Registration

Individual Lessons

Weekly individual lessons are offered for all ages and abilities, from the hobbyist to the serious musician. We suggest starting your student with a 30-minute lesson. For the intermediate and advanced level students, we may suggest a 45-minute or 60-minute lesson. Weekly lesson times are scheduled at the time of registration. Individual instruction is available for: Voice, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Violin, Viola, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Percussion.

Group Lessons

Group Lessons are available for Piano & Guitar. Young beginners are encouraged to study in a group setting at first, although this is not required. Students experience a fun introduction to piano and guitar basics in the classroom format, learning the basic fundamentals of keyboard musicianship through games, activities and interative learning. Group classes occur throughout the week and enjoy a relatively customized schedule. Group lessons are $78.00 per month for a 45-minute lesson each week and are arranged according to the age and cognitive development of the student. These groups do not deviate in age by more than 2 years. Our group piano and guitar lessons have a maximum of 6 students in each class.

Traditional and Suzuki Violin

Suzuki violin pedagogy develops the technical and musical skills needed to play violin through aural study. This traditional Asian approach brings an engaging duality of musical memory and instrumental study to the young musician. These lessons are offered for all ages and ability. Beginner students usually start off with 30-minute lessons. Our advanced students may take a more traditional approach to violin study in a 45- or 60- minute lesson. Parents may be asked to join their child (ages 4-10) for each lesson.

Performance

We believe that music is to be heard and enjoyed by others! We encourage our students to share their muscial development with their friends and family. Music Academy South offers two seasonal recitals each year, Fall and Spring. In addition, we also offer Coffee Houses and Christmas Teas giving students the chance to come together in a relaxed setting to perform for one another. Other opportunities include community performances throughout the year at malls and retirement homes, Meet in the Street and the Lighting of Wake Forest, musicals and workshops. Beginner and competitive piano auditions are available for the ambitious students.

Children's Chorus

Academy Children's Chorus (2nd - 6th Grade)
6:30 - 7:30 pm Monday Evenings

This chorus is comprised of a group of talented and auditioned children. Our children's voice specialist gives the students the opportunity to sing and have fun while developing vocal production, poise and self-confidence for each child. Each performance will include choreographed numbers. Seasonal performances provide opportunities to practice performance skills. Only 30 spots are available and rehearsals will begin the first Monday after Labor Day and the second Monday in January. Late registration is possible.

Tuition Rates: $250 per semester; $50 per month (5 equal monthly payments)

Building on the Basics

Building On The Basics (Ages 3 - 6)
45-minutes, weekly, Cycles in 8-weekly sessions, $150 per 8 weeks

This class is cleverly designed for our youngest aspiring musicians. Here, children ages 3-6 will be introduced to music and movement using the keyboard and as the focal instrument. Students will also experiment with a variety of hand-held percussive instruments, singing, musical games and activities! Children will learn fundamental concepts of rhythm, melody and listening skills with an emphasis on developing keyboard readiness. For children eagar to learn a musical instrument, this is the perfect class to introduce the basic fundamentals.  Call for scheduling details.

Jam Band

Garage Band (Ages 12 - Adult)
Scheduling: Summer only

Learn to perform like your favorite group. Get together with like-minded fellow musicians each week and learn how to "rock out." This study of band basics will introduce the student to stage presence, set up and balance, amplifying and collaborating under the "big lights." A performance will be given at the end of the semester.

Guitar for Adults

Guitar Class for Adults
Lunch Hour on Fridays

Do you know 2 or 3 chords but wish you knew a few more? What about a song you can play but the "phantom chord" is missing? Join us for an introductory session in guitar basics at lunch and learn more about your instrument and favorite songs.