From the very first call to schedule our session, Ben has been reassuring and supportive as a vocal…read moreinstructor. Not only has Ben helped me build up singing confidence, he's helped improve my vocal range and technique. He is able to put complex topics and terms in language that is easily understandable for someone like myself with NO music background prior to enrolling. I have so much fun learning and never feel judged or embarrassed which is incredibly important. My favorite part of our sessions is when he turns my favorite songs into a piano-only or guitar-only piece and helps me perform them. I have been going to In Tune for a month and I am so excited and proud of my progress. I cannot wait to see how far I can go with In Tune's help!

Ben is a fantastic professional whose intuitive style and methods bring out the best of his…read morestudents' personalities and ambitions. He has the ability to connect with both children and adults, which can be a rare quality. He's been teaching our adult family member since before the pandemic; at no time do we ever feel like anything other than equals in a collaborative environment. The studio itself is definitely a well-cared-for, inviting space. You can flex your performance muscle without cramping your style. There's a decent sized parking area, so no worries about where to find a space on the street, as well as a central location on the bus route if you need public transportation. Costs are reasonable and really, you're getting a steal for all of Ben's experience, education, and knowledge. What are you waiting for? Go see him and change your life for the better.

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.

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!

Nadia is a gem, She truly wants you to succeed and has…read moregreat ways to improve your vocals my voice range has increased, is so much more clearer, my diction is more concise, and so much more. Not only is she a great teacher but has a heart of gold. If you want to improve your voice Nadia is your lady. F your super sensitive and not wanting to work hard, dont take her, she tells it how it is

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 :)

Lori is very easy to work with, makes you feel at ease and knows her stuff. I highly recommend…read moreLori if you're considering taking vocal lessons. She Rocks!

Highly recommend Mollys Music /The Inside Voice! My daughter had a couple vocal lessons somewhere…read moreelse in the past, but it was not a great fit with the teacher, and wanted to try again. We found Mollys music on yelp and the experience was great from the first call with the music coordinator Liam, who just went above and beyond to make sure everything was clear about the lessons and took extra time to get to know a bit about my daughter to make sure that the vocal coach was a great match and she was! Maddie was so great and professional, relaxed and knowledgeable and my daughter had a lot of fun with her. Mollys music was really accommodating with scheduling changes and trying to support my daughter's very busy schedule. Highly recommend!

Best music teachers ever! My daughter takes singing and cajon lessons. All the teachers are…read moretalented and friendly. I highly recommend them all

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

My daughter had a great time here. Ms. Van, Mr. Sean and all dance teachers are wonderful and…read moreprofessional. They treated us as family. We had a lot of great memories here. Thank you very much to VS Music Studio team and we wish you all the best.

Sean is great! Guiding someone like me without a musical background, Sean kept a patient,…read moredown-to-earth, and caring perspective. He guided me through the warm-ups and, ultimately, through my singing attempts with such a keen eye and ear. Being a beginner at singing, even when I showed vulnerability, he always maintained a positive attitude and helped me get through the lessons. What I hoped to get out of the lessons was a boost to my self-esteem and self-concept, not so much because I would leave as a better singer, but to gain a positive attitude about myself. With each lesson, I could tell that I was helped to gain just that. While it was nerve-racking at times, I had a lot of fun exploring different vocal notes. Whether you're looking to improve your singing skills or as a reflective mind-body practice, I highly recommend singing lessons with Sean!

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!