Tricia Grey, MM is the best vocal coach I've ever worked with -- truly…read more I've studied with major names in the past, but no one has helped me access my voice like Tricia. What makes it even more incredible is that she's coaching me at a time in my life when I am not at my best -- due to a serious illness that left me with long-term complications affecting my voice. I worked with other coaches when I was at my physical peak... and yet Tricia far surpasses them in every way. She just has that special je ne sais quoi. She's incredibly smart, intuitive, and dedicated -- and you can see all of that in her book, which is one of the most useful vocal guides I've ever read, no matter where you are in your vocal journey. Her Sing Like a Star method is scientific, empowering, and meets you exactly where you are. She helps you build from the inside out -- breath, tone, emotion, everything. I'm hitting notes I never thought I'd reach again. If you're on the fence, take the leap. Tricia is rare. She's the real deal.

For 2024, I decided to find a vocal coach to improve my singing ability for writing, recording…read moredemos, and for use on my own productions. I asked around inside my peer circle in the Grammy chapter and ironically no one could recommend a vocal coach. I was fortunate enough to find Tricia and SLaS through an internet search and was pleased that SLaS could work with me via Zoom since I'm thousands of miles away from Atlanta. It's easy to under appreciate (or not understand) how much a course and coach can help us gain control over vocal muscles, larynx position, breathing, and breath support so that we improve our craft and more fully develop our personal singing style. Just like any fine performing artist or serious athletic endeavor, improvement in ability to sing isn't magic. It requires training (WITH EXERCISES), coaching, guidance, and feedback. SLaS and Tricia does all of these things via a very well thought out course that is designed to work on the common issues male and female vocalists arrive with at their doors (or in my case Zoom camera). I've gone from being/believing I'm a baritone only singer always wishing I had a wider ranger to be more versatile to HAVING a much wider range AND at the same time a far more POWERFUL and stable singing voice. I hardly recognize my new voice!...but I am sure loving it and can't wait to see what the next months hold as Tricia continues to guide and coach me to new places. When I think of vocalists I've worked with in the studio environment, almost all of them could have used the help SLAS provides; including one who came to the studio with her personal vocal coach!! Kudos to everyone who worked to put the SLAS training together and to Tricia who is helping those willing to work and put in the time to be much better vocalists and performers then they were before signing on with SLaS.

Laurelanne is the best hands down. She helped me to gain confidence that I thought I never had…read more Lessons are geared toward my deficiencies and I have improved tremendously in 3 lessons. I would recommend everyone to take lessons from her.

I didn't start vocal lessons until 59 years old. Was always terrified of singing. I've been taking…read morelessons from Laurelanne for over a year now and I can't tell you enough about what a great experience it's been! She promotes a safe space, friendly learning environment because I was a nervous wreck at first and she always put me at ease. Now I always leave feeling confident and ready to come back. She has helped me meet my challenge head on and get over a lot of my fear. I know I can mess up and we'll laugh about it and just try again. Shes super sensitive, understanding and encouraging. She's the best!

Miss Jackie is talented, experienced, and seasoned professional, and she is still beautiful person…read moreinside and out. My daughter has been singing and performing with Jackie for 4+ years all around the world from California (in person) to Korea (zoom). Miss Jackie took my daughter in as an evaluation as a new 5 year old and fell in love with her. Her technique and ability to teach and connect with little ones is so amazing. I don't know how a 5 year old manages to follow and remember everything she says. My daughter self sufficiently trains herself everyday whether it is breathing, warm ups, pitch, ear training, theory, or posture because Miss Jackie said to. Miss Jackie is one with her students and finds ways to unlock their potentials. It's hard to find a teacher that is so in tune with their students and she tries to challenge them to explore their ranges and genres. It's refreshing to hear my daughter sing things from musicals, pop, rock, and even the oldies. She doesn't only teach singing the way the kids will understand, she teaches them how to tell a story with the song in their performances or auditions. My daughter is learning about objectives and audiences to connect to the music to bring the song to life. It's so nice that Miss Jackie works with the parents and helps the kids in anyway she can. Because of Miss Jackie's eye and guidance for the last 4+ years, my daughter has been singing on stage, dabbled commercial/film acting, performed musical theater/plays, and has experience in voice over acting. I think we will be following Jackie forever or at least until my 10 year decides this is not her thing anymore. She will definitely be a lifetime mentor for my daughter.

LOVE LOVE LOVE Miss Jackie!! She is by far the best vocal coach my daughter has ever had the…read morepleasure of working with. After only two lessons I noticed improvement in my daughters voice. Now, several years later my daughters vocal range has grown, her pitch and tone improved, and she is confident, proud and ready for auditions. She also was signed with an agent and none of this would have been possible without Jackie. Even when Jackie moved, literally across the US we still decided to train with her virtually because she is that good. Above and beyond what I've ever looked for and expected in a vocal coach. She truly cares about your child, their gift, and helping them in every way possible. Jackie is a dream come true and we absolutely love and adore her!!

I had the pleasure to work with Wahid and he was very easy to work with and very laid back. He's…read morevery proficient and professional and cares about the project your working on. He helps give pointers and also feedback and suggestions to help your song. The overall experience I had with my wife and kids at DRS Verde music group was very pleasant. Highly recommend if your in need of quality music.

My first experience with the studio was as a guest on the While Black podcast. I never imagined…read morethat a year or so later I would return to launch my own podcast. Wahid makes the experience so seamless that I only need to show up prepared to deliver. He is an absolute professional. He is also flexible and works with my quirky ways and creative process which makes it really fun. I couldn't imagine doing this with anyone else.

This is the best vocal coaching anywhere!! The coaches are high level and have their own experience…read morein the industry! I would highly recomend for anyone who is thinking about singing to do it!!!!

I had a negative experience with Tara Simon Studios. This is nothing against Tara or her coaches at…read moreall. They worked with me after I initially signed up for a service I discovered I couldn't receive due to scheduling and reworked my plan for private lessons with Jeremie (who was always kind). I made a few mistakes in interpreting the contract I had signed and sent a few emails to Tammy Simon, which were met with condescension and impatience. She made me feel, for lack of a better term, stupid, for not understanding the contract in terms of billing and trying to cancel my lessons. All in all, I believe I took 2 lessons with Jeremie but paid for three months of lessons after being pressured to pay to comply with the contract. I missed a mid month payment date and didn't realize, in the third month. I asked to cancel but Tammy again sent me the terms of the contract. I quietly paid for all lessons I missed and thought I was in the clear until I was billed for the next month. I tried to explain to Tammy, who was very kind the first time I spoke with her on the phone, but every email we had afterwards made me feel bad about myself. I was never seeking a refund or anything like that. I had certain things going on in my life that prevented me from taking lessons. I did not want to create waves and thought I was done paying for them. Had to pay for the final month anyway. Tammy responded once because she eventually realized I wasn't making it to my lessons I guess? She sent me an email offering for rescheduling for the final month to which I replied I had been sick and I hadn't been able to take lessons, nor was I planning on taking more. No response after that. If you can pay for lessons this is a wonderful place to go to. Tara and her coaches are amazing. Tammy will be kind too until you misinterpret the contract. I have never felt so bad about myself before. She made me feel like I was a street urchin trying to get a refund, even though I was trying to honor the contract and pay for the lessons I never took. I am heartbroken from this experience as I know Tara is a good person but Tammy is unkind and I just wanted people to know that. I fully expect Tammy to post all of our emails here like she always does. Wish it weren't that way. I was aggressively pressured into purchasing lessons from them on social media in private messages from someone representing Tara. I'm on the spectrum and even though I recognize when people are taking advantage of me, I really wanted to work with Tara so I folded. I hate leaving reviews like this but I am out about $1k from this experience and Tammy is not nice, and people who are financially predatory need to be called out. They got their money. I got two lessons. Edit: After reviewing my records, I was able to take 3 lessons. I'm out closer to $2k. I was reprimanded for a late payment on at least one occasion, to which I did not dispute. Paid it without question, although this was on February 25th, and the last lesson I was able to attend was in December. I have emails and records from all of my interactions with this studio. Like I said, if you pay on time and hold up your contract, enjoy the service. The instructors and Tara know what they are doing. Tara needs to rework her admin team. I left this experience thoroughly hurt by Tammy Simon. She made me feel uneducated, uncomfortable, and subordinate in her emails.

Love this performing arts school! Excellent teachers who have are passionate about teaching…read moreperformance skills to the next generation. A great variety of classes and affordable tuition for families are other bonuses. If you live in East Cobb, check it out!

My child was a performer in the Wizard of Oz. I was disappointed with the quality of the show. My…read morechild always tells me how rude and unthoughtful the staff is; I guess that's why none of the kids seem to enjoy what they're doing. Not to mention we were charged ridiculous amounts for random things. If you want your child to be treated well by their teachers and produce a performance they're proud of, I'd recommend taking your business somewhere else.

I've been working with Rebecca Downs for a few months now and I already notice positive changes in…read morethe ease of how I hit notes when I belt. She's encouraging, affordable, and her techniques are extremely valuable.

Rebecca has been a wonderful voice teacher for me! I am an amateur who wanted to improve my…read moresinging for my own enjoyment and confidence, and sing around others without being self conscious. She focused on helping build my skill and control from right where I was starting and she was extremely positive and encouraging - giving precise feedback on ways to improve, while also complimenting my strengths. She has been a pleasure to work with, is super knowledgable, very affordable and easy to schedule with.

I have been a violin student with Samantha for over 6 years. I am an adult beginner and do virtual…read moreclasses with her. I've moved multiple times and still choose to remain part of BMA. She brings energy to each and every lesson and creates long term goals and a unique curriculum for every student. With BMA, Samantha provides MANY resources for anyone to become a well rounded artist and achieve the goals they set.

From the owner: At Burke Music Academy, we take pride in offering an array of tracks of study, catering to all ages…read moreand levels of musical proficiency. Our goal is to inspire, educate, and elevate the musical journey of our students. Whether you're a budding prodigy or someone who simply wishes to explore the wonders of music, our academy has a path that's perfect for you.: -Discovery Track Program -Performance Track Program -Early Starters Program -Song Studio Classes -Recorded Lessons -Group Lessons -Masterclasses -Weekly Office Hours -Discount Lesson Packages Available -BMA Lessons Scholarship Available through Nov. 1st, 2023

The selection in the store is good. But they have some big corporate issues. The phone system…read moregives an open message when the store is closed. Google hours are incorrect. There is no voice mail. Service phone often rings for 20 rings (gave up after then) and never is answered. The people in the store know about these problems, but the corporate office does nothing to fix it. The corporate call center went so far as to tell me they couldn't control the hours on Google. What? Again, less than stellar workers. Also, personnel is not properly trained. ie: I was told I could get a flute repair done in a week, then I found out it was a month...after I flew to the USA with my flute from another country. So, I bought a new flute. I asked the service department to check it over completely as I did not live in the USA and wanted to make sure there were no issues. Note this was a rather expensive silver flute. They gave it to me saying it was perfect. Well, it wasn't! The interior was filthy...used. The f# key leaks. I am flying back to the USA. It took me 12 phone calls including 2 useless calls to the call center before I could speak to someone. I was promised a call back from the call center in 40 minutes. Never called. Bottom line is, good selection, knowledgeable sales people, lousy service and not the brightest in the call center. I think some of the staff is good at some of the stores, but really, they need training.

The former Ken Stanton Music is now a Music & Arts. I was happy to see they are still a well…read morestocked full service music store. My son needed to pick up an acoustic guitar and the staff could not have been more helpful. They had a roomful of choices and expertise on each. Store manager Jon Bon insisted on restringing the floor model for him. He and Billy Darling have been on the staff for decades. Added a hard case and off we went. Great experiences like that you can't get online.