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 […]
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Learn Bass Guitar
Why Learn Bass Guitar?If you’re interested in playing music in a group setting, the bass guitar is an excellent instrument to consider. Bassists are in high demand, as guitar players tend to outnumber bass players by a significant margin. In many bands, it’s not uncommon for one of the guitarists to switch to bass simply […]
Band in a Box
Band-in-a-Box: A Great Tool for MusiciansBy Henry Bahrou – Guitarist, Music Theorist, Music Academy Director Yesterday, I mentioned the mid-90s Roland PMA-5, a pioneering device that allowed musicians to compose music on the go. Today, a comparable — and much more powerful — option for musicians is Band-in-a-Box by PG Music. Band-in-a-Box is a popular […]
Meet Our Music Together Teachers
Meet Our Music Together TeachersBy Sarah Boyd, Director – Music Together of Grosse Pointe At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we are proud to offer the internationally recognized Music Together® program led by highly qualified and passionate instructors. All of our teachers undergo comprehensive Music Together training and bring with them a wealth of musical experience, […]
The Value of a Great Music Teacher
When you sign up for music lessons at Grosse Pointe Music Academy, you’ll receive more than just quality information—you’ll gain access to dedicated educators with formal university training in music. Our instructors are not only knowledgeable, but committed to providing the most accurate and up-to-date instruction available. However, while information is important, it’s not the […]
The Beatles Complete Chord Songbook
If you’re a guitarist and a Beatles enthusiast, The Beatles Complete Chord Songbook is an indispensable addition to your collection. This comprehensive compilation features chord symbols, guitar chord boxes, and complete lyrics for 194 songs written and performed by The Beatles, all transcribed in their original keys. It’s tailored for strumming guitarists, making it ideal […]
Don’t you cry I’ll be back again someday
By Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff After waving farewell to the children, Frosty the Snowman famously promises that he will “be back again someday.” But did Frosty ever return? Some have found the original phrasing too vague and have altered the lyrics to “I’ll be back again on Christmas Day,” offering a more definitive timeline […]
Extras needed for a Movie Starring Ethan Bortnick 10 yo Piano Prodigy. Attend concert for Free
We’re excited to share a unique opportunity with our students, families, and friends! Grosse Pointe Music Academy has been invited to a free concert event in connection with the upcoming independent film Anything Is Possible, starring 10-year-old music prodigy Ethan Bortnick. The concert will take place on Thursday, September 8th at 7:30 PM at the […]
Starting Guitar: Advice for Beginners
by Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff Learning to play the guitar is an exciting and rewarding journey. Whether you’re starting on an acoustic, electric, or classical guitar, the basics are the same — and the foundation you build early on will shape your success. At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we encourage every student to approach […]
Canton Music Academy
The Grosse Pointe Music Academy is excited to announce that it will be expanding to Canton. The academy was initially started in Grosse Pointe, and before that, the owner used to teach 45-50 students every week in Plymouth. However, an opportunity to start a guitar store in Grosse Pointe Park arose, and they decided to […]
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 […]