Tonalta School of Music in Port Neches, TX | Music lessons & schools

Tonalta School of Music instructors have extensive experience. Not only are they top-notch musicians, but they are also experts at teaching others.
At Tonalta, from the moment you strum your first chord, sing your first verse, or pound out your first drum fill, you’ll be playing together with others. We've created an exciting and dynamic environment that continually recharges the desire to learn and play music. The truth is, it takes time and practice to succeed and it’s not always easy to maintain a high level of motivation and enthusiasm. Classes at Tonalta are designed to make music interactive and fun. At Tonalta, students interact with others experiencing similar challenges. As we see others succeeding, we learn that we too can succeed. Not only do you receive the finest musical training, but Tonalta serves as your central musical support group, offering much needed inspiration and motivation to the aspiring musician.
The Tonalta Program. The Tonalta method provides a “parallel curriculum” where students learn similar concepts at similar times. For example, beginner keyboard classes are taught the same chords as the beginner guitar classes. At first, students learn with others playing the same instrument. However, very quickly, students can begin playing with others in a band environment.
Opportunities to Perform. Perform early and perform often. At Tonalta, we believe it is important to frequently showcase an artist’s skills. In learning music, rewards need to be as immediate and as tangible as possible. Throughout the year, Tonalta students perform live concerts in Tonalta’s on-site performance stage. Complete with audience seating, professional lighting, and state-of-the-art sound equipment, the performance stage gives students the opportunity to produce live performances in a concert setting.
Meeting times. Unless otherwise noted, classes are 40 minutes in length and meet one time per week with a 5-minute transition period between classes.
Terms. There are three terms each year: spring, summer, and a fall term. In addition, special programs and classes are offered during the summer, and throughout the year.
Skill Levels and Description of Classes. We attempt to group students into classes based on age, skill level, musical preference, etc. Advanced classes generally specialize in different styles of music and/or other specialized skills.
Available Classes. We offer classes on many musical instruments.
Performance groups will be organized each term, after classes begin. Performance groups are considered a separate class and there is a separate charge for participation in performance groups. To be eligible for a performance group, students must be enrolled in a class at Tonalta and must play at a sufficient skill level (as determined by the instructor and Tonalta administration).
Performance Opportunities. All students will have the opportunity to perform.