Rockwall School of Music

Music Lessons
Rockwall

Private Music Lessons Rockwall

The Rockwall School of Music is the largest music school in the greater Rockwall area with an active enrollment of over 800 students. Our school of music has won the Lakeside Living Best of Music Lessons Award for six consecutive years. We have 50 highly qualified music professionals who love what they do and will inspire children to excel on the instrument of their choice. Students drive from as far away as Sunnyvale, Forney, Greenville and Wylie to take lessons here. We offer lessons for ages 5 to adult.

While you are here researching the best school for you, please consider the benefits of becoming a Rockwall School of Music student and find out why we are the area’s number one choice for music lessons.

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Our Music Lessons

Guitar Lessons

Guitar Lessons

To serve our diverse guitar students, our Rockwall guitar lessons are offered in acoustic and electric guitar as well as bass guitar.

Piano Lessons

Piano Lessons

Learning to play the piano can be one of the most valuable of all musical studies because it is the most straight-forward and intuitive of instruments.

Drum Lessons

Drum Lessons

Learning to play a rhythm instrument, like drums, can be an important addition to any music student’s base of knowledge.

Violin Lessons

Orchestral Strings

We offer lessons in Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass. Our School of Music provides private lessons starting at 5 years of age.

Voice Lessons

Voice Lessons

Private lessons are adapted to the needs of the student. We help younger students finding their talent and adults refining their talent.

Home School Music Lessons

Homeschool Music Lessons

Our early day lesson rates are available for home school families who can schedule a private music lesson before 3:30 pm M-F.

Frequent Questions

Which Instrument is Best for My Child?
That’s a great question! If a child has no preference, we typically encourage them to start with the piano. It teaches so many musical skills that can be transferred later to other instruments. You’ll find that we are the only school in the greater Rockwall area that offers a wide variety of all the popular instruments and more. We Offer: Private Lessons, Small Group Classes for Beginners as well as Special Interest Classes/Camps.

Adult Lessons are also offered: For those of you who would love to learn an instrument alongside your child or for an adult or Sr. Adult who finally has time to pursue the life-long dream of playing an instrument, RSM offers Adult Music Lessons too!

When are lessons offered?
We offer Lessons Seven Days a Week!
We get it…sometimes it feels as if there just aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done that your child wants to experience. Rockwall School of Music is the only music school in the area that offers lessons seven days a week to accommodate your busy schedule. We even offer early classes for homeschoolers.

10:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Friday
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Saturday
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday

How is this accomplished in a short time?
The Rockwall School of Music Provides the Largest Selection of University-Trained Teaching Faculty in One Location! Not only are our teachers kind-hearted and fun-loving in their teaching style, they are high-level performers in their professional life. Your child’s music teacher will be committed to learning about their personal musical goals and providing stepping stones to help them achieve those goals. With so many different learning styles, we promise to do everything possible to find the teacher who can help chart the best individualized path for your child. We are confident that you will find the right teacher to meet your music lesson needs.
What Happens Next?
Simply call one of our friendly office staff to learn more. Our staff is available seven days a week. You deserve the best possible customer service and we are frequently reminded that others feel that we exceed expectations! We are the only music school in Rockwall that offers full time professional customer service for their students seven days a week.
You can call or text our school of music at 972-722-6874.
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Benefits of Our School

Comfortable Place to Lounge
Take your choice…if you’re a “people person” you can enjoy the spacious reception area at our music school. If you would prefer the peace and quiet of some ‘alone time’, find one of the recessed areas that’s scattered throughout our building to enjoy your quiet time.

We consider you to be part of our family and encourage you to take advantage of all that we have to offer. Large observation windows inserted in the studio doors allow you to watch your child’s lesson or, if you prefer, you can sit in on the lessons at any time. Our Open-Door Policy is another unique feature that you’ll only find at RSM and one that parents, just like you, find comforting and rewarding.

An Experience Your Child Never Forgets
We celebrate with you each musical success that your child experiences. The good news is that the school of music you have chosen is the only school in the greater Rockwall area to offer the opportunity to earn special colored wristbands, trophies AND certificates as a tangible way of encouraging them along the way. We acknowledge the hard work and intentional effort they’ve put into learning the instrument of their choice. Our “Musical Ladder Program” generates smiling faces when the children are awarded these full colored, really cool, wristbands that they can show off to their friends.
Showcase Recitals!
Each recital builds on the one before and within a few short years, the audience is riveted to the edge of their seats as everyone in your child’s personal community supports and cheers them to be their best.

These Showcase Recitals allow for ALL children to experience the thrill of successfully performing before friends and family. We take away the fear-factor that many times stifles the creative side of a child and channel it into positive energy and experiences. You will never be charged a recital participation or admission fee.

Hours to Meet Your Crazy Schedule
If you are a home school family, parent of a school-age child, retiree, college student or working professional with a flexible schedule, you can take advantage of our early day lesson times (before 3:30PM Mon. – Fri.). We are the largest school in the area and able to be a ‘full service’ music provider. This allows us to offer lessons as early as 10 am and we see many students between the hours of 11 am- 8:30 pm (M-F).
Music Can Be a Year-Round Enrichment
The good news is that music will benefit a person’s life whenever it’s introduced. To maximize the positive effects of music on your child’s life, how open-minded would you be about a seasonal approach to music? Just as sports are seasonal, music can rotate from instrument to instrument or can be a long-term commitment to a single instrument. The possibilities are unlimited. If you find yourself looking for some consistency when scheduling your lessons, you’re in luck….Rockwall School of Music offers lessons year-round, including summer! Enrollment is month to month with no long-term commitment required. You have a secured day and time each week for your lesson. Private lessons can start anytime throughout the year.
The Convenience-Factor!
How awesome would it be if you could shop, snack or pamper yourself while your child is receiving music lessons? Our new, state-of-the-art facility, located at 1920 Mims Road (at the corner of Mims Rd and Ralph Hall P’way) is surrounded by salons, shopping options and food establishments. You deserve to treat yourself to some quality time while your child is being treated to lessons. Our new location is easy to access from I-30, highway 205, Ridge Rd, or John King Blvd. This makes access super simple for our students from all parts of Rockwall, Heath, Wylie, Lavon, Fate, Royse City, Caddo Mills, Greenville, Forney, Rowlett, Sunnyvale, Garland and Mesquite.
The Safety of My Child
The Rockwall School of Music has a Family Safety Plan. In addition to our standard safety feature of only hiring teachers with pristine background checks, observation windows in all the doors, as well as, a monitoring system installed in the interior and exterior common areas and all teaching rooms. The office staff will continue to always be present anytime lessons are taught. Finally, we always have an open-door policy which means parents/guardians are always invited to sit in on your child’s lessons. Our commitment to safety and musical excellence dates back over two decades to 1996. Our full-time mission is evident in the thousands of lessons which have been taught to over 5,000 families.
A Little Bragging
We saved this for last because it’s certainly not the most important aspect of what we do….your child is the most important part of what we do. However, the environment in which the lessons are provided is something worth mentioning. As a part of our community of musicians, you will receive something that is a missing component from other teaching studios in the area…we offer the most technologically advanced and fully stocked music lesson rooms in Rockwall!

Our rooms are stocked with everything you need for music lessons, including amps, full drum kits with pads, keyboards, pianos and more. All you need to bring is your instrument (pianos and drums excluded, lol). We have spent thousands of dollars on our studio to offer soundproofing, quality professional instruments, observation windows, and security. All of this allows you to have the peace of mind in knowing that you have made the BEST decision!

Meet the Owners

Meet the Owners

Russ Porter holds a bachelor’s degree in Music from Ouachita Baptist University and a master’s degree in music from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. In 2004, Russ and his wife, Karen, became owners of the Rockwall School of Music. Over the years, the Rockwall School of Music has instructed literally thousands of students in piano, guitar, drum, violin, viola, cello, bass, ukulele and voice.

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From our Clients

5 Star
Our family has been at the Rockwall School of Music for 7 years and we are still going strong! We absolutely love the staff and the professionalism there. Everyone is so kind and helpful! They are also very flexible with scheduling! We love them!!! Hands down the best music school we have ever been with!!!!
-Chantel West
5 Star
Very professional and teachers are super good at what they do!!
-Eric P.
5 Star
I love this music school! My son has been going there for 6 years and he loves it. The teachers there are great and everyone is very friendly. I would definitely recommend sending your children or yourself here.
-Brian Jeffreys
5 Star
I enjoy not only knowing but seeing the progression my son is making at the school.
-Brandon Kennard
5 Star
Awesome Music School! My son really enjoys his drum lessons. His Teacher it Fantastic! Best Music School in Rockwall!
-Jessica Rogers
5 Star
We have been taking my son here for almost two years now and his love for music has just grown. The pride he gets from being able to play music now is something I wouldn’t trade for the world!
-Hailey Norton
Courtney Miller
Courtney Miller
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Everyone here is so lovely, and my child has learned so much so quickly! I feel like they go above and beyond everyday to make it perfect for the kids. Everything is very clean, timely, and positive. We adore our teacher and the ladies at the front desk.
S M
S M
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We love this place ! My little one can't wait until her next lesson, and she is learning quite fast!-3 years later update: Still here, still love it!!!
Shanty sijo
Shanty sijo
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Tracy March
Tracy March
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Erica Gonzalez
Erica Gonzalez
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We absolutely LOVE school of music. My daughter asked to take piano lesson at the age of 5 and this was definitely our perfect match. The teachers and so kind, patient and knowledgeable. They make the music learning process such a fun experience! Also I can’t say enough amazing things about the ladies in the front office. We are greeted every single time with a smile and a friendly wave! They are so lovely and work magic with helping to reschedule lessons. They are a delight to deal with and see!
Lisa Hite
Lisa Hite
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We really enjoy the lessons, staff & environment of this school. Very friendly staff&instructors.5 stars recommended!!
Kenneth Kersten
Kenneth Kersten
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My son just started and loves it there. Carl is the perfect instructor for him.
Faye Lambert
Faye Lambert
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Love the ambiance and the environment! Excellent for learning music.
Chantel West
Chantel West
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Our family has been at the Rockwall School of Music for 7 years and we are still going strong! We absolutely love the staff and the professionalism there. Everyone is so kind and helpful! They are also very flexible with scheduling! We love them!!! Hands down the best music school we have ever been with!!!!
Elaine Kelley
Elaine Kelley
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Desert Punk
Desert Punk
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My daughter takes piano lessons at this facility n she feels very comfortable with her teacher n looks forwards to every class. The office staff are very nice n helpful and the facilty is always clean n organized. Thank you Rockwall School of Music for bringing Melody to our lives. ❤️
Chris Kingsley
Chris Kingsley
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Great first drum lesson for this 40 yr old!
Amber McHenry
Amber McHenry
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vance Rowan
vance Rowan
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Rockwall school of Music for everyone and if nobody nows About Music. Music can save your life and worldI thank the staff the people is so nice and I thank you for that. Thank to Rockwall school of Music for given me this home I have Music now back into my life
Chnook Thompson
Chnook Thompson
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My daughter loves attending RSOM. They did a great job of matching her to a teacher that gets her music taste and help her come out of her shell a bit. We always recommend this school to people, looking for music lessons.
Lisa Yi-Samala
Lisa Yi-Samala
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My daughter has been with Ms. Nene for about 2 months now. She is so patient.... makes learning piano very fun for a 5 year old. I recommend Ms. Nene to any 5+ year old mom! She has been so wonderful. The school itself is great- very clean, high security, and the ladies in the front always know what's going on. I think this is probably one of the best places for kids to learn any instrument. I hear the instructions for the other instruments, while im waiting outside- and I'm always so impressed by the teachers.
LAURIE Lanehart
LAURIE Lanehart
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Very good school for music lessons. The staff is professional and the teachers are talented and well educated in music. The building is newer, bright, contemporary, and clean.
Chris Hawkins
Chris Hawkins
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I have two daughters in Rockwall school of music and it has been a very positive experience for all of us, the customer service that both the instructors and the staff provide is top level
ajete smajli
ajete smajli
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Kyle Burkett
Kyle Burkett
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This is an amazing music school! The staff are very friendly and extremely helpful when guiding you through their programs.We were so happy to find it and our son Matthew absolutely loves learning drums with his teacher Joshua. We would highly recommend this to anyone looking for music lessons!
Joseph Velasquez
Joseph Velasquez
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It is a great music school for kids and families with desires of learning how to play an instrument.
Lisa Tadlock
Lisa Tadlock
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My kids have been taking guitar and piano lessons for a couple of years here. We love Rockwall School of Music. Everyone is so friendly. Alex is an amazing guitar teacher and Ms. Jane is the best piano teacher ever! My kids love going to their lessons and have learned so much. They love the musical ladder and all the awards they get.
Mary Weible
Mary Weible
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My daughter is learning so much with Miss Julia! And the office staff has been fantastic! I highly recommend Rockwall School of Music!
Osehotue Okojie
Osehotue Okojie
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Great school and great staff! Love this school!
Shanya D.
Shanya D.
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Rockwell School of Music is one of the most helpful and constructive places to develop music skills. At my time here, I learned so much from technique to being exposed to various music styles. Definitely recommend!
Kimberly Alsbrooks
Kimberly Alsbrooks
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Excellent communication, fabulous facility and amazing instructors!
Justin Hughes
Justin Hughes
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Our son loves Rockwall School of Music! And especially his instructor, Elijah!
Jay
Jay
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Rockwall School of Music is amazing!! I go there for voice lessons and have improved exponentially, not only in skill but in confidence. I got a solo in one my school’s musicals because of them! Id totally recommend them to anyone.
Maria Carranza
Maria Carranza
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We have been with Rockwall school of music for three months. This is our first time introducing our children to music and both have shown a lot of progress in a very short period of time. We are very happy with the outcome and with the way they teach.
Katie Donaldson
Katie Donaldson
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My son gained skills and confidence that helped him secure a lead role in a musical this summer. His teacher even encouraged him to pursue music after graduation. I wish we had started RSM sooner!
Hedy Friedrich
Hedy Friedrich
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I have been taking piano lesson here for three years. The school is very well run and my teacher, Julia Hironaga, is wonderful. Young or old, you couldn’t ask for a better place to learn.. Evelyn Mann
B Askew
B Askew
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My son loves this place and is coming along on playing the guitar.
Amanda Lynn Crawford-Steger
Amanda Lynn Crawford-Steger
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Great program! Consistent, reliable music education.
Samantha Volack
Samantha Volack
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Both our girls are enrolled in Piano lesson, they have advanced and improved their skills tremendously. Everyone is so nice and friendly, very welcoming.
Larissa Yelverton
Larissa Yelverton
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My son loves this school and his teacher. He’s learning very quickly on piano!
Evangeline Smith
Evangeline Smith
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Best teaches and best place to learn music in the DFW area
Sue Fernandez
Sue Fernandez
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Kathleen Shipman
Kathleen Shipman
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My 10 yr old granddaughter is taking guitar lessons and she is loving it. She has learned so much. She comes home after each class excited to show what she learned that day
I Powell
I Powell
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My daughter has been taking drum lessons for almost 2 years at Rockwall School of Music. We cannot say enough good things about her teacher Mr. Matt, the facility, and entire staff. It’s a studio that exudes professionalism and is an inviting setting to let your musical abilities flourish. 10 stars recommend! ⭐️
Jami Schwartz
Jami Schwartz
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We have had an AMAZING experience at Rockwall School of Music! My daughter has grown leaps & bounds in the few months we have been attending classes. 100% recommend
Eilene Weimar
Eilene Weimar
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I am in love with this school! The faculty, staff and students are very friendly, helpful and professional.
Mendy Flowers
Mendy Flowers
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The Rockwall School of Music is awesome! I have 3 kids in it with each learning a different instrument. We have worked with numerous teachers including our permanent teacher and other make-up teachers. We have been very pleased with their knowledge of music theory and the instruments themselves. The owners, Russ and Karen, and all of the office team runs the school with professionalism and is well organized. They are great communicators and always seek for improvements. My kids are learning to much!
Xiaotong Wang
Xiaotong Wang
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Stephen Fleischer-Ihn
Stephen Fleischer-Ihn
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My daughter enrolled in a summer morning camp and had a complete blast trying out different instruments and generally familiarizing herself with musical forms. She especially loved the kindness and energy of the teachers, who clearly enjoy music and children. We’d definitely recommend this experience for anyone wishing to have their kiddos in a safe, fun, and educational summer camp.
Jackson Briley
Jackson Briley
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Amazing experience all the teachers were so nice I would recommend Rockwall School of Music to others.
Patricia
Patricia
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I love being a part of Rockwall School of Music, everyone is so friendly and supportive and welcoming to me. Classes are very affordable
L C
L C
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brian jeffreys
brian jeffreys
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I love this music school! My son has been going there for 6 years and he loves it. The teachers there are great and everyone is very friendly. I would definitely recommend sending your children or yourself here.
Hayli Cho
Hayli Cho
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Best teachers and clean facilities and amazing Staff that are so kind and sweet~
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