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:

 

NEW! MPAM welcomes Todd Clickard as our Trumpet, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone & Flute teacher. 

String Band Jam - If you play the fiddle, viola, cello, guitar, bass, mandolin, or drums, come and play in a string band! Students will learn how to jam with other musicians and will get the opportunity to try out other instruments they’re interested in playing. Bluegrass , Old Time and other folk styles will be played. All levels and ages are welcome!  Wednesdays 4:30-6 (pre-registration required)   

                                                       
Beginning Violin and CelloLearn how to play violin in a fun group setting! This class also teaches rhythmic training through movement and how to read music. Ages 7-12. Fridays 12-12:45

Beginning drums: Not sure if your child really wants to play drums? Then this is a good opportunity to get private lessons and find out for sure before investing in a drum set. All you need is a drum pad, sticks, the lessons and a willingness to practice.

NEW! Beginning Jazz Group: Learn chord progressions, scales, and improvisation skills and ensemble abilities. This is for the serious musician (ages 8-17)  SATURDAYS: 11:30-1 Starts July 12, 19 & 26

NEW! Intro to Garage Band Class: Here is a chance to try different instruments- guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, vocals and learn to play in a Rock Band.  No experience necessary, open to girls and boys of all ages. This is conducted in a classroom environment. 3 weeks, 1 Hour class weekly. (Pre-registration required) Band 1: Tuesdays 5-6:30 July 22, 29 and August 12

NEW! Garage Band Intensive: These bands will consist of 2-3 guitarists, 1 bass player, 1 drummer, vocalist(s), possibly a keyboardist/pianist and possibly an additional percussionist (jimbay, conga, hand drums). Receive expert coaching to achieve the next level in the student’s playing.  Requirement: ability to play chords, have knowledge of the basic scales, have a basic understanding of the fret board and a willingness & dedication to practice and be prepared for the band session each week. This is for the serious musician.   This is a 6 week class session, 90 minutes per week. (Pre-registration required)                                           
Band 2: Sundays 2:30-4 Starts July 13, 20 27, August 3, 10 & 17.                                

Band 3: Sundays 4-5:30 Starts July 13, 20 27, August 3, 10 & 17.

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Coming in August : A Benefit Concert for the Scholarship Fund… we will keep you posted.

 

Please contact us to register.