Best Conservatory Of Music South Bend Near Me

Matthew Kent: I started voice lessons with Mike shortly before the COVID outbreak, and continued taking lessons for over a year via zoom. Mike is a fantastic teacher, and not only did I greatly enjoy my time with him, but the music village itself also offers a lot of opportunities for students to perform as well!

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Renee Thompson: Nancy Blake is a good piano teacher. If you are interested in guitar, banjo, or singing, check it out. Variety of musically related classes for all ages.

Joanna Jefferson: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,QualityDWSD is great! My daughter's teachers are talented and creative, they foster a wonderful environment of collaboration, and encourage all of the students to push themselves to be better dancers in a supportive and safe way. Thank you!!

Yun Ling: The rate is very expensive, but I am fine with it as long as they took good care of the teaching as well as the performance experience every year. But this year, covid-19, I totally understand they change the class to virtue class, but for the performance, they also use the virtue and don't want to refund any expense on the cost of the dress. The dress is very expensive and could only be used once! But this year, it is not even used once! They should have some kind of recycle program, this is really waste one year after one year. They don't think any to their customer, only think about how to earn more money. Several of our parents already discussed together about this recently that we won't join their class this year, and will not even after this pandemic. Their philosophy is not education, but money!You are the business, I am the customer! What ever you did before and now is for your business which is included in your budget. The budget is from your profit of this year and can also be extended to the years before. Are you a non-profit business?? NO, like another reviewer said" you are a Money hungry". Business is the one who provide service to their customer and customer makes payment for the service. The virtue performance is not the service that we were promised to offer!. It is true the current situation is not expected, but why you want the customer to take 100% responsibility for this unexpected thing??? why??? OK, ok, you don't have to answer, and I don't want to see any of your explanation. If I thought maybe some day I would go back to your school, now, after seeing your reply, I would never go back. It is true, you have your own freedom to choose the way you operate your business, the same, me and my friends also have our option and freedom not to receive your "perfect service"!!!

Karianne Dunifin: I can’t say anything about their dance school but I can say that they don’t care about their customers who buy from their boutique!I bought a pair of tap shoes from them about a week ago. I found a pair that fit me on clearance and I was excited about that! Who wouldn’t be?? She had mentioned that I would not be able to return them which I was fine with because why would I need to? But keep in mind, that is ALL she said.I went to my dance class, first time ever wearing the shoes and one of the heels snaps off... within the first 20 minutes of class! I called them because obviously that’s not okay? The person who answered the phone had said “They were on clearance for a reason, buy some glue and it SHOULD stay for you.”(The heel was not broken in the store)You’re kidding, right? So now when I buy something on clearance that still costed me $25, I’m expected to know that they could break? After the first class? After the first 20 minutes?Terrible customer service and frankly they just don’t care about YOU! Not to mention, false advertisement?? If you knew there could be a problem with the shoes, why was nothing ever said to me? Because I would’ve just spent the extra $20 on a non-defective shoe!!! But now because they refuse to do anything to help me, I have to either 1. go buy glue and risk the heel breaking again or 2. go buy a SECOND pair and waste the $25 I spent on these because apparently I was supposed to know they could break AFTER THE FIRST 20 MINUTES OF WEARING THEM.This was my first time visiting but this experience told me everything I needed to know about Debby Werbrouck. Money hungry. If this is what their boutique is like, I would hate to see how their dance classes are ran. Must be a nightmare. 100% don’t recommend.

Jedadiah Heavner: Friendly staff who truly care for their students

Evan Claudeanos: Very well organized. My daughter took ballet, jazz, and tap classes there starting when she was three and loved the school and her teachers. She and my son were also students at the accompanying preschool, Academy Arts, and felt very much at home there. I recommend both the dance school and the preschool wholeheartedly.

Allison Doctor: I absolutely love dancing at Debbie Werbrouck’s! The dance instructors are extremely talented and dedicated to their students, and the environment is very welcoming.

Bri Feltz: I have grown up dancing at Debbie Werbroucks and I have had nothing but positive experiences! I highly recommend this dance studio to everyone looking for a well rounded dance studio.

Jaden r: I’ve been dancing here since I was 3 and I’ve loved every day of it!!

Keshava Mysore: My daughter just started her preschool here. A simple learning environment

Lauren Bergstrand: This studio is a wonderful place to study dance! The community that works and studies here is awesome. I fell in love with dance at this studio, and it has been one of the great blessings in my life!

C Bergstrand: This was a wonderful educational experience for my girls. I highly recommend this school of dance.

Elizabeth Megyese: Debbie Werbrouck's School of Dance is not only a top notch dance and music school but also became and has remained a major positive place in my life. The faculty is top notch from the office staff to the teachers. They offer Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and Modern. DWSD offers growth opportunities which include a performing dance group, Christopher's Christmas as well as travel opportunities to dance overseas! DWSD is second to none!

Haley M: I grew up dancing at Debbie Werbrouck's School of Dance (taking classes there from 4 years of age to 18 years). Until late middle school, dance was a hobby. It was fun, mentally stimulating, and kept me active. As a child with virtually no depth perception and therefore no ability to throw, catch, and kick, Debbie's gave me the opportunity to engage in a "team" activity that encouraged practice and and self-discipline without making me feel like I was responsible for a loss or like I had failed. Even as a young child, I was being taught so much more than just great technique.At Debbie Werbrouck's, I learned self and spatial awareness, critical thinking skills, and personal morale and manners. My mom still reminds me about the ways in which she saw my early dance training at Debbie's aid me outside of the studio. For example: my kindergarten report card read "Haley is a good cookie with good posture." and 14 out of my 26 letters in my Alphabet Autobiography had to do with the dance studio.The atmosphere at Debbie's, especially as I got older and began to take more classes, gave me a second family. The older students and junior company members were some of my biggest role models growing up. I watched them train at the studio, be accepted into great colleges or get professional dance work, and carry themselves very differently than most teenagers were apt to. They fulfilled the roles of older siblings by offering advice and care as student demonstrators and helpers at recitals and even went so far as to help with homework at the studio on Saturdays (3 classes on Saturdays plus Christopher's Christmas rehearsals).The instructors never failed to give individual attention. Julie Bodle (instructor and assistant director) was like a second mom to me and was a huge rock (along with Debbie and the rest of the faculty) when my parents divorced. Jaci Mullins is largely responsible for my personal successes in dance, spending extra time outside of classes to research and help me apply for summer intensives and college dance programs.***I am now a year out of college and out of all of the times I've been able to visit home, there has only been maybe once or twice that I didn't make it by the studio to see my second family - and that's really only because it's a holiday and the studio is closed! Haha!***Late middle school was when I decided that I wanted to pursue dance as a career and Debbie Werbrouck's School of Dance gave me every tool I needed to do it. In high school, I was spending 30+ hours dancing. I was the varsity captain of my school's dance team, serving at a restaurant, studying, training, and teaching at Debbie's and graduated 11th in my class. My parents' friends were questioning why they would let their "smart" daughter go to college to dance. My parents, as the amazing supporters they are, would say "you're right, she's smart, and we know she'll make things work." They knew that they (and Debbie's) instilled in me a sense of self-discipline that would enable me to do what I love and support myself.Now, after graduating in four years with a B.S in Kinesiology and Dance and a certificate in Journalism from Indiana University, we know that they were right. I am currently living in Chicago, dancing for three companies - one of which iI founded myself and is currently being incorporated, teaching dance for a University of Chicago Charter school, an after-school program, and Kenwood School of Ballet, and running educational programming for a third consecutive summer. I absolutely love what I do and am able to support myself (and even pay off student loans)!I know for a fact that I would not be where I am, as happy as I am, if it weren't for Debbie Werbrouck's School of Dance. I've seen as a dancer, a young woman, and an educator how useful dance education can be in a child's life. I've now taken class and taught for many different studios/programs in the midwest and in NYC and have never been a part of programming as well-rounded and professionally run as Debbie Werbrouck's School of Dance.

Molly Mcgee: They are great but expensive, but I guess you get what you pay for... Can not beat the recitals they do hands down!

jeffery biddle: Just began to observe site. Really like the format of the video. Enjoyed the upbeat approach thru marketing. Nicev video.

Raegan DelGuanto: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,QualityI've been taking lessons here for a while now and its amazing! I was self taught for a while, and tried many different teachers for guitar before I found Elkhart School of Music. This is exactly what I was looking for! The teachers are awesome and very friendly. Would deffinetly recommend taking lessons here!! 😃🎵

Dustin Roberts: Very knowledgeable about music and good customer service. They will take the time to answer any of your questions.

Ashley -: Honestly, they seemed knowledgable about instruments, but they, also, came off as snobby.

Korona _: Took piano lessons here for a while. Friendly people especially teacher Mike. Great and friendly man like someone you'd see in a Disney movie. Only financial difficulties I can find maybe is having to buy yourself an instrument to practice on.

Jason Poff: As a former employee AND student, I must say that Elkhart School of Music is one of the best places around for taking lessons, purchasing music equipment, or having repairs done. As a teacher, I was always treated with the utmost respect by the director and staff. I was expected to maintain the high standards of excellence set by the director, and through the director's training, I became a better teacher. I was also very impressed with the knowledge and expertise of the repair staff, and they have done a wonderful job fixing several of my and my daughter's instruments! I have since moved on to pursue more classes to upgrade my degree, but I would never hesitate to send anyone to Elkhart School of Music. They have even carried items in stock that others stores had to order, saving me a ton of time and money! Thanks ESOM!!!

default player: Very professional and caring staff and teachers. The best experience that I have had taking music lessons. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to play an instrument.

Josh Fletcher: I am currently a teacher at ESoM, and I can tell you with all honesty that it's the most rewarding job I've ever had. After hearing good words from around the community, I decided to apply for a position at the school. It was the first application I've turned in that was not for a job that I needed, but for one that I wanted. As a young man, a few years out of college, I was so grateful to be accepted into the ESoM family. Music is my life and my passion, and I get no better satisfaction than by instilling that passion in others.I look forward to meeting with my students each week - each of them learns and grows in their own way, and seeing them improve over time makes me proud!It doesn't matter what age or skill level you are, the education and communal experience you'll get at the school will make you feel right at home.

Tim-Bessie: My son has been taking guitar lessons here since October 2016 and loving it! They are doing a wonderful job, and it's affordable! The lessons are 30 minutes and in my opinion that's long enough to learn new things to practice on and short enough that he doesn't become bored from too much info! I definitely recommend this place. 🎸

Myranda Firestone: I'm am 100% sure they do a fantastic job and offer great guidance. I myself don't understand how much I expect my 8 year old to learn in 30 minute sessions once a week. I'm almost certain he wouldn't remember his teachers name let alone thoroughly grasp the music concepts necessary to count as a productive lesson. It seems I'd only be able to nurture my sons interest in music if I were to take up a second, maybe third job.

Dustin Crump: I give this institution a very honest 5-star rating, which I will do my best to explain.I am a teacher here, and have been for several months. I want to make it clear that this was neither a job for which I was looking, nor is it a job that I need. I work here because I want to.When I heard about a need for a voice instructor, I spoke with the director and scheduled a visit to the school (honestly believing that I would probably not go for a position, if offered). However, the conversation I had with the director during the visit changed my mind. I was impressed with the standards to which each teacher is held and by the level of importance that is placed for the experience and education of each student at the school. I hope that everyone reading this believes me when I say that THIS IS RARE. Especially for an institution that caters to all ages. This is why the school has students attending from all over and why the school has been growing. As a passionate and professional teacher, I was moved. I decided that I wanted to be a part of this and turned in my resume, later accepting the position.Working at this school, I am rewarded each day of teaching by my students, and I continue to grow, myself, as a teacher. I am a millennial who is proud to be working here and encourage anyone interested in teaching or taking music lessons to consider the Elkhart School of Music.

Jessica Brandli: Super happy with their efforts on finding the right instrument for my child. The instructor has really been good with my child.

generalcarver: I take both my children here for violin and voice lessons. The instructors are polite and professional and great with children. I have found them very easy to work with. The owner is kind and professional and was great with helping find the instruments, accessories and supplies we needed. Highly recommended!

Dominic Bartolini: My son has been taking lessons for the last 10 mouths and We are vary pleased with this school and would recommend others to attend

April Mink: My family has been beyond pleased with ESoM! Our daughter started out as a beginner on the violin in February. She has loved every lesson! Teacher Mike's music instruction is top notch. The progress my daughter has made in just two short months is testimony to this. She isn't just plucking strings, she's bowing songs!The staff is warm and welcoming, and I appreciate the efficiency of the front office. We drive from South Bend for lessons, and I'd happily drive farther. I feel like I found a hidden gem! 5 stars!

Kevyn corona: My teacher is cool. He goes at a very nice pace and I enjoy how he teaches :))

Paul Skelly: Great teachers, nice staff. Lessons are a bit on the expensive side but they're totally worth it, they've really helped my musical skill and knowledge grow.

timbaz: Learning to play classical guitar was somewhat of a dream, but with Stephen’s expertise, support and patience I’m realizing that dreams can come true. I count myself lucky to be among his students. Stephen's welcoming attitude at the beginning of each lesson makes learning fun. I highly recommend Miller Guitar Academy (Now Online).

Glorinela Aguilera: My son has been taking lessons since Fall of 2017 and we couldn't be happier with how much he has learned. He is 7 years old and is quickly advancing all due to his love for music, but also because Mr. Miller motivates him and is very patient as well.

Eric Tauck: I've been taking lessons here for about five years and have learned a lot.

Catherine Bronson: Our son has been at Miller Guitar for almost two years. Stephen Miller is a phenomenal teacher, by all measures. In addition to being a talented professor of music at Notre Dame, he instructs children. He is most patient and thorough-going, and our son has developed and crafted his guitar-playing under Stephen's expertise. Highly recommended!

Renee LaReau: My 9-year-old son has been taking guitar lessons here for 6 years and it has been a great experience for him. I chose MGA because it focuses on classical guitar. My son has learned how to read music, play confidently, and use proper technique. He now has a very good classical foundation and also can build on that foundation to experiment with pop and rock songs as well. MGA instructors are kind, knowledgeable, and flexible.

Gabo Sgattone: It was amazing!The singers were completely amazingI definitely loved the show

MrChiddi: They are wonderful musicians who put on great performances. I love listening to the symphony at the Morris.