OC Music & Dance

OC Music & Dance Nurture. Inspire. Empower. Irvine, CA
ocmusicdance.org

10/10/2025

Be part of the OCMD community! Every instrument is welcomed!! ❤️

10/08/2025

Come be a part of the OCMD family—there’s still time to join! Tap the link in our bio to learn more!

10/05/2025

When your piano student plays with more energy …

09/30/2025

Memory Monday!

Take a look back at these standout performances from the Fender Play Songwriting Workshop!

09/25/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest piano instructor, Miss Bee! An internationally trained concert pianist, she brings over 15 years of experience in both performance and music education. Her passion lies in nurturing the next generation of pianists not just in technical skill, but in creativity, self-expression, and a passion for music.

Interested in doing a trial lesson with Miss Bee or learning more about her? Click the link in our bio!

09/21/2025

🎶 Here’s a glimpse into today’s inspiring event! From all Orange County, high schoolers spent the day diving into songwriting, with hands-on sessions centered around guitar, bass, and ukulele. Huge thanks to Fender Play Foundation, OCDE, and Arts OC for bringing this creative experience to life!

09/18/2025

🎉 Big news! Our CEO, Doug Freeman, is featured in the Orange County Business Journal! The article takes you behind the scenes of how National Philanthropy Day, celebrated every November 15th came to be.
Dive into the story and discover the impact.

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09/16/2025

We’re back! Check out highlights from our first week —so much energy and excitement already. We’re looking forward to an amazing year ahead. Enrollment is still open, so head to the link in our bio to learn more!

09/01/2025

🎉 Faculty Spotlight: Mr. Milton

We’re thrilled to congratulate Mr. Milton on his exciting new role as Principal Percussionist with the San Gabriel Valley Symphony! 🥁✨

At OCMD, Mr. Milton brings his experience and passion for music into every lesson. He teaches private instruction in orchestral percussion and drum set. As a first-generation Mexican-American freelancer, Mr. Milton’s journey is a powerful example of dedication, artistry, and perseverance.

🎶 Want to learn more about Mr. Milton and his work at OCMD?
Check out the link in our bio!

07/11/2025

We interviewed Jill & Amnon of Two Worlds Dance—a deaf/hearing duo proving that movement breaks barriers. The Damti Method isn’t just dance. It’s fearless connection.

Join us for the Two Worlds Dance "Art of Inclusion" showcase today July 11th at 5:30pm!

To learn more about Two Worlds Dance

Become Part of OCMD's String Ensemble Today!Are you passionate about string instruments? Eager to develop your skills wi...
07/02/2025

Become Part of OCMD's String Ensemble Today!

Are you passionate about string instruments?
Eager to develop your skills with experienced mentors?
Aspiring to take the stage, whether as a soloist or in a group?
Now is your opportunity!

07/01/2025

Student Spotlight: Julius 🌟

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17620 Fitch Avenue
Irvine, CA
92614

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8:30pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm

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OC Music & Dance is an Orange County-based nonprofit performing arts school started by Pick Up Stix founder and talented clarinet musician, Charles (“Charlie”) Zhang. Following the financial success of his restaurant chains, Charlie was eager to give back to the Orange County community. He created OC Music & Dance in 2017 with the goal of making high-quality musical instruction available to all students, regardless of their ability to pay for an education in the performing arts. Our mission is to nurture, inspire and empower Orange County’s most committed and talented youth to achieve their dreams and provide a path for them to follow their passions.

With an expert staff and state-of-the-art facilities, we provide a wide variety of programs, including private lessons and group classes for voice, dance, instrument, ensemble groups, and our newly launched Jazz 360 and Pop Academy programs. Our music and dance school in Irvine is fully equipped with 8 music rooms, 2 large dance studios, a professional recording studio, and a 150-seat Black Box Theater. We are also proud to house The Monkey Business Cafe, a fully operational restaurant providing marketable employment skills to foster and at-risk youth.

Since our 2017 opening, we have partnered with local school districts and leading performing arts organizations, including the Pacific Symphony, Steinway & Sons, The Wooden Floor, Orange County School of the Arts, and Arts Orange County.

Call or visit our website to learn more about our facilities, enroll in our performing arts programs, and learn how you can support our mission of nurturing, inspiring, and empowering Orange County students through musical and dance education.