Thompson Music Studio

08/29/2026

Youth Performance Lab--
I’m opening up a few more spots in a new program through Thompson Music Studio focused specifically on helping young performers grow more confident and comfortable onstage.
It will meet every other week on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:15pm at SPA starting on 9/9 and will focus on skills like:

🎤 Stage presence and confidence
🎭 Acting through a song
🎶 Preparing music for performance
🕺 Movement and physicality onstage
🎙️ Microphone technique
⭐ Audition and performance skills
👏 Connecting with an audience

This isn’t meant to replace private lessons or be another traditional voice class. It’s a place for kids to actually practice performing and develop the skills that can be hard to work on in a one-on-one lesson.

We’ll also work toward occasional performance opportunities throughout the year so they have a chance to put those skills into practice.

*$20/month for current TMS students*
*$35/month for non-students*

I already have a small group formed for the fall and have room for a few more. If you have a child who loves performing, does theatre, takes music lessons, or simply wants to become more confident onstage, send me a message!

Send a message to learn more

08/26/2026

I’m starting an Adult Vocal Ensemble through Thompson Music Studio this fall and am filling spots starting today!

We’ll meet every other Wednesday from 6:15-7:15pm starting next week (9/2). The group will focus on singing in harmony, building ensemble skills, and learning music that’s fun and rewarding to perform. I’m also planning a couple of performance opportunities during the semester.

This is not an auditioned or overly formal choir. It’s meant for adults who enjoy singing and want a chance to make music with other people in a relaxed, encouraging setting.

*Tuition is $40/month.*

If you’re interested or want more information, send me a message!

Send a message to learn more

08/04/2026

Thompson Music Studio is now building the schedule for the upcoming school year!

If you or your child are interested in beginning private music lessons, joining the new Performance Lab, or participating in the Adult Vocal Class, please complete the interest and scheduling form below by **Friday, August 7**:

https://forms.gle/G292Gi7zAiDge1Gu9

Private lessons are available in:

• Voice
• Piano
• Guitar

Lessons may be available at Spotlight Performing Arts or at our home studio in Perrysville. Students can choose from 30, 45, or 60-minute weekly lessons, depending on availability and individual needs.

The form also includes information about:

• Consistent monthly tuition
• The optional youth Performance Lab
• The new Adult Vocal Class
• Available lesson days, times, and locations

I’ll be off August 9–16 for the birth of our son and Bailey’s recovery, and I plan to begin the new school-year schedule the week of August 17. Completing the form does not guarantee an opening, but it will help me determine availability and contact interested families as I finalize the schedule.

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be interested!

Please complete one form for each student by Friday, August 7. I will be away August 9-16 for the birth of our son and Bailey’s recovery. Because I plan to begin the school-year lesson schedule the week of August 17, I need to build the schedule before my time away. Please list every day and time ...

07/30/2026

Fall Group Classes

I’m shaping my lesson schedule for the school year and am considering adding a few group opportunities to Thompson Music Studio. Before I finalize anything, I want to see what kind of interest there is.

1) Performance Lab (Kids)

This would be a weekly class centered around performing. Students would regularly perform for each other, learn how to give and receive constructive feedback, build confidence, improve stage presence, and prepare for recitals, festivals, and other performance opportunities. This would be an affordable add-on for my private lesson students, but I’d also be open to students who don’t currently take lessons with me.

2) Adult Beginner Singing Class

This is for adults who have always wanted to sing but never really had the chance, or who want to get back into music. We’d focus on singing together, learning basic musicianship, and building confidence in a relaxed, encouraging environment. No experience would be necessary.

3) Adult Vocal Ensemble

For more experienced singers who enjoy harmonizing and would like to work toward performances throughout the year.

If any of these sound interesting to you, let me know in the comments or send me a message with:

• Which group you’re interested in
• What day(s) of the week work best
• What time(s) would work best

I’m planning to send out my lesson scheduling forms in a couple of weeks, so your feedback will help me decide what to offer this fall.

Thanks!

05/24/2026

I’m putting my summer lesson schedule together this week. If you or someone you know would like to start lessons or pick back up this summer, please let me know by filling out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM2j5MTC53lBadovuel-3YvFKzlMBsJmzlWtZzzwZVijX6rQ/viewform

Thanks!

04/06/2026

I’ve got a lot of schedule conflicts this month, so I’m opening up extra makeup lesson slots this week.

With auditions coming up for many theatre groups, this is a great time to get in the studio and focus on song work, cuts, confidence, and tightening up technique.

These spots are open to anyone, not just current students.

Use this sheet to grab a time
just type your name in an open slot:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LIKUKn9IZVGU8eu6tPy3v12aiU7Nma8_/edit?usp=drivesdk&ouid=100754464597251943693&rtpof=true&sd=true

Message me if you have any questions or need help choosing a time.

03/03/2026

I’m hosting lessons this Friday for anyone who needs to make up a February lesson; anyone who will miss a lesson in March/April; anyone who wants extra audition prep; non-regulars who are interested in lessons or want audition prep.

Available spots left are 3-3:30 and 4:30-5. If interested please send me a message.

01/02/2026

So far half the people signed up are my students 🤣 the cool part is I prompted NONE of them to enter this, they just signed up because they were 100% confident in the ability they gained from lessons.

I’d be lying if I said I’ve got room on my schedule for more students this semester, but I’m still open to making a few more spots appear if anybody’s interested. Send me a message if so! Thanks to the many people and organizations who have supported my students this past year through scholarships and performance opportunities tailored specifically to them.opo

⭐️AUDITIONS ARE OPEN for Danville's Got Talent: Battle of the Best!⭐️

Please review the available audition dates and times for Danville’s Got Talent 2026: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAF2DA3FEC43-61337647-danvilles #/

If you have a hidden talent in singing, dancing, poetry, or more, now is your chance to showcase your skills for all of Danville to see. Will our newcomers have what it takes to go head-to-head with some of the best performers from Danville’s Got Talent past?

If you have any questions regarding auditions or the event, please contact:
Lindsey Franz
217-431-2317
[email protected]

We can’t wait to see Danville's most talented!🤩

07/19/2025

Sad that the Tilton Music Fest was canceled today because of the storms. We had a great set of solisits ready to perform.

On the good side, am happy that we’re able to give so many kids opportunities to perform on big stages each month. We had 12 kids sing solos last night in front of 40-50 people. And for 3 of those kids, it was their first solo ever! They all did great, not just saying that. Next weekend we’ll be in Covington performing on a big stage.

If you’re interested in lessons this school year, in giving your kids opportunities like these, send me a message.

05/22/2025

Hey everyone! I’m starting summer lesson scheduling. Please fill out by May 24 if interested in summer lessons. (I will not be participating in the D118 grant starting this summer.) Link:

This is a preliminary survey to help plan summer lessons. We are not scheduling yet, this is just to gather availability. Please complete by Saturday May 24, so scheduling can begin that following day.