Where to go for Adult Music Lessons

We welcome all ages and all abilities! It’s never too late to begin or return to music and private lessons. We offer lessons both online and in-person at our Maplewood, Benton Park, and Maryland Heights locations in a variety of instrument options, including piano, voice, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, drums, cello, saxophone, trumpet, organ, songwriting, and audio engineering.

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Why Group Piano Lessons?

I think a lot of people want to learn how to play the piano but aren’t sure where to start. I mean, it’s information overload out there these days. ….

So many things to figure out. No wonder we get so overwhelmed and quit before we even start. It happens to a lot of people. But it does not have to be that hard.

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The Surprising Benefits of Music Lessons: Going Beyond the Music

Whether you realize it or not, you need an escape from the real world to discover and embrace your creative outlet. Taking some time to listen, learn, and play music can go a long way in improving yourself in ways you would never expect.

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The History of Jazz: The Great Cultural Influencer and Uniter

The great Jazz genre is an American musical phenomenon that was curated and expressed by African American musicians by way of musical hybridity. By combining popular songs and marches with African American Folk forms, a new birth of sound was expressed through syncopation and improvisation. The impact of Jazz goes beyond musical influence as it helped to redefine social and cultural history.

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Rock Bands for Kids... Shock City Rock Band

If you are looking for an exclusive opportunity to supplement private lessons, grow as a musician, gain performance confidence while creating new friendships, Shock City Rock Band is for you! New bands are forming now, bring out your inner rockstar!

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The Benefits of Music Lessons for Adults: The Ultimate Creative Escape

If you are looking for a way to intentionally take time for yourself to relieve stress and disconnect from daily tasks through a creative outlet, Music may be your key! Whether it’d be completely new to you or picking up an old hobby, playing music has many incredible benefits that are equally beneficial for your mind and body.

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5 Musical Ways to Keep Busy At Home

This year, everyone has had to spend a lot more time at home, which can be tough for many. We know it’s easy to get in a rut and be unproductive. This time, however, is a great time to take on a new hobby or find new ways to keep busy. We’ve compiled a quick list of ways you can musically spend your time without having to even leave your home!

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Win Free Music Lessons with Shock City School

CALLING ALL MUSIC LOVERS — Shock City School of Music is offering a chance to win FREE music lessons for an entire month! This offer will be valid for both online lessons or in-person at our Benton Park or Maplewood locations.

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Private Online Music Lessons at Shock City School of Music

It’s pretty safe to say this year has been anything but ordinary. 2020 will be one for the history books and has shifted us into this new normal. We have had to adjust to our new reality which, here at Shock City School, has allowed us to test our boundaries on our private lessons by now offering online music lessons!

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Shock City Studios and School of Music: A Music School Within a Recording Studio

There’s something extra special about taking lessons at Shock City School of Music! We are an affiliate of Shock City Studios — the most trusted recording studio in St. Louis. What does this mean? Well, we are able to offer lessons beyond your instrument!

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How To Title YouTube Videos

When making YouTube videos and wanting to grow your platform, it’s important to know how to title your videos to your advantage. The title of a video is one of the very first things the viewer will notice and is what they are searching for. We sat down with Bob Baker, St. Louis-based music marketing expert, educator, musician, artist, comedian, author, and YouTuber.

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5 Things to Know When Starting A YouTube Channel

When starting a YouTube channel, there are many things that you need to keep in mind when creating your content and trying to grow your platform. We sat down with Bob Baker, St. Louis-based music marketing expert, educator, musician, artist, comedian, author, and YouTuber.

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