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Music Lessons in Troy, MI
The J-RO School of Music
Become the Confident Musician
You Want to Be!
(Click here to get a gift certificate for a family or friend)
Music Lessons in Troy, MI
The J-RO School of Music
Become the Confident Musician
You Want to Be!
(Click here to get a gift certificate for a family or friend)
If you want to play or sing songs you love with confidence,
then click the button above to get started with piano, voice, and guitar lessons in Troy, MI.
*We also offer music lessons online through Zoom!*
Click the red button above to schedule a free assessment lesson!
(Click here to get a gift certificate for a family or friend)
then click the button above to get started with piano, voice, and guitar lessons in Troy, MI.
*We also offer music lessons online through Zoom!*
Click the red button above to schedule a free assessment lesson!
(Click here to get a gift certificate for a family or friend)
J-RO owner and lead instructor, Josh, made a message for you!
Learn Piano, Voice, and Guitar!
Music Lessons For Adults, Teens & Kids
For Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced,
& Professional Musicians
Learn At Our Studio Or Learn Online
4084 John R Troy, MI 48085
We offer 1-on-1 and small group instruction to help you fulfill your musical dreams.
If you want to succeed in music as a hobby, passion, or profitable profession without wasting time or money, we can help you!
If you want to enjoy lessons at our local studio OR online from the comfort of your own home, we can help you!
I help ordinary people become the confident musicians they want to be!
Click the blue button below to get started!
Music Lessons For Adults, Teens & Kids
For Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced,
& Professional Musicians
Learn At Our Studio Or Learn Online
4084 John R Troy, MI 48085
We offer 1-on-1 and small group instruction to help you fulfill your musical dreams.
If you want to succeed in music as a hobby, passion, or profitable profession without wasting time or money, we can help you!
If you want to enjoy lessons at our local studio OR online from the comfort of your own home, we can help you!
I help ordinary people become the confident musicians they want to be!
Click the blue button below to get started!
Come for a free assessment lesson at our local studio at:
4084 John R Rd. Troy, MI
(We offer online lessons via Zoom; however, we request you come in person for your free assessment lesson)
The J-RO School of Music is located on John R Rd. between Long Lake and Wattles near St. Anastasia and Athens High School.
Click The Blue Button Above To Get A Free Assessment Lesson
Or Call (248) 609-9695
Scroll Below to Hear What Our Students Have to Say!
4084 John R Rd. Troy, MI
(We offer online lessons via Zoom; however, we request you come in person for your free assessment lesson)
The J-RO School of Music is located on John R Rd. between Long Lake and Wattles near St. Anastasia and Athens High School.
Click The Blue Button Above To Get A Free Assessment Lesson
Or Call (248) 609-9695
Scroll Below to Hear What Our Students Have to Say!
Hear What Our Piano, Voice, and Guitar Students Have to Say
Voice Student, Katie Redmond Performs Take On Me
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Voice Student - Jess Performs "Time"
Piano Student - Sidharth Performs "Fur Elise"
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Piano Student - Tod Performs "Minute Waltz"
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Guitar Student - Chris Performs "Time of Your Life"
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Past & Upcoming J-RO School of Music Events Near You:
- Summer Open House Performance - Saturday, August 6, 2022 @ 6:30pm-8:30pm at J-RO School of Music
- Summer Student Showcase - Sunday, August 7, 2022 @ 6:30pm at St. Anastasia in Troy
- Troy Farmer's Market Fridays @ 12-5pm
- Fall Open House - at J-RO School of Music in Troy, MI - Date TBA
- See the J-RO Calendar Here
J-RO School of Music Awards:
We are so thankful for our students who have helped us earn the honor as a top music school in Troy and Metro-Detroit!
We are so thankful for our students who have helped us earn the honor as a top music school in Troy and Metro-Detroit!
Guitar Lessons
You will never need to miss a lesson again since you can easily reschedule your lessons when you travel or are sick OR you can choose to come in for an online lesson from wherever you are regardless of how you feel.
- Become a confident guitarist!
- Learn to play your favorite songs on acoustic guitar, electric guitar, or ukulele with ease.
- Learn fun techniques such as fingerpicking, improvisation, strumming, chords, and soloing that will make you sound like a real guitar hero!
- Lessons help students read music, play by ear, improvise, play chords, perform and more!
- Become a confident pianist!
- Learn to play your favorite classical, pop, rock, or worship songs with confidence and excellent technique.
- Lessons help students read music, play by ear, improvise, play chords, perform and more!
- Become a confident singer!
- Expand your range, master pitch, style, and sing with confidence.
- Lessons help students read music, sing by ear, improvise, expand their range, gain power and control, perform and more!
You will never need to miss a lesson again since you can easily reschedule your lessons when you travel or are sick OR you can choose to come in for an online lesson from wherever you are regardless of how you feel.
The J-RO School of Music Can Help You!
Josh Ross - Piano, Voice & Guitar Instructor, Coach, & Mentor
Do you have a child that wants to play music and are not quite sure how to help them start?
Are you an adult who wants to sing or play music but are afraid that it is too late for you?
Are you just starting out and don't know where to begin?
Are you frustrated with learning your instrument?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions read on...We have a solution for you. Hi, my name is Josh Ross, and at the J-RO School of Music, I specialize in making YOUR musical dreams a reality.
Whether you want to sing with confidence, play guitar, or play piano, I can help you. The J-RO School of Music has been rated best place in Metro-Detroit to receive voice, guitar, and piano lessons
I have students ranging from 6 to age 85, and I believe that if you are willing to learn, then NOW is the best time to start making your musical dreams come true.
For the past decade, I have helped my students become excellent musicians, reach their musical goals, and have fun along the way.
Come for a free assessment lesson at our new studio at 4084 John R Rd Troy, MI. The J-RO School of Music is located on John R Rd across from Athens High School.
Click the button below to receive your FREE Assessment Lesson and start becoming the confident musician you always wanted to be!
Are you an adult who wants to sing or play music but are afraid that it is too late for you?
Are you just starting out and don't know where to begin?
Are you frustrated with learning your instrument?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions read on...We have a solution for you. Hi, my name is Josh Ross, and at the J-RO School of Music, I specialize in making YOUR musical dreams a reality.
Whether you want to sing with confidence, play guitar, or play piano, I can help you. The J-RO School of Music has been rated best place in Metro-Detroit to receive voice, guitar, and piano lessons
I have students ranging from 6 to age 85, and I believe that if you are willing to learn, then NOW is the best time to start making your musical dreams come true.
For the past decade, I have helped my students become excellent musicians, reach their musical goals, and have fun along the way.
Come for a free assessment lesson at our new studio at 4084 John R Rd Troy, MI. The J-RO School of Music is located on John R Rd across from Athens High School.
Click the button below to receive your FREE Assessment Lesson and start becoming the confident musician you always wanted to be!
The J-RO School of Music serves students from Troy, Rochester, Birmingham, Sterling Heights, Royal Oak, Clawson, Warren, Bloomfield Hills, Beverly Hills, Ferndale, Flint, Windsor, throughout Oakland County,
and now we serve students all over the world thanks to online lessons via Zoom.
and now we serve students all over the world thanks to online lessons via Zoom.
See What Our Students Have to Say
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"I have been taking piano lessons for two years. I like that I can play for family and friends. It's fun to learn new songs, practice them to make them sound better, and to add your own twist." ~David Student Since March 2015 |
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"You progress a lot faster in lessons than on your own. I have learned a lot of piano songs in just eight months and have found all types of songs and styles to learn." ~Brandon Student Since Jan 2017 |
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"Singing lessons have helped me improve my voice, increase my confidence, and get over my stage fright." ~Maya Student Since May 2016 |
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"I have been taking singing lessons for two and a half years and have learned a lot of tips and tricks to improve my voice and express myself. I also made friends with the other students and enjoy watching them perform." ~Alyssa Student Since October 2014 |
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"I have always wanted to learn guitar since I was a little boy, and now my dream is coming true. I enjoy learning the chords, fingerpicking, strumming, rhythm, and learning new songs step by step." ~Bob Student Since May 2016 |
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"I enjoy playing guitar and I like the challenge of learning new chords and songs. I am also learning to play my favorite songs." ~Joyson Student since May 2017 |
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"I enjoy music, and learning guitar relaxes me." ~Alyssa Voice And Guitar Student Since September 2016 |
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"I like learning new songs, learning chords, and new techniques. I love playing my guitar with other people and at home." ~Liam Student since March 2016 |
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"Our daughter has taken lessons with Josh for the past year and it's been a great experience. He is flexible with both your learning style and schedule. In the past we have had difficulty finding a good teacher, but we would recommend Josh to anyone, and he's inspired our daughter.
~Rob & Hannah B. Rochester, MI
~Rob & Hannah B. Rochester, MI
"Josh has been teaching guitar and piano to our kids for two years. He is enthusiastic, creative, and hard working. The kids enjoy his lessons. They think that he is "cool" and they have
learned a lot." ~Brian & Megan H. Ann Arbor, MI |
"I recently started taking guitar lessons with Josh and it's been a great experience. He is flexible with both your learning style and schedule. In the past I have had difficulty finding a good teacher, but I would recommend Josh to anyone, and he's inspired me to start piano as well. Thanks!"
~Kate B. Rochester, MI |
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J-RO School of Music Named "Best of 2016"
The J-RO School of Music was recognized as one of the "Best of 2016" music schools for the second year in a row based on positive reviews and feedback from our students. Though we are humbled to win this award, above all, we are committed to empowering our students to be the best people and musicians they can be while having fun. |
Learn from a Proven System Customized for YOU
You will benefit from a proven system that is designed to get you results while keeping lessons enjoyable and relaxed. Through nearly a decade of teaching and performing, I have discovered a fun way to empower my students to learn FASTER while practicing LESS. By applying the world renowned economic principle of the 80/20 rule to music, my students began to reach their musical goals in months rather than years. This approach revitalized the learning process and made practice more focused and fun.
During the first lesson you will be playing/singing a song with confidence
As Student You Will Learn How to:
In addition to teaching music itself, if and when you want to pursue music professionally as a career, you can learn the following:
Career Topics
Guitar Lessons
What You Get:
- Master any classical, pop, rock, musical theatre, or worship song
- Become an exceptional musician
- Accomplish whatever you can dream in music and in life
In addition to teaching music itself, if and when you want to pursue music professionally as a career, you can learn the following:
Career Topics
- Make a living in music
- Record your own demo or CD
- Get a record deal vs. be an independent artist
- Identify your target audience
- Join a Band or Go Solo - The ins and outs of starting or joining a band and challenges of managing a band or solo career
Guitar Lessons
What You Get:
- Easy-to-follow lesson plan based on your goals, and preferences as a guitarist
- Fast Results that will save you time, frustration and money
- Superior teaching methods that will incorporate actual songs from your favorite artists
- Track your progress through recordings of your playing
- Access to master classes and performance opportunities with other students your age
- Access to our exclusive student community to interact with and meet other students
- Music lessons that you can’t experience anywhere else in Metro-Detroit or Oakland County
- Use a simple technique that will help you to play thousands of songs
- Play numerous styles including pop, rock, traditional, reggae, and more
- Play and perform with other musicians
- Make better use of your practice time so you can accomplish 3x as much in half the time
- Write your own full-length songs
- Create your own memorable guitar solos
- Read guitar tabs like a pro
- Play guitar with a full rock band
- And most importantly...
- Have fun while learning & playing guitar
"If you ever felt intimidated by the guitar, Josh will provide you with a solid introduction to the instrument. After the first lesson, you will already be able to play! You will leave each day with a smile on your face."
Mike M. Ann Arbor, MI
Mike M. Ann Arbor, MI
"Josh is passionate. Josh is excited about his students learning how to play the guitar the right way. Josh is compassionate, and patient. I appreciate the fact that I can rely on Josh as a teacher to listen, and to keep me moving forward. Great investment in your future. Keep up the great work, Josh!!" :)
Cheron B. Southfield, MI
Cheron B. Southfield, MI
Josh is patient and thorough...great for a beginner like me. I am coming twice a week and am so excited to come to lessons. I only wish I had time to come more often! Hopefully, I will.
Paul T. Royal Oak, MI
Voice Lessons
What You Get:
- Fast Results that will save you time, frustration and money
- Easy to follow vocal exercises and techniques specifically designed for your unique voice and your goals
- Superior teaching methods that will incorporate actual songs from your favorite artists
- Track your progress
- Access to master classes and performance opportunities with other students your age
- Access to our exclusive student community to interact with and meet other students
- Music lessons that you can’t experience anywhere else in Metro-Detroit or Oakland County
- Expand your singing range so you can sing almost any song
- Sing your favorite songs with confidence and impress your friends
- Project your voice for any setting so you can be heard without straining
- Sing in perfect pitch every time (now you will never need autotune)
- Sight read music to you can learn any song in minutes
- Bring songs to life with authentic emotion so you can blow audiences away
- Sing better than anyone else and reach your ultimate music goals
- Sing Solo or with a group so you can excel in any vocal endeavor
- Harmonize with others and experience the joy of blending voices
- Find your unique voice so you can rock any performance!
Josh has a very warm, inviting and professional personality. I was scared to death of taking singing lessons but I decided to face my fears and just do it. Josh made the environment very comfortable. He was very patient, not judgmental, very informative. He helped me establish goals with my lessons and I could not be more excited to see where this journey takes me. Thanks again Josh!
Rachel W. Sterling, Heights, MI |
Love Josh! He is great! Works very well with my son who has never had any lessons prior. He has also been a great male role model for Tyler, and has inspired him, not only to become a better singer, but also to become a better person. Great experience!
Theresa B. Oak Park, MI |
Piano Lessons
What You Get:
- Fast Results that will save you time, frustration and money
- Superior teaching methods that will incorporate actual songs from your favorite artists
- Track your progress through recordings of your playing
- Access to master classes and performance opportunities with other students your age
- Access to our exclusive student community to interact with and meet other students
- A music lesson experience that you can’t find anywhere else in Metro-Detroit, Oakland County, or in the world.
- Use a simple technique that will help you to play thousands of songs
- Play numerous styles including pop, rock, traditional, reggae, and more
- Play and perform with other musicians
- Make better use of your practice time so you can accomplish 3x as much in half the time
- Write your own full-length songs
- Create your own memorable piano solos
- Read sheet music like a pro
- Play piano with a full band
- And most importantly... Have fun while learning & playing piano
I simply love learning piano! I have always wanted to learn, and finally got the opportunity to later in life. I have already started playing several songs from memory, which is wonderful!
Josie S Birmingham, MI
Josie S Birmingham, MI
"My sons really enjoy lessons, and are learning much quicker than I imagined! They only started 4 months ago and are already learning to play Fur Elise and other intricate songs"
Jason Chen Troy, MI
Jason Chen Troy, MI
"Just from 1 week at Josh's summer music program my daughter is enjoying her piano playing again and feels she can play a song she was actually working on before camp with her piano teacher better now after just 1 week than all the time her teacher spent with her on it. Suffice to say, Josh is her instructor now!"
Jenna S. Troy, MI
Jenna S. Troy, MI
Disclaimer:
1. These lessons are not for everyone. Here are three questions to determine if this is for you.
A. Do you want to play/sing pop, rock, folk, worship, classical or musical theatre music?
B. Are you willing to practice and do what it takes to learn music while having fun?
C. Are you willing to trust an experienced instructor who has trained hundreds of students?
***If you answered yes to all of these questions, then this may be the place for you.
2. I’m exclusive. I have an incredibly high success rate because I only work with students that are truly excited about music.
3. Cancellation policy: 24 hour notice is required to avoid paying for a same day cancellation.
4. As a student, you will receive customized instruction tailored to your needs and desires that will save you years of frustration and thousands of dollars in the long run.
1. These lessons are not for everyone. Here are three questions to determine if this is for you.
A. Do you want to play/sing pop, rock, folk, worship, classical or musical theatre music?
B. Are you willing to practice and do what it takes to learn music while having fun?
C. Are you willing to trust an experienced instructor who has trained hundreds of students?
***If you answered yes to all of these questions, then this may be the place for you.
2. I’m exclusive. I have an incredibly high success rate because I only work with students that are truly excited about music.
3. Cancellation policy: 24 hour notice is required to avoid paying for a same day cancellation.
4. As a student, you will receive customized instruction tailored to your needs and desires that will save you years of frustration and thousands of dollars in the long run.
Get Started Today!
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6. How to Overcome Overwhelm
7. 3 Critical Mistakes That Keep You From Becoming A Better Guitarist
8. How To Read Guitar Tablature in 3 Easy Steps
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10. How to Hold a Guitar Pick
11. How to Kill Self-Doubt
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J-RO School of Music:
Become the Confident Musician You Want to Be!
Enjoy piano, voice, and guitar lessons in Troy, MI
We Serve Metro-Detroit, Troy, Sterling Heights, and now around the globe with online music lessons!
Become the Confident Musician You Want to Be!
Enjoy piano, voice, and guitar lessons in Troy, MI
We Serve Metro-Detroit, Troy, Sterling Heights, and now around the globe with online music lessons!
If Any of These Keywords Apply To You, We Can Help You!
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Perform On Youtube
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J-RO Voice and Songwriting Student, Amritha Sings Nothing Breaks Like A Heart
Locations We Serve:
Although we can serve anyone in the world through online Zoom music lessons, we find that the majority of our students prefer to come in person.
And although some of our students drive a long distance to come for music lessons, most of our students love the fact that we are within 10-20 miles of their home.
Although we can serve anyone in the world through online Zoom music lessons, we find that the majority of our students prefer to come in person.
And although some of our students drive a long distance to come for music lessons, most of our students love the fact that we are within 10-20 miles of their home.
J-RO Voice Student, Keila plays Romanos 5, and shares her experience at J-RO
