Lessonface Open Mic: A Supportive Stage for Every Musician

Performance is an essential part of musical growth. It builds confidence, strengthens technique, and transforms practice into meaningful expression. The Lessonface Open Mic offers students and teachers a welcoming online space to share their music, celebrate accomplishments, and connect with a supportive audience.

Hosted online and free to attend, the Open Mic is designed to make performance accessible, encouraging, and inspiring for musicians of all levels.

Event Overview

Our quarterly Open Mic takes place in the Lessonface online classroom and is hosted by musician and educator Leah Kruszewski. Each session runs for one hour and provides participants with the opportunity to perform for peers, teachers, friends, and family.

Upcoming Sessions

• April 26 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST
• July 26 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST
• October 25 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST

Participants can select their preferred date from the session dropdown menu on the registration page.

The “Join” button becomes available 35 minutes before the event begins, allowing time to log in and prepare.

Who Can Participate?

Our Open Mic event is open to:

• Lessonface students
• Lessonface teachers
• All skill levels and ages
   

Whether performing a first beginner piece or a polished advanced work, participants are welcomed in an atmosphere designed to encourage growth and creativity.

In addition to general recitals, Lessonface also dedicates one recital date per performance week specifically for adult music students, creating a comfortable space tailored to adult learners.

How It Works

Participation is simple:

1. Click “Enroll” on the Open Mic page (top-right corner).
    
2. Select your preferred session.
    
3. Receive access to the online classroom link.
    
4. Join the session on the event day.
    

The Open Mic is fully virtual, allowing performers and audience members to join from anywhere. Friends and family are encouraged to attend by visiting:

Lessonface.com/OpenMic

Audience and Community

The Lessonface Open Mic is a vibrant community event where audience members can watch, interact, and support performers in real time. Hosted by professional musician staff members, each recital is thoughtfully guided to create a warm, welcoming, and respectful environment where performers feel encouraged rather than judged.

This event offers musicians a meaningful opportunity to perform, connect, and grow. Whether stepping onto the virtual stage for the first time or returning to share new accomplishments, participants are met with genuine encouragement and inspiration. Enrollment is free and the stage is set!

About Lessonface

Since 2012, Lessonface has been dedicated to helping students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably. The platform has hosted:

• Over 30,000 students
• More than 2,000 teachers
• Over 500,000 online lessons and classes in music, language, and the arts
   

Our Open Mic reflects Lessonface’s broader mission: building confidence, community, and opportunity through accessible online education.