Google reviewers rate Authentic Music Studios five stars based on twenty-nine reviews, with the owner responding to twenty-one percent of them. Customers highlight vocal and piano instruction that improves vocal range, projection, and stage confidence for students preparing for auditions or theater roles. Recurring themes include patient, tailored teaching, a welcoming studio environment, and consistent progress over multi-year engagements. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 29 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 29 Google reviews (27 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 21% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 4, 2026.
Service: Musician serving Placentia, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
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We read 27 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Nicole is enthusiastic, professional, passionate and a wonderful teacher.”
“Highly recommend to anyone looking for a skilled and encouraging vocal coach!”
“We have had a wonderful experience at Authentic Music Studios!”
“He has learned rather quickly as well, which I'm sure is because he has a great teacher.”
People customers mention
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Molly Hervey3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Molly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
In just a few months with Nicole there was a noticeable difference in how my daughter’s voice projected, it became stronger and on stage she is even more confident! The recital was amazing and Nicole’s skill is evident in the level of mastery from the students.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much for the beautiful compliment. I love what I get to do everyday. I am truly blessed and honored to work with all my students.
Skylar Yiwei Fan5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Skylar has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I took lessons with Miss Nicole for a month to prepare for my university's choir audition. I improved so much within 4-5 lessons that I was able to secure callbacks with little to no prior experience with singing. If you are looking to ace your upcoming auditions or secure your dream role, Miss Nicole is a goal-oriented instructor that will definitely get you there!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much. It is my absolute pleasure.
Brooke White4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brooke has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have had a wonderful experience at Authentic Music Studios! We love Mrs. Nicole! My 13 year old son has been taking lessons for the past 2 years and he has grown so much in his singing ability, stage presence, confidence, and overall performing skills. Since starting vocal lessons, my son has landed a few lead roles in different theater productions he has been in. Couldn’t recommend this place more!!!!
Larisa Taraborrelli5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Larisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We’ve had a wonderful experience with Authentic Music Studio. Nicole has helped my daughter tremendously in preparing for auditions and growing as a singer. Since starting lessons, my daughter’s vocal range and tone have improved significantly, and she’s developed a much better ear for pitch.
What I appreciate most is how she encourages accountability—my daughter is now much more consistent and focused in her practice. Lessons are always productive, supportive, and tailored to her goals.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a skilled and encouraging vocal coach!
Erin Hamilton4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Nicole has been teaching my daughter for many years. She started with piano and then added in vocal lessons. Nicole is enthusiastic, professional, passionate and a wonderful teacher. Her studio is a perfect place to learn and grow for students of all ages and she makes sure all her students feel comfortable while pushing them to grow with each lesson. I recommend Nicole and Authentic Music Studios to all of our friends!
Chris BraunLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've had two kids working with Nicole long before she called it Authentic Music Studios. She has been wonderful for my girls for the past ~8 years, helping them grow from 5 finger piano books to high quality piano and vocal duet performances. She has been great for them, dealing well with their various levels of emotional maturity as they have grown up, with their good days and their bad days.
I highly recommend her.
William Kim4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews William has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our daughter has grown leaps and bounds since starting with Nicole. She takes time to learn her students’ strengths, areas of growth, and really gets to know them as people, which gives a holistic experience that is invaluable for young artists!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Awe... thank you so very much. My pleasure!
Ryan Chang1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My daughter started working with Nicole about a year ago. She had no singing experience and minimal performing experience. Working with Nicole has transformed not just her, but her acting, stage presence, and overall confidence. Nicole provided concrete techniques to improve her projection and presentation for auditions, which helped her secure roles she never had before. Thanks to Nicole’s guidance, my daughter feels much more confident, not only as a performer but as a person. Nicole truly cares about developing her students as a complete artist!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
This feedback truly touches my heart and soul and is absolutly why I do what I do.
Debbie Williams1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Debbie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My son takes singing and acting lessons with Nicole and Ryan and he’s come so far!! They are both amazing teachers who really make the kids reach their full potential! Would highly recommend
Mimi Winston2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mimi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We couldn’t be happier with Ms Nicole! She is incredibly kind, knowledgeable and truly meets the individual needs of her students. She sets high standards and encourages greatness with compassion and grace. My child enjoys every lesson and looks forward to going each week. The progression in vocal range has been amazing — we’ve seen such impressive growth in both confidence and ability. Highly recommend!
