Musicianship Class

Are you interested in gaining extensive and comprehensive knowledge of the musical arts? Do that here.

The Music Academy is proud to be the only community music school in the state of Missouri to include Musicianship Classes in the regular enrollment fee for students in grades 1-12. Musicianship classes without private lessons can be taken for $80. Our progressive and comprehensive curriculum reinforces the basic skills needed for music study, including theory, ear training, sight singing, and the exploration of various composers and styles of music. During the spring semester, students use skills learned to compose their music for possible performance on a spring recital. Classes are taught in a fun atmosphere that encourages students to use their creative abilities. The curriculum is covered in seven levels, so students are not expected to progress to a new level every year.

Each new student (or returning student who is new to the Musicianship Class) will be evaluated at a placement session to determine the most appropriate class according to age and ability. First and second-grade beginners will automatically be enrolled in the Level 1 class for fall and do not have to attend the Placement Session. New students in these grades who enroll in January will be evaluated to determine if an appropriate class is available. Generally, these beginners will wait and begin Musicianship the next fall.