Music Lessons in Pensacola,FL

BEST OF FLORIDA Music Lessons and teachers

Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction has been named the …

Best of Florida Award

“Best of Florida Music Schools & Instructors” Best of Florida 2024 By the Guide to Florida

“Best of Florida Music Schools & Instructors” Best of Florida 2023 By the Guide to Florida

“Best of Florida Music School & Instructors” – Regional Winner for Northwest Florida 2022

READ WHAT THE GUIDE TO FLORIDA WROTE IN THEIR FEATURE ARTICLE.

In a world where music often serves as the soundtrack to our lives, Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction in Pensacola has built a legacy of teaching that resonates far beyond the notes played within its walls. This year, that dedication was recognized with the 2024 Best of Florida Award, a testament to the impact that thoughtful and consistent education can have on a community.

Ron Kaye’s journey began with a simple, but powerful philosophy in 1997: to create a space where music education was the focus, not just an afterthought. With over 30 years of experience as a multi-instrumentalist, Ron, alongside his wife, Kyle – a fellow music teacher and their son, Joshua – a GRAMMY Nominated Music Educator of the Year, have channeled their passion into what is the cornerstone of Pensacola’s music scene.

Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction has earned their community’s trust and respect. They have been named a two time Best of Florida Award winner, having been voted by those who know them best – their current and former students and their families. This award is more than a pat on the back. It’s a clear signal that RKMI’s approach to teaching is hitting all the right notes.

“We’ve always believed that music lessons should be about more than just learning to play,” says Ron Kaye. “It’s about teaching life skills like discipline, patience, and confidence. That’s what we focus on—helping our students grow through music.”

At RKMI, the philosophy is straightforward. The benefits of studying music go well beyond the immediate joy of playing an instrument. Whether it’s guitar, drums, piano, voice, or something less common like banjo or mandolin, the lessons offered are designed to instill values that students carry with them long after the music fades.

While Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction offers a variety of instruments, it isn’t just another music school where lessons are on the sideline. Instead, it’s a place where full-time educators focus on what really matters—teaching. Their slogan, “Pensacola’s leader in music lessons for over 25 years,” isn’t just a marketing line; it’s a reflection of their commitment to the craft of teaching and their community.

The 2024 Best of Florida Award is not just another trophy on the shelf. For Ron and his team, it’s a meaningful recognition from those who matter most: the people they serve. “Winning this award means a lot because it comes from our students and their families,” Ron adds. “It’s their way of telling us we’re doing something right.”

In an era where everything seems to move faster, Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction is a reminder that some things—like the art of teaching—are best when they’re done with patience, care, and a genuine love for what you do. And that’s exactly why this music school has struck such a powerful chord with its community. THE GUIDE TO FLORIDA 2024

Music Lessons at, the Award Winning Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction are far ahead of all others. We teach Drum, Guitar, Bass, and Piano, or Voice lessons.  In addition, we can teach you how to play the Banjo, Mandolin, Violin, or Ukulele, and more.  We teach real music, and many of our students go on to become multi-instrumentalists.  No other local music lesson studio has been in business longer than Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction. Often Imitated – Never Equaled. Learn to understand music and open up another wonderful world.

Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction is the Right Choice for Music Lessons.

Call (850) 453-9966

We are the Area’s First and Only Cutting Edge Music Studio.

  • We are the first local studio to offer quality online music lessons for those who desire to practice social distancing. Just call (850)453-9966 to get started.
  • Hear the Instructors of Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction perform on Ron Kaye’s album “K”STRUCTION which has gained close to 100,000 Streams in it’s first FOUR WEEKS!
  • We organized the “First Ever Northwest Florida Drum Set Solo Contest” The contest brought in competitors as far away as New York City.
  • We were the first studio to bring the “World’s Fastest Drummer” (WFD) Competition to Pensacola.  The WFD offered drummers a chance to compete on a World-Wide basis.
  • We are the only local studio to have one of our drum students featured in a press release on the ProMark Drumsticks website.
  • In addition, we are the only studio to have a student compete in the FINALS of the world-wide “Hit Like A Girl” Drum Contest for TWO consecutive years.
  • We have a GRAMMY Nominated Music Educator of the Year Quarter-Finalist both as a former student and now as an instructor.

We offer Music Lessons with a GRAMMY Nominated Music Educator of the Year.

Joshua Kaye, our son, not only was a GRAMMY Nominated Quarterfinalist, but is, also, a top music teacher in Pensacola..

 Music Lessons taught by a local Family of Music Teachers

  • All of our music teachers are members of the same amazing musical family.  Mr. and Mrs. Kaye have been happily married for 35yrs., and our studio exemplifies that loving relationship.  Our son, Joshua, is also a multi-instrumentalist, he has been teaching with Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction for over 15yrs.  All of our teachers are college educated (one with a Masters in Music Education), and two of our teachers have specific degrees in “Music Education” not merely music performance.  Why is this important?  Because Mrs. Kaye and Joshua are professionally licensed and trained as music educators with training and State Certification in teaching those who are challenged or have disabilities.
  • All of the Kaye family teachers possess decades of performance/teaching experience. Our music teachers are dedicated to learning about your personal musical goals and helping you to achieve them. Our students range from preschool to adults in their nineties. We are confident that we have the right teacher to meet your music lesson needs. Our teachers have warm personalities, they are patient, friendly, and dedicated to your success.

We, also, sell New Music Instruments, Books, and Accessories.

All of our students can purchase everything they need from our studio, whether it’s a instrument, books, strings, drumsticks or more, they can get it here and save money. We offer convenience and savings. We are a proud member of NAMM and support the promotion of music education worldwide.

Month to Month Lessons

Our studio does not require semester minimums for lessons. Every student is registered on a month-to-month basis, whether you begin mid month or the first of the month. If you are ready to start, you have nothing to lose. There are no long term contracts.

Therefore, If you have any questions, please CALL us, see our F.A.Q. page, or our teacher profiles.

It’s easy to take the next step:

Music Lessons are first come, first served

so contact us today to arrange your first lesson!

(850) 453-9966

For Music Lessons, compare our 25yr. track record of excellence, educated + experienced music teachers, and our philosophy of education. If you really want to learn to play or sing, give our phone a ring. We look forward to helping you reach your musical goals, whether it is playing for fun or taking your skills to the limit.