Monthly Newsletter
Update From Director John Dewey!
Read the latest update from Director John Dewey:
Can you believe summer is winding down? Neither can we! But don’t worry, the fun isn’t over. We’re gearing up for another fantastic school year of music-making, and we can’t wait to see all your smiling faces.
Want to be a rock star? Join us on Sunday, August 18th, at Jackson Field to perform the National Anthem at the Lugnuts game! All students are welcome. Please sign up at the front desk as soon as possible. Students get in free, and additional tickets are $12.
Speaking of new beginnings, back-to-school season is in full swing! We’re excited to offer a special Back to School package for all new students! This amazing package includes valuable back-to-school supplies worth $75. Don’t miss out on this incredible offer!
Skip the line and sign up now!
And let’s not forget our recent Crazy Hat Week! We had a blast seeing all your wild and wacky creations. From towering top hats to alien antennae, you guys rocked it! Spinning the prize wheel was the cherry on top. Stay tuned for our next theme week – it’s going to be epic!
See you soon, music makers!
John Dewey
Director
Crazy Hat Week Photo Highlights!
OKEMOS MUSIC ACADEMY RECEIVES THE 2024 BEST OF OKEMOS AWARDS!
We are very honored to have received this award and want to thank our Okemos Music Academy families, staff, teachers, and most importantly, our amazing students!
MUSICAL LADDER SYSTEM®
WELCOME NEW STUDENTS!
Please welcome our new students!
Lawrence B.
Lucille A.
Kara T.
Jordan R.
Benjamin B.
Kevin H.
Summit H.
Bay G.
David E.
Niharika S.
Akilah M.
Cheryl E.
Ray T.
Alexander C.
Alyiah B.
Anika M.
Misty S.
Jack M.
Campbell C.
Addison C.
Ryan S.
Lauren S.
Brad B.
Karen J.
Mason B.
Ashlynn Z.
Sophia B.
Michelle B.
Rylee H.
Mattie H.
Anisha D.
Saritha S.
Ranuga S.
Anka C.
Victor R.
Cody G.
Ryan Y.
Beatrice D.
Daniel V.
Josh F.
Welcome and thank you for being a part of Okemos Music Academy!
WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR LESSONS!:
“My kids absolutely love their experience at Okemos Music Academy! One has piano with Susan, and another has guitar lessons with Adam. It is such a wonderful experience for my daughters.”
-Adela Rivera, Holt, MI 7/25/2024
“His lessons are going great. He loves coming. Thank you!”
-Olivia Hyatt, Lansing, MI 7/25/2024
“Steve has been great! I greatly enjoy working with him and appreciate his talent and experience.”
-Chris Boylan, Okemos, MI 7/22/2024
“Things are going really well with Gary. She really loves coming to her lessons, and we’ve seen improvement in her performance, too!”
-Angela Straus, DeWitt, MI 7/15/2024
Thank you to all who have provided us with feedback about your lessons. We appreciate you being a part of our academy!
Is Your Teacher Sold Out?
Many teachers have sold out. 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.
VOICE:
Gerardo de la Torre: SOLD OUT
Melissa Carter: Monday: 2 Spots Left
Shelly Gleason: Monday: 1 Spot Left
Catharine Harrell: Saturday: 1 Spot Left
GUITAR:
Jacob Hampton: Wednesday: 3 Spots Left
Steve Pinckney: Monday: 1 Spot Left
Jim Pinckney: Wednesday: 3 Spots Left
Matt Poirier: Friday: 3 Spots Left
Sebastian Quesada: Tuesday: 2 Spots Left
Adam Meinerding: Thursday: 2 Spots Left
PIANO:
Kelly Bohan: Thursdays: 3 Spots Left
Kenzie Kim: Tuesdays: 6 Spots Left (Starting 8/20)
Kathy Yun: Friday: 1 Spot Left
Shelby Host: Wednesday: 4 Spots Left
Susan Froman: SOLD OUT
Fred Issac: Saturday: 2 Spots Left
Maura Drinkert: Sunday: 3 Spots Left
Lily Chen: Saturday: 4 Spots Left
DRUMS:
Geoff Lewis: Monday: 1 Spot Left
Kayden Spring: Saturdays: 3 Spots Left
STRINGS (Violin/Viola):
Farangiz Takhirova: Tuesday: 3 Spots Left
Peter Kent: Wednesday: 3 Spots Left
Alirna Korieva: Saturday: 2 Spots Left
WOODWINDS (Saxophone/Clarinet/Flute):
Gary Clavette: SOLD OUT
Elyor Gofurov: Friday: 5 Spots Left
John Khaydarov: Tuesday: 6 Spots Left
BRASS (Trombone, French Horn, Trumpet):
Joe Schmidt: SOLD OUT
Upcoming Dates
7th Annual National Anthem Performance at Jackson Field
Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Labor Day-CLOSED
Monday, September 2nd, 2024
Thanksgiving Day-CLOSED
Thursday, November 28th, 2024
IT'S EASY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP.
IT’S EASY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP.
Ready to start? You have nothing to lose.
Sign-up is easy and parent-friendly, with helpful staff at the front desk seven days a week to serve you. Because we only offer lessons on a month-to-month basis, there are no large upfront payments, no complicated contracts, no annual material or performance fees, and no semester minimums.
Lessons are first come, first serve, so visit www.LansingMusicLessons.com and select “Register Now”, or contact us today to arrange your first lesson!
Lessons are available seven days a week and are scheduled once a week.
A one-time registration fee of $30 per student (maximum $60 per family) is due only at the time of registration.
Lesson & Office Hours
Mon-Thurs
10:30am – 8:30pm
Fridays
12:30pm – 7:00pm
Saturdays
9:00am – 3:00pm
Sundays
12:00pm – 5:00pm
Okemos Music Academy
(517)664-1110
2220 University Park Dr.
Okemos, MI 48864
