We offer a number of group classes for pre-schoolers through adults, including music discovery, music history and music theory classes.

For children too young to begin dedicated practice on a specific instrument, this class allows them to enjoy the fun of new musical skills. more

Music History for Middle & High School Levels
Mondays, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

opens the students’ ears to the creativity of the great composers from medieval to modern periods with in-depth study of great musical works based on the musical, philosophical, historical and cultural elements of each work. The class will open students’ minds and hearts to a life-long love and appreciation of classical music.

Music History for Adults

explores different styles and elements of Western music through listening and discussion of works of the great composers. Emphasis on works to be performed each session by local Richmond orchestras. Concert attendance will conclude each in-depth study. A great opportunity to become and informed concert-goer and add insight and appreciation to the listening experience.

Music Theory for Middle & High School Levels
Mondays, 2:30pm - 3:30pm (Advanced) and 4:30pm - 5:30pm (Beginner)

gives students a working knowledge of the structure of music they can apply to their own study of an instrument or creation of original compositions.

Kids Take the Stage
Thursdays, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

In this fun and supportive class, young performers use theatre games, storytelling, song and movement to stretch their imaginations and develop their creativity. The class finishes with a final informal performance for family and friends.

Broadway Bound
Thursdays, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Learn the basics of musical theater performance! With songs and scenes from favorite Broadway shows students will sharpen their acting and singing skills while having fun with musical staging from shows such as The Lion King, Beauty & The Beast, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Wicked and Bye Bye Birdie.


Application
Sessions
Fall Semester
September-December
Spring Semester
Mid-January-May
Summer Semester
June-August
Fees
Music History Classes
(when offered)

$250 for fifteen hour long classes per semester

Music Theory Classes
(when offered)

$250 for fifteen hour long classes per semester

Preschool Music Classes

$125 for fifteen half hour classes per semester

Academy of Music

4200 Dover Road
Richmond, VA  23221
Phone: 804-353-7001
Email: academy.music@hotmail.com



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