Courses
No experience necessary!
All of our courses are designed for beginner musicians. But they don’t stay "beginners" for long. At CMA a child will learn: Piano/Keyboard Playing, Singing, Theory, Harmony, Rhythm, Note Reading, Ear Training, Composition, Ensemble Playing, Recorder, Guitar and more! Your child will be placed in the Course that corresponds with the age they begin Children's Music Academy.
Current Course Offerings
Pre-Junior
Age: 3-year-olds
Course length: 8 weeks
A fun introduction to music designed for this age child. We offer two unique, themed sessions; one in the fall and one in the spring. Parent and child will both enjoy the fun, musically instructive activities. Class length: 45 minutes.
Junior
Age: Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten
From start to graduation: 2.5 years plus a final "Graduation Year"
Our signature course for 4 1/2 and 5 year olds. This is the prime age for a child to begin their musical training. Children will be introduced to all the music fundamentals through age-appropriate activities in this highly creative and affirming environment. Parents enjoy learning right along with their child and participating in this energetic and fun class. The Junior Course ends with an inspirational and rewarding graduation ceremony.
Intermediate
Age: 1st and 2nd Graders
From start to graduation: 1.5 years plus a final "Graduation Year"
A beginner course designed especially for 6 and 7 years olds. Children will learn the acclaimed CMA curriculum, however, the program is expedited due the age a child begins the Intermediate Course. Parents participate and experience the joy of watching their child embrace new musical knowledge. Children graduating the Intermediate Course will also end with the same inspirational and rewarding graduation ceremony.
Senior
Age: 3rd-6th Graders
From start to graduation: 1.5 years
A beginner course designed specifically for 3rd-6th graders. The curriculum adapts to the older child with age-appropriate activities and teaching style. Even at this older age a child’s ear can make great progress in internalizing music. An inspiring, jubilant graduation ceremony concludes this course.
Masters
Course length: One year
This course is for our CMA graduates where they gain a deeper understanding of musical concepts and learn to work more independently. This year culminates in a graduation ceremony specifically designed for students who have earned a CMA masters degree.
Tuition Information
Tuition rates are valid for the current semester only, and *prices are subject to change. Please ask us about our sibling discount and financial program! Contact us to confirm tuition rates for your child.
Registration Fee
There is a one-time $99 registration fee per student (excludes Pre-Junior Course). This fee covers the cost of all materials including a book bag, t-shirt, music books and handouts.
Visit a free music class and receive an exclusive registration coupon!Pre-Junior Course
$190* per 8-week course, Includes registration and materials.
Junior/Intermediate/Senior Courses
Tuition is paid in ten installments of $99*
Masters Course
Tuition is paid in ten installments of $104*