Music Classes for Ages Four to Adult
Overview
Learn how to sing, play piano, guitar, and more in fun and enriching music classes! All of our faculty members are highly dedicated and experienced musicians who strive to provide the highest level of instruction while creating a supportive relationship with our students. Whether you live near or far, our programs will connect you with George Mason University faculty, professional teaching artists, and experienced music educators.
Should I select group classes or private lessons?
Students are welcome to start their musical studies with a private instructor. When possible, the Academy recommends that beginners start with specific music classes before progressing to Private Lessons.
We offer multi-level beginner and intermediate group classes for young students and adults in piano, violin, and guitar. We also offer group classes in special topics for current private lesson students seeking to supplement their studies. Most teachers recommend for voice students to begin private lessons once a student’s voice is fully developed after puberty.
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Fall 2026
Registration Opens July 1 at 9:00 a.m.
Additional Classes Coming Soon
Homeschool Music
Piano
Spring 2026 (Closed)
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Early Childhood
Music Adventures (Closed)
Ages 4–6
Mondays, 5:45–6:30 p.m.
Session A: February 9–March 16, 2026 (six weeks)
Session B: April 6–May 11, 2026 (six weeks)
Chamber Music
Guitar and Ukulele
Guitar Level 1 for Adults (Waitlist)
Ages 18+
Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
February 9–May 4, 2026 (12 weeks)
Guitar Level 2 for Adults (Closed)
Ages 18+
Mondays, 7:45–8:45 p.m.
February 9–May 4, 2026 (12 weeks)
Piano
Piano Level 1 for Adults (Closed)
Ages 18+
Thursdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
February 12–May 7, 2026 (12 weeks)
Piano Level 2 for Adults (Closed)
Ages 18+
Thursdays, 7:30–8:30 p.m.
February 12–May 7, 2026 (12 weeks)
Beginner Piano Level 1 for Adults 55+ (Closed)
Ages 55+
Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m.
February 4–May 6, 2026 (11 weeks)
Intermediate Piano Level 1 for Adults 55+ (Closed)
Ages 55+
Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to noon
February 4–May 6, 2026 (11 weeks)
Beginner Piano Level 2 for Adults 55+ (Closed)
Ages 55+
Wednesdays, 10–11 a.m.
February 4–May 6, 2026 (11 weeks)
Intermediate Piano Level 2 for Adults 55+ (Closed)
Ages 55+
Wednesdays, 1–2 p.m.
February 4 –May 6, 2026 (11 weeks)
Musical Theater
Ages 7–10 and 11–14
Thursdays, 4:30–5:30 and 5:45–6:45 p.m.
March 12–May 14, 2026
Voice
Foundations in Singing (Closed)
Ages 9–12
Tuesdays, 4:45–5:30 p.m.
February 10–April 14, 2026 (eight weeks)
Explorations in Singing (Closed)
Ages 13–18
Tuesdays, 5:45–6:30 p.m.
February 10–April 14, 2026 (eight weeks)
