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.
Due to the circumstances of COVID-19, all lessons will be taught remotely and/or virtually until May 31st.
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.
Applications and registration for our summer camps open March 1st and our summer lesson registration opens May 1st! For more information, check out our summer camp page.
Registration information RegistrationA camp designed for high schoolers in pursuit of vocal excellence.
Learn MoreWant 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 instructorsCheck out our calendar to know when registration opens, recitals and concerts are scheduled and to save the dates for our summer camps.
See upcoming eventsThe 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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