Great at what she does! Really has a lot of experience and passion and is serious about her…read morestudents development as singers and song writers

I began working with Forbsey over a year ago now. I don't have a yelp and have never used it before…read more-- but this woman has completely transformed what I am capable of and, so, I had to come here and add myself to the praise around Forbsey. She's a vocal magician and will change your life. It will not only serve your voice, but will enhance your confidence and composure. I'm a better performer all around because of her.

Our kids have been at Applause Music Academy for 5 years…read more Dr. Tig is truly amazing -- caring, kind, professional, and so creative in the way she teaches. She encourages every student with patience and positivity, making learning music fun and inspiring. You can truly feel how much she cares about her students and their growth. Ms. Victoria, the violin teacher, is wonderful as well -- positive, energetic, patient, and very professional. She creates such a warm and encouraging learning environment for her students. Overall, this academy is a very special place filled with talented teachers who truly teach from the heart. I'm so glad they have 3 locations so more families can experience such an amazing music academy. More than 5 stars!

PLEASE READ! Protect your children and keep them away from the owners at Applause Music Academy…read more They recently posted a disturbing picture of my 6 YEAR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER on their social media. It was heavily filtered and made her look OLDER ! They gave her cleavage ! . Her lips are fuller and made to look as if she has make up on. She's half Filipino and half Mexican and the filter also made her look completely Asian. When I contacted the owners through email they took the picture down immediately but did NOT apologize. The next day, my daughter and I met the owners in person through my request and it did not go well. He and his wife Dr. Tig were not apologetic at all. He would not tell me who edited the picture and he would not admit that it was wrong. I asked him point blank 3 times if it was wrong in which he stood silent. I was blown away by his refusal to admit it which made me think that HE was the one who did the editing . He claimed that it was done to clear up the background of the picture which is a total lie. This same picture was posted a few months ago without being changed. Another reason it's false is because there are actually 3 people in the picture and all 3 were made to look more Asian. One person was actually a white male and was completely changed into an Asian woman. He kept saying it was not intentional and he would not apologize. After 25 minutes of the meeting going nowhere, my daughter and I got up to leave in which Dr Tig finally admitted some regret but it was too late because it was like pulling teeth to make them feel sorry for what they or their employee) had done. They did not empathize nor did they realize the seriousness of the picture that was posted. Two days later, my daughter received an email stating that my granddaughters were both being terminated from the academy. It was easier for them to terminate them instead of saying sorry. This is very upsetting about how they handled this situation. They need to take posting children's pictures seriously! Children are precious and should be treated like it! 0 stars for Applause Music Academy

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!

Adanna is an exceptional vocal coach and teacher. She really listens to your needs and helps you…read morework towards your goals. In just one session, I had several breakthroughs to help with my voice. Her process of identifying and correcting bad habits to achieve better singing has been fundamental in my process. And if you haven't seen her live, she's AMAZING! . What a natural on stage with a breathtaking voice. So happy to have her guiding me through my journey.

Best vocal coach ever! Takes time with you and is so flexible. Loves her students and music. She is…read morefull of enthusiasm and knowledge. So thankful I met this wonderful woman!

I'm a resident at the Loma Linda hospital so my schedule is crazy and... I'm always stressed. I…read moredecided to pick up a hobby in effort to reduce stress. I chose singing/vocal lessons. Did a quick search and found Stormie. I'm so happy that I did. Stormie is perfect for what I was looking for. She's always kind and warm to interact with. She's unbelievably accommodating for my schedule. I can tell she's very talented as well. I highly recommend her.

STORMY IS SO AWESOME I SWEAR!!! She has helped my vocals so much and I have gained amazing…read moreknowledge about fixing my vocal break! Thank you so much!!!

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.

Excellent personal coach. Really helped my daughter get out of her shell and sing. Thanks.read more

Mary Helen and I have been working together since February and what a joy it has been! I feel so…read moregrateful to have a vocal teacher as kind, patient, and creative as Mary Helen. I grew up doing musical theatre and I've taken voice lessons before, but never properly learned good technique until now. Each lesson has been and joy and has tremendously built my confidence. Thank you x a million, Mary Helen! I cannot recommend her as a teacher enough.

I can't recommend Lacy enough! In such a short time, I've expanded my vocal range more than I ever…read morethought possible. Having worked with some top coaches in LA, I love how she embodies all the qualities I admire from each of them. Lacy truly invests in each session, tailoring them to meet my specific needs and goals. She provides insightful feedback and encourages open communication, always delivering it in a kind and supportive way. I really appreciate how she invites my input and adjusts her approach based on what resonates with me. Every session is fun and inspiring, and she allows my unique style and identity to shine through. I genuinely look forward to our time together--they're the highlight of my week! I'm so grateful to have found her--she's been a total game changer for me as a singer!

Literally after one 60 minute lesson I was hooked. I've been a professional vocalist for years but…read moreI always lacked the stamina and strength I wanted. I keep telling Lacy she's a dream come true in my life because every single lesson comes with massive improvement and I actually feel ready to go a tour without blowing my voice out. Major milestone, all thanks to our weekly lessons. Plus her dog is a bonafide diva and sings with me sometimes

when my husband found his dad's clarinet that hadn't been played since... 1970?! I thought, "this…read moreis a lost cause." but then I remembered Jim Mettler who used to repair our shop's instruments in Pasadena (decades ago). I googled him & lo and behold not only was he still around but he had his own shop! In San Dimas!! I sent pics of the moldy & crusty clarinet thinking I'd be told to take a hike, nope :) they were like, "no problem! bring it in!" they did a great job & the crew that works there is awesome, just awesome. I highly recommend! :D - a couple before & after pics:

Always so nice and helpful here. If it's something simple they do not charge. Which I am grateful…read morefor but I feel that they are doing the work they need to be paid. It's their experience and even if only 5 minutes of their time. That is their time and experience going into that 5 minutes. So I tend to "tip" them.