Since opening its doors in August 2025, the Sienna School of Music has surpassed expectations by enrolling over 250 students—more than double the typical industry benchmark for a new music school, co-founder Nick Evangelista said.

He said this milestone is due to the support of the local community.

"We get referrals nonstop, every week,” he said. “We do marketing too, of course, but word of mouth has been huge for us."

The history

The Sienna School of Music is a sister campus to Pearland School of Music, which was also co-founded by Evangelista and his wife, Kristen, in 2017.


After temporarily closing due to Hurricane Harvey, the Pearland location eventually found a new home in the Pearland Town Center, where it now serves between 500 and 600 students depending on the season, Evangelista said.

As Pearland reached capacity, he said the couple decided to bring their music education model to a Sienna, where they had laid their roots.

“We thought, ‘Where else needs a music school?’ And since we moved to Missouri City, we said, 'Let’s start one here,” he said.
Students can take piano, guitar, drums, bass, flute, violin, cello and ukulele and vocal lessons.(Courtesy Sienna School of Music)
Students can take piano, guitar, drums, bass, flute, violin, cello and ukulele and vocal lessons.(Courtesy Sienna School of Music)


What it offers


The family-owned business teaches students to play piano, guitar, drums, bass, flute, violin, cello and ukulele, per the website. Additionally, vocal lessons are available.

Evangelista said since opening in Missouri City, the school has seen a growing demand for lessons tailored to students with neurodiverse needs and disabilities, including those on the autism spectrum, with attention deficit or who are blind. In response, the school quickly expanded its team by recruiting instructors with specialized training in inclusive music education.

"Music is for everyone, and it’s been so rewarding to watch all of our students grow and thrive,” he said.
Since opening its doors in August 2025, the school has enrolled over 250 students—more than double the typical industry benchmark for a new music school.(Courtesy Sienna School of Music)
Since opening its doors in August 2025, the school has enrolled over 250 students—more than double the typical industry benchmark for a new music school.(Courtesy Sienna School of Music)


Why it matters


Evangelista said one of his joys is watching students perform in recitals throughout the year—moments that showcase their growth and newfound confidence on stage.

“I see the students growing, and they really enjoy the music—that’s what it’s all about,” he said.