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.

  • 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.

    1:30 to 2:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake

    Violin not provided

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

    Age 7 and older.

    Taught by Patricia White, member of NWI Symphony.

    2:30 to 3:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake.

    Cello not provided

  • Explore music with your little friends!

    Age 4-7

    3:00-3:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake

  • Good for complete beginners.

    Taught by Dr. Melody Smith.

    4 to 4:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake.


    SUMMARY:

    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.

  • Student with a foundation in music theory.

    Taught by Sarah Keister.

    3:30 to 4:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church, Cedar Lake.

  • Taught by Ben Wedge.

    3:30 to 4:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church, Cedar Lake.

  • Age 7 and up.

    No experience in choir required.

    Half the class taught by Dr. Melody Smith, covering contemporary repertoire - Half the class taught by Sarah Keister, covering classical repertoire.

    4:30 to 5:30 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake.

  • Experience in choir is heavily reccommended, 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 to 6:00 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake

  • Book 3 or equivalent and comfortable with basic note reading

    Conductor, Patricia White

    6:00 to 7:00 on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake.

  • Conductor, Patricia White

    7-7:30pm on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake.

    SUMMARY:

    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!

  • Conductor, Benton Wedge

    For advanced students who want a challenge

    Accepting strings and woodwinds

    6 to 7:30 pm on Tuesdays at Lighthouse Church Cedar Lake.