Why Every Musician Should Learn a Little Piano Did you know that most professional musicians end up learning at least some basic piano? This is especially true for anyone who pursues music at the collegiate or university level. In fact, most music degree programs require two to three semesters of piano study as part of […]
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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. […]
Keyboards and Pianos for Beginners
If you’re a beginner looking to start playing the piano, it’s important to find the right instrument to help you learn and grow. At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we recommend looking for pianos that have weighted keys, a full-sized keyboard, and a range of sounds to choose from. Here are some great options for beginner […]
Can I start my lessons on a keyboard rather than a piano?
Grosse Pointe Music Academy Staff Modern technology has made it remarkably affordable to own a full 88-key digital piano. Many of today’s models feature hammer-action keys that closely simulate the feel of an acoustic piano. For anyone who has compared non-weighted keyboards to traditional pianos, the difference in touch and responsiveness is significant. Even between […]
Experience Success in Piano Lessons
At Grosse Pointe Music Academy, we believe success in music lessons starts with a clear vision and goals. Whether you’re a beginning or returning student, bringing focus and intention to your piano lessons—or any instrument study—is key to making real progress. As passionate music educators with over 10 years of teaching experience in the Detroit […]