Ecole d’Art et de Musique -EAM began its journey in 2008 when Gilbert S. Mouawad, an educator and musician from Zgharta, North Lebanon, founded a modest music school in collaboration with his friend Michel Acolat. The school, initially named Acolat de Musique, was established with the dream of making quality music education accessible to all.

By 2011, the school recognized the growing demand for comprehensive music education and was rebranded as Ecole d’Art et de Musique (EAM). This marked the start of its mission to nurture a new generation of musicians and artists in Lebanon.

EAM continued to expand, opening a branch in Kfarsaroun, Koura, in 2014, followed by the launch of a summer school in Ehden in 2016. These developments solidified EAM’s presence as a leader in music education in northern Lebanon.

A significant milestone was achieved in 2017 when EAM was officially recognized by the Lebanese Ministry of Education under decree 143 on February 17.

Growth remained a cornerstone of EAM’s vision. In 2018, the school opened a branch in Batroun, franchised to Dekwaneh, Beirut, and launched an online learning system in 2019, embracing modern education methods.

EAM’s influence reached new heights in 2021 when it expanded internationally, opening a branch in Erbil, Iraq, under the name "بيت الفن والموسيقى."

In 2024, EAM celebrated two groundbreaking achievements: becoming a Trinity College London examination center (N.73119) and launching the first technology-friendly music school in the MENA region. The new branch, Ecole d’Art et de Musique NewGen, was established in Byblos, Jbeil, setting a new standard for innovative and tech-integrated music education.

Today, EAM continues to inspire students across Lebanon and beyond, fostering a love for music and art while empowering them to achieve their artistic dreams.

Dr. Gilbert S. Mouawad, born in Zgharta in northern Lebanon, first encountered the musical world at 13. Despite outdated methods and discouraging teaching techniques, he pursued his passion by moving to Beirut for a richer education. He earned a teaching diploma in Music Education from the Lebanese University in 2007 and a Master of Arts in Music from USEK in 2016, while also studying at music schools in Lebanon, Italy, and France.

In 2019, during his PhD studies at USEK, Dr. Mouawad won the National Research Day, leading him to the GISPA Lab in Grenoble, France ,where he studied the muscles related to voice anatomy and obtained his PhD high distinction degree in music education. In 2024, he obtained a diploma in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the American University of Beirut, further fueling his vision for expanding music education.

In 2008, Dr. Mouawad founded École d'Art et de Musique, a private school dedicated to making music education accessible to children and adults in Lebanon, particularly in the North. The school became a haven for artistic and personal growth, fostering unity in a fragmented society.

Now, in 2025, Dr. Mouawad is the managing director of seven branches, with the school thriving after 17 years. He opened a branch in Byblos in 2024 and is actively expanding to more cities in Lebanon and abroad. His journey is a testament to perseverance and the transformative power of music and art.