Specialties
No matter your age, skill level, or musical background, everyone can learn to play in a band at the Groove Shack.. We our currently accepting students of all ability levels and musical styles. However, the typical age range of our students is from 5 to 18 years old (we do accept adults for private lessons).
Private lessons are 1 on 1 and our instructors will work with you to achieve your to goals and enhance your musical abilities. Our group band classes are for our intermediate and advanced level students, if you have been taking lessons for a while, or have been playing your entire life, then you may be able to jump right into a band class with us. Auditions are required for our band classes, inquire today to schedule your audition.
Our teachers live to play, and love to teach. We've assembled one of the best music instructional staffs in the area, and can't wait for you to learn from one of our amazing teachers!
Ready to begin your musical journey with us?
History
Established in 2017.
Learning a musical instrument should be FUN, and at the Groove Shack we aim to keep it that way! With our modern approach to music lessons involving song based learning, our professional staff, and our hi-tech and beautifully designed facility, you or your student will absolutely love your music lessons at the Groove Shack.
Another point of difference from other local studios is our curriculum books series and rocking' rewards book series that encourages practice, and rewards our students for doing so. Some of our prizes include guitar tuners, ring pops, Apple Air Pods, drones, Tech Deck Skateboards, and all kids of fun prizes that reward positive results and strong work ethic.
If you're every in the area, we encourage you to stop by and take a tour of our 2200 square foot facility. We'd be glad to show you around and tell you more about our lesson programs and all of the cool things we offer here at the Groove Shack.
Meet the Business Owner: Brock W.
Brock Wollard |Drums, Marimba, Marching Percussion, Piano | G.S. Owner and Founder
How long have you been playing music?
26 years.
How did you first get into music?
The middle school jazz band came to perform for us at our elementary school, and after that I was hooked.
What's your favorite kind of song or style to play to?
And thing with a Jazz/Blues/Funk feel to it, basically anything that has a swung 8th note feel.
What's your favorite snack food?
Cheetos!
Who's your favorite musician?
All-time would be John Bonham, but close second is Elvin Jones.
What bands and/or countries have you played in?
I've played in many cover bands including my own trio locally (Harbor City Trio). My most treasured memories come from a bicycle rock band that I was in from 2007-2010. The band was called the "Ginger Ninjas" and we toured (by bicycle lol) throughout Mexico, Europe, and the Northeastern US.
What's your favorite kind of student to teach?
One that comes eager to learn, prepare