Excellence in music education, taught in Salt Lake City and heard around the world.
Gifted Music School is now the Diana and Joel Peterson School of Music. With gratitude to the Peterson family for years of support, we look forward to a bright future of sharing the power of music.
A GIFTED MUSIC SCHOOL TRADITION
Our programs: Making music
GRIT
Free, high-level music education delivered to students in underserved and low-income schools where they otherwise may never have discovered their musical potential.
Academy
Providing excellent musical training for students of all levels, ages eight and up, nurturing a lifelong love of music.
Conservatory
A scholarshipped, by-audition program training students to perform at a professional level, equipping them to enter the nation’s top music schools.
Deer Valley Music Festival
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday • July 25, 2026
We are honored that some of our students have been invited to perform with Utah Symphony and Time for Three. Hear one of the most thrilling pieces ever written echoing through the Wasatch Mountains as the orchestra takes you on a journey from the explosive “Infernal Dance” to the powerful finale of Stravinsky’s Firebird.
Diana & Joel Peterson School of Music: Where dedication, heart, and excellence come into harmony.
Our Mission
Through exceptional, comprehensive music education, we nurture artistry, character, and skills vital to a healthy community. We believe that music has the power to transform lives, and that every child who dreams of playing, creating, or understanding music deserves the chance to do so at the highest level.
Student Impact
Quality music education activates minds, nurtures self-worth, and teaches kids foundational skills they’ll need to thrive in academics—and in life. In fact, kids with music education get better test scores, show improved math and language skills, grow confidence and resilience, and have higher graduation rates.
Special Applause
Congratulations are in order for students Deann Huang, Kate Boynton, and Christina Sung for receiving 2nd Prize at the 2026 Camerata Young Artists International Competition and the 2026 Enkor International Music Competition.
