Voice

The main focus of voice lessons is to improve a student’s vocal technique, although other things can be incorporated as needed, such as sight reading, learning specific types of literature, and period music. Vocal technique includes posture and breathing, improving tone quality, extending and equalizing range, and advancing flexibility.

Private lessons are adapted to the student’s needs, from younger students just beginning to develop their voice to adults revisiting a neglected talent or capitalizing on an exceptional one. Many students are preparing for auditions and competitions including All Region/All District/All State, Solo and Ensemble, Texoma NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing), as well as smaller local festivals. Others are preparing for auditions of choirs or shows or developing roles already acquired. Any student serious enough about music to be a college music major should be preparing with private lessons. The competition is fierce and a musician can never be too prepared!

Voice Lessons

MUSICAL THEATRE VOICE LESSONS

The purpose of musical theatre voice lessons is to ensure the student is “performance ready.” This means that he or she will be comfortable singing in front of a crowd. The starting point of lessons depends on the level of ability of each student. Some students may need to start with pitch matching and beginning vocal technique while others may be ready for expanding their range, tonal quality and vocal control. Some students simply need to boost their confidence while others are preparing for auditions and talent shows.

Singing for musical theatre requires the knowledge of both classical and more modern music forms. Our musical theatre instructors teaches students how to adapt their voices to whatever situation a song requires, ensuring that students are well rounded in whatever music styles they wish to learn. For example, singing “Phantom of the Opera” requires tall vowels and darker tones while a show like “Hairspray” needs a little more brassiness and bright tones. Some students specifically want to work on popular music.

No prior knowledge of music is necessary to take musical theatre voice lessons, but we do recommend a starting age of around 8 years old for this type of lesson.

Lesson Times

Monday – Thursday from 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Friday from 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Saturday from 8:30 AM – 2PM
Sunday from 2PM – 6PM

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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!!!!
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Very professional and teachers are super good at what they do!!
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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.
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I enjoy not only knowing but seeing the progression my son is making at the school.
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Awesome Music School! My son really enjoys his drum lessons. His Teacher it Fantastic! Best Music School in Rockwall!
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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
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.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Courtney, for that great testimonial and the amazing 5-star review.
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!!!
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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!
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We really enjoy the lessons, staff & environment of this school. Very friendly staff&instructors.5 stars recommended!!
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My son just started and loves it there. Carl is the perfect instructor for him.
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Love the ambiance and the environment! Excellent for learning music.
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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!!!!
Response from the owner:Thanks so much for that amazing review. We absolutely love what we do and I'm so glad it shows. Seven years and still going strong....that's what we love to hear. Helping you reach your personal best is what we love to do.
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