Why Take Music Studio Lessons? Music production is an exciting but complex craft. While listening to a polished track on Spotify or in a film might feel effortless, the behind-the-scenes work to create that final product is anything but simple. Producing music requires a blend of technical skills, creative intuition, and a solid understanding of […]
Music Education
Sports or Music Lessons
Sports vs. Music Lessons: Do You Really Have to Choose? For students balancing school, extracurriculars, and personal time, deciding between sports and music can feel like an either-or decision. But in truth, both activities provide unique — and often complementary — benefits. Shared Benefits While sports and music may seem like opposites, they share several […]
Learn to Play Classical Guitar
Why Learn Classical Guitar? Whether you’re an experienced musician looking to broaden your skill set or a beginner in search of a new challenge, studying classical guitar offers a rewarding and enriching path. It’s a unique discipline that sharpens technique, deepens musical understanding, and opens up new creative possibilities across all genres. A Versatile Repertoire […]
Music Lesson Gift Cards
Give the Gift of Music This Holiday SeasonMusic Lesson Gift Cards from Grosse Pointe Music Academy Looking for a meaningful and memorable gift? Give your family and friends the opportunity to explore their musical interests with Music Lesson Gift Cards—a thoughtful gift that brings joy and lasts a lifetime. 🎁 Available for All Instruments: 🎶 […]
Can Anyone Learn to Sing?
Can Anyone Learn to Sing?Brought to you by the team at Grosse Pointe Music Academy If you love singing along to your favorite songs, humming show tunes, or performing with a school or church choir, voice lessons might be the perfect next step for you. At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we believe that singing is […]
Music Lessons in Plymouth MI
Music Lessons Near Plymouth, MI — Just Minutes Away!Looking for quality music lessons in Plymouth, MI? Canton Music Academy is right around the corner and ready to help you or your child get started on a rewarding musical journey! 📍 Location:Canton Music Academy5880 N. Canton Center Rd, Suite 425Canton, MI 48187 🎶 Instruments We Teach: […]
DJ Course in Detroit
Intro to DJing: What You Can Learn from a DJ CourseGrosse Pointe Music Academy – Detroit Area Info DJing is more than playing songs—it’s an expressive, creative craft that blends music knowledge, rhythm, timing, and technology. While we do not currently offer a DJ course, here’s an overview of what a typical program might cover, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
3rd Annual Downriver Day of Percussion
Grosse Pointe Music Academy – Spreading the Word🎶 3rd Annual Downriver Day of Percussion 🎶Saturday, May 3, 2014Wyandotte Roosevelt High School | 540 Eureka, Wyandotte, MI 48192 Join an incredible day of learning, playing, and networking at the Downriver Day of Percussion, a one-day event designed for school-aged percussionists eager to expand their musical skills […]
Music Together March 2014
Sing! Sing! Singin’ Every Day! Did you know March is “Sing with Your Child” Month? It is, and we have a fun challenge for all of our Hummingbirds Music Together families – can you sing at least once with your children every day in March? Let’s set the goal together and share the fun ways […]
Steve Colucci: Arts are valuable in and of themselves
Grosse Pointe Music Academy CommentaryIn reflection on Steve Colucci’s letter published in the Providence Journal, February 4, 2014 In a thought-provoking commentary originally published by the Providence Journal, writer Steve Colucci responded to a student-written piece defending music education—echoing a concern many arts educators share: Why must we continually justify the arts in terms of […]
Inspiration In The Storm – Using my iPad to express where words fail.
Grosse Pointe Music Academy CommentaryOn Paul Shimmons’ original article “iPad Technology in Music Education” — Posted February 2, 2014, on iPad and Technology in Music Education At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we’re always inspired by educators like Paul Shimmons, who showcase the powerful role that technology—specifically iPads and apps—can play in modern music education. In […]
Richard Gill The Value of Music Education
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary on Richard Gill’s TEDx TalkInspired by Richard Gill’s 2011 TEDxSydney presentationOriginally presented at TEDxSydney In his passionate TEDxSydney talk, renowned Australian music educator Richard Gill delivered a compelling case for music as an essential tool for sparking creativity and imagination. Rather than focusing solely on consuming music, Gill emphasized the […]
Rock band making noise about dwindling music programs
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary on Music Education and The Darcys’ School TourBased on reporting by Roger Belgrave, Brampton Guardian Toronto-based band The Darcys is doing more than just performing their signature art rock—they’re championing the importance of music in schools. As reported by Roger Belgrave of the Brampton Guardian, the band’s Play In School […]
How music education boosts learning
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary: How Music Supports Early Learning At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we’ve long seen the transformative role music plays in childhood development — and modern research continues to support this. Here are three key ways music can enhance learning and growth in children: 1. Music Stimulates Brain DevelopmentWhen children engage with […]
KU research establishes link between music education, academic achievement
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary on KU Study: A major study out of the University of Kansas confirms what music educators have long believed: students who participate in music programs perform better across the board — in academics, attendance, graduation rates, and even discipline. Led by Dr. Christopher Johnson and Becky Eason, the research analyzed […]