Fried Music
About Fried Music
Fried Music is a classical music school that was founded with a dream to create a welcoming, inspiring, and educational space for aspiring and professional musicians alike. Our founders, Ben Fried and Connie Kim-Sheng Fried, have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of art and high-level music making, not just for self-fulfillment, but also for developing ambition and nurturing
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04/01/2026
Senior Spotlight 🎓🎶
We’re celebrating all of Fried Music’s seniors, who will be graduating this year. Today we are featuring Eric Xu!
Name: Eric Xu
Age: 17
Instrument: Piano
Teacher: Ms. Connie Kim-Sheng
Length of study at FM: 5 years
Future Plan: Hopefully not going bald after studying engineering in college
Favorite Memory at FM:
Grabbing pho with Joseph and friends at Pho Saigon after a long morning of rehearsals and practice
What’s the hardest piece you ever learned and why?:
La Campanella by Lizst for its demanding finger technique and the stamina needed to maintain musicality throughout
How would your teacher describe you?:
Kind, dramatic, and a little annoying (only sometimes!)
What did studying at FM teach you outside of music?:
FM is more than just musical training - it’s a community. Through my time here, I’ve built meaningful friendships with faculty and fellow students who’ve offered valuable advice and support for my future.
What kind of musician were you at the beginning vs. now?:
When I first started, I saw music as a task rather than something meaningful. Looking back, I wish I had understood the importance of practicing earlier. Now, I see that consistent practice is what allows for true musical expression and deeper understanding, a lesson I’ll carry with me moving forward.
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7 N 3rd Street
Alhambra, CA
91801
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 11am - 7pm |
| Friday | 11am - 7pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 5pm |