We are a private teaching studio offering the finest in personal, professional music instruction. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere for each of our students where they are encouraged to learn, experiment and create in ways that will lead to a lifetime enjoyment of music.Serving Palm Beach County and the surrounding areas in the same location since 1993, we are conveniently located off Northlake Boulevard just 1.5 miles east of I-95, and minutes from many of the area's public and private schools. We offer individual lessons on piano, guitar, voice, violin, bass, drums, percussion and brass in a professional environment by some of South Florida's best instructors.
Highlights and features
- Strings, Trombone, Bass, Trumpet, Brass, Music Theory, Viola, Violin, Drums, Voice, Percussion, Piano, Guitar
People
Dilip Kothari
Guitar, Electric Bass
Dilip started playing guitar at the age of nine. Raised in a small farm town in Illinois, he grew up playing guitar and bass in local bands and was fortunate to have an excellent music program at his high school. He began studying classical guitar at 16 and relocated to South Florida to study guitar performance with Dr. Ken Keaton at Florida Atlantic University.
Yoko Sata Kothari
Piano
Born in Tokyo, Pianist Yoko Sata Kothari began her performing career by winning the Northern Japan Classical Piano Competition at the age of eight. She then continued to collect top prizes for her performances including the Japan Young Pianist Award and the Machida Piano Competition. Since moving to the United States, Ms. Kothari won second place in the Bartok-Kabalevsky-Prokofiev International Piano Competition and was also chosen to receive the Kathleen McGowan Piano Scholarship Award. In
Jonathan Genck
Drums, Guitar
Jonathan Genck is a professional drummer/guitarist and a widely sought-after player in the South Florida music industry. Raised in Minnesota, Jonathan moved to Florida to attend the University of Miami, where he majored in jazz performance. Jonathan enjoys teaching and has a positive, encouraging attitude with every student.
Eleonor Ayala
Voice
Eleonor Ayala is a soprano and native of West Palm Beach. She began singing at an early age and attended the Middle School of the Arts and graduated from Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts. Eleonor went on to receive her Bachelors of Music degree in vocal performance from Palm Beach Atlantic University cum laude.
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Reviews (9) Sajeda Wilson
Jun 20, 2021
D&Y studios is a wonderful place to learn music for beginners and seasoned musicians alike. Yoko and Dillip are warm, compassionate and are genuinely involved with the development of their students. They are artists and musicians and welcome people in like family. So grateful to be a part of their community. Our 7 yo son has developed a love for piano and that would not have happened if it wasn't for Mrs. Yoko. Thank you!
John Umbarila
Dec 10, 2020
I began taking guitar lessons with Dilip when I was in middle school, so I was about 10 or 11 years old. I'm 35 now. I consider him to be my first mentor in life. As a kid, I looked forward to my lessons with him. My parents were very happy with my progress and with Dilip's teaching style. When he could tell that I practiced my sheet music and I did well, he rewarded me by teaching me songs on the radio that I liked.
During that time, alternative music was popular so he taught me songs by Silver Chair, Nirvana, and many others! In high school, I became very busy with the rigors of advanced classes, sports, and extra curricular activities so naturally I had to make the difficult decision of taking guitar lessons off my plate. However, I learned so much in that short period of time at the studio. Dilip enriched my life by teaching me guitar and music, skills that I will possess for a lifetime.
When I want to relax, I play my guitar. It's therapeutic. I even went back to his studio and took lessons again after college on and off. We are friends till this day and text each other to joke about life in general. I am very grateful and fortunate to have Dilip as a friend and music teacher. If you're thinking about music lessons, I highly recommend Dilip, his wife Yoko (who is one of the most talented musicians I've ever seen!), or any of the other highly qualified music teachers at D and Y Music Studios. Not only is Dilip an amazing teacher, he's a good person with a big heart. He and the studio are a great asset to the community!
During that time, alternative music was popular so he taught me songs by Silver Chair, Nirvana, and many others! In high school, I became very busy with the rigors of advanced classes, sports, and extra curricular activities so naturally I had to make the difficult decision of taking guitar lessons off my plate. However, I learned so much in that short period of time at the studio. Dilip enriched my life by teaching me guitar and music, skills that I will possess for a lifetime.
When I want to relax, I play my guitar. It's therapeutic. I even went back to his studio and took lessons again after college on and off. We are friends till this day and text each other to joke about life in general. I am very grateful and fortunate to have Dilip as a friend and music teacher. If you're thinking about music lessons, I highly recommend Dilip, his wife Yoko (who is one of the most talented musicians I've ever seen!), or any of the other highly qualified music teachers at D and Y Music Studios. Not only is Dilip an amazing teacher, he's a good person with a big heart. He and the studio are a great asset to the community!
Emily N.
Dec 08, 2020
I began taking lessons at D&Y Music studios when I was 6 and it was one of the best decisions my parents ever made for me. I take piano lessons with Mrs. Yoko and every week I look forward to attending my lessons. Not only is Mrs. Yoko an incredibly talented pianist, she is also an amazing teacher who cares deeply about her students. She teaches with passion and pushes her students to become the best pianist they can be.
Not only has Yoko taught me everything I know about classical piano and how to play, but she has also taught me discipline and responsibility, something I'm very thankful for. She's trained me to become the classical pianist I am today. I will always recommend Yoko and everyone else at D&Y to people. Yoko's husband, Dilip is also an incredible teacher and guitarist. If you want you or your kids to, not only learn how to play an instrument but to love it, then I recommend D&Y Music Studios.
Not only has Yoko taught me everything I know about classical piano and how to play, but she has also taught me discipline and responsibility, something I'm very thankful for. She's trained me to become the classical pianist I am today. I will always recommend Yoko and everyone else at D&Y to people. Yoko's husband, Dilip is also an incredible teacher and guitarist. If you want you or your kids to, not only learn how to play an instrument but to love it, then I recommend D&Y Music Studios.
Travis Major
Jun 25, 2020
Maria Leon
Apr 03, 2020
Excellent studio! I've been taking classes with Ms. Yoko for over a year now, and my sister's been with her for four. Over this time, I've seen myself progress so much. It's hard to juggle life as a student and still have the time to practice, but Ms. Yoko has challenged me and pushed me to not give up and move forward. She truly cares for her students and while she's strict (which I definitely need), she's very understanding.
She's a very talented pianist, and I've attended many of her concerts. He's a great example to her students. I'm really thankful to D and Y for providing such quality education.
She's a very talented pianist, and I've attended many of her concerts. He's a great example to her students. I'm really thankful to D and Y for providing such quality education.
Christina Christinaa H.
Jan 03, 2020
I've been a student under Yoko Kothari for years and have thoroughly enjoyed studying under her expertise. I have nothing but respect for this woman and the talent that she has. Time and time again she has molded me into the well-trained pianist I am today, and prepared me to attend schools such as BAK MSOA and Dreyfoos School of the Arts. I consider her not to only be my piano teacher, but she has also become apart of my family. I highly recommend taking lessons from her for students who are willing to commit.
Albert Meneses
Dec 19, 2019
My kids have been taking piano lessons at D & Y Studios for nearly a year and I'm very satisfied with our experience. The kids love Ms Yoko and I've heard positive feedback from other parents. The thing I like the most about Ms Yoko is that she is strict about progress in my boys but also very loving. She also emphasizes personal responsibility in them. Highly recommended.
Bostonguide
Jun 15, 2018
I am a pretty advanced pianist but was looking for a teacher who would help me with some challenges I was facing with some pieces. I was excited about my first lesson with Ms Kothari but left very disappointed. She barely let me play and my questions went unanswered. She seems to have a big ego but when she played for me I wasn't too impressed.
Lauren And Toby
Dec 18, 2007
We are so lucky to have Dilip and Yoko here in Palm Beach County! Dilip is an incredibly gifted classical guitarist who teaches accoustic and rock guitar. He also plays and teaches bass. Our kids love him - he makes learning fun. Yoko is a world class pianist who teaches kids who really want to achieve - from first grade up through college, if they have the determination to stick with it.
Our daughter is 10 years old and can play Bach and Beethoven -- she's been with Yoko for five years now. And the best part is she loves her lessons. D & Y also offers drum and voice lessons. It is a rare gem here in Palm Beach County. And your first lesson is always free!
Our daughter is 10 years old and can play Bach and Beethoven -- she's been with Yoko for five years now. And the best part is she loves her lessons. D & Y also offers drum and voice lessons. It is a rare gem here in Palm Beach County. And your first lesson is always free!
