Today we’d like to introduce you to Eva Brandys .
Hi Eva , thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My journey started simply — as a little girl in Poland who loved the piano. Music was my safe place, my way of expressing myself. That passion eventually brought me across the ocean to Dallas, Texas, where I earned my Bachelor’s in Piano Performance at Dallas Baptist University and my double Master’s in Piano Performance, Pedagogy, and Music Education at Southern Methodist University. I was fortunate to receive full scholarships from both universities — an opportunity I remain deeply grateful for to this day. When I first began teaching, I quickly realized that music could be so much more than lessons — it could be a place where children build confidence, discover their creativity, and feel truly seen and supported. That belief inspired me to open Park Cities School of Music in 2010.
From there, my dream kept growing. In 2015 I opened Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts to bring that same sense of community and creativity to East Dallas, and most recently in June 2025, Young Artist Music School in Frisco. Along the way, I created Instrument Explorers™ with Mimi & Dodo teaching method, a program that helps even the youngest children fall in love with music through play and orchestra instruments exploration.
Today, I’m honored that our schools serve hundreds of students each week — from toddlers taking their very first music class, to teens preparing for college auditions, and to adult students continuing their musical journey. Seeing them grow, find their voice, and build confidence reminds me why I started this journey in the first place. My goal has always been to create more than music lessons — to build places where children can dream big, work hard, and discover who they are through the joy of music.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
No, it definitely hasn’t been a smooth road — but I believe that’s what has made the journey so meaningful. When I opened my first school, Park Cities School of Music, I was much younger and still learning what it meant to run a business almost entirely on my own. There were seasons when I taught lessons all day, answered emails late into the night, and cleaned classrooms on weekends just to keep things moving forward. Expanding to Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts and later Young Artist Music School brought new challenges — finding teachers who shared my passion, creating consistent programs across multiple locations, and balancing the demands of running a business while staying personally connected to both students and staff. There were moments of financial stress, times when enrollment dipped, and moments of self-doubt when I wondered if I could juggle it all.
But every challenge became a lesson. I learned how to delegate, how to build and trust a strong team, and how to stay patient with the process. Most importantly, I learned that when you stay focused on your “why” — giving children a place to grow through music — you find the strength to keep going. Today, I look back on those struggles with gratitude, because they shaped the schools into what they are now: places filled with joy, creativity, and inspiration.
We’ve been impressed with Young Artist Music School, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
🎶 Young Artist Music School: Frisco’s New Home for Creativity: Frisco families looking for a place where music, creativity, and community come together now have a new destination: Young Artist Music School (YAMS). Opened in June 2025 at 7000 Parkwood Boulevard, YAMS is the third school founded by music educator and entrepreneur Eva Brandys, who also owns Park Cities School of Music and Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts.
A Unique Approach to Music:
YAMS is home to Frisco’s strongest — and only — early childhood music program built on Eva Brandys’ innovative Instrument Explorers™ method. This groundbreaking curriculum allows toddlers and preschoolers to learn, play, and explore all the orchestra instruments, experiencing music with their whole bodies. It’s more than just music class — it’s an introduction to creativity, coordination, and confidence that lasts a lifetime.
Programs for All Ages:
Beyond early childhood, YAMS offers private and group lessons in piano, voice, violin, guitar, and ukulele, serving students of all ages and skill levels. Families can choose in-studio or in-home lessons, making music education flexible and accessible. Seasonal camps and workshops — like Piano Beginnings, Instrument Explorers, and Be a Popstar — create fun, immersive experiences that inspire students to grow.
Community & Connection
What sets YAMS apart is its focus on building a welcoming community. Students have opportunities to perform at community events such as Frisco Make Music Day, Frisco Library, Heritage Museum, Kaleidoscope Park building confidence and sharing their talent with others.
“Music is about more than learning notes — it’s about helping kids express themselves and feel proud of who they are,” says founder Eva Brandys.
With expert teachers, a pioneering early childhood curriculum, and a commitment to joyful learning, YAMS is quickly becoming Frisco’s go-to destination for families who want more than lessons — they want a place where their children can explore, grow, and thrive through music.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
Books: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber completely changed how I view entrepreneurship, reminding me to work on my business, not just in it. I also love Atomic Habits by James Clear for its practical tips on building small, consistent habits that lead to big results. Podcasts: I listen to How I Built This with Guy Raz for motivation — hearing other entrepreneurs share their journeys (including the ups and downs) always keeps me inspired. I also enjoy The Creative Piano Teaching Podcast for fresh teaching ideas and community connection.
Apps & Tools: Trello and Google Workspace are lifesavers for keeping my teams and projects organized across three schools. Canva is another favorite — it allows me to quickly create beautiful graphics for marketing without waiting on a designer.
Blogs: I follow a few music education blogs, including Teach Piano Today, to stay up to date on new teaching strategies and creative studio ideas.
Every day is an opportunity to grow — to learn, to adapt, and to refine my vision. These daily lessons shape me into not only a stronger business owner, but also a more compassionate leader who is dedicated to nurturing teachers and administrative staff through continuous training, guidance, and mentorship.
Pricing:
- private instrumental classes 30 min: $50
- private instrumental classes 45 min: $60
- Baby Music Monthly Membership: $125
- Instrument Explorer Membership: $125
- Piano Explorer Memership: $125
Contact Info:
- Website: https://youngartistmusicschool.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/young.artistmusicschool/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youngartistmusicschool/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/young-artist-music-sch/?viewAsMember=true
- Twitter: x.com/YoungArtist2024
- Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YoungArtistMusicSchool
- Yelp: yelp.com/biz/young-artist-music-school-frisco
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