Are you ready to make Summer 2025 the most musical and memorable one yet? At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, our Summer Music Camp 2025 is the ultimate opportunity for young musicians to develop their skills, explore new instruments, and perform in front of a live audience! Why Choose Grosse Pointe Music Academy’s Summer Camp? Our […]
Group Programs
Adult Rock Band Class – Rock, Blues and Brews
Grosse Pointe Music Academy is excited to announce the launch of our highly anticipated “Rock, Blues and Brews” class, starting this September. This unique evening class is designed for adults who play guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, and drums, offering a perfect blend of learning and socializing in a relaxed environment. Class Overview Starting on September […]
Music Together Fall 2024 Classes
Join Us for the 2024 Fall Semester of Music Together at Grosse Pointe Music Academy! We are excited to announce the upcoming 2024 Fall Semester for Music Together at Grosse Pointe Music Academy! This fall, join us for the enchanting Fiddle Song Collection, where you and your child will explore twenty-five beloved Music Together songs […]
Summer Guitar Camps 2023
Are you looking for an exciting way to improve your guitar skills this summer? Look no further than Grosse Pointe Music Academy’s Summer Guitar Camps 2023! Our beginner Guitar Camp is perfect for those who are just starting out on their guitar journey. Join us from June 19th to the 23rd and learn the basics […]
Group Piano Lessons
🎹 Group Piano Classes at Grosse Pointe Music Academy Looking for a fun and supportive way to learn piano? Group piano classes at Grosse Pointe Music Academy offer students of all ages a chance to develop musical skills while learning in a collaborative environment. Whether you’re brand new to piano or already have some experience, […]
Group Violin Classes
🎻 Group Violin Classes at Grosse Pointe Music Academy Looking for a fun, enriching way to complement your private violin lessons? Join our monthly group violin classes at Grosse Pointe Music Academy! These sessions are perfect for students with at least 4 months of prior experience who are ready to grow their ensemble skills in […]
Music Together Winter 2022
Join us for the Drum Song Collection this Winter!This upcoming Music Together Winter 2022 session, your little ones will love jumping and hiding in “John the Rabbit” and “Sneak and Peek.” You’ll all be mesmerized by the beautiful lullaby, “Arroró, mi niño” and enjoy the catchy rhythms of “Jim Jam Drummer.” In addition to ten […]
Why Music Together?
Defining our “Why” Welcome back to another terrific Music Together semester, families! This fall we will explore the Bongoscollection, which includes many well-loved favorites (think “She’ll Be Comin’ Round the Mountain),fascinating “mouth music” from the Irish culture, and beautiful songs for layering harmonies like “CanoeSong”. How many of you sang “My paddle’s keen and bright, […]
December 2013 News Music Together
Thankful for 2013, Excited for 2014! Thank you for choosing to be part of the Hummingbirds Music Together program in 2013! Most importantly, thank you parents for being powerful role models in helping your children grow and develop musically and choosing to do so with Hummingbirds Music Together! We look forward to singing in 2014 […]
Guitar Classes for Guitar Ensemble
🎸 Attention Guitarists! Guitar Ensemble Classes Now Offered at Grosse Pointe Music Academy Whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years, our Guitar Ensemble classes are a fantastic way to grow as a musician and collaborate with fellow players. Guitarists often miss out on ensemble experiences found in traditional school bands and […]
Am I ready for Rock Band Class?
Rock Band classes are small group lessons — typically three to five students — where musicians learn to play together rhythmically, develop performance skills, and build the teamwork necessary for successful group playing. An experienced teacher leads the class, offering individual coaching on instruments and providing objective feedback to help the group function as a […]
Taking Music Lessons with your son or daughter
Many people ask us if they can take music lessons alongside their son or daughter. Most often, these requests come for guitar or piano lessons, though sometimes for other instruments as well. Taking lessons together can be an excellent bonding experience, especially for beginners. Children are often deeply inspired by watching their parents play music. […]
Infants and Learning Music
Why Singing to Babies Matters — Even Before They’re Born Today, it’s widely understood that babies start hearing sounds as early as the fourth month in utero, and they particularly respond to low-pitched sounds. Scientific research is revealing just how much early exposure to music shapes a baby’s development — even before birth. Studies like […]
Group Lessons or Private Lessons???
Group Music ClassesGroup music instruction is an excellent option for beginners who want to build a strong foundation on their instrument before committing to private lessons. While private lessons naturally offer more individualized attention, group classes are a fun, affordable, and highly effective way for newcomers to get started. Currently, Grosse Pointe Music Academy offers […]
About The Detroit Concert Choir
The Detroit Concert Choir (DCC), led by Artistic Director Gordon Nelson, is an internationally recognized vocal ensemble celebrated for its artistic excellence and cultural contributions. Now in its 24th season, the DCC brings a rich and diverse repertoire to audiences, spanning contemporary a cappella works, American folk and gospel traditions, and major masterworks for chorus […]
Why Cutting Music Education Hurts Students (and Why the “Math and Science” Argument Doesn’t Hold Up)
In recent years, many U.S. schools have drastically reduced or eliminated music programs to focus more heavily on math and science, citing fears that America’s international education rankings are slipping. But a closer look at the data challenges this narrative. According to the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), the countries that consistently lead global […]
Rock Band Classes
Grosse Pointe Music Academy: Rock Band Classes Do you want to learn how to play in a band? Grosse Pointe Music Academy offers rock band classes for students of all ages and skill levels. Our experienced instructors will teach you the basics of playing in a band, including how to read music, how to play […]
Introducing Music Together
Music Together is an internationally recognized program designed to bring the joy of music education to young children and their families. Offered for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students, the program also welcomes adults who love sharing music with children. Since its introduction in 1987, Music Together has expanded worldwide, becoming a trusted […]
Guitar Ensemble Classes
Grosse Pointe Music Academy is excited to offer Guitar Ensemble classes for students of all ages and experience levels. Playing in an ensemble is a valuable way for guitarists to improve their timing, listening skills, and overall musicianship. Participants will learn to perform as part of a group, following arrangements and blending their sound with […]
Exploring Group Guitar Classes for Children in Detroit
Exploring Group Guitar Classes for Children in Detroit When we think about inspiring guitarists like Peppino D’Agostino—whose fingerstyle mastery brings together influences from classical, jazz, and world music—we’re reminded of the incredible versatility and creativity that the guitar allows. While D’Agostino’s style may be advanced, the path to musical growth starts early, and it’s never […]