Commentary: Why Music Education Matters More Than Test Scores AloneBased on an article by Keith Wunderlich, originally published at Freep.com At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we’re proud to echo the message shared by Keith Wunderlich, Superintendent of New Haven Community Schools: music education matters—deeply, consistently, and across every student’s learning journey. As Wunderlich highlights, […]
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Brentano String Quartet with Vijay Iyer, piano
Just Spreading the Word – A Must-See Concert from Chamber Music Detroit 
Brentano String Quartet with Vijay Iyer
Seligman Performing Arts Center
Friday, May 8 | 8 PM
chambermusicdetroit.org Since 1992, the Brentano String Quartet has earned acclaim worldwide, now serving as Artists in Residence at Yale University following a 14-year tenure at […]
How to Listen like a Songwriter
Learning to Listen Like a SongwriterCommentary on Nicholas Tozier’s post at NicholasTozier.com At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we often talk about the value of practicing your instrument, refining your technique, and studying theory — but one of the most overlooked (yet most transformative) habits is intentional listening. In a thoughtful piece on his website, songwriter […]
Super Singer Contest
Calling All Young Singers! Enter the 2015 Super Singer ContestAre you a solo artist or part of a vocal duo between the ages of 7 and up? Here’s your chance to shine! Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit are hosting the Super Singer contest — a vocal competition open to talented performers across metro Detroit. This […]
The Voice 2015
Calling All Singers! Audition for The Voice 2015Are you ready to take your talent to the national stage? NBC’s hit show The Voice is holding open call auditions across the country starting June 2015—and they’re looking for solo artists and duos of all genres: pop, rock, R&B, hip-hop, country, blues, indie, Latin, and more. […]
Made in Detroit: Guitars crafted from city ruins
Turning Ruins into Resonance: Detroit Guitars Crafted from Reclaimed WoodCommentary by Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff A recent feature by CBS News spotlights a powerful story of craftsmanship, creativity, and the enduring spirit of Detroit. In a city with more than 70,000 abandoned buildings, one local builder is seeing not decay—but opportunity. Mark Wallace, a […]
Music Classes for Babies and Toddlers in Canton MI
Classes Begin Thursday, April 2nd 2015 Canton Music Together Classes This Spring we’ll jump and jive with “Allee Galloo”, go to the beach with the Spanish “Maria Isabel”, create jazzy rounds with “Hey, Ho, Nobody Home”, dance in asymmetric meter to “Stick Dance” and layer rhythms on the drums with “Drummers Marching”, just to name […]
Big Kids Music Class Age 5 to 7 Thursday April 2nd – June 11th 2015
Let your child explore music! Limited space is available. Sign up today!Music Together Big Kids® is a 60-minute class geared to the interests and abilities of 5-, 6-, and 7-year-olds. The program blends the elements of Music Together that parents and children love with new activities, skills, and challenges that are developmentally appropriate for this […]
How to make your kids smarter
What Really Helps Kids Succeed? Insights from Time.comCommentary by Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we’re always exploring research that supports well-rounded education. A recent article from Time.com highlights 10 evidence-based strategies that help children become more successful — both in and out of the classroom. Here are some key takeaways, […]
How to use Noteflight
Noteflight – A Recommended Tool for Music Notationby Henry Bahrou – Guitarist, Music Theorist, Music Academy Director For musicians and educators looking for a convenient way to create and share sheet music, I highly recommend exploring Noteflight. It’s a browser-based music notation platform that I personally use, and it’s proven to be both user-friendly and […]
Music Together December 2014 Newsletter
Bells will be Ringing in 2015! Join us for the Bells Collection this winter session running January 12 – March 16, 2015. We will gallop with “Trot, Old Joe,” learn an egg shaker passing game from Ghana in “Obwisana,” drum & jive with “Rhythms & Rhymes,” and create beautiful rounds in “The Bells of Westminster” – just to name a few […]
Drummer Carl Palmer Music Hall November 20th 2014
Live in Detroit: Carl Palmer at the Music Hall Don’t miss a rare opportunity to see legendary drummer Carl Palmer live at the Detroit Music Hall. As a founding member of Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP) and ASIA, Palmer is one of rock’s most iconic percussionists. He returns to the stage with Carl Palmer’s ELP […]
New Trumpet Instructor Aaron J.
Explore the Power and Versatility of the Trumpet At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we celebrate the vibrant history and expressive potential of brass instruments—especially the trumpet. Known for its bold tone and wide range, the trumpet is a cornerstone of classical, jazz, funk, and popular music traditions. Whether soaring above a big band or blending […]
Annie Warbucks at the Grosse Pointe Theater
Just Spreading the Word from Grosse Pointe Music Academy! Catch the heartwarming sequel to Annie — Annie Warbucks — presented by Grosse Pointe Theater! The world’s favorite orphan returns in a story filled with charm, music, and a race against time as Daddy Warbucks must marry within 60 days or risk losing Annie. Enjoy […]
Music Together September 2014
September 2014: Fall Semester Starts September 15! Welcome back and Happy Fall! We think everyone is going to LOVE the BONGOS Collection!We will be learning new songs from around the world, including drumming to a traditional African folksong, tapping our sticks to an Irish folk tune, singing a new song in Spanish, and chanting about […]
Camp Concert at Atwater in the Park
Summer Music Camp Concert The Grosse Pointe Music Academy Summer Music Camp will perform it’s end of the week concert on Friday, August 8th from 2:00pm-3pm. The concert will be held at Atwater in the Park; a new family-friendly, neighborhood restaurant and brew pub in Grosse Pointe Park. The food is great so if you’re hungry […]
Rock Band Recital Fail
Rock Band Recital Fail Upon taking the stage, Henry, Grant, Stephen, and Griffin, also known as Rubber Band to the audience of the Grosse Pointe Music Academy Spring Recital, had no idea that their performance would be a viral Internet sensation. Watch this 60-second video to see what all the buzz is about! The song […]
Music Together June 2014
Music Together June 2014: Gallop, March, & Shake This Summer! Summer is not only our favorite time of year because of the beautiful sunshine and warmth, but also because we get to enjoy a compilation of many of our favorite Music Together songs from the different collections. We will be enjoying the “Summer Songs 3” […]
3 String Guitars
Why I Recommend Loog Guitars for Young StudentsBy Henry Bahrou, Director – Grosse Pointe Music Academy What began as a Kickstarter® concept has evolved into a truly impressive product line: the Loog guitar. Originally praised for its simplicity—reducing the guitar to just three strings—Loog guitars have become a game-changer for early music education. I recently […]
Puccini’s Turandot
Puccini’s Turandot: A Visionary Finale to a Legendary CareerShared by Grosse Pointe Music Academy Giacomo Puccini’s Turandot stands as one of opera’s most ambitious and enigmatic works. Begun in 1920 and left unfinished at Puccini’s death in 1924, the opera captures a unique blend of Eastern mysticism, Italian lyricism, and theatrical boldness. Unlike Puccini’s earlier […]