Georgia Academy of Dance
& the Performing Arts
Mailing Address: PO Box 3163 Peachtree City, GA 30269
453 Hwy 74 South, Peachtree City, GA
1111 Lower Fayetteville Rd, Newnan, GA
770-631-3128

 

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MUSIC

 

Enhancing our Youth Through Music


Piano, Voice, Acoustic Guitar, Classical Guitar,
Violin, Viola, Cello, Musical Theater

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Why private lessons?
This enables the student to have a far superior atmosphere of learning. It enables the student to learn at their own pace and instructors can work on individual weaknesses and strengths.
Private lessons offers a great opportunity for in-school band and orchestra students to enhance their technique and progress at a much faster pace - without the intimation of a large group setting.

Will students perform?
Yes - Recitals will be conducted at least once per year

Will students participate in competitions?
The instructor will select intermediate to advanced students to participate in Music Teachers National Association yearly competitions.

Where will the lessons be conducted?
All music and voice lessons will be conducted in private music rooms with viewing windows at Georgia Academy of Dance & the Performing Arts

What age should my child start music lessons? 


Piano - Age 6 & up
This class involves learning all of the fundamentals of playing the piano and reading music

- Acoustic Guitar - Ages 8 & up
This class involves learning all the fundamentals of playing the guitar - basic techniques of position, fingering, chords and reading music
This class is also offered in small group settings of 6 students.

- Classical Guitar - Ages 11 & up
This class involves learning the advanced concepts of finger style guitar and reading music

Introduction to Voice – Ages 6, 7 & 8
This class involves instruction in building foundations that last and developing essential skills for growing voices.

- Voice – Ages 9 and up
This class involves instruction in building a foundation, developing proper singing techniques and ensuring the proper use of the voice (posture, breathing, warm-ups, tone, diction, rhythm, etc.)

-Advanced Voice Instruction - Ages 13 & up
 for the serious voice student - beginner to advanced

-Strings - Ages 4-17
Instruments:
All Strings (Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass)
Musical Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Contemporary, Blue Grass/Fiddle
String Method:
Traditional Violin method (Suzuki method is not used)

Levels:
Beginner Level
- This class involves learning all the fundamentals of playing a string instrument - basic techniques of position, fingering, note reading, rhythmic reading, and ear training.

Intermediate Level
- This class involves learning technical aspects of string playing -  finger positions and shifting, vibrato, rhythmic reading, scales and arpeggios (1octave), ear training,shifting, bow styles, and Music Theory.

Advance Level
-  This class explores more advance technical skills and nuances of string playing -  shifting (beyond third position), vibrato, rhythmic and melodic improv, scales and arpeggios (2octaves and above), ear training, artistic expression, musical styles & genres, bow styles, and advance Music Theory and History.

Eric Clay - Piano/Guitar 
$95.00 per month for weekly 1/2 hour private lessons
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Rachel Bowen
- Voice 
$95.00 per month for weekly 1/2 hour private lessons

Christina Sampson
- Strings
$95.00 per month for weekly 1/2 hour private lessons

Jamie Collier - Voice/Musical Theatre
$95.00 per month for weekly 1/2 hour private lessons

Dr. Franklin Green - Voice
(
ages 13 & up only - Advanced only)
$120.00 per month for weekly 1/2 hour private lessons

See Music Educators bios below
$25.00 Registration Fee is due upon registering for classes
for each season

 

To register for Music Programs Click Here

Summer Music Programs

Classes may be scheduled for 1/2 hour weekly private lessons in piano, guitar, voice, strings and musical theater

or

Children’s Choir Intensive

Ages 6 and up. The choir program teaches vocal basics in a fun group session.
Students learn proper warm-up and breathing exercises, and an introduction to  
harmony. The choir works on a wide range of musical styles from contemporary Disney songs to historical folk songs and classical choral songs.  One hour daily sessions.  Admission is by audition.
Class minimum is 5. Class maximum is 12.

Session One
Ten Classes, 1 hr each
June 21st - July 2nd
Mon-Fri
10am-11:am
Tuition - $120.00

Session Two
Ten Classes, 1 hr each
July 12th-23rd
Mon-Fri
3:00-4:00pm
Tuition - $120.00



Musical Theatre Intensive


Ages 7 & up. This program teaches more advanced vocal technique and material in a fun group session coupled with dance routines. The intensive will consists of a wide range of musical styles from contemporary Disney songs to broadway classics. Two forty five minute daily sessions, one focused on vocal component, the other on the dance routine. Admission is by audition.
Class minimum is 5. Class maximum is 12.

Musical Theatre Intensive
Session One
Ten classes, ninety minutes each (45 min voice, 45 min dance)
June 21 - July 2
M-F, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Tuition: $175


Musical Theatre Intensive
Session Two
Ten classes, ninety minutes each (45 min voice, 45 min dance)
July 12 - July 23
M-F, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuition: $175



Chamber Music Intensive

Ages 7 and up. The chamber music ensemble program teaches classical music in a fun group se
ssion.  Students learn proper warm-up, tuning and rhythm exercises.  The ensemble works on preparing students for participation in orchestra and symphony groups.  One hour daily sessions.  Admission is by audition. Class minimum is 3. Class maximum is 5.



Chamber Music Intensive
Session One
Ten classes, one hour each
June 21 - July 2
M-F, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuition: $120

Chamber Music Intensive
Session Two
Ten classes, one hour each
July 12 - July 23
M-F, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuition: $120


Jazz Music Ensemble Intensive

Ages 7 and up. The jazz ensemble program teaches jazz music in a fun group session.  Students learn proper warm-up, tuning and rhythm exercises.  The ensemble works on preparing students for participation in jazz and modern music groups.  One hour daily sessions.  Admission is by audition.
Class minimum is 3. Class maximum is 5.


Jazz Ensemble Intensive
Session One
Ten classes, one hour each
June 21 - July 2
M-F, 11:00 am - 12:00 noon
Tuition: $120

Jazz Ensemble Intensive
Session Two
Ten classes, one hour each
July 12 - July 23
M-F, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuition: $120




To register for Summer Music Programs Click Here

Withdrawal from music lessons must be done in writing with a 30 day notice

 


MUSIC EDUCATORS

 



Eric Clay

Piano, Acoustic, Classical  & Electric Guitar

Eric Clay has nineteen years experience as a professional musician and music educator. Several of his former students are music teachers and industry professionals. In addition, Mr. Clay is also a mentor to beginning music educators. His instruction is well rounded with emphasis on performance skills and music theory. Mr. Clay is currently studying jazz and holiday music and maintains a professional music studio in his home. Mr. Clay also enjoys years of experience as an accompanist for church and school functions.
Mr. Clay's students will have the opportunity to participate in recitals and competitions.
Mr. Clay offers instruction in songwriting and composition to any students interested in enhancing their music education.

Mr. Clay holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and is planning to attend University of West Georgia to obtain his master’s degree in Elementary Education.




Dr. Franklin Green

Advanced Voice

Dr. Franklin Green has degrees from the University of Georgia and the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.  During his career, he has served as a church musician, public school choral director, and college professor.  He served on the voice faculty for Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville.  His choirs have been nationally recognized, singing for state, regional, and national conventions for choral directors.  He was formerly a member of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus and the ASO Chamber Chorus under the direction of Robert Shaw.  Dr. Green has been a guest soloist with many regional colleges, universities, and choral societies and is sought after as a judge and clinician.  He currently teaches privately and directs the Georgia Singers.  Georgia Singers, Inc. is a Georgia Non-Profit Corporation which sponsors two community choirs for young women from grade 7 through young adults with fifty members.  Dr. Green is also the Coordinator of the Lexus Scholarships for the Stars program which annually provides $25,000 in college scholarships for future music majors from Fayette County.  Dr. Green is a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) and on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Division of the American Choral Director’s Association (ACDA).



Rachel Bowen
Voice - all levels

Ms. Bowen is a graduate of Atlanta Christian College with a degree in music. Her specialization is vocal performance and pedagogy. She teaches her students proper posture, breathing, diction, and correction of various vocal faults. Ms. Bowen's students study all genres of music and learn music theory to assist them in becoming a well rounded musician. Ms. Bowen also focuses on the performance aspect of singing. She teaches the importance of connecting with the audience and conveying a message through song. Ms. Bowen has competed and placed in various vocal competitions which includes From the Ground Up hosted by Alicia Keys. She has toured the southeast showcasing her talents at various events. Ms. Bowen was a member of One Accord - Atlanta Christian College's twelve member audition only ensemble. She also received the Excellence in Musical Performance award while in college. She currently works with the children's choir at her church and assists with children's musicals and performances.

 

Christina Sampson
Strings
Violin, Viola, Cello

Ms. Sampson has a solid background in music education with strong emphasis in Music Theory, History, String and Vocal Performance. She is skilled in developing and implementing Orchestra and Choral program curriculums and in preparing ensembles for competitions at both the local and national levels.
She is a graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education. She also holds a Masters of Education  from Central Michigan University.
Ms. Sampson is also a Certified Music Educator in the state of Georgia for
Pre-K thru 12 grade for all levels of instruction.
Ms. Sampson has performed professionally with such dynamic musical artists as
Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson.
Presently, Ms. Sampson teaches music for the Henry County school system.

 


 

By Email: info@gadance.com

Georgia Academy of Dance
& the Performing Arts
Mailing Address: PO Box 3163 Peachtree City, GA 30269
453 Hwy 74 South, Peachtree City, GA
1111 Lower Fayetteville Rd, Newnan, GA
770-631-3128
 

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