About Us

Melissa Williams, director of Music Discovery, smiling at a grand piano
Ms. Melissa, director
Mandy Williams, co-director of Music Discovery, playing bass guitar
Ms. Mandy, co-director

Music Discovery was founded in 2022 by mother-daughter duo Melissa and Mandy Williams. Too many music programs are run by non-musicians and driven more by business than by what’s best for students. We set out to do things differently.

We teach music with expertise and passion, empowering the artist within every student, supporting busy families, and creating a thriving music community in Greenville where musicians are nurtured and celebrated.

What makes us different

  • Our Musical Ladder System: clear levels, regular testing, and trophies and wristbands to celebrate progress
  • Recitals every winter, spring, and summer
  • Start anytime with continuous enrollment, and try a free lesson first
  • Lessons for ages 3½ through seniors, in Greenville and Caddo Mills

Our philosophy

Make music, and listen to yourself. It is the single most important thing you can do as a musician. Nobody is judging you. Make music for your own pleasure, and create something beautiful for the people closest to you.

Our teachers

  • Ms. Melissa: piano (director)
  • Ms. Mandy: guitar and ukulele (co-director)
  • Ms. Lucy: piano
  • Ms. Caroline: piano
  • Mr. Sam: piano
  • Ms. Patty: voice