A music studio in Palmerton continues to grow not only in numbers, but size, as well.

Prodigy Studios in Palmerton has relocated its business and now operates at 306 Delaware Ave.Owner Tony Oriolo said the studio has operated from its new digs since May 1. Before that, it had been at 415 Delaware Ave."Interest in music had grown, and my business had grown rapidly in the two years, that I was able to go to this much larger location," Oriolo said. "Since, we've had a great influx of new business, new customers; I would attribute it to the move and more visible location."Oriolo said Prodigy Studios teaches music, as well as buys and repairs musical instruments. The business also tunes pianos and offers DJ services as well, he said.The studio teaches guitar lessons, bass guitar lessons, drums, piano, vocal lessons and many other stringed instruments, Oriolo said.He said his clientele comes primarily from Lehighton, Slatington, Jim Thorpe, Tamaqua, Northampton and Whitehall. Lessons are taught to children and adults, Oriolo said."A lot of my students have been with me since I opened (over two years ago)," he said. "The feedback is all positive."Oriolo said he plans to continue to grow his business, and is in the process of installing a recording studio within the year. He also plans to build three more lesson rooms, and also expand his inventory to include not only guitars and guitar supplies, but also drum equipment, keyboards and audio equipment."My goals continue to be teaching the community of Palmerton and surrounding areas, to the best of my ability, music," he said.Hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.Appointments may be made by calling 610-844-8761, or visiting fretprodigy.com.