Lakeside Academy

CLASS SCHEDULE

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.

Weekly classes begin Tuesday September 2nd

Final concert Tuesday November 18th

All private lessons are scheduled separately with individual instructor

CLASSES and PRICES

1 hour classes

$160/Semester

  • Crickets is a fun, effective, and affordable group-based approach designed specifically for beginners

    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 / Nina Wedge

    Violin not provided


    Why Families Love Crickets:

    🎶 Learn with Friends

    Our group setting makes learning social, supportive,

    and enjoyable.

    🎯 Effective & Engaging.

    Our method helps students build a beautiful sound and accurate intonation — all while having fun!

    💰 Cost-Effective

    No private lessons needed! This all-in-one class gives beginners everything they need to succeed.

    😊 Joyful Musicianship

    We focus on inspiring kids to love music —

    no nagging, no pressure.

    Join today for a fun, encouraging, and affordable start to violin!

    📍 Location: Cedar Lake Indiana or start a Cricket Pod at your home.

  • 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

    Bullfrogs is a fun, effective, and affordable group-based approach designed specifically for beginners

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    Why Families Love Bullfrogs

    🎶 Learn with Friends

    Our group setting makes learning social,

    supportive, and enjoyable.

    🎯 Effective & Engaging.

    Our method helps students build a beautiful sound and accurate intonation — all while having fun!

  • For students with a foundation in music theory.

    Taught by Sarah Keister.

  • Age 7 and up.

    No experience in choir required.

    Taught Dr. Melody Smith and Sarah Keister - covering Contemporary and Classical repertoire.

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

    Conductor, Patricia White

  • Led by Benton Wedge / Nina Wedge

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

  • Led by Andrew Anderson

    Perfect for graduates of the Crickets and Bullfrogs

  • Perfect for students advancing from The Pond - Beginning Orchestra

  • A class for those who wish to begin playing guitar - Taught by Joel Hickman

    Students will work through a Level 1 guitar book, learning:

    • Basic songs • Notes in 1st position • Essential chords

    🎼 Classical Technique

    Step-by-step instruction in proper left and right-hand

    classical guitar methods.

    🤝 Play Together

    Ensemble practice and performance are part of every class — helping students build confidence and musicianship in a fun, supportive group setting. Ages 10 and up

    All classes begin Tuesday September 2nd

    at Lakeside Artists Academy

*Prices reflect the total price for the semester, not individual class times.

1 and 1/2 hour classes

$185/Semester

  • 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.

  • Conductor, Benton Wedge

    For advanced students who want a challenge

    Accepting strings and woodwinds

30 minute classes

$75/Semester

  • Good for complete beginners.

    Taught by Sarah Keister

    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.

45 minute classes

$110/Semster

  • 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!

Payment, and Waiver Signature Due at first Class.

All classes are held at Lighthouse Church [13419 Parrish Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303, United States]

REQUIRED FEES

Insurance and Copy Fees

$25/student

DISCOUNTS

MULTI-CLASS

Families with more than one student attending and taking 4 or more classes are eligible for this discount.

$10
off
per
class!

(Not applicable for 30 minute classes)

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