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JANUARY NEWS
 

As we begin another year, Academy teachers and staff would like to thank all of our students, parents, and families for the wonderful memories of 2018.

We have loved working with you and celebrating your achievements in your musical growth, Musical Ladder milestones, and your first, second, and tenth recitals!

We are committed to being the best place for Music Lessons in the Grand Rapids area, and we THANK YOU for being with us. Please watch your emails for an annual survey and an opportunity to let us know how we are doing! 

We wish you all an amazing 2019!

Be sure to plan ahead for these special Academy events:

FEBRUARY 10-16: Academy Teacher Appreciation Week. Share the love!

FEBRUARY 15-28: Jump the line for summer camp registrations. Current enrolled families SAVE $50 through March 31!

MARCH 9: National Federation of Music Clubs Festival at St. Cecilia Music Center.

MARCH 23: Cystic Fibrosis Benefit Recital by Academy Honor Students. Calvin College Recital Hall. Donations accepted at the door.

JUNE 8, 9, 15, & 16: Spring Recitals at the Grand Rapids Ballet Auditorium!

SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS 2019: Give your child a memorable summer music experience. Visit our website for details!

DECEMBER 7, 8, & 15: Winter Recitals at Wealthy Theatre

 

BABY IT'S COLD OUTSIDE!

Just a friendly reminder that the Academy of Music communicates snow day cancellations via text, email, Facebook, and WOODTV8. We make our lesson cancellation decisions independent of school districts, and will alert you before 1 pm if the studio will close.

Because Academy students drive to lessons from a wide area, it is impossible for us to ensure that travel conditions are safe for everyone. Please use your best judgment about safe travel to and from the studio. It's always easy to sign up for a group make-up class if you are not able to make the trip - contact the desk or look for "Weekend Music Classes" on our website.

All weather related cancellations are rescheduled as a private lesson on the next available break. Winter snow days are typically rescheduled during spring break. If you are unable to attend the rescheduled lesson, feel free to sign up a for group make-up class whenever it's convenient.

 

Thanks for the Pop Performances!

There's a time for scales and metronomes and breathing exercises and etudes. But, as composer Elissa Milne says “Some days are 'holy days' when our musicianship is about our connection to others, not our devotion to the practice room. These times of connection to our communities are the essence of musicianship.” Many thanks to students who shared their music with us during our Pop Performance Week at the studio! Let’s make it an annual event!!

Everyday practice days have returned but we hope that the experience of sharing music in recitals, in the studio, or in any of your communities during the holiday season has renewed your focus on an important goal. Music lessons are about learning to be a better musician while also learning to be a better person, and that includes connecting with others.

Musical Ladder Celebrations

 

WINTER REFERRAL SPECIAL

All referred and referring families between December 2 - January 31 will be entered in a raffle to win:

$500 CASH

DRAWING WILL BE HELD FEBRUARY 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Singla Family

Dempsey Family

Messer Family

Jones Family

Sherman Family

Schneider Family

Cole Family

Cummings Family

 

Is Your Teacher Sold Out?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for January, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655


PIANO


Keith - 1 SPOT Mon, Tues

Tracy - 1 SPOT Wed

Careta - 1 SPOT Mon, Tues

David - 1 SPOT Wed

Ken - 1 SPOT Wed

Susan - SOLD OUT

Chrisann - 1 SPOT Mon, Wed

Janet - SOLD OUT

Mary Beth - SOLD OUT

Betsy - 1 SPOT Fri


GUITAR/ UKULELE

Evie - 1 SPOT Thurs

Adam - SOLD OUT

Carsten - 1 SPOT Mon, Fri

David R - 1 SPOT Sun, Thurs


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Wed, Fri

Jon - SOLD OUT

Jacqui - 1 SPOT Mon


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Annie - SOLD OUT

Sandra - 1 SPOT Mon


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT

Corinne - 1 SPOT Fri


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - 1 SPOT Mon, Wed


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - 1 SPOT Thurs


STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - 2 SPOTS Mon, Sun

Bea - 1 SPOT Mon

Marlae - 1 SPOT Sat

Tina - 1 SPOT Sun


DRUMS

Dan - 1 SPOT Thurs

Garrett - 1 SPOT Wed

DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - 1 SPOT Tues, Wed

Nathan - 1 SPOT Wed

Jared - 1 SPOT Thurs

 

NEW STUDENTS

Aakash I, drums

Jason J, piano

Aidan M, guitar

Braelyn B, ukulele

Aryan M, piano

Yohan G, drums

Yahir G, guitar

David C, guitar

Colette C, piano

Genevieve K, guitar

Will M, guitar

Chelsea V, ukulele

Matthew K, drums

Bronwyn A, ukulele

Krish P, piano

Miah M, voice   

Kate M, voice

Mike K, cello

Lyla P, guitar

Carter Y, piano

Denia Y, ukulele

Alexa Y, piano 

Mayur C, drums

Max H, ukulele

Kate S, cello

Jaci C, piano

Richard M, voice

Adam O, voice

Lindsey S, ukulele

Nathan M, drums

Kiana C, guitar

Kate M, piano

Kierra P, guitar 

Kristina B, voice

Alex Y, piano

Joey A, piano

Capri S, Jan 2

Max H, Jan 4

Vrisan P, Jan 4

Lyla P, Jan 4

Laila G, Jan 6

Daniel V, Jan 7

Isabella Y, Jan 8

Liam M, Jan 8

Ethan M, Jan 8

Evan J, Jan 10

Minte O, Jan 10

Grace S, Jan 11

Kaylie M, Jan 11

Kate M, Jan 12

Tanisha H, Jan 12

Elle S, Jan 13

Maina D, Jan 14

Jason J, Jan 19

Isaac F, Jan 19

Bashaar K, Jan 19

Sarah L, Jan 19

Julia H, Jan 20

Olivia H, Jan 20

Sai R, Jan 20

Josh G, Jan 22

Kierra P, Jan 23

Lindsey S, Jan 23

Lauren B, Jan 24

Jacob L, Jan 25

Philip V, Jan 25

Kenzie R, Jan 26

Gabrielle W, Jan 30

Banon S, Jan 30

Reia W, Jan 31


Student of the Month


Colin D.


Q. What is your instrument? 

A. I play piano and guitar.

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Drums

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 2 Years

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. Deep Purple and Pink Floyd

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Video Games and Legos

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Pears

Q. What is your favorite subject in school? 

A. Math

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. Dog

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. The Bahamas

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. Cords

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students? 

A. Use the metronome more.

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Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

As we approach a brand new year, we are excited to share that the Academy of Music is knocking on the door of 700 students! We appreciate each one of you and continue to focus on ways to improve your music lesson experience - gifts for you!

Giving you the the best musical training in West Michigan is always a priority, but we also want to provide the most organized and effective administration. That means we have excellent full-time office staff at the front desk to serve you every day and a full-time Studio Manager who supervises it all. This fall, we created a dedicated office space near the front desk for the Academy Studio Manager. We love the additional storage space and cabinets that help us keep things running smoothly. And we appreciate having a room available for teacher interviews all day long! Even better, the manager can pop out at any time to assist the front desk when the studio gets really busy!

Sharing student achievement photos on Facebook is a daily joyful task, so we decided to create a new wall space for a photo background. Check out the new Academy of Music sign on our front entry wall! (Great job, FastSigns!)

We know that a clean and comfortable waiting area is important to you, so we also decided to replace our fabric chairs with easy-to-clean IKEA wooden chairs! The newly installed carpet covered 2x4s (baseboard “chair rails”) will help us keep the walls from getting marred by chairs!

And, last but not least, teachers now have a larger dedicated work space to help them stay organized!

Many thanks for being part of our community. We can’t wait to make more musical memories with you in 2019! The best is yet to come!

 

Holiday Hours

We are CLOSED FOR LESSONS

December 23 - January 1

Lessons resume January 2

The Academy of Music OFFICE WILL BE OPEN December 26th-30th to respond to phone calls and emails. 

If you are not yet a student, feel free to stop in for a tour or to ask questions about lessons!

 
 

NEW STUDENTS

Tristan D, piano

Cephas C, guitar

Sydney G, drums

Zachary V, guitar

Samantha B, ukulele

Amelia N, piano

Taylor O, violin

Abigail L, piano

Levi C, piano

Jameson P, guitar

Dilara E, guitar

Laura V, piano

William S, piano

Ada V, voice

Rose H, violin

Kurt M, guitar

Henry M, guitar

Aadhya A, piano

Kellan W, guitar

Gemma B, voice

Lauren C, voice

Molly N, voice

Francesca D, ukulele

Carsten F, violin

Veer P, piano

Kiley D, voice

Victor J, piano

Olivia O, voice & drums

Greg M, violin

Adrina N, guitar

Macy W, drums

Jennifer B, piano

Macy B, Dec 2

Jayla J, Dec 2

Abby H, Dec 3

Molly N, Dec 4

Jotham N, Dec 4

Jacob A, Dec 6

Harrison G, Dec 6

Adam F, Dec 6

Lily Ann C, Dec 9

Christopher L, Dec 9

Helena S, Dec 11

Oliver D, Dec 11

Aadhya A, Dec 11

Jacobus V, Dec 12

Graham B, Dec 13

Magger M, Dec 13

Olivia O, Dec 13

Makayla K, Dec 14

Sophia W, Dec 14

Evie P, Dec 15

Izzy R, Dec 15

Alayna L, Dec 17

Gwen A, Dec 17

Wylie W, Dec 18

Isabelle T, Dec 19

Gemma B, Dec 19

Michael E, Dec 20

Cassidy B, Dec 20

Virinchi K, Dec 20

Lexi S, Dec 21

Chase L, Dec 21

Kelly D, Dec 22

Jacob L, Dec 22

Jaelyn M, Dec 22

Gerardo Emmanuel D, Dec 22

Selah V, Dec 23

Nathan D, Dec 23

Abby R, Dec 24

Zachary V, Dec 25

Jenna L, Dec 25

Lydia V, Dec 25

Tessa R, Dec 27

Grant A, Dec 27

Sophia J, Dec 28

Vincent S, Dec 30

Lia S, Dec 30

Brooklyn C, Dec 31


Student of the Month


Lauren B.


Q. What is your instrument? 

A. Voice at the Academy, but I also play the saxophone and clarinet

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Violin

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 1 Year

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. Kelly Clarkson and Lin Manuel Miranda

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Odyssey of the Mind, reading, and softball.

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Grandma's Meatloaf

Q. What is your favorite subject in school? 

A. Math and Language Arts

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. Dragon

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. New Zealand to Hobbiton

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. Increasing

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students? 

A. Be confident in yourself and stretch your limits!

Musical Ladder Celebrations

 

WINTER REFERRAL SPECIAL

All referred and referring families between December 2 - January 31 will be entered in a raffle to win:

$500 CASH

DRAWING WILL BE HELD FEBRUARY 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Haughey Family

Thurston Family

Kriekard Family

Aksenova Family

 

Is Your Teacher Sold Out?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for January, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655


PIANO


Keith - SOLD OUT

Tracy - SOLD OUT

Careta - SOLD OUT

David - 1 SPOT Mon, Wed

Ken - 1 SPOT, Wed

Susan - SOLD OUT

Chrisann - 1 SPOT Wed

Janet - SOLD OUT

Mary Beth - 1 SPOT, Fri

Betsy - SOLD OUT


GUITAR/ UKULELE

Evie - 2 SPOTS, Tues

Adam - SOLD OUT

Carsten - 1 SPOT Wed, Thurs

David R - 1 SPOT Sun, Thurs


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Jon - 1 SPOT Thurs

Jacqui - 1 SPOT Wed


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Annie - 1 SPOT Tues

Sandra - 1 SPOT Thurs


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT

Corinne - 1 SPOT Fri


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - SOLD OUT


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - SOLD OUT


STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - 2 SPOTS Mon, Sun

Bea - 1 SPOT Mon

Marlae - 1 SPOT Sat

Tina - 1SPOT, Tues


DRUMS

Dan - 1 SPOT, Thurs

Garrett - 1 SPOT, Wed

DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - 1 SPOT Tues, Thurs

Nathan - 1 SPOT Sat

Jared - 1 SPOT Thurs

 
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COSTUME CONTEST

Whether they were spooky, silly, or something else entirely, our students, staff, and faculty had a great time with Halloween costumes this year! Thanks to our Academy students for your fabulous entries!

Staff and Teachers got in on the fun too!

Congratulations to Amelia J for winning the $25 cash prize!

 

CANDY GIVE BACK

Thank you Academy families and friends for your generous donations to the Academy of Music Halloween Candy Give Back event! Your candy help put smiles on the faces of our deployed Service Members and First Responders! We collected 13 boxes for Operation Gratitude this year!

 

We are excited about the benefits of our new TeacherZone studio management software. 

Check your email for login information and head to teacherzone.com

Once logged in, click on the face icon in the upper left hand corner to access your user profile (shown in image below).

1) Add your payment information.

2) Update your notification settings.

Contact the office if you have any questions!

 

NEW OFFICE STAFF

Meet Ellen!

6 Interesting Facts About Ellen

  • Recently moved here from Nashville, Tennessee.
  • My interests include sports, public policy, and all things crafty.
  • I can speak conversational American Sign Language.
  • My dog, Mae, is my best friend in the entire world.
  • I put some form of hot sauce/cayenne on every. single. thing. I. eat.
  • I grew up spending my entire summer swimming, sailing, and playing tennis and golf in Northport, MI.
 

WINTER RECITALS

Where: Wealthy Theatre

When: December 8, December 9, and December 16

No tickets will be sold. Feel free to attend additional recitals and support your fellow students!

The show will proceed regardless of weather conditions so be sure to leave extra driving time so that you or your child will arrive relaxed and ready to perform.

Participation in recitals boosts confidence, provides goals, and builds new skills for students. Please be sure to speak to your teachers to ensure that you are ready to perform.

If you have not yet signed up for your recital day and time, please visit academyofmusicGR.com/recitals! The sign ups will close at the end of November so be sure that you have your time reserved!

Questions? Call 616-965-1655

 
 

NEW STUDENTS

Ian M, piano

Hannah J, viola

Evan J, guitar

Nathan D, piano

Kelly M, guitar

Carter M, guitar

Rory B, ukulele

Ben M, voice

Ben Y, guitar

Quinn S, drums

Don S, guitar

Addyson C, piano

Lukas C, piano

Kate C, violin

Lilliana C, voice

Maxton H, drums

Marissa L, guitar

Kiernan C, piano

Claudia G, ukulele

Sam S, ukulele

Addison G, violin

Ian L, guitar

Michael E, violin

Dustin R, piano

Jen S, voice

Annabelle I, piano and guitar

Deacon I, piano and drums

Ryan V, voice

Brian B, ukulele

Eloise L, piano

Elliot L, piano

Abby B, voice

Tyler H, drums

Amadeo S, drums

Makayla S, voice

Julie T, voice

Gwen A, guitar

Rick W, guitar

Sana M, piano

Mason S, Nov 1

William B, Nov 2

Ethan K, Nov 3

Logan M, Nov 4

Addysen C, Nov 4

Søren M, Nov 4

Matthew V, Nov 5

Lydia B, Nov 6

KenZen L, Nov 6

Emmerson M, Nov 6

Madeline M, Nov 7

Nora J, Nov 10

Sydney W, Nov 10

Marissa L, Nov 11

Rowan Z, Nov 11

Minhao C, Nov 12

Ian S, Nov 13

Ella G, Nov 14

Rylee L, Nov 15

Roman B, Nov 16

Emery C, Nov 16

Marc S, Nov 17

Maxx B, Nov 17

Arcadia P, Nov 17

Ashley G, Nov 18

Lauren B, Nov 18

Kaylee N, Nov 19

Ryan R, Nov 19

Luke G, Nov 19

Isabelle M, Nov 20

Joey S, Nov 22

Ivy M, Nov 23

Adam K, Nov 25

Ashley D, Nov 25

Ellexis K, Nov 25

Shallan W, Nov 26

Cozzie Z, Nov 26

Mahima D, Nov 27

Wade M, Nov 28

Aaron S, Nov 29

Jazmary R, Nov 29

Dylan L, Nov 30



STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Liam D.


Q. What is your instrument? 

A. Piano

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Saxophone

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 4 Years

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. Brackendra, 2Cellos, Lindsey Sterling, Led Zeppelin, Queen

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Reading, playing video games, math

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Pad Thai

Q. What is your favorite subject in school? 

A. Definitely science

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. Snakes, the Reticulated Python because its super long... and cats. My favorite cat is my pet, Phineas.

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. Hawaii

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. Playing piano with more than one finger.

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students? 

A. Agree with your teacher and don't argue.

 

MUSICAL LADDER CELEBRATIONS

 

FALL REFERRAL SPECIAL

All referred and referring families between September 1 - November 30 will be entered in a raffle to win:

FOUR ORCHESTRA SECTION TICKETS TO THE NUTCRACKER BALLET (value $350)

Tickets are for the 2pm show on December 22

DRAWING WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Sales Family

Camp Family

Lunt Family

Manne Family

Umlor Family

 

IS YOUR TEACHER SOLD OUT?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for December, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655


PIANO

Keith - SOLD OUT

Tracy - SOLD OUT

Careta - SOLD OUT

David - 1 SPOT Mon

Ken - SOLD OUT

Susan - SOLD OUT

Chrisann - SOLD OUT

Janet - SOLD OUT

Mary Beth - SOLD OUT

Betsy - SOLD OUT


GUITAR/ UKULELE

Evie - 1 SPOT Thurs

Adam - SOLD OUT

Carsten - 1 SPOT Wed, Sat

Chris - 1 SPOT Sun, Wed


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Sat, Sun

Jon - 1 SPOT Thurs

Jacqui - 1 SPOT Mon


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Annie - 1 SPOT Tues

Sandra - 1 SPOT Mon


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT

Corinne - 1 SPOT Fri


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - SOLD OUT


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - SOLD OUT

 

STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - 1 SPOT Mon, Sun

Bea - 1 SPOT Mon

Marlae - 1 SPOT Sat

Tina - SOLD OUT


DRUMS

Dan - SOLD OUT

Garrett - SOLD OUT


DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - 1 SPOT Mon, Wed

Nathan - 1 SPOT Mon

Robert - 1 SPOT Fri

Jared - 2 SPOTS Thurs

 
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OCTOBER NEWS

 

Fall Fun at

The Academy of Music!


 

Thanks to your generosity, we shipped 32 boxes to Operation Gratitude in 2017!

 

Bring A Friend Week!

October 24 - 31

INVITE A FRIEND TO YOUR LESSON!

To register visit academyofmusicGR.com/FRIENDWEEK

Registration Deadline 10/20!


 
 

RECITAL SIGN UPS ARE

NOW OPEN!


Dates

Saturday, December 9

Sunday, December 9

Sunday, December 16


Location

Wealthy Theatre


Sign up for your recital time today!

 

UPCOMING CLOSED DAYS:

Wednesday, November 21

Thursday, November 22

Friday, November 23

Saturday, November 24


 

COMING SOON

Our Office Team is busy working to improve your music lesson experience at the Academy of Music. We’re close to rolling out Teacher Zone studio management software, and that will give you an option to communicate online directly with your teacher. Watch for an email that will share login information and ask you to update your credit card. We anticipate the software will be up and running in November! 

 

PIANO GIVEAWAY

West Michigan Piano has just launched a really exciting new program as part of their mission to support music education! They will be giving away one piano each month for the remainder of 2018. To learn more follow the link below!

West Michigan Piano Giveaway

 

NEW STUDENTS

Harrison G, piano

Oliver B, voice

PJ V, piano

Sydney W, violin

Oliver D, guitar

Kendall F, voice

Delaney R, voice

Maya R, violin

Khatthena N, piano

Abigayle P, voice

Harrison P, drums

Isabella P, guitar

Hannah D, guitar

Camryn K, piano

Chrisann L, violin

Tessa R. ukulele

Jazmary R, voice

Victoria G, piano

Miles J, guitar

Samantha S, voice

Korin T, drums

Jaclyn A, voice

Linnea F, piano

Uriel H, voice

Emery C, ukulele

Alyssa S, voice

Sarah L, piano

Becky C, drum

Liam N, violin

Esther Z, ukulele

Vivian B, piano

Benjamin Y, drums

Nathaniel Y, violin

Emily B, piano

Abigail L, violin

Gigi L, guitar

Gigi L, voice

Maya Z, violin

Aaron C, cello

Corban B, drums

Jotham N, drums

Jovanni M, piano

Peyton B, piano

Julia H, ukulele

Jacob R, drums

Maggie M, voice

Daniel V, drums

Isabella V, piano

Gabriella V, piano

Bryce E, guitar

Isabella Y, voice

Ashley G, guitar

Andrew G, drums

Owen B, piano

Rian D, 10/1

Kenzie M, 10/3

Ainsley R, 10/3

Lila B, 10/3

Maddox M, 10/4

Autumn V, 10/7

Lola V, 10/7

Hailey M, 10/9

Sophia C, 10/10

Elise G, 10/10

Brianna W, 10/11

Isabella M, 10/11

Caroline T, 10/11

Evelyn V, 10/11

Charlie B, 10/11

Riley T, 10/11

Manya G, 10/13

Teagan C, 10/14

Stella L, 10/15

Sasha A, 10/18

Diego D, 10/20

Olivia T, 10/20

Ethan K, 10/21

James B, 10/21

Amelia D, 10/25

Charlie S, 10/25

Brooke C, 10/26

Rowan M, 10/26

Salvador M, 10/27

Lexi V, 10/28

Samuel L, 10/29

Isaiah R, 10/29

Tyce V, 10/29

Samantha A, 10/30

Dee Dee C, 10/30

Megan P, 10/31



STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Autumn V.


Q. What is your instrument? 

A. Piano

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Violin

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 10 Months

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. For King and Country, and John Williams

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Reading, playing outside, and making videos with my friends.

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Turkey Tenderloin

Q. What is your favorite subject in school? 

A. Reading or Math

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. Snowy Owl

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. London

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. Für Elise

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students? 

A. Don't give up and keep trying!

 

MUSICAL LADDER CELEBRATIONS

 

FALL REFERRAL SPECIAL

All referred and referring families between September 1 - November 30 will be entered in a raffle to win:

FOUR ORCHESTRA SECTION TICKETS TO THE NUTCRACKER BALLET (value $350)

Tickets are for the 2pm show on December 22

DRAWING WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Kriekard Family

Lopez Family

Goldberg Family

Clark Family

Aylsworth Family

 

IS YOUR TEACHER SOLD OUT?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for October, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655


PIANO

Keith - SOLD OUT

Tracy - SOLD OUT

Careta - SOLD OUT

David - 2 SPOTS Mon

Ken - SOLD OUT

Susan - SOLD OUT

Chrisann - SOLD OUT

Janet - SOLD OUT

Mary Beth - SOLD OUT

Betsy - 1 SPOT Sat


GUITAR/ UKULELE

Evie - 1 SPOT Thurs

Adam - 1 SPOTS Tues

Carsten - 1 SPOT Wed, Sat

Chris - 1 SPOT Sun, Thurs


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Sat, Sun

Jon - 1 SPOT Thurs

Jacqui - 2 SPOTS Mon, 1 Wed


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Annie - 1 SPOT Tues

Sandra - 1 SPOT Mon, Thurs


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT

Corinne - 1 SPOT Fri


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - SOLD OUT


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - SOLD OUT

 

STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - 1 SPOT Mon, Sun

Bea - 1 SPOT Mon

Marlae - 1 SPOT Sat

Tina - 1 SPOT Tues


DRUMS

Dan - 1 SPOT Mon

Garrett - 1 SPOT Wed


DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - 1 SPOT Mon, Wed

Nathan - 2 SPOTS Mon

Robert - 2 SPOTS Fri

 
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Ask Your Teacher About Winter Recitals!

Dates

Saturday, December 9

Sunday, December 9

Sunday, December 16

Location

Wealthy Theatre

FAQs

Q) How long are Academy recitals?

A) Our recitals are approximately 40 - 50 minutes in length, and occur on the hour every hour.

Q) Is there a participation fee or cost for tickets?

A) Recitals are completely free and all students of every level are welcome to participate. Be sure to talk to your teacher if you are interested in performing in the 2018 Winter Recitals.

Q) How do we schedule our recital?

A) Students will be able to sign up for their desired recital hour on a first come, first served basis. Recital sign ups will open at 8:00am on Monday, October 15. Students will be notified of their teacher's recital availability approximately one week prior to recital sign ups. Times fill fast! If you have limited availability be sure to sign up early!

 

COMING SOON

We're always working to improve your music lesson experience. This fall, we are focussing on a new teacher communication tool! We've signed up for TeacherZone software and staff is busy getting that system ready for you. Our favorite feature is that teachers will be able to upload and share files for you to use at home! Plus, you will get an alert whenever your teacher shares something for you. Stay tuned for updates on our progress!

 
 
 

ASK YOUR TEACHER ABOUT....

Bring A Friend Week!

Oct. 24 - Oct. 30

  • Wear your costumes
  • Get your picture taken
  • Stop at the desk for a treat
  • Have FUN together in your lesson!
 

PIANO GIVEAWAY

West Michigan Piano has just launched a really exciting new program as part of their mission to support music education! They will be giving away one piano each month for the remainder of 2018. To learn more follow the link below!

West Michigan Piano Giveaway

 

NEW STUDENTS

Rian D, Voice

Connor Z, Ukulele

Teagan C, Piano

Lilla H, Violin

Izzy M, Piano

Aspen Y, Piano

Colton Y, Guitar

Ally M, Voice

Lizzie G, Piano

Kaylie M, Voice

Alex S, Piano

Evan Y, Piano

Gloria B, Voice

London C, Piano

Sparsh A, Guitar

Brenden W, Piano

Manya G, Piano

Detroit R, Violin

Carter V, Drums

Selah V, Voice

Ethan V, Drums

Norah H, Ukulele

Gabby D, Piano

Jack B, Ukulele

Matthew B, Ukulele

Tempie T, Voice

Molly N, Guitar

Ian L, Piano

Chase L, Piano

Alayna L, Piano

Susan S, Piano

Madilynn N, Guitar

Scarlett G, Voice

Harper D, Voice

Oliver A, Guitar

Joseph S, Cello

Everly K, Piano

Meghan Y, Violin

Helen N, Drums

Luke G, Guitar

Abby H, Guitar

Nicholas H, Guitar

Elizabeth M, Violin

Abby S, Violin

Eli F, Piano

Emmie F, Piano

Anya K, Piano

Anneke V, Cello

Ben K, Piano

Ethan K, Piano

Gemma P, Voice

Ashley O, Drums

Mason H, Drums

Aisha D, Drums

Charlie S, Ukulele

Maya Z, Violin

Marek R, Piano

Isabella Y, Piano

Jaelyn M, Voice

Rowan M, Drums

Sophie Z, Uke

Lily Ann C, Piano

Dawson D, Drums

Alyssa E, Voice

Mia R, Piano

Isaac F, Drums

Jonah K, Drums

Gretta K, Guitar

Noah K, Guitar

Bria U, Ukulele

Jacobus V, Violin

Harrison G, Piano

Oliver B, Voice

PJ V, Piano

Sydney W, Violin

Oliver D, Guitar

Kendall F,Voice

Delaney R, Voice

Maya R, Violin

Khatthena N, Piano

Abigayle P, Voice

Harrison P, Drums

Isabella P, Guitar

Hannah D, Guitar

Chrisann L, Violin

Tessa R, Ukulele

Jazmary R, Voice

Victoria G, Piano

Miles J, Guitar

Drake E, 9/1

Jerry D, 9/1

Ty F, 9/1

Jaden K, 9/2

John O, 9/2

Dolly P, 9/3

Wyatt L, 9/4

Olivia D,9/4

Olivia P, 9/4

Bria U, 9/5

Anna B, 9/5

Olivia M, 9/7

Owen T, 9/7

Elliot K, 9/7

Sahara K, 9/7

Tori M, 9/8

Sion C, 9/11

Morgan B, 9/12

Jacob S, 9/12

Micheal C, 9/14

Alex C, 9/14

Logan B, 9/15

Sasha P, 9/15

Abigail V, 9/16

Brooklyn B, 9/17

Brecken P, 9/18

Joanna M, 9/20

Devin S, 9/20

Rocco C, 9/22

Kyri A, 9/22

Madelyn S, 9/22

Matthew G, 9/23

Grace K, 9/23

Abby W, 9/23

Libby W, 9/23

Brian M, 9/24

Allison M, 9/25

Dawson M, 9/26

Charlie C, 9/28

Janene C, 9/28

Ryan Q, 9/28

Renee L, 9/28

Abby S, 9/29

Amaya W, 9/29

Dayne P, 9/30

KenZie L, 9/30


STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Millie A.


Q. What is your instrument? 

A. Piano

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Clarinet

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 3.5 years

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. My favorite musicians are Rachel Platen and Sean Mendez.

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Reading, writing, cross country, and hanging out with friends.

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Ice Cream

Q. What is your favorite subject in school? 

A. Language Arts

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. A red fox.

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. The UK, and London.

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. The blues scale

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students? 

A. My advice is to practice a lot, and to never give up if you are frustrated, because the end result will be worth it.

 

MUSICAL LADDER CELEBRATIONS

 

SUMMER REFERRAL WINNER!

KK was our referral winner, and got to take home a $300 Best Buy gift card! Congratulations!

 

FALL REFERRAL SPECIAL

All referred and referring families between September 1 - November 30 will be entered in a raffle to win:

FOUR ORCHESTRA SECTION TICKETS TO THE NUTCRACKER BALLET (value $350)

Tickets are for the 2pm show on December 22

DRAWING WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Kriekard Family

Zylstra Family

Lopez Family

 

IS YOUR TEACHER SOLD OUT?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for October, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655


PIANO

Keith - SOLD OUT

Tracy - SOLD OUT

Careta - SOLD OUT

David - SOLD OUT

Ken - SOLD OUT

Susan S - 2 SPOTS Tues

Chrisann - SOLD OUT

Janet - SOLD OUT

Mary Beth - SOLD OUT Tues, Fri; 1 SPOT Thurs, Sat

Betsy - SOLD OUT Fri, 1SPOT Sat


GUITAR/ UKULELE

Evie - 1 SPOT Tues, Thurs

Adam - SOLD OUT Wed, 1 SPOT Mon, Tues

Carsten - SOLD OUT Thurs; 1 SPOT Mon, Wed, Fri

Chris - 2 SPOTS Sun, Wed


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Jon - 2 SPOTS Thurs

Jacqui - 2 SPOTS Wed


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Annie - SOLD OUT

Sandra - 2 SPOTS Thurs


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT

Corinne - 2 SPOTS Thurs, Fri


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - SOLD OUT

Kaitlin - SOLD OUT Thurs, 1 SPOT Fri


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - SOLD OUT


STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - SOLD OUT Mon, 2 SPOTS Sun

Bea - 2 SPOTS Mon

Marlae - SOLD OUT Fri, 2 SPOTS Sat

Tina - SOLD OUT Tues, 1 SPOT Sun


DRUMS

Dan -1 SPOT Mon, Tues, Thurs

Garrett - SOLD OUT


DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - 2 SPOTS Wed

Nathan - 1 SPOT Sun, Mon, Wed

Robert - 2 SPOTS Fri

 
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It’s Back to School Music Lesson Time!

~ Free hot dogs 11:30-1:30 ~


~ Free slime until gone ~


~ Free registration (expires 8/19/18) ~


~ Register to win a free month of lessons ~

drawings every hour 11-2!

 

MEET THE NEWEST ACADEMY OFFICE TEAM MEMBER,

NIKKI

5 FUN FACTS ABOUT NIKKI

  1. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Apparel, Textiles, and Merchandising from Eastern Michigan University.
  2. She is an artist and is currently painting abstract expressionism.
  3. She has a beautiful Border Collie puppy named Willow.
  4. She lived and worked at a yoga retreat center in Hawaii.
  5. She traveled to India to study traditional Indian textiles.
 
 

PIANO GIVEAWAY

West Michigan Piano has just launched a really exciting new program as part of their mission to support music education! They will be giving away one piano each month for the remainder of 2018. To learn more follow the link below!

West Michigan Piano Giveaway

 

NEW STUDENTS

Ryan Q, drums

Reese C, voice

Alexandra U, uke

Phillip Q, piano

Olivia D, voice

Mara W, voice

Helena S, piano

KK R, voice

Elissa N, piano

Joey S, drums

Olivia W, drums

Jack B, uke

Sophia C, piano

Rocko C, drums

Allison J, voice

Jack O, guitar

Wyatt L, guitar

Allyson B, guitar

Drew W, drums

Carson B, piano

Austin B, piano

Sai A, piano

Ana C, voice

Isabelle M, violin

Avery H, voice

Abigail L, violin

Jackson L, drums

Sophia J, guitar

Joeti M, uke

Josiah K, drums

Elissa M, guitar

Michael M, piano

Isaiah R, piano

Will G, guitar

Bella G, piano

Chen D, voice

Derek H, uke

Andrew Y, violin

Evan Y, piano

Keith G, piano

Kyle Y, piano

Lila B, guitar

Sai T, uke

Ambrose H, drums

Athan H, piano

Ethan K, drums

Ben K, guitar

 Ellexis K, piano

Lydia B, piano

Reagan A, piano

Grant A, drums

Wayne H, piano

Zekiah H, drums

Janet J, violin

Ashwin D, piano

Julian W, guitar

Rian D, voice

Amy F, piano

Lucille F, piano

Veer P, uke

Natalie H, Aug 1

Cameron W, Aug 1

Declan R, Aug 1

Madison M, Aug 2

Sienna M, Aug 2

Katy L, Aug 2

Jack B, Aug 3

Shakhira S, Aug 4

McKenna O, Aug 4

Lydia M, Aug 7

Violet K, Aug 8

Christian B, Aug 8

Orrin M, Aug 8

Isabella B, Aug 10

Claire A, Aug 10

Zoe L, Aug 11

Thomas B, Aug 11

Jack B, Aug 12

Jabez D, Aug 13

Vivian B, Aug 13

Jake H, Aug 14

Henry S, Aug 15

Avery M, Aug 17

Sawyer M, Aug 18

Lilah A, Aug 19

Liam L, Aug 20

Connor Z, Aug 21

Noah O, Aug 22

Christian E, Aug 22

Randy G, Aug 23

Grace B, Aug 23

Oliver L, Aug 24

Yahvi P, Aug 26

Isabelle B, Aug 28

Mariella C, Aug 29

Jack O, Aug 29

Owen L, Aug 29

Emalee A, Aug 31

Daniel G, Aug 31

KK R, Aug 31


STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Christopher L.


Q. What is your instrument?

A. Drums

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Cymbals

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 3 years!

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. Casey Cooper

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Playing with Beyblades, and my tablet

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Chicken

Q. What is your favorite subject in school?

A. Science and Math!

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. Snakes (but not cobras)

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. Japan, for the special Beyblades

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. Fills (all the fun stuff!)

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students?

A. You're a good musician!

MUSICAL LADDER CELEBRATIONS

 

SUMMER REFERRAL SPECIAL!


Any referrals between June 1 - August 31 will be entered in a raffle to win a $300 gift card to Best Buy!

Check in with your friends and neighbors to see if they want to give summer lessons a try!

Drawing held September 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Singla Family

Brann Family

Bissell Family

Teegardin Family

Paul Family

DiBenedetto Family

Nolen Family

Kyes Family

Cummings Family

Granstrom Family

Amos Family

Patel Family

 

IS YOUR TEACHER SOLD OUT?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for September, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655


PIANO

Keith - SOLD OUT

Tracy - SOLD OUT

Careta - SOLD OUT

David - SOLD OUT

Ken - SOLD OUT

Susan S - SOLD OUT

Chrisann - SOLD OUT

Janet - SOLD OUT

Mary Beth - SOLD OUT Tues, Fri; 1 SPOT Thurs, Sat

Betsy - SOLD OUT Fri, 1SPOT Sat


GUITAR/ UKULELE

Evie - 1 SPOT Tues, Thurs

Adam - SOLD OUT Wed, 1 SPOT Mon, Tues

Carsten - SOLD OUT Thurs; 1 SPOT Mon, Wed, Fri

Chris - 2 SPOTS Sun, Wed


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Jon - 2 SPOTS Thurs

Susan L - SOLD OUT

Jacqui - 2 SPOTS Wed


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Annie - SOLD OUT

Sandra - 2 SPOTS Thurs


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT

Corinne - 2 SPOTS Thurs, Fri


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - SOLD OUT

Kaitlin - SOLD OUT Thurs, 1 SPOT Fri


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - SOLD OUT


STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - SOLD OUT Mon, 2 SPOTS Sun

Bea - 2 SPOTS Mon

Marlae - SOLD OUT Fri, 2 SPOTS Sat

Tina - SOLD OUT Tues, 1 SPOT Sun


DRUMS

Dan -1 SPOT Mon, Tues, Thurs

Garrett - SOLD OUT


DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - SOLD OUT

Nathan - 1 SPOT Sun, Mon, Wed

Robert - 2 SPOTS Thurs

 
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JULY NEWS

 

Carnegie Hall Debut

On June 17, 2018, the Academy of Music in Grand Rapids presented a debut Carnegie Hall recital featuring students of all ages and levels in celebration of 15 years of excellence fostering the future of music in our community and beyond.

We are most grateful to the amazing group of students and families, who were able to imagine with us more than a year ago, the potential for personal and musical growth from a once-in-a-lifetime experience performing on such a prestigious stage as Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. It was an honor to share this extraordinary journey with each one of them, a taste of how music connects us as humans, heart to heart.

We would like to express immense gratitude to all of our teachers and administrative staff who poured out their heart and soul each week to help these students reach new heights and prepare performances worthy of this venue. Our vision 15 years ago to assemble a team of musicians and staff who would share a great passion and enthusiasm for quality music education has become a reality. We look forward to continued growth and excellence as we nurture and inspire future generations in the Grand Rapids community.

Congratulations to all of our performers! May you continue to let your light shine like a star in the years to come!

Barbara Hendricks, Director


"There is no substitute for Carnegie Hall! This opportunity was worth every penny invested…from weeky lessons to a family trip crafted around my daughter’s performance. I am thrilled and most appreciative to the Academy of Music for empowering the experience for so many students and their families!” - Pamela Smitter


Reasons to Shine Like a Star Onstage

The Academy logo, a star shape of notes, was chosen to visually express our goal to help each student feel like a star while on their musical journey, no matter what their age or level.  Whether performing at our celebratory Carnegie Hall Recital, one of our winter or spring recitals at Wealthy Theatre, our annual Honor Recital, or in a show band at a summer music festival, Academy students reap many benefits.

   New piece, new skill: Our teachers use recitals to motivate students to learn a new piece or a new skill. The performance deadline keeps them motivated to tackle the challenges of a new piece and stick with it until it’s mastered.

   Perfecting a Piece: Recital pieces offer an opportunity to encourage students to put forth extra effort to perfect a piece. That takes discipline, focus, and perseverance. What results is the great joy and pride in a successful performance.

   Retention: There’s a special performance smile that results from the applause, hugs, and congratulations at recitals. Students arrive pumped at their next lesson and ready to tackle more learning with new confidence and desire. We’ve observed that students who participate in recitals stick with lessons longer.

   Assessment: The daily and weekly peaks and valleys of learning to play an instrument can sometimes cloud a parent’s judgment on whether lessons are worth the time and money. Recitals offer a perfect opportunity for parents to more objectively review their child’s progress.

   Performance skills: Performing is a challenging task, and it takes practice to be on stage, play with poise, and manage anxiety. Students gain confidence from performance experiences and learn that they can cope with stress and the unexpected. 

   Enjoyment: Music performances can and should be positive and enjoyable experiences. We love offering our students recital experiences in a professional venue with red carpet photo opportunities. We keep them well organized and encourage as many students as possible to participate. Even though recitals are a formal event, they can be both fun and inspiring.

 

FROM NIKKI


Mark your calendars for our FALL OPEN HOUSE! We would love to see you all there! Saturday, August 18 10-2 pm. Free sample lessons, instrument petting zoo, raffles, performances, food, and more! A great way to help us celebrate 15 years and see all that the Academy of Music has to offer!


Be sure to say hi to the newest addition to our Office Team, Nikki!

 

PIANO GIVEAWAY

West Michigan Piano has just launched a really exciting new program as part of their mission to support music education! They will be giving away one piano each month for the remainder of 2018. To learn more follow the link below!

West Michigan Piano Giveaway

 

NEW STUDENTS

Ryan R, drums

Josh G, drums

Robyn H, voice

Yahvi P, piano

Jacob G, viola

Brecken P, ukulele

Isabelle B, oboe

Winston N, drums

Chiara H, violin

Ishaan V, piano

Nick K, upright bass

Wilson Z, piano

Tyler E, piano

Stone H, drums

Angelus C, piano

Colin V, violin

CJ S, drums

Alayna L, violin

Maddox M, ukulele

Taniksha S, guitar

Arthur M, piano

Rose M, voice

Salvador M guitar

Jaden K, guitar

Logan K, piano

Landon B, voice

Carl L, cello

Emily B, violin

Jeffrey A, July 1

Danny P, July 2

Naomi N, July

Joey S, July 3

Asa B, July 3

Emily W, July 4

Dilara E, July 5

Leyla E, July 5

Cayelin B, July 5

Evan W, July 5

Julia M, July 5

Camryn P, July 5

Emily D, July 5

Phillip Q, July 11

Jack P, July 12

Aubrey H, July 13

Logan K, July 13

Matthew L, July 14

Samantha F, July 16

Hanna S, July 18

Mara W, July 19

Aarna A, July 19

Elijah B, July 19

Rylee K, July 20

Alondra C, July 22

Camryn K, July 22

Ava B, July 22

Matthew K, July 23

Abby L, July 23

Kaimarie E, July 25

Ryan P, July 26

Benjamin L, July 29

Sarah M, July 30

 

STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Macy B.

Q. What is your instrument?

A. Guitar

Q. What is your favorite instrument, other than your instrument?

A. Ukulele

Q. How long have you taken lessons at the Academy?

A. 3 years

Q. Who are some of your favorite musicians?

A. Taylor Swift, Pink, and Adele

Q. What are some of your hobbies besides music?

A. Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Ballet, and Baking

Q. What is your favorite food?

A. Cake

Q. What is your favorite subject in school?

A. History

Q. What is your favorite animal?

A. Elephants

Q. Where would you most like to visit?

A. France

Q. What is the coolest thing you have learned in your lessons?

A. Different vocal techniques

Q. Do you have any advice for other music students?

A. Have fun!

 

MUSICAL LADDER CELEBRATIONS

 
 

SUMMER REFERRAL SPECIAL!


Any referrals between June 1 - August 31 will be entered in a raffle to win a $300 gift card to Best Buy!

Check in with your friends and neighbors to see if they want to give summer lessons a try!

Drawing held September 1

 

TO THE FOLLOWING REFERRING FAMILIES


Singla Family

 

IS YOUR TEACHER SOLD OUT?

Many teachers have sold out or have limited spots available. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list. If you are not a student yet there are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings for August or September, please send an e-mail to info@academyofmusicGR.com or call the Academy office at 616-965-1655.


PIANO

Keith - SOLD OUT

Tracy - SOLD OUT

Careta - SOLD OUT

David - SOLD OUT

Ken - SOLD OUT

Chrisann - SOLD OUT Mon, 2 SPOTS Sun, Wed

Mary Beth - SOLD OUT Tues, Fri, 1 SPOT Sat

Janet - SOLD OUT

Betsy - SOLD OUT Fri, 2 SPOTS Sat


GUITAR/UKULELE

Evie - 1 SPOT Tues, Thurs


GUITAR/BASS

Carsten - SOLD OUT Thurs; 1 SPOT Mon, Wed, Fri


GUITAR/ UKULELE/ MANDOLIN

Adam - SOLD OUT Mon, 1 SPOT Tues, Wed


VOICE

Tanya - 1 SPOT Fri, Sat

Rosie - 1 SPOT Sun, Mon, Thurs

Susan L - 1 SPOT Tues

Jacqui - 2 SPOTS Wed


VOICE/ PIANO

Elia - 1 SPOT Thurs, Fri, Sat

Annie - SOLD OUT

Susan - SOLD OUT


VOICE/ PIANO/ UKULELE

Sasha - SOLD OUT


VOICE/ GUITAR/ UKULELE

Ryan - 1 SPOT Mon, Wed

Kaitlin - SOLD OUT Thurs, 1 SPOT Fri


STRINGS/ PIANO

Anne Marie - SOLD OUT


STRINGS

Anna - SOLD OUT

Alex - 1 SPOT Mon

Bea - SOLD OUT

Marlae - SOLD OUT

Tina - 1 SPOT Sun, Tues


DRUMS

Dan -1 SPOT Mon, SOLD OUT Tues, Thurs

Garrett - SOLD OUT


DRUMS/ GUITAR

Mitch - 1 SPOT Mon, Tues, Wed

Nathan - 1 SPOT Sun, Mon, Wed

Jacob - 2 SPOTS Wed

 
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JUNE NEWS

 

2018 SPRING RECITALS

Over 400 students performed in our Spring Recitals held over two weekends at the Wealthy Theatre. We are so proud of everyone who performed!

 

Academy of Music goes to Carnegie!

Congratulations to the 36 Academy performers on Carnegie Hall stage who showed us that they Dream, Believe, and Achieve!

Watch for our special Carnegie Hall newsletter in July!

 
 
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A HUGE thank you to all of the

students who participated in the Face of the

Academy Commercial Shoot!!!

 

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN AND CREATIVE FOR YOUR KIDS THIS SUMMER?

It is not too late to enroll! We have just a few spots left! Call 616-965-1655 or register online (link below) to reserve your spot before they're all filled!

BENEFITS OF SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS

  1. Daily lessons that will help your child learn faster and better.
  2. State of the art equipment and spacious classroom space.
  3. An opportunity to explore an instrument before starting private lessons.
  4. Top-notch Academy teachers who will make learning an instrument feel more like fun than practice.
  5. A family safety plan (background checks, observation windows, video cameras in every room, full-time office staff during all camps and lessons).
  6. Parent friendly services and comfortable waiting space.

For more information or to register, visit www.academyofmusicgr.com/summer-music-camps.html

Testimonial from camp parent Courtney Yarch: "My daughter attended singing camp last summer, with the help of peer pressure from a friend. In one week, she went from a fearsome girl with stage fright to a (mostly) confident young woman on stage who demonstrated such a stage presence. Within 6 weeks she signed up for ukulele lessons, and has since started voice lesson s as well. Now my youngest daughter also takes piano lessons. We love Academy of Music!"

 

PIANO GIVEAWAY

West Michigan Piano has just launched a really exciting new program as part of their mission to support music education! They will be giving away one piano each month for the remainder of 2018. To learn more follow the link below!

West Michigan Piano Giveaway

 

You can now TEXT MESSAGE the Academy of Music office at 616-965-1655

-ALSO-

More options to sign up for our weekend group make-up classes!

1. Call or text us at 965-1655

2. Email us at info@academyofmusicGR.com

3. Stop at the desk to choose a day and time 

OR CHOOSE OUR NEWEST AND EASIEST OPTION: 

4. Look for the Weekend Music Classes option on our website menu!

MAKE UP CLASS ONLINE REGISTRATION


 

NEW STUDENTS

Erica D, voice

Olivia B, guitar

Ava M, voice

Cameron W, piano

Matthew E, piano

Renee Marie L, voice

Derek H, piano

Owen T, piano

Abby W, voice

Libby W, voice

Henry V, guitar

Juliana L, violin

Omotayo A, drums

Celeste N, drums

Arielle S, piano

Zoe D, piano

Payton D, guitar

Fernando R, piano

Lindsey S, voice

Aiden L, ukulele

Reagan A, piano

Grant A, piano

Capri S, piano

Wes S, guitar

Ellis J, piano

Ashwin D, piano

Thomas B, violin

Jenna L, voice

Mason S, ukulele

Stephen S, guitar

Vivien E, piano

Emily D, piano

Ellie F, ukulele

Abby F, guitar

Mary Kay K, guitar

Meredith M, piano

Camryn P, guitar

Alexxa S, piano

Jacob S, ukulele

Gabe S, guitar

Emily B, voice

Ben A, drums

Shakhira S, drums

Miles J, guitar

June H, ukulele

Jacob L, piano

Jordan L, piano

Madelyn J, piano

Anay M, piano

Makayla R, piano

Mackenzie R, violin

Cayelin B, guitar

Killian E, drums

Isadora W, piano

Hudson B, guitar

Stella C, violin

Tayler C, June 1

Payton V, June 1

Mariella M, June 1

Aidan K, June 2

Alisa D, June 2

Janette A, June 3

Morgan B, June 4

Brooke L, June 4

Aiden H, June 4

Cohen B, June 4

Junie Z, June 6

Dean M, June 7

Anna M, June 7

Kyra V, June 7

Rylee O, June 8

Oliver A, June 9

Wesley C, June 9

Mariela M, June 9

Daniel W, June 9

R.J. L, June 11

Dylan C, June 11

Darrell S, June 14

Kate V, June 14

Olivia B, June 15

Justin B, June 15

Claudia G, June 16

Ryan B, June 16

Noah B, June 18

Vivian Z, June 18

Wayne H, June 18

Asher S, June 20

Alexa Y, June 23

Ali K, June 24

Audrey T, June 26

Jelena N, June 27

Rodrigo D, June 27

Claire M, June 29

Eden R, June 29

Penelope K, June 29

Winston C, June 30

Gwen L, June 30

 

STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Dylan L.