Mrs. Valle is a wonderful teacher! She is so kind and she helps train your voice very well! I was…read moreunable to belt even the slightest bit in the start of my lessons, but she has taught me to push my vocals to their full capability. I highly recommend!

Very knowledgeable and friendly teacher. She made feel very welcomed. I wish i didn't move…read moreotherwise i would have continued seeing her!

It's been less than a year, and already Lori has taught me techniques that have helped me become a…read morestronger singer while also increasing my vocal range. She has helped me become much more confident by teaching me how to sing with proper technique without straining or damaging my voice. What really stands out is how knowledgeable she is about human anatomy and how it relates to singing, which has made her instruction both practical and easy to understand. She's an incredible teacher, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their singing.

Lori has been coaching me for 6-7 months and I feel so much more confident in my range and tone…read more She is SO good at what she does. She makes you feel comfortable and has a way of teaching you how to sing. Looking forward to doing an open mic and I feel so much better about it thanks to her. It's even gotten to the point where I am doing the vocal warmups in my sleep. Not kidding, I have been woken up by my boyfriend saying that I was doing a vocal warm up.. and the best part was that he said I was ON KEY! Thank you Lori :)

Patricia is a brilliant Renaissance woman. She is what you get when you mix technical excellence…read moreand style with humility, compassion, and a lifelong commitment to the craft. She is simply the best! I feel incredibly lucky to have met Patricia and begun my singing journey with her. I've been a student at Studio Shanks since 2018, when I was fresh out of college and looking for a voice teacher who could earnestly teach me how to sing. At the time, there were flashy online ads for folks that could "make you a superstar" and all of it felt so loud and nothing seemed to fit. At one point Patricia returned my call. Immediately I knew that she was the right teacher for me. It was obvious that she is not just naturally fun and easygoing, but also a true technician when it comes to the craft of singing. It's been a few years since we began working together. I've discovered that singing is something that can be learned at any age. It requires hard work, but it can be done. Luckily, Patricia is entirely dedicated to the growth and success of her students. Knowing this makes it much easier to bring my own effort during and between classes. I am honestly amazed at how, despite having worked with many respected luminaries in the field, Patricia remains humble and always with a sense of humor that puts me at ease. She is everything that comprises a professional artist and educator. What I love most is that she cuts through the noise and focuses on pure foundations. That means that she is able to work with vocalists ranging from the most contemporary pop styles to opera to musical theatre and beyond. All kinds of singing require the same basic knowledge of healthy and safe vocal techniques. At Studio Shanks, everything counts and everything matters. Thank you so much, Patricia!

Thank you very much for communicating. I would love to take singing lessons with you.read more

We spent months in a music school and Emmalee was not processing or learning in the pace we were…read moreexpecting. We discovered Dr. Olena's music school by walking in. She has a dual doctorate degree in theory, vocal, and music. She has over 40 years experience in teaching. Dr. Olena is calm, professional, soft spoke & works very well. Emmalee learned how to properly sit, place her hands, play the piano, and read notes in a short amount of time. We highly recommend Dr. Olena, her price is generous for the degrees she holds. If you want to learn piano and or vocal, Dr. Olena's experience and credentials speak for itself.

Taking singing classes here has been one of the best decisions I've made. My teacher is incredibly…read moreencouraging and supportive -- she knows exactly how to make you feel comfortable, even if you've been shy about singing. Each class feels uplifting. She celebrates every bit of progress and helps you find your own unique sound with so much patience and positivity. I leave every lesson feeling more confident, inspired, and proud of myself. If you've ever wanted to sing but didn't know where to start, this is the perfect place.

Nadia is amazing! She immediately spotted what I need to work on and suggested great tips and…read moretechniques. She is very caring, professional, genuine person and a great singer! If you want to learn how to sing, learn from the pros! Contact Nadia!

A great teacher and knowledgeable about voice and music. I had a class with her and she thought me…read morethe techniques all singers must know. She is also very focused and doesn't waste time at all. You will definitely learn and I highly recommend her.

Working with Rebekah has been such a gift for Hazel…read more Hazel leaves lessons feeling empowered, clearer in her voice, and more connected to her music. We've seen growth in her confidence, pitch stability, and emotional delivery -- but more importantly, she feels safe to experiment and explore. That environment matters deeply for a young artist. We're so thankful for the patience, expertise, and care poured into her development.

I trained with Rebekah weekly for just about 7 months and she was an absolute joy to train under. I…read morehad a big fear of singing in front of ANYONE and came from a background of being told I was tone deaf growing up. However, I have a passion for singing and wanted to get over my fear and see what I could achieve with the right teacher. Rebekah is the right teacher and more. She was patient and encouraging and motivated me with every session. If it weren't for my increasingly demanding schedule between mom life and my professional schedule demands, I wouldn't be taking a pause. I look forward to and am eager to return. If you're looking for someone who not only knows how to teach technique, who has a nurturing and encouraging approach and who has a passion for teaching and helping her students grow; Rebekah is your gal!

mrs Park has been an incredible teacher to our daughter. She takes time to make sure everything is…read morejust right with the songs, prayer, following the direction that is most suitable for our daughters voice and growth and protection of her instrument. We are over joyed with her growth since starting with Mrs. Park at the park, vocal studio since September of 2021. Under Mrs. Park's tutelage, our daughter has won multiple international competitions, performed at Carnegie Hall, Disney Concert Hall, the Lincoln Library and recently performed in Salzburg, Austria and Barcelona Spain, for a virtuoso awarded her in her age category for classical opera. We highly recommend anybody if able, to be instructed by Mrs Park. She is a gifted singer and accomplished artist as well as can play the piano to help any singer. A multi talented instructor.

I have always loved singing, and Mrs. Park's vocal lessons have helped me transform a seemingly…read morefaraway dream to a beautiful reality. Throughout my many years of knowing her, Mrs. Park has presented herself as an encouraging and instructive teacher who never fails to bring a smile to my face. Before training with Mrs. Park, I had no experience with vocal lessons. I have drastically improved since taking lessons with Mrs. Park, and highly recommend her to both experienced and inexperienced singers. She is truly a gem and I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to learn from her. I thank her truly for all she has taught me, and for opening my eyes to the pure joy singing can bring to the soul.

I discovered McCormick a year ago when I found a beginner's open jam session on Meetup. At that…read moretime I had been learning bass for about 5 years on my own through YouTube tutorials and tabs. It used to take me several weeks just to learn one whole song at tempo. Improvisation skills were at zero. Plus, I didn't know anyone else who played an instrument, so I wasn't making much progress. The two times I had previously attempted joining a random open jam, I was completely lost and frustrated. But then I attended that first McCormick jam session... What I love about the open jams is that it's run by an instructor, so they'll often suggest easier songs and run through the chords on a whiteboard before starting. The people that attend are welcoming and friendly for all skill levels, and it's nice to see the same faces come back each month. Beginner/intermediate players get a chance to play along to easier songs, but there's also a chance for more advanced players to improvise and solo. I wound up having so much fun that first time, that I signed up for private lessons the week after, and have been going to the monthly jam sessions ever since. If you take private lessons, you can also sign up to join a student band that practices once a week to perform at concerts 4x a year. For beginners/intermediate who think they're not good enough to join a band, or if none of your friends are musically inclined, this is PERFECT. No matter who much you practice by yourself and can play along to a recording at home, it doesn't beat playing live in a group. Private lessons + band practice + monthly jams have seriously leveled up my skills in the past year. Now, I can learn a song well enough to survive a jam session with only a couple run throughs beforehand if I've never heard it before. I can survive a 12 bar blues jam without any prep. Plus I've also connected with a couple people during the jam sessions, and am now learning 3-4 new songs each week! Also, shout out to Jules who's helped me learn songs much faster by simplifying basslines that I thought were too hard to play, and getting me to work more on listening and improvisation instead of relying 100% on tabs. He's an excellent and encouraging teacher, and I've picked up tons of tips and advice in the past year. Really happy I found McCormick! I've always loved playing an instrument, but it's 100x more fun if you get to play with other people.

Amazing teacher, amazing students , amazing learning environment to really grow and harness…read moremusical skills. I would give it 10,000 stars if I could.