Eugene's Music & Learning Studio

       The jewel-box music studio in Port Chester is deceptively serene and orderly. Yet what happens within and without is a series of concert wins, international recognition, evening recitals, and non-stop collaborations between professionals and students. The remote teaching arm is as robust as the in-studio business. And teachers are constantly devising new ways to find the perfect piece, the one that’s “so him or so her” or “just the selection to take so-and-so to the next level of musicianship”. The quiet, unassuming teaching method brings students to their highest, most confident level of playing yet somehow the ambiance remains low-stress, uber friendly, and affirming. Parents often don’t realize how much better their child is becoming until they hear one singing upstairs or playing bass in the basement and think to themselves, “Is there a friend over or something?”!

       The founder, Eugene Posniewski, knew from age four that he would build a music studio and dreamt of people coming from all over to study with his hand-picked roster of teachers. It was so vivid that his father, a diesel mechanic, promised him at that early age, “If you can draw it on paper, I’ll make sure we build it for you!”

     Twenty five years later, Eugene spends hours at his beautifully built studio, now in its fifth year, directing over 30 highly-trained faculty to teach over 275 students. He also rents instruments to anyone, whether or not they take lessons from his studio. Personally teaching over 30 students, he regularly submits their musical selections to nationwide and international competitions securing several European and Carnegie Hall Winners Circles and has medals to show for them. His passion is music and he’ll eagerly customize music plans for specific purposes. Whether you need someone to prepare your child for their upcoming role in the school musical or want to spend the summer learning the ukulele, he’ll find the right teacher for the situation. It’s part musical instinct, part match-making. And students are encouraged to try multiple teachers. Eugene is a polyglot and plays multiple (seven!) instruments, as well as sings opera. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Voice and Opera Performance from the Conservatory of Music at SUNY Purchase College. He’s performed in several countries and maintains close ties with his alma mater, the SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music, using their recording facilities for students.

      Whether you’re in need of lessons, a re-boot from abandoned violin playing of your youth, need an instrument, or have a loved one who could use the healthiest dose of left-brain-hemisphere nutrition, check out Eugene’s Music & Learning Studio on North Main Street in Port Chester.

-Studio Parent, Stephanie Stiker

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“As a parent of five kids, I feel like I’ve tried nearly every music program between Port Chester, Rye, Harrison, and Greenwich. Over the years we’ve done group classes at community arts centers, private lessons through bigger franchise-style schools, and even online-only teachers. Some were good, a few were great, but nothing has compared to what we’ve found at Eugene’s Music & Learning Studio.


Here’s why.


First, the variety is unmatched. At Eugene’s, each of my kids has been able to pursue something different — piano, voice, guitar, violin, and even early childhood music when they were toddlers. Having all of that under one roof is incredibly rare. And it’s not just the menu of instruments; it’s how well the teachers adapt to each child’s personality and learning style. My shy daughter blossomed in her voice lessons, while my energetic son found his groove on drums because his teacher knew exactly how to channel that energy.


The quality of teaching is consistently high across the board. These aren’t just people who can play — they are professional musicians who know how to teach. They balance technique and theory with real songs the kids want to play, which means practice at home is no longer a battle. My teenagers come home excited to show us what they’ve learned, and even my youngest looks forward to his music-and-movement class every week.


Customer service is another area where Eugene’s really shines. Scheduling is easy, rescheduling is painless, and communication is clear. At other schools, I often felt like just another account in a database. Here, the staff knows our family by name, they respond quickly, and they make us feel taken care of.


The performance opportunities are outstanding. Seasonal recitals are beautifully organized and supportive, never high-pressure. My older kids have played in both local concerts and even had the chance to perform at Carnegie Hall — something I never thought possible from a neighborhood music school. Those experiences have built their confidence in ways I can’t put a price on.


The facilities themselves are clean, safe, and welcoming. It doesn’t feel intimidating, like some conservatories can, but it also doesn’t feel chaotic, like some after-school programs do. There’s a professionalism to the way everything is run, yet it still feels like family.


Over the years, I’ve noticed the difference in results too. At Eugene’s, progress happens faster because the lessons are so well structured. The teachers integrate ear training, sight-reading, and even composition in natural ways, so the kids don’t just learn songs — they learn music. My oldest is now preparing college auditions, and the support has been phenomenal: repertoire guidance, mock auditions, stage presence coaching, and real accountability.


I also appreciate the flexibility. When we moved briefly, we were able to continue seamlessly online, and it still felt engaging and personal. The fact that Eugene’s offers in-studio, in-home, and online options has kept music lessons consistent through every season of our lives.


If I had to sum it up, I’d say Eugene’s combines the personal feel of a small family-run studio with the professionalism and opportunities of a conservatory. Other places we tried were either too rigid (community programs tied to school calendars) or too generic (chain schools where every student gets the same lesson plan). Eugene’s strikes the perfect balance.


So if you’re a parent trying to choose a music school — especially if you’ve been disappointed elsewhere — my advice is simple: go to Eugene’s. They’ve given my five children not just music skills, but confidence, joy, and memories that will last a lifetime. And that’s something no other program we tried has been able to deliver.” —Studio Mom