ANNOUNCEMENTS/NEWS
IT'S MOVING TIME!
Master of Music in Music Education
Master of Music in Music Education
YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST!!! The studio is moving! The firehouse was a great endeavor and I am so thankful for my time to be able to pour into a piece of Ellisville's history. More information about the move will be available at the beginning of September 2022. The new address is:
602 S Court St.
Ellisville, MS 39437
Master of Music in Music Education
Master of Music in Music Education
Master of Music in Music Education
FINISHED - FINALLY!!!
Austin is excited to announce the completion of his Master of Music Degree in Music Education from the University of Mobile!
Perkins stated," I have become a better teacher, musician, and person because of my time at the University of Mobile. God helped me every step of the way!"
*** Picture above: University President, Dr. Lonnie Burnett and Austin Perkins, M.M. Ed.
SUMMER SERIES IS BACK!
Master of Music in Music Education
RAISING VOICES IN ELLISVILLE, MS
Summer Series Voice begins JUNE 6, 2022! Lessons will be scheduled sporadically throughout the summer with workshop opportunities placed specifically to prepare for our studio recital in August 2022. Spots are available through the "appointments" section of this site. All new students will be required to schedule a Vocal Consultation before starting lessons. All students must pay a $50 Fee by June 3, 2022!
RAISING VOICES IN ELLISVILLE, MS
RAISING VOICES IN ELLISVILLE, MS
RAISING VOICES IN ELLISVILLE, MS
Student, Meredith Ford, sings during a vocal lesson with Austin Allen Perkins while he instructs and accompanies her on the piano at his studio in Ellisville, MS.
Article and Pictures by Cam Bonelli - Laurel Leader Call
Mississippi Magazine Feature
RAISING VOICES IN ELLISVILLE, MS
Mississippi Magazine Feature
Austin Perkins Vocal Studio was featured in the March 2022 edition of Mississippi Magazine!
Perkins was interviewed about his career, how he started his business, and how he works with each student individually. He was quoted stating," I wanted to bring some musical culture back to small-town Mississippi because music is at the root of who we are"
AEE Honors Past MS Scholars
RAISING VOICES IN ELLISVILLE, MS
Mississippi Magazine Feature
AEE WHERE ARE THEY NOW - Austin Perkins
The Association for Excellence in Education "Where Are They Now" features former Mississippi Scholars/Tech Master Scholars on what they are doing since graduating from high school. AEE would like to recognize these former students and update the public on what they have accomplished. To see the full article, click the link below or visit the AEE Facebook Page.
RIBBON CUTTING/OPEN HOUSE 7.19.21
The Vision
Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting
Vocal Coach, Austin Perkins, explained his vision for the studio. "I wanted to influence the Arts and Music Culture in Jones County in a new way! I want to help students cultivate their gifts to honor God."
Pictured: Teri Myers presenting Austin with his first dollar of clear profit from the Jones County Chamber of Commerce.
Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting
The Vocal Studio Ribbon Cutting Ceremony had a great turn out with friends, family, and many local, special guests: Mayor of Ellisville, Lynn Buckhaults, Alderman at Large, Ola Mitchell, Minister of Music at FBC Laurel, Jonathan Mckenzie, Miss Jones County, Caidyn Crowder, Ellisville's Miss Hospitality, Keely Skellion, Jones County School Board President, Lester Boyles, and Owner of Historic Ward's Pharmacy, Nikki Walters
The Studio - Reviving History
The Studio - Reviving History
The Studio - Reviving History
The Old Fire House
When I walked in the door for the first time, I knew this was where God wanted me to start my studio. We started renovations with building a wall to separate the old Fire Engine Bay from the more usable space of the studio. Mayor of Ellisville, Lynn Buckhaults, made sure I had everything I needed to be successful — He and his team put the skeleton of the wall up in no time. My Uncle, Barry Parrish, offered his carpentry and electrician skills and we furnished the white-washed, 12x12 planks you see here today. The floors of the studio were bare concrete. I acid washed them, scrubbed out the old paint and grease from the Fire Station Days — TALK ABOUT WORK! I purchased Garage Floor Finishing Kits and completed the floor over a 5 day period. I wanted colors that would be relevant today but that also added to the character of this amazing building.
The Vocal Tribe
The Studio - Reviving History
The Studio - Reviving History
One of the most important jobs I have is teaching 12-18 year-olds how to develop and use their God-given talents. In voice lessons, we work on body alignment, breath control and support, classical and belting styles of voice, and how to be a more accurate and overall better performer.
I am so fortunate to work with students from South Jones, West Jones, Northeast Jones, Laurel Christian High School, Oak Grove, Petal, Jones College, and my virtual students from North Mississippi, Alabama, and Las Vegas, NV. These kids make what I do so much fun and I thank God for their hard work and their dedication!