Steve and Kristy Smith are great owners and really kind people. Steve is very knowledgable and his…read morejoy in helping his students succeed as drummers is apparent in every lesson. He is also an excellent player and that translates 200% into his teaching. In my years studying with him I learned an incredible amount in terms of complex musical concepts applied to percussion, simple straight ahead groove and feel, and the art and science of professionalism. Everything he taught me is extremely valuable and directly applicable to being a better drummer. 35+ years after taking my first lesson with him and I am still using his original material religiously in ways that I never dreamed of. I just can't offer enough praise.

Our children have been attending Seattle Drum School for almost five years, and we couldn't be…read morehappier. The teachers are excellent and professional, and there's a wide variety of instruments to choose from. One of our children started with piano and has since branched out to violin and guitar.

I took a vocal class with Cherie through the Urban Music Farm about 2 years ago, and it was…read moreamazing. I'm a guitarist and sing a little bit, but had always wanted to explore whether I could actually make my voice stronger through coaching or whether I was just one of those guitarists who should step away from the microphone. Well, I am pleased to say that in just the few short weeks of the UMF class, Cherie's lessons on vocal exercises, breathing, and mouth technique changed my voice. I am a stronger singer, have better tone, and am much more confident than I was before taking her class. I will never front a band, but my backup singing is often commented on positively and I can rock the karaoke mic (at least in the right key wheelhouse!) standing up straight and forming my mouth around my breath correctly. Thanks Cherie!! Keep up the good work. I hope to learn more from you one day soon!

I've worked with Cherie now for almost a decade and I cannot stress how much she has changed not…read moreonly my perceptions but the lives and careers of many. I produced several individual concerts for her, solo acts, and a few outdoor events. Cherie is what one calls a consummate performer, leads the audience, has a deep soul which she shares with the crowd, works silently and intuitively with the stage or sound crew, and transmits energy and the goodness that is both music and the human spirit. I also provided sound and set-up support for a multimedia all-day event Cherie created and produced. Video and sync sound as well as a live stage with a back line Cherie had personally worked to get. The funding was also coordinated by Cherie. The whole concept of an entertainment "event" with food, drink, live multiple act music and live video taping was a demonstration project which Cherie created to show the whole gamut of possibilities in the world of Music/The Arts Is A Profession. And, by that Cherie means that part of the world of performance and music is attention to cost and income and overall economic growth. Building a reputation and working the smaller venues and then a few shared larger act events is what Cherie has been teaching by doing for at least a decade now. Building your repertoire and expanding your audience and repeat venues is the foundation which Cherie knows inside-out (having done all of it herself very successfully). Cherie gives back to the community, too, in a way that matters the most - by handing the keys to self-fulfillment and self-actualization to the youth. I was a guest participant as sound engineer for a summer program Cherie led at the Meadowbrook Teen Life Center. She rounded up two percussionists, a scratch DJ, herself as a vocalist and spent part of the summer molding a group of about 1/2 a dozen teens into a self-assured, coherent musical group who produced a copyrighted original piece at the end. Cherie knows what she's doing and brings an insight and passion to Music - as a profession and as a gift she has. Did I say she can sing a mean blues tune or make you get out of your seat with some foot-dancing soul? Well, she can do that too! Highly recommended.

Sarah teaches with an enthusiasm and joy that wasn't visible with our previous teacher.  Learning…read morean instrument is kept interesting and fun - musical games are incorporated into lessons plus Sarah joins in playing her instruments even making scales fun.  She teaches theory and practice.  My son loves his lessons.  I would 100% recommend Sarah.

Laura is a gifted teacher and we are so happy that our son is studying piano with her! His…read moreprogress over the last 2 years has been remarkable, thanks to her patience and ability as a musician and teacher! I highly recommend her!!!

2/15/2020 The Guitar Circle has been a great fit for me! I…read morerecently started taking lessons with Jonathan. His approach has helped me stay engaged and challenged. He also pointed out ergonomic changes I could make to improve my playing and not injure myself. I like the class agendas and enjoy playing with other students with similar skill sets; it has been encouraging and fun! I would recommend Jonathan and The Guitar Circle to anyone, whether you are a beginner or been playing for a long time. 3/17/2020 Adding to my recent review because I couldn't have gotten through The Upside-Down we are all experiencing without my favorite guitar teacher, Jonathan! You are amazing for standing up Zoom online classes in no time! We were able to join like any other night via the comfort of our homes keeping ourselves and others safe! As always, thank you for a fun, thought out lesson! Check out The Guitar Circle while practicing social distancing!

My child is picky about who he likes and he gets along great with Jonathan who does a great job of…read morekeeping him interested and improving. I would recommend you give it a try! I am happy my 14 year old loves his guitar lessons! They do lots of fun group activities and the video conferencing teaching has worked out very well During the Covid 19 era.

My first guitar had been sitting in the corner, gathering dust, for 25 years, until I heard Quinn…read moreplay at an event on Whidbey Island three years ago. His performance inspired me to get serious with my playing, but I didn't find the right instructor until last year, when I found out that Quinn gave lessons! I've been working with him regularly for 12 months via video (Zoom) and couldn't be happier with my progress. Quinn is extremely knowledgeable and patient and has been tremendously helpful in enabling me to learn all of the songs I've always wanted to play. Do not hesitate to up your game by taking lessons from him.

We reached out to Quinn to play at our Engagement Party and it was the best decision we made! He…read morewas incredibly responsive (literally responded within 5 minutes and he was even on vacation!), attentive to the type of music we wanted, and super professional. He showed up early, had all of his equipment set up and ready to lead our guests into the party with his beautiful acoustic guitar. We would definitely use Quinn for any party or event in the future and highly recommend him!

My boys love the chance to play music with other people during Rock Camp. The teachers are…read moreknowledgeable, experienced in bands, easy going and accommodating. My boys have also benefitted greatly from some private lesson time too. The concert at the end of the week under big lights and with a raucous parent/family audience and a few nerves of the musicians and the completely awesome music!!!! It is an all time experience. It's hard to tell who enjoys the experience more. If you have any doubts, sign up, no matter the experience level of musician.

School of Rock made our shy girl play guitar like a pro and act like a rock star! The ability to…read moreplay her favorite songs, perform in a real club and make friends made an awesome experience.

A great space for children - on their own - to learn music from the teacher through singing,…read moreplaying (very briefly) an instrument, dancing around the room and enjoying a one-hour class with a handful of other preschoolers. I was a bit surprised, our first class a free trial, to learn once I arrived that the teacher pushes the parents and caretakers out of the room (into a cramped waiting room at the side or back outside), even if the child is not quite ready to be in this new environment solo. (So come prepared.) If a child struggles through the separation initially, one parent is asked to sit on the floor at the back of the room to give confidence, but as soon as the child I had stopped crying, the parent is dismissed with "This is not a performance. This is a class." Children, by the end of the thirty minutes alone with the teacher are asked to call in the parents and continue with them. At this point, more of the children were comfortable and eager to share. Most, having much to say and share about the experience once class let out.