Cecilia Rowe Featured on North Fulton Business Radio

We’re excited to share that our CEO and founder, Cecilia Rowe, was recently interviewed on North Fulton Business Radio (Episode 917) with host John Ray. In this in-depth conversation, Cecilia talks about music education, the mission behind The Music Studio Atlanta, and the exciting opening of our third location in Johns Creek/Alpharetta in December 2025.

With nearly 1,500 students across Metro Atlanta, The Music Studio Atlanta is now one of Georgia’s largest privately owned music schools. Cecilia’s interview offers a behind-the-scenes look at the values, systems, and experiences that have shaped our growth.

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Highlights from the Interview

A Four-Generation Musical Legacy: Cecilia shares the story of her family’s musical heritage—from the 1920s UK to present-day Atlanta—and how it shaped her passion for teaching children.

What Makes TMSA Different: She discusses our rigorous educator hiring process, the importance of the student–teacher relationship, and how performance opportunities like open mics and recitals build real confidence in children.

Why Starting Early Matters: Cecilia explains why beginning music education early in childhood strengthens neural pathways much like learning a second language, creating the foundation for long-term musical growth.

Student Success Stories: One of the most moving parts of the episode is the story of a young student who went from crying during her first recital to confidently performing at The Strand Theatre—an example of how music builds discipline, courage, and perseverance.

Expanding to Johns Creek: Cecilia shares details about our new location on State Bridge Road, opening in December 2025, offering both in-studio and in-home lessons to families in the Johns Creek and Alpharetta communities.

About Cecilia's New Book: Cecilia also discusses her recent book, Don’t Miss Your Child’s Musical Window, which helps parents understand how to start lessons at the right time, choose the best instrument for their child, and create a lifelong love of music.

👉 Listen to the full interview here.