Lakeside Academy

Would you like to study an instrument? Take part in an ensemble? What is your artistic dream? Lakeside Academy offers Beginning and Advanced String Ensembles, Chamber Groups, Choir and Composition. Private lessons are also available with our experienced guild members or student teachers.

CLASSES and PRICES

1 hour classes

$150/Class

  • All the benefits of a private lesson taught in a group!

    Age 7 and older, complete beginners, or a little experience with violin

    Taught by Benton Wedge.

    Violin not provided
    2:30 - 3:30

  • All the benefits of a private lesson taught in a group!

    Age 7 and older.

    Taught by Patricia White, member of NWI Symphony.

    Cello not provided
    3:30-4:30

  • For students with a foundation in music theory.

    Taught by Sarah Keister.

    3:30-4:30

  • Age 7 and up.

    No experience in choir required.

    Taught Dr. Melody Smith and Sarah Keister - covering Contemporary and Classical repertoire.
    5:00-6:00

  • Book 3 Suzuki level or equivalent and comfortable with basic note reading

    Conductor, Patricia White

    6:00-7:00

  • Led by Benton Wedge / Tali Harris

    A second level of the Crickets Violin class for students who are ready for more challenging repertoire.

    3:30-4:30

  • Led by Benton Wedge / Tali Harris

    Perfect for graduates of the Crickets and Bullfrogs

    3:30-4:30

  • Led by Lane Keister

    Advanced Study class, includes additional fees and homework, open to High School and Middle School.

    8 Participant Minimum
    3:30-4:30

  • Perfect for students advancing from The Pond - Beginning Orchestra


    2:30-3:30

1 and 1/2 hour classes

$175/Class

DISCOUNTS
POSSIBLE!

  • Experience in choir is heavily recommended, but not required.

    Taught by Lane Keister.

    First half hour covers note reading and vocal technique. Last hour covers contemporary and classical repertoire.

    4:30-6:00

  • Conductor, Benton Wedge

    For advanced students who want a challenge

    Accepting strings and woodwinds
    6:00-7:30

DISCOUNTS
POSSIBLE!

30 minute classes

$75/Class

  • Good for complete beginners.

    Taught by Dr. Melody Smith.

    Music fundamentals class lays the foundation to strong music literacy. Beginning music students will learn the basics of music notation: the staff, pitches, note values, and scales.

    Practice of these skills will be provided through simple sight-reading, ear-training, and part-singing such as rounds and partner songs – skills which provide instant enjoyment and a sense of accomplishment.

    Lastly, a music history component enriches students’ appreciation of serious music through the ages. Students will gain an understanding of the forms, techniques, and compositional terms utilized through the various eras of classical music, and also learn about the stories behind the compositions.

    4:30-5:00

45 minute classes

$100/class

  • Conductor, Patricia White

    Academy Cello Ensemble is a cello celebration- we play music specifically written and arranged for cellos to play together as a group. This Ensemble is open to all cellists through high school age. We cannot accept absolute beginners, but apart from that, every playing level will be accommodated!

    7:00-7:30