Since 2005, Grosse Pointe Music Academy has been a place where students of all ages come to explore, learn, and grow as musicians. Now in its 21st year and located in Grosse Pointe Woods, the academy has built a reputation for providing high-quality lessons, a friendly and supportive environment, and flexible options for today’s busy families.
With 12 lesson rooms and the ability to schedule multiple family members at the same time, the academy makes learning music convenient. Students can choose from pay-as-you-go lessons, monthly automated payments, or discounted packages. The staff is always ready to assist with scheduling changes, ensuring that lessons remain a stress-free part of family life.
A Wide Range of Lessons and Programs
The academy offers lessons for guitar, piano, voice, drums, violin, ukulele, strings, brass, and woodwinds. Its Music Together early childhood program is especially popular with families who want to introduce music to children from birth to age five. Over the years, Grosse Pointe Music Academy has expanded its offerings, adding more brass and woodwind options, as well as seasonal workshops on songwriting and music production.
Lessons are available to students from toddlers to retirees. Young children are paired with instructors who have a gift for keeping lessons fun and engaging, while adult learners find a supportive atmosphere to develop new skills or refine old ones.
Teachers Who Love to Teach
With 25–30 instructors on staff, most holding degrees in music, the academy covers a wide range of genres — from classical and jazz to pop, rock, and heavy metal. While beginners do well with any teacher, the administrative team helps match intermediate and advanced students with instructors who specialize in their style of interest.
When hiring, the academy looks for instructors who are not only talented musicians but also natural teachers — those with the “teaching gene” and a passion for guiding students.
Student Performances and Summer Programs
Performance opportunities are a highlight at Grosse Pointe Music Academy. At least twice a year, students take the stage at recitals, often delivering impressive performances that surprise even their families. Some of the most memorable moments have come from very young students playing with remarkable confidence and skill.
During the summer, the academy runs three weeks of Rock Band Camp for ages 8–17. Campers rehearse together Monday through Friday before performing live on Friday afternoon. These camps give students a real-world band experience while building teamwork and stage presence.
Facilities and Resources
Each teaching room is equipped with an acoustic piano or digital keyboard, chairs, music stands, guitars, and amps. Instrument rentals are available through an affiliate, making it easy for students to get started without a big upfront purchase.
Cleanliness, neatness, and well-maintained instruments are priorities, creating an environment that is both comfortable and inspiring.
Connecting with the Community
The academy stays active in the local community by sponsoring school auctions, donating to fundraisers, and partnering with area schools to support music programs. Many instructors also use technology in lessons, incorporating recording tools and digital resources to enhance the learning experience.
While trends in music education come and go, the academy finds that the core desire to learn piano, guitar, and other instruments remains constant. “The need to express yourself through music is timeless,” says the director.
Looking to the Future
As it approaches its 21st year, Grosse Pointe Music Academy remains focused on its mission: to provide quality music education for students of all ages in a welcoming, supportive setting. With plans to continue growing, adapting, and serving the community for another 20 years or more, the academy stands as a local leader in music instruction.
If you’ve ever thought about learning an instrument or enrolling your child in lessons, now is the perfect time.
Visit Grosse Pointe Music Academy to learn more or schedule your first lesson.
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