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Music is universal. It has infinite variations and levels. There is a style of music to fit everyone's taste. Whether you want to sing jazz standards, play a violin concerto or fiddle tune, play a Chopin prelude on the piano, fingerpick some fiery flamenco guitar, rip an electric guitar solo, or just accompany yourself or others singing, the Academy of Music can help achieve your musical goals.
Here we focus solely on music education. We offer a family-type atmosphere with one-on-one private music lessons and group classes on practically all instruments and voice. Our curriculum includes technique, theory, ear training, sight reading, and improvisational skills. We have an extremely talented and friendly staff of well-educated teachers who are professional musicians. We believe a strong bond between student and teacher is imperative to the learning process. Our instructors are absolutely the best!
WHAT'S NEW AT THE ACADEMY:
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This summer we are featuring Garage Bands, Jam Bands, String Bands, Theory Class and Jazz Band, as well as Lessons!
Barbeque recital is in June. This recital is easy-going and fun. We will have the students perform individually upstairs and then have the bands perform downstairs in the parking lot. Refreshments are available. We did this last year and had a great time. All are welcome whether performing or not.
Private Lessons Piano, Guitar, Violin, Bass Guitar, Voice, Drums, Flute, Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone, Saxophone, Recorder, Viola, Banjo, Mandolin and Theory.
(Weekday as well as weekend times available)
During the summer there are earlier times available for instruction. If anyone would like an earlier lesson time, please ask your teacher for details.
Garage Band Receive expert coaching to achieve the next level in the student’s playing.
All instruments welcome. Ages 8-17.
Times: Tuesdays (2 band time choices) and Saturdays.(2 band time choices)
Cost: $100 per student for four week month.
Requirements: Basic knowledge of your instrument of choice, a willingness & dedication to practice, be prepared for the band session each week and attend each session.
Pre-registration required. This is a 4 week class session, 1 hour per week.
Beginning Chamber Music Looking for violinists, violists and cellists to play in chamber music together; Students need to be able to read music and be at intermediate level of playing (in Suzuki book 2 or better). Players will be grouped with other players at their same ability. Classes begin in June.
Beginning String Band Jam Like Bluegrass and folk music? Learn how to play in a group jam with other string players. Fiddle, Cello, Bass, Guitar & Mandolin students welcome. Students should be at an intermediate level of playing. Classes begin in June.
Vocals Learn how to become a better singer or progress to the next level. Sessions consist of proper breathing and vocal technique, choosing the right song that showcases your voice, ear training, how to audition etc.
Jazz Band with Todd Clickard starts in June, contact us for more information.
Theory Class This class is not instrument specific. The student will learn notation, note value, rhythm and definitions. Time: Wednesdays; all ages welcome
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Please contact us to register.
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Reasons that make
us the best choice for you:
Focus on Teaching Music
All we do is teach music. This leaves us free to specialize in one thing
- providing the highest quality of music instruction.
Experienced Teachers
Our instructors are highly qualified, experienced,
and have extensive performance experience. Most are already teaching in local schools. Most importantly, our instructors
strive to relate their teaching to each individual student's learning style.
All Ages –Beginners to Advanced
Our current students range from 6 years
old to many students in their 60's and 70's. We take care to teach what you want to learn. We strive to make playing music an important and enjoyable part of life for students of all ages and levels.
Private Lessons
Private lessons ensure that the student
has the undivided attention of the teacher and can progress at a personal level.
Group Classes
Since students sometimes feel more comfortable in a group-learning situation, we also offer group classes in Beginning Guitar, Voice, and Ensemble Playing. We keep the classes small, and divide them into 2 sections- one for children and one for adults. They are held in 6-week sessions.
Regular Concerts and Recitals
Recitals and concerts are held at least
twice a year. These provide students with performance experience and build confidence.
Participation in music festivals, competitions and workshops is also available.
Exam Preparation
We offer full training in repertoire,
studies, technique, ear training and sight-reading to prepare classical students
for college entrance exams.
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Monterey Peninsula
Academy of Music
546
Hartnell St. Ste H
(across from the Post Office, and next to Youth Music Monterey)
Monterey, CA 93940
(831)
646–0528
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