Music Classes

Ages 4–Adult 

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Learn how to sing, play piano, guitar, and more—and explore composition and music theory—in these fun and enriching in-person 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.


Spring 2024 Registration is closed, however, Summer 2024 Registration is now open!

Spring 2024

Early Childhood

Music Adventures

Ages 4-6

Tuesdays, 4:30 – 5:15 pm (6 weeks)

Session A: February 13 – March 19, 2024

Session B: April 2 – May 7, 2024

Guitar

Adult Guitar Level 1

Ages 18+

Mondays 6:30 – 7:30 pm

February 12 – May 6, 2024 (12 weeks)

Adult Guitar Level 2

Ages 18+

Mondays, 7:45 – 8:45 pm

February 12 – May 6, 2024 (12 weeks)

Piano

Piano Level 1 for Adults

Ages 18+

Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

February 22 – May 16, 2024 (12 weeks)

Piano Level 1 for Adults 55+

Ages 55+

Wednesdays, 10:15 am – 11:15 pm

February 14 – May 8, 2024 (11 weeks)

Intermediate Piano for Adults 55+

Ages 55+

Wednesdays, 1:00 – 2:00 pm

February 14 – May 8, 2024 (11 weeks)

Piano Level 2 for Adults

Ages 18+

Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:30 pm

February 22 – May 16, 2024 (12 weeks)

Piano Level 2 for Adults 55+

Ages 55+

Wednesdays, 11:15 – 12:15 pm

February 14 – May 8, 2024 (11 weeks)

Voice

Foundations in Singing

Musical Theater

Ages 9-12

Mondays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm

March 18 – May 13, 2024 (8 weeks)

Explorations in Singing

Musical Theater

Ages 13-18

Mondays, 6:45 – 7:45 pm

March 18 – May 13, 2024 (8 weeks)

Voice for Adults

Ages 18+

Mondays, 7:45 – 8:45 pm

March 18 – May 13, 2024 (8 weeks)

Fall 2023

Piano (Closed)
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Piano Discoveries (4 Sections)

Ages 5-6 & 7-9

Wednesdays, 4:45 – 5:30 pm or 5:45 – 6:30 pm (Waitlist)

or Thursday, 4:30 – 5:15 pm or 5:30 – 6:15 pm (Waitlist)

September 13, 2023 – May 9, 2024

Closed

Violin (Closed)

Violin Beginnings

Ages 4-6 & 5-8

Tuesdays, 5:15 – 6:15 pm or 6:30 – 7:30 pm

September 12, 2023 – May 7, 2024

Closed