Ask the Expert Feature

Meet Russ Porter, Owner at the Rockwall School of Music. About the expert 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...

Adam Eason

Getting to know your instructor: Adam Eason is known by his students as “Mr. Eason”. Mr. Eason began lessons in the 6th grade. “I didn’t want to be in band or choir, so that left orchestra. The violin and viola were uncomfortable, and the bass was too big so the cello...

Hubert Pralitz

Hubert Pralitz studied the art of violin playing with Stefan Herman, Jean Fournier, Henryk Szeryng, Zino Francescatti, Sándor Végh, Gérard Poulet, Herman Kienzl, Szymsia Bajour, and Diane Kitzman. He has attended the Stanislaw Moniuszko Music School of Sopot (Poland),...

Chuck Pangburn

Getting to know your instructor: Chuck Pangburn, known by his students as Mr. Chuck or Mr. Pangburn. He began receiving lessons in 1964, “just about the time the Beatles played the 3 shows on Ed Sullivan”. Chuck knew that music would be a significant part...

Nancy Norton

Getting to know your instructor: Nancy Norton, known by his students as Nancy or Ms. Norton. She began her violin studies at age 5 in her mother’s Suzuki Method group class. “I attended many summer Suzuki Institutes growing up. I was a member of the school orchestra...

Benjamin Croucher

Getting to know your instructor: Benjamin Lane Croucher is known by his students as Mr. Ben or Mr. Croucher. “I’ve been playing drum set for about 11 years now. I started really honing my abilities about 6 years ago. I recall setting up long playlists for...
Jaret Martinez
5 days ago
Great place to take your kids to learn an instrument, lovely environment, staff are very friendly.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review, Jaret. We are thrilled to hear you find the environment lovely and the staff friendly. It means a lot that our program is a great place for kids to learn an instrument. We look forward to seeing you and your family again soon.
Hema
1 week ago
I love the facility, front desk staff n the teachers. Clean n inviting environment. Karen runs the backend wonderfully. Its 1.5yrs since my kid stepped in for his first piano class. They listen n try to accommodate ur requests. My kid has thrived as a budding pianist n looks fwd to seeing Mr. John every week.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Hema. We’re thrilled your family loves the facility and that our front desk, teachers, and Karen’s support have made a difference. It’s heartening to hear your child has thrived over the past 1.5 years and looks forward to lessons with Mr. John. We appreciate you trusting us with your child’s musical journey.
CC
3 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! We truly appreciate your support and are delighted you had a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. If there’s anything we can do to make your next visit even better, please let us know.
S M
1 month ago
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!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for that awesome 5 star review. I greatly appreciate your kind words. We love having your daughter as part of our community of musicians.
Aysun
1 month ago
Fantastic educators and an excellent system for newcomers. We really enjoy this place.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Aysun! We’re delighted our educators and newcomer program have made your experience excellent. It’s wonderful to know you enjoy being here. We look forward to continuing to support you and welcome you back anytime.
Amy Jerina
1 month ago
Rockwall School of Music is a fantastic organization! My daughter has been going on and off, as her schedule permits for several years. They are always very accommodating and the staff are always so kind!! They offer recitals so the students can showcase what they have learned and to help them get used to performing in front of people. My daughter has had many instructors, and she has enjoyed every single one of them!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Amy. We’re so glad Rockwall School of Music has been a great fit for your daughter over the years. It’s wonderful to hear she’s enjoyed our instructors, benefits from the recitals, and appreciates our flexible scheduling. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to many more musical milestones with her.
Mojo Risen
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Mojo Risen. We're thrilled you had a great experience and appreciate your support. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and are here if you need anything.
Rafael Alvarez
3 months ago
If you want to get in to music Best place .
Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the great review, Rafael. We're thrilled you think we're the best place to get into music and look forward to supporting your musical journey. If you need anything, stop by or contact us anytime.
Eva Mackey Meyrat
3 months ago
We are so lucky to have Rockwall School of Music in Rockwall. It’s a great resource for both adults and children. My daughter took vocal lessons for many years and really enjoyed it!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Eva! We’re so glad you feel lucky to have Rockwall School of Music and that your daughter enjoyed her vocal lessons for so many years. We strive to be a valuable resource for both adults and children, and your kind words mean a lot. We look forward to supporting your family’s musical journey for years to come.
Ling Zeng
3 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ling, for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled you had a great experience and appreciate your support. We look forward to serving you again soon. Please visit us anytime.