String Combinations for Guitar: Exploring the Possibilities When it comes to guitar playing, understanding string combinations for guitar can be an eye-opening way to think about chords, scales, and intervals. With six strings on the guitar, there are a total of 63 possible string combinations. This number comes from counting each individual string, every possible […]
Music Lessons
What Is the Point of the CAGED System on Guitar?
What Is the Point of the CAGED System on Guitar? The CAGED system is one of the most useful tools for understanding the guitar fretboard. But what is the point of the CAGED system on guitar? The CAGED system is based on standard tuning, and it’s designed to help players visualize and play chords all […]
The Art of Musical Performance: Bringing Music to Life
Musical performance is a captivating art form that has the power to stir emotions, inspire audiences, and create unforgettable moments. Whether it’s a solo recital, ensemble concert, or symphonic masterpiece, the experience of witnessing music being brought to life is nothing short of magical. In this blog post, we’ll explore the essence of musical performance, […]
The Power of Private Music Lessons: Unlocking Your Musical Potential
Music is a universal language that transcends boundaries, connecting people across cultures and generations. Whether you’re a budding musician or a seasoned player, the journey of mastering an instrument is a deeply personal and rewarding experience. While group classes and online tutorials have their merits, there’s something truly special about private music lessons that sets […]
Teacher Feature: Lilit Vanetsyan – Piano • Flute
Are you looking for piano and/or flute lessons? Look no further than Grosse Pointe Music Academy! “As a dedicated and passionate music educator, Lilit Vanetsyan is privileged to serve as a piano and flute Instructor at GPMA. Lilit holds a B.M in Music Education from George Mason University as well as a K-12 teaching license.With […]
Sweetwater Rental Program
Did you know that Grosse Pointe Music Academy is an instrument rental affiliate of Sweetwater? For those involved in the music industry or those familiar with the world of music, Sweetwater needs no introduction. They are a reputable company that can meet almost any of your musical needs. From workstations, to live sound, to recording […]
Musical Performance
While music can be and often is a private and personal pursuit for people, chances are at some point involvment in music will lead to public musical performance. Whether it be with a school band/choir, with your private lesson studio, in a college/university setting, in a hobbyist community band/orchestra/choir setting or even semi-professionally or professionally […]
Practice
Practicing, in my opinion, is really more of an art than a science; however, it is necessary for the musical development of all musicians. If you ask ten accomplished musicians what their practice routine is, chances are they would all have different answers for you. Whether it be different lengths of time, different intervals of […]
Woodwind Tone
Tone/sound can be and often is a lifelong search for most if not all instrumentalists. Tone is influenced by how and what we practice, what “gear” we have, and often who and what we listen to. I find, it is also informed by our lives and experiences. So the question must be asked, what leads […]
Holiday Break
With the holidays quickly approaching, it is time to announce our Holiday break! The music academies will be on break for the Holidays starting on December 22nd and going till January 2nd. We have greatly enjoyed working with all of our students this past year and greatly appreciate the support of the communities that we […]
Drum Lessons in Grosse Pointe
Learn the Art of Drumming with Josh Stuckless at Grosse Pointe Music Academy. Are you interested in learning to play the drums in Grosse Pointe? Grosse Pointe Music Academy offers private drum lessons with experienced instructors, including talented musician and composer, Josh Stuckless. Josh has been playing drums and piano since he was a child […]
Group Piano Lessons
Are you interested in learning how to play the piano? Or maybe you already have some experience and are looking to take your skills to the next level? Then look no further than Grosse Pointe Music Academy’s upcoming group piano classes! Starting the week of April 10th, 2023, we will be offering a variety of […]
Drum Lessons in Canton MI
Drum Lessons in Canton MI The Benefits of Learning to Play Drums Drums are one of the most popular instruments around, and for good reason. They are incredibly versatile and can be found in nearly every genre of music. Canton Music Academy offers drum lessons in 30 minute, 45 minute, and 60 minute weekly sessions, […]
Piano and Voice Lessons in Canton MI
Canton Music Academy is proud to feature Ms. Kara Halleck, a highly experienced music instructor with 17 years of experience in teaching piano and voice lessons to students of all ages. Ms. Kara holds a degree in classical voice performance and a secondary degree in piano pedagogy, making her well-equipped to help students of all […]
Guitar Lessons for Adults
Guitar lessons for adults are a great way to learn a new skill, express creativity, and bring joy to your life. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your skills, guitar is an ideal instrument for adults for many reasons. Firstly, guitar is a portable instrument, making it easy to take with you wherever […]
Sports or Music Lessons
Sports or Music lessons Deciding between sports or music lessons can be a difficult decision for students who are busy with school. It’s important to try out different interests to see what’s a good fit. Sports are a great way to stay healthy and learn teamwork while music is a more creative outlet. While they […]
Summer Music Lessons
Summer Music Lessons Summer music lessons are a great way to keep kids active and learning while they are on break from school. It’s an excellent time to learn a new skill without the pressure of the school year or to focus on specific musical interests if they are already taking lessons. There are big […]
Minimum age for Music Lessons
What is the minimum age for music lessons? In a traditional private music lessons situation and as a general recommendation, we always say students can start learning the piano at 5 years old. Some students may have success earlier than 5 years old, while others who are over the age of 5, may not be […]
Music Lesson Gift Cards
Give Music Lesson Gift Cards to your family and friends this Holiday Season! Music Lessons are the gift of education that will last through the years. Music Lesson Gift Cards Available for: Guitar Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Piano Lessons, Drum Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Violin Lessons, Cello Lessons, Bass Lessons, Clarinet Lessons, Saxophone Lessons and Trumpet Lessons. […]
Can Anyone Learn to Sing?
The Voice: Can Anyone Learn to Sing? Do you sing along with the radio? Sing along to a Broadway musical? Sing in a school or church choir? If so, then singing lessons may be right up your alley! Singing is just one branch of the tree that creates all the music in the world. Taking […]