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If there’s one thing I’ve learned in nearly two decades of teaching, it’s this: Music changes people . Sometimes slowly, sometimes all at once, but always in a way that stays with you. Playback Music School was built because of my students. Their stories, their courage, their frustrations, their breakthroughs. These are the things that shaped this school long before the walls existed. Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone picking up music again after many years, Playb

If you’ve ever tried learning music on your own, you’ll know this feeling: You practice in your room. You second-guess everything. You wonder if you’re improving… or just embarrassing yourself. And the moment someone even mentions the idea of singing in front of others? Your brain screams NOPE. That’s why community matters, especially in music. Music was never meant to be learned alone. It grows through connection, by means of being heard, being supported, and supporting o

At Playback Music School, we’ve always believed in one thing: Anyone can grow. Music is for everyone. And the journey is always sweeter when you’re surrounded by a community that feels like home. Over the years, I’ve been blessed to teach hundreds of students, some who stayed for months, many who stayed for years, and a handful who have grown into friends and memories I cherish deeply. These are some of their stories. Not the “overnight success” type, but the real ones, slow,