The Academy of Music seeks to provide quality musical instruction and performance opportunities for community members of all ages and backgrounds to develop their God-given gifts.
The Academy of Music is a community music program sponsored by the University of Northwestern Department of Music. The Academy offers private lessons, group music lessons and ensembles taught by Northwestern students, graduates and faculty.
Spring registration opens December 1st! Lessons begin the week of January 21 (No lessons on MLK Day, January 20). New registrations are accepted throughout the semester.
Registration information RegistrationCheck out our calendar to know when registration opens, recitals and concerts are scheduled and to save the dates for our summer camps.
See upcoming eventsWant to get to know the teachers who work in the Academy of Music? Our instructors are passionate about music and giving every student a solid foundation to grow musically.
Meet the instructorsAlways wanted to learn to sing? We are now offering Class Voice for beginning singers!
Learn MoreThe Academy of Music Scholarship Fund helps in enabling lower income families to participate in music instruction offered by the Academy. Donate a tax deductible gift to a worthy cause.
DonateThe Department of Music provides an environment that fosters musical and academic excellence, Christian community, and exceptional preparation for the next generation of musicians and leaders.
Learn moreThe Academy of Music only cancels lessons for bad weather when the University of Northwestern cancels events for that day. Call 651-631-5310 to find out if the campus is closed. If the student decides to cancel a lesson due to bad weather when the Northwestern campus is still open, the instructor is not obligated to make up the lesson. Call the Academy of Music office at 651-631-5108 if you have questions.
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