Announcing the Week-Ending Performance for the Summer Rock Band Camp! We are thrilled to announce the grand finale of the Grosse Pointe Music Academy Summer Rock Band Camp! Join us for an unforgettable week-ending performance at Rustic Cabins Bar in Grosse Pointe Park. Mark your calendars for an evening of incredible music and fun on […]
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Pictures of the New Location at 19443 Mack Ave. in GPW
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Is Moving to a New Location – April 16th Opening We are excited to announce that Grosse Pointe Music Academy will officially open its new location at 19443 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods on Monday, April 16th. Our new space was designed with efficiency and comfort in mind, offering improved facilities […]
MUSIC TOGETHER – FAQ’s and FREE DEMOS
As a Music Together teacher I am frequently asked these questions about our early childhood mixed-age music classes: Are the same songs used every semester? Why should my child be in a mixed-age class? I’m not musical, Can I really help my child develop musical intelligence? And, my favorite: Do infants really benefit? You’re […]
New Odyssey – 3 Guys, 30 instruments Performance in Grosse Pointe Farms
Get ready for an evening of incredible talent, hilarious comedy, and high-energy music as New Odyssey brings their unforgettable show to the Grosse Pointe War Memorial! This one-of-a-kind trio performs with over 30 different instruments, blending musical mastery with skits, costumes, and plenty of audience participation. The three performers — Gary Todd, Michael Jay, and […]
Local Spotlight: Marge’s Bar in Grosse Pointe – A Neighborhood Favorite
At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we love supporting fellow local businesses that make our community a better place to live, work, and unwind. One such neighborhood gem is Marge’s Bar & Grille, located right in the heart of Grosse Pointe. A true local staple, Marge’s Bar has been serving up great food, cold drinks, and […]
What are frets, and when should I have them replaced?
Frets are metal strips (usually nickel alloy) embedded along the fretboard (also called fingerboard) and located at exact points that divide the scale length in accordance with a specific mathematical formula. When a player presses a string against a fret it shortens the vibrating length of the string, thus changing the pitch or note that […]
Five Ways Piano Lessons Benefit Children
Why Piano Lessons Are a Great Investment for Your Child Commentary by Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we often meet parents who wonder: Are piano lessons worth it for young children?The answer is a resounding yes — and not just for musical reasons! Piano study provides children with lifelong skills […]
Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra Summer Concert August 7th
🎶 Sharing Local Music Events with Our Community 🎶 Summer Concert📅 August 7, 2011 | 🕒 3:00 p.m. | 📍 St. John Hospital Cafeteria🎟️ Free Admission Guest Soloists: Program Highlights: Upcoming Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra Events: 📅 April 29, 2012 – Spring ConcertOur Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church 📅 October 5 – Inner […]
Register Now For Fall Music Lessons 2011
Private and Group Music Lessons – Fall Registration Now Open! Secure the best lesson times for September! Families can save time by scheduling multiple students at once. Private Lessons Available Group Classes 🎶 Private lessons offered in 30, 45, or 60 minute formats.🎶 Group classes structured by age and skill level. 📍 Serving Grosse Pointe, […]
Music Together Blog. Jackson, The Music Maker
Commentary based on insights by Lyn Ransom, D.M.A. How Everyday Music Making Shapes Early Childhood Music can be one of the most powerful and natural parts of a young child’s life. In her reflections, Lyn Ransom, D.M.A., describes how simple, everyday moments — singing about dinner, playing piano with a toddler, or letting young children […]