Hamilton-Garrett Music & Arts Academy
The Academy offers private lesson instruction in piano, voice, guitar, percussion, violin, and new to this Fall 2023 winds & brass, as well as classes in music theory, history, Black identity and experience, and more. We also host music clinics and workshops through our Visiting Artist Series.
Program Offerings
Academy I (Grades K-4)
Provides general instruction in the fundamentals of music, focusing on the Black musical tradition.
Academy II (Grades 5-8)
Provides continued instruction in musical fundamentals, along with audition preparation for high school programs in music and the arts.
Academy III (Grades 9-12)
Provides advanced instruction in music, including electives such as music technology, production, and leadership. Youth will learn first-hand, what is necessary to develop careers in music.
Our Teachers

Percussion
AJ McBride
HOURS
PRIVATE LESSONS
Tuesdays, 4:00-7:00 PM
MUSIC THEORY & COMPOSITION
Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 PM
TUITION
Starting at $400.00 Per Semester
(Semester I: October-December,
Semester II: January-June)
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Installment plans and financial aid applications are readily available. Please contact the
Hamilton-Garrett Music & Arts Academy at
musicandartsacademy@hamiltongarrett.org
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