Music school · Safety Harbor, FL · reviewed since 2021
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%97+25.3Value 15%93+14.2Experts Score= 98Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#10 of 132 music lessonsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 93%
5.0★★★★★155 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Berretta Music Academy five stars based on 155 reviews, with the owner responding to all feedback. Customers frequently praise the punctual, patient, and encouraging instructors who adapt lessons to individual needs, including young children and beginners. Recurring themes highlight the clean facility, convenient location, and reasonable pricing for piano, drum, guitar, and vocal lessons. The owner is noted for being communicative and accommodating during enrollment. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 155 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 155 Google reviews (145 with written comments, 13 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 20, 2026.
Service: Music Lesson serving Safety Harbor, Florida.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other music lessons
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: value.
Berretta Music AcademyMusic Lessons median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Berretta Music Academy: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Berretta Music Academy: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
97
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Berretta Music Academy: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Berretta Music Academy: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
93
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Berretta Music Academy: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 47.–
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Star ratings
155 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars15499%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 145 written reviews
100%praise
Praise131100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5844%
Would recommend3930%
Quality & results118%
Honesty & trust97%
Speed & response75%
Communication54%
Price & value22%
What customers talk about
We read 145 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I also want to mention how supportive and helpful Jim has been.”
“My daughter has been taking piano lessons here for about a year and we would highly recommend!”
“We’ve had such a great experience at Berretta Music Academy and would highly recommend Eric to anyone, especially for young kids!”
“I can honestly say that I absolutely love playing the guitar now I and can't wait until I get to the part of my day when I have time to practice.”
“…uctors to fit your personal schedule, rather than having to go at the same day and time each week.…”
“He was kind, patient, and very good at explaining musical concepts to a young child.”
“It is worth it!”
People customers mention
Jim69 reviews
Eric9 reviews
Phil6 reviews
Emma6 reviews
Beretta3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Paul1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
My daughter started piano lessons with Juan just over a month ago. She has completely fallen in love with the piano. She looks forward to learning new songs and Juan has done an incredible job guiding her and making the lessons fun. He is so encouraging and a great teacher. We are so grateful that we found Juan at…
Joshua6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Mr. Jim and his staff have been wonderful and accommodating to our kids. Our instructors have been patient and knowledgeable. Thankful we found Beretta Music Academy!
Kirby7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
The Beretta music Academy is a great place to expand your musical skill and knowledge. Many of the teachers are high-quality musicians, such as the teacher I had, Phil Magellanes. Very good instruction and Unique concepts on how to improve performance skills with your instrument! I give it a high recommendation! Best, Kirby Jones
EkaterinaLocal Guide · 34 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
My kid started his drums lessons here at three (!). I’m super grateful to Jim for willingness to give it a try. It’s been two years, we are there every week, the kid is making progress and loves drumming more and more! Thank you guys, you’re awesome!
Alan3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Jim Beretta is a terrific drum instructor. Patient humorous, encouraging and creative. He adapts lessons to precisely what each student needs.
He hires additional instructors who have similar teaching skills in their areas of expertise.
I highly recommend this intimate music school.
Matthew1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Berretta Music Academy went so far above and beyond with customer service and sincere love of sharing and teaching music! We are so thankful to be a part of the magic here! Our son, who is already an advanced guitarist, said he learned more in ONE lesson than he learned in an entire year at his previous music…
My daughter started piano lessons with Juan just over a month ago. She has completely fallen in love with the piano. She looks forward to learning new songs and Juan has done an incredible job guiding her and making the lessons fun. He is so encouraging and a great teacher. We are so grateful that we found Juan at Beretta Music Academy! I also want to mention how supportive and helpful Jim has been. You can tell the passion for music and making the experience fun is at the forefront of his Academy.
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
❤️‼️ Paul, I cannot tell you how much this means to me seeing this review ! I’m so excited for you guys. We are pumped to be part of this journey and can’t wait to see where she takes it 😃💪
Joshua Waulk6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joshua has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Mr. Jim and his staff have been wonderful and accommodating to our kids. Our instructors have been patient and knowledgeable. Thankful we found Beretta Music Academy!
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thanks so much Josh for nice review!! We are very happy to have you all here !😃
Kirby Jones7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kirby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The Beretta music Academy is a great place to expand your musical skill and knowledge. Many of the teachers are high-quality musicians, such as the teacher I had, Phil Magellanes. Very good instruction and Unique concepts on how to improve performance skills with your instrument! I give it a high recommendation! Best, Kirby Jones
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Kirby !! So much fun to see you and Phil jammin’ together
Gabriel S1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Gabriel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jim 🥁 🔥 is the best and when I did really well, he let me Watch skibidi toilet
Response from the owner · a month ago
Gabe !! You get the 🏆for the funniest 5 ⭐️review !! 😂 Thanks !!
Ekaterina Kanat-AlexanderLocal Guide · 34 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ekaterina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My kid started his drums lessons here at three (!). I’m super grateful to Jim for willingness to give it a try. It’s been two years, we are there every week, the kid is making progress and loves drumming more and more! Thank you guys, you’re awesome!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the glowing 5 star review !!! I just love having him as a student and can't wait to see him grow more !!
Alan Johnson3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jim Beretta is a terrific drum instructor. Patient humorous, encouraging and creative. He adapts lessons to precisely what each student needs.
He hires additional instructors who have similar teaching skills in their areas of expertise.
I highly recommend this intimate music school.
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much, Alan for that glowing review! It means the world to us!🌎❤️😃
Matthew Sprague1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Berretta Music Academy went so far above and beyond with customer service and sincere love of sharing and teaching music! We are so thankful to be a part of the magic here! Our son, who is already an advanced guitarist, said he learned more in ONE lesson than he learned in an entire year at his previous music school. Check it out for yourself and catch the magic of music ❤️
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you so much for this glowing review! We are so glad to have you a part of our family!❤️
Aliyah Myrick11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Aliyah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We could not be happier with the experience our daughter has had with Mr. Juan. He creates such a positive and supportive environment. His patience, kindness, and dedication have helped our daughter not only grow musically but also build discipline. He has made learning piano something our daughter truly loves.
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you so much Aliyah for the wonderful review!!! Juan truly loves teaching her and looks forward to it every week!😃
Thomas K8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Thomas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My daughter has been taking piano lessons here for about a year and we would highly recommend! Juan (her piano instructor) is kind, patient, and flexible. We’ve also interacted with a number of the other staff members, all who have been fantastic. The location is convenient and very well maintained.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Thomas!! So glad that she is enjoying the Lessons and thank you so much for continuing with Juan !
Madison MacGeorge6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Madison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Eric at Berretta Music Academy has been absolutely amazing with my son. At just 4 years old, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but Eric made the entire experience so fun and engaging from day one. He is incredibly patient, takes the time to ask what songs my son is interested in, and truly meets him where he is.
Because of Eric, my son not only had a blast learning drums, but also gained confidence and developed a love for music. It’s been so special to watch.
We’ve had such a great experience at Berretta Music Academy and would highly recommend Eric to anyone, especially for young kids!
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you SO MUCH Madison for the glowing review !! It means the world to us to know we’re making a difference!! Eric is definitely a big part of the Academy 😀
