Grosse Pointe Music Academy Recital – June 8th, 2025 We’re excited for our upcoming student recital on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, hosted at the Grosse Pointe Unitarian Church. This special event showcases the dedication and progress of our music students — from beginners to advanced performers — across a variety of instruments and age groups. […]
Performances
Musical Performance
Why Performing Music Matters While music is often a deeply personal and private pursuit, most musicians—whether hobbyists or professionals—will eventually find themselves in a performance setting. Whether it’s a school band or choir, a community ensemble, a university recital, or a studio showcase, opportunities to perform are a natural part of a musician’s journey. At […]
New Sounds Concert in Grosse Pointe Woods Friday, May 2nd 2023
We are thrilled to announce an exciting evening of New Sounds featuring the talented Marina Stojanovska on piano, and Colin Payne and Natasha Stojanovska as composers. The event will take place on Friday, May 2nd at 7 PM, at the Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church, located at 19950 Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Spring Recital 2014
The Grosse Pointe Music Academy Spring Recital will be held at Pierce Middle School in Grosse Pointe Park on Sunday, June 8th. The first recital session will start at 1:30pm followed by another 2:30 Session. The Canton Location recital will take place at the Plymouth Community Arts Council starting at 5pm on Saturday June 7th. […]
Jazz Cafe Open Mic
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary – Just Spreading the Word Looking to share your talent on stage and connect with Detroit’s music scene? DETEVENTS presents: SPOTLIGHT – The Quarterly Series, an all-ages open mic night at the Jazz Café at the Detroit Music Hall on Wednesday, June 11th, 2014. 🎤 Event Details: This is a […]
Ethan Daniel Davidson
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary – Just Spreading the Word Mark your calendars for May 22 at 8 PM at Jazz Café at The Music Hall, where folk troubadour Ethan Daniel Davidson takes the stage to perform music from his new album, Drawnigh. This latest work weaves together gritty narratives of hardship, spiritual reflection, and […]
The Funk Factor at Detroit Music Hall Jazz Cafe Sat Feb. 22nd 2014
Grosse Pointe Music Academy – Local Event Spotlight We’re always excited to help spread the word about great live music in the Detroit area! If you’re a fan of classic funk and soul with deep Motor City roots, you won’t want to miss this upcoming performance: 🎷 The Funk Factor Live at Jazz Café at […]
Balduck Mountain Ramblers
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary – Celebrating the Balduck Mountain Ramblers’ 30th Anniversary We’re always glad to share news about local music groups keeping traditions alive, and few do it better than the Balduck Mountain Ramblers. This March, they’re celebrating 30 years of Irish-inspired performances with a packed St. Patrick’s month schedule and a brand […]
Kinan Azmeh Quartet
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary – Global Fridays SpotlightShared to promote arts and cultural awareness in Metro Detroit We’re excited to help spread the word about a stunning upcoming performance: clarinetist and composer Kinan Azmeh and the Kinan Azmeh Quartet will be featured in an upcoming Global Fridays concert series. Known internationally for blending Arabic […]
Allee Willis Produces Love Song to Detroit
Grosse Pointe Music Academy CommentaryInspired by original reporting by Alaina McConnell, Metro Times (January 29, 2014)Read the full article at Metro Times Detroit native Allee Willis may not be a household name, but the impact of her work is undeniable. A multi-award-winning songwriter and multimedia artist, Willis is best known for penning iconic hits such […]
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Flash Mob Delights Canton Ikea Shoppers
Patch.com Grosse Pointe Music Academy CommentaryBased on reporting by Nicole Krawcke | Originally published on Patch.com We love when music pops up where you least expect it — like between furniture displays at IKEA! In a wonderfully creative move, about 20 musicians from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra surprised shoppers at IKEA in Canton with a […]
Guitar Passions Tour comes to the Music Hall in Detroit February 18th
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary on Guitar Passions TourOriginally featured at Music Hall Detroit On February 18th, the Detroit Music Hall will host a rare and exceptional performance featuring three internationally celebrated guitarists: Sharon Isbin, Stanley Jordan, and Romero Lubambo. The Guitar Passions Tour unites diverse musical traditions—Latin, Brazilian, classical, and jazz—into one unforgettable evening […]
Fabulous Fifties performed by Michigan Philharmonic February 15th at Village Theater
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary: Step Back into the Fabulous Fifties! Break out the poodle skirts and saddle shoes! The Michigan Philharmonic is bringing the golden era of American pop culture back to life with a special concert titled “Fabulous Fifties,” happening on Saturday, February 15th at 7:30pm at The Village Theater at Cherry Hill […]