The Best Gift This Year: Give the Gift of Music!

Trying to shop for someone who already has EVERYTHING? It’s difficult to find that perfect gift that is special and unique – but that’s where we come in!

Experience gifts are perfect for the child who already has every toy in existence or that friend or family member in your life who says they “don’t want any more stuff!” It’s a meaningful gift that’s truly unique and provides a higher value in happiness and excitement!

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Group Piano Class for Kids

Looking for a fun and engaging (but also educational) activity for your child? Join our class Group Piano for Kids! Perfect for kids from 1st to 4th grade who are beginners at learning piano.

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The Perfect Summer Break Activity for All Ages

Summer break is a great time to relax, unwind, and enjoy some fun pastime activities — but it also can lead to the dreaded summer slump. Music lessons are the perfect solution, providing a fun and creative outlet to sharpen and gain more skills! Skills learned in lessons stretch beyond music and continue to benefit you as you continue!

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St. Louis Brunch Jazz Jam

Shock City School of Music presents the Brunch Jazz Jam! A free jam session welcome to all ages — featuring Joe Pastor, Greg Dallas, Nathan Rauscher, and Ben Coan. Join us at Evangeline’s from 12-2pm on the last Saturday of the month in July, August, & September!

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Music vs. Sports - How Music Can Benefit Your Child's Athletic Performance

Many parents and students believe they have to choose between music or sports, but that is FAR from the truth! Music and sports can complement each other in a child’s overall growth and development, even helping your child boost their athletic performance! While music lessons may not be the obvious choice for improving your child’s performance in sports, the benefits may surprise you.

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EXTREME INSTITUTE by Shock City Studios

Looking for a practical and flexible approach to a Media Arts education? Introducing EXTREME INSTITUTE by Shock City Studios — an innovative approach to education in creative arts and technology. 

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Group Piano for Older Adults

At Shock City School of Music, we believe you are never too old to begin your music journey! If you’re looking for a fun weekly activity and never had the time before to explore your musical talents, we have the perfect class for you!

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Violin and Viola Lessons in Maplewood

Exciting News! Shock City School of Music in Maplewood is now offering Violin and Viola lessons. We have just welcomed violinist, Jessica Echols, to our team who will be teaching violin, viola, and piano to students of all ages! Enrollment is open now.

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Music Lessons in West County - Enrolling Now!

We are excited to be growing into Maryland Heights and offering lessons and classes to the residents of West County and surrounding areas! Our new space will hold the same creative, professional, clean, and comfortable environment as our Maplewood and Benton Park locations, and will offer an array of lessons and classes!

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We're Expanding! Music Lessons in St. Louis

Some exciting news comes to our St. Louis Shock City School of Music community as we are expanding our Benton Park location! Private Lessons are available for all ages and abilities and in a variety of instruments, including voice, piano, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, trumpet, saxophone, drums, songwriting, audio engineering, and production.

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Back to School Season is Here! Why Music Lessons are the Best After-School Activity

Are you in search of an after-school activity? Something that will be fun, engaging, rewarding, and beneficial all in one…well, we have your answer and why!

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4 Key Tips for Beginner Musicians

So you’ve purchased yourself a shiny new toy and decided to venture down the rabbit hole of learning an instrument. It’s an exciting journey! But also can be quite overwhelming, especially in the beginning. Figuring out where to start, what are the best practices in learning, and how to stay inspired. That’s why we’ve highlighted a few tips for first-time players.

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