About Atkins Music Center
Atkins Music Center is a highly recommended music school where students of all ages can learn from experienced and patient instructors. The teachers, including Josh, Dane, and others, are knowledgeable, encouraging, and dedicated to helping students understand and master various instruments, including piano, trumpet, and fiddle. They use a traditional classical instruction approach, incorporating books and a metronome, and provide individualized attention to ensure students progress at their own pace. The owner, Denise, is warm and welcoming, keeping the store clean and well-stocked, and offering snacks and coffee to customers. With fair prices and a reputation built on word of mouth, Atkins Music Center has become a staple in the community, serving multiple generations of music enthusiasts.
For the last 4 years I have been going to piano lessons taught by Josh at Atkins. Josh is a really cool guy and even better teacher. He is great with the other kids too. He always takes the time to make sure we play right, and understand why we do that way. He teaches from one main set of books, however does include other books to practice and play from. I find this way of teaching works great for me and many others. He knows a ton about what seems like every musician ever. Actually, he’s very knowledgeable in every aspect of music. He understands and teaches everything about the piano. I’ve learned so much from Josh and will always appreciate taking lessons from...read full review
I can’t say enough great things about Atkins Music Center. We just moved into town and I have been looking for a place to take my son for trumpet lessons. I started asking around and this is the place that was recommended to me. The first time I call, Denise answers the phone and finds times that will work for my son. She explains how classes work, who my son will be working with and gets us situated for two weeks out. Dane, my sons instructor, is extremely warm, intelligent, and works along side my son very well. He takes special care in how he instructs his students. We are so thankful for Atkins!!
I’ve been going to Atkins music for years now. I have taken both piano and fiddle lessons off the instructors there. The teachers are hardworking, patient and funny. Piano at Atkins is taught as traditional classical instruction with books and a metronome (my bane lol). It requires hard work and lots of practice but it is also a lot of fun. My teacher is very encouraging and we have a great time during lessons. He also holds me accountable and knows when I don’t practice. It was intimidating starting music as an adult student. I never thought I could learn an instrument but the instructor assured me that I wasn’t the oldest student they teach and anyone the puts...read full review