Music Offerings

Check frequently for updates, or call the business office at (910) 484-1041.

Private lessons are offered in voice and a wide assortment of instruments including piano, organ, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and guitar. These lessons are designed for one-on-one instructional time between the teacher and student, where the student’s lessons are individualized and his/her learning needs prioritized.
Instructor: Various, see Instructors page

Group piano for young beginners (ages 4-5 years) focusing on the fundamentals of playing piano, reading music, and playing in a group setting. This class will include activities, coloring, and more for the young pianist!
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Class piano for beginners focusing on the fundamentals of playing piano, reading music, and rhythm. This class will utilize Alfred beginning piano books and will be separated into age groups (6-8 years and 9-12 years).
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Piano Choir will provide instruction and unique opportunity for piano students to play piano with up to 8 other people in ensemble. Ensemble playing builds self-confidence through group reinforcement of parts, strengthens internal steady beat, develops musicianship, and brings enjoyment through the cumulative sounds of multiple parts played simultaneously.
Instructor: Donna Davenport

These classes will offer instruction on the fundamental techniques for each band/orchestra instrument, as well as provide experience playing in an ensemble. Students will need to obtain their own instruments for these classes. An open house will be held in early August for registered students. Information about how and where to obtain the selected instruments will be shared at this open house.
Instructor: Geoffrey White

These classes will offer instruction on the fundamental techniques for guitar, as well as provide experience playing in an ensemble. Students will need to obtain their own guitars for these classes. 
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Preschoolers will learn to connect themselves to God and His world through songs, Bible stories, and musical activities. This class is a wonderful introduction to the joy of music for young children, ages 3-5 years old. Parents are welcome!
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

This class will prepare students for private lessons on any instrument, and/or will serve as supplemental instruction to private lessons. The focus will be on learning and improving note-reading and rhythm-reading in fun and innovative ways! This group class also focuses on ensemble playing with and against different parts, and participants are guaranteed to strengthen their music reading skills and independence!
Instructors: Carey Sleeman, Rhonda Stephens

Beginner students aged 7-9, grouped in a class with only violins and violas, or in a class with only cellos. Enjoy making music through introduction to playing a stringed orchestra instrument in a class setting where everyone is learning the same instrument together. Good preparation for orchestra!
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Open to adults of all ages, beginners or players with experience! Instrumentation includes violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
Enjoy learning and playing music with others.
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

For toddlers through age 8, our dance classes focus on the fundamentals of body position, proper alignment, and musicality! For more information, and to see the dance class schedule, go to the “Available Classes” tab at the top of this page and select “Dance” from the drop-down menu!
Instructor: Mary-Anne Greene

Kindermusik is multi-sensory learning that explores motor skills and vocabulary with the active participation in class by the child’s parent or caregiver! For ages birth through age 4, our Kindermusik Top Program in 2022 is taught by our licensed, award-winning Kindermusik Maestro instructor.  For more information, and to see the Kindermusik class schedule, go to the “Available Classes” tab at the top of this page and select “Kindermusik” from the drop-down menu!
Instructor: Kerri Hurley

30 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $431.48

45 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $647.22

60 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $862.96

Tuition: $168.00 ($161.00 + $7.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters

3-5 Year Olds:
Mondays 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Preschoolers will learn to connect themselves to God and His world through songs, Bible stories, and musical activities. This class is a wonderful introduction to the joy of music for young children, ages 3-5 years old. Parents are welcome!
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)
All adults ages 18 and older are welcome! All levels of experience
are welcome! Adults will experience the joy of making music together
with bowed string instruments: violins, violas, cellos, double basses.
Time and Day TBA
Ages: 18+
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Tuition: $255.02 ($230.02 + $25.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Students, ages 7-9 years,  will be able to
learn the basics of playing a violin or viola in a group setting.
No prior experience is necessary. Just bring your violin or viola!
Tuesdays from 3:30 – 4:20 PM
**(Beginners only!)**
**(Continuing students--must have completed 1 semester of group strings class at Snyder Music Academy)**
Ages: 7-9 years
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Tuition: $333.26 ($288.26 + $45.00 materials fee)
Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:15 (continuation from Spring 2024!)
Ages: 6-8 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Tuition: $333.26 ($288.26 + $45.00 materials fee)
Day/Time TBA, based on interest
Ages: 9-12 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Tuition: $333.26 ($288.26 + $45.00 materials fee)
Tuesdays 3:00 - 3:45 PM
SLC Students Welcome!
Group piano for young beginners (ages 4-5 years) focusing on the fundamentals of playing piano, reading music, and playing in a group setting. This class will include activities, coloring, and more for the young pianist!
Ages: 4-5 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Tuition: $285.02 ($230.02 + $55.00 materials fee)
*currently enrolled private piano students eligible for discounted rate
For elementary-age students through adults
Prerequisite: 2 years of private piano instruction or evaluation by instructor
Mondays from 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Tuesdays from 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
*more times available per waitlist, call business office for more information
Instructor: Donna Davenport

Tuition: $168.00 ($161.00 + $7.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters

3-5 Year Olds:
Mondays 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Preschoolers will learn to connect themselves to God and His world through songs, Bible stories, and musical activities. This class is a wonderful introduction to the joy of music for young children, ages 3-5 years old. Parents are welcome!
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

Tuition: $297.22 ($257.22 + $40.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
This class is designed for parents and children aged 6+ with no previous musical experience to learn the basics of playing the piano. Group learning and making music together will make this a fun musical experience for everyone!

Tuesdays from 8:30 - 9:15 AM
*Minimum age: 6 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Tuition: $297.22 ($257.22 + $40.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
This class is designed for parents and children aged 6+ who have completed the Homeschool Group Piano I class.  This class will expand on  the basics of playing the piano and will help students increase their piano proficiency and music reading skills. Group learning and making music together will continue making this a fun musical experience for everyone!

Tuesday from 9:30 - 10:15 AM
(This is a continuation from Friday class during Spring Semester 2024)
*Minimum age: 6 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Tuition: $260.02 (230.02 + $30.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Group class for 1st – 5th graders who are at a
beginning level of music reading experience.
*Parents may register and learn along with their child!
Fridays 10:00 – 10:50 AM
Fridays 11:00 – 11:50 AM
Instructors: Carey Sleeman
Rhonda Stephens

Tuition: $260.02 (230.02 + $30.00 materials fee)
Group class for ages adults18+ who are at a
beginning level of music reading experience.
Day and Time TBA
Ages 18+
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Tuition: $285.02 ($230.02 + $55.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
For elementary-age students through adults *(currently enrolled private piano students eligible for discounted rate)
Prerequisite: 2 years of private piano instruction or evaluation by instructor
Mondays from 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Tuesdays from 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Instructor: Donna Davenport

Tuition: $255.02 ($230.02 + $25.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Group class for ages 7-9, students will be able to
learn the basics of playing a violin or viola in a group setting.
No prior experience is necessary, just bring your violin or viola!
Tuesdays from 3:30 – 4:20 PM
Wednesdays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
Ages: 7-9
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Fridays from 9:00 – 9:50 AM

Beginning Band Woodwinds is a course offered to students as an opportunity to learn the basic skills necessary to play a band instrument and to function as an ensemble member.  Foundational principles of sight-reading, ensemble participation, music theory, history, and cultural influences are introduced as a part of this course, and technical skills and other music fundamentals are incorporated into the study of individual instruments and ensemble rehearsal activities.  Learning how to read music is an important aspect of the beginning band experience. Instruction is offered for the following woodwind instruments: flute, clarinet, and alto saxophone. Other woodwind instruments may be selected with the permission of the director.  Performance opportunities may include recitals sponsored by the Snyder Music Academy, and will be publicized at least one month in advance of the performance.
 
Minimum age:  11 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Fridays from 10:00 – 10:50 AM

     Beginning Band Brass is a structured course offered to students as an opportunity to learn the basic skills necessary to play a band instrument and to function as an ensemble member.  Foundational principles of sight-reading, ensemble participation, music theory, history, and cultural influences are introduced as a part of this course, and technical skills and other music fundamentals are incorporated into the study of individual instruments and ensemble rehearsal activities.  Learning to read music is an important aspect of the beginning band experience. Instruction is offered for the following instruments: trumpet and trombone. Other brass instruments may be selected with the permission of the director.  Performance opportunities may include recitals sponsored by the Snyder Music Academy, and will be publicized at least one month in advance of the performance.

Minimum age:  11 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Fridays from 11:00 – 11:50 AM

Beginning Band Percussion is a structured course offered to students as an opportunity to learn the basic skills necessary to play band/orchestral percussion instruments and to function as an ensemble member.  Foundational principles of sight-reading, ensemble participation, music theory, history, and cultural influences are introduced as a part of this course, and technical skills and other music fundamentals are incorporated into the study of individual instruments and ensemble rehearsal activities.  Learning to read music is an important aspect of the beginning band experience. Instruction is offered for keyboard percussion (bell kit) and snare drum.   Performance opportunities may include recitals sponsored by the Snyder Music Academy, and will be publicized at least one month in advance of the performance.
 
Minimum age:  11 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Fridays from 1:00 – 1:50 PM

2nd Year Band offers the development and continuation of musical skills achieved at the beginning level, in a full-band setting.  This course will concentrate on the advancement of playing techniques, and musical knowledge appropriate to the level of band literature being performed at this stage of development.  The instrumentation may be expanded according to student interest and ensemble requirements.  Other important aspects of this course will include improved tone production, music vocabulary, as well as the continuation of basic instrumental fundamentals, sight-reading skills, musical expression, musical interpretation, and ensemble performance.
 
Minimum age:  11 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Thursdays from 1:00 – 1:50 PM
 
 Beginning class instruction is offered on the violin, viola, cello, and double bass.   Basic instrumental skills and orchestral techniques are taught through ensemble experiences and performance opportunities.  Notational literacy (music reading) will begin at this level.  Foundational principles of sight-reading, ensemble participation, music theory, history, and cultural influences are introduced as a part of this course.  Performance opportunities may include recitals sponsored by the Snyder Music Academy, and will be publicized at least one month in advance of the performance.

Minimum age: 10 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Mondays from 2:00 – 2:50 PM
 
 2nd Year Orchestra is offered to all students who have successfully completed a beginning strings program and/or can demonstrate the technical proficiency necessary for this level of study.  Participation in 2nd Year Orchestra allows the student to refine and continue their development of instrumental musical skills through ensemble and rehearsal techniques.  Stringed instruments studied will include the violin, viola, cello, and bass.  This course is designed to acquire increased proficiency with notational literacy, and to offer the opportunity to achieve a higher level of musical achievement than is accomplished in the Beginning Orchestra program.

Minimum age: 10 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Tuesdays from 9:00 – 9:50 AM

Class Guitar is designed to be an introduction to playing the guitar.  Music reading or prior experience with another instrument is not a requirement for this class, although students with those skills are welcome to register and will learn how to apply their previous experience to the guitar.  Class guitar instruction is offered to students with either an acoustic (including classical) or an electric guitar, although an acoustic guitar (or classical guitar) will provide an easier learning experience for a student new to this instrument.  Basic instrumental skills are taught in a group setting.  Notational literacy (music reading) and basic chord strumming will begin at this level.  Performance opportunities may include recitals sponsored by the Snyder Music Academy, and will be publicized at least one month in advance of the performance.

Minimum age:  12 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)*
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
Mondays from 3:00 – 3:50 PM

Class Guitar Ensemble is designed to be an a further development of both individual skill and musicianship as introduced during the first year of  playing the guitar.  Music reading and at least one year of prior experience with playing the guitar are requirements for this class.  Class Guitar Ensemble instruction is offered to students with either an acoustic (including classical) or an electric guitar, although an acoustic guitar (or classical guitar) will provide an easier learning experience for a student new to this instrument.  Continuing instrumental and musicianship  skills are taught in a group setting.  Skills with notational literacy (music reading) and basic chord strumming will continue at this level, as well as skills pertaining to performing in a group setting.  Performance opportunities may include recitals sponsored by the Snyder Music Academy, and will be publicized at least one month in advance of the performance.

Minimum age:  12 years old and up—parents are encouraged to obtain an instrument and register themselves so they can learn as well!
Instructor: Geoffrey White

Tuition: $250.02 ($230.02 + $20.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters
All adults ages 18 and older are welcome! All levels of experience
are welcome! Adults will experience the joy of making music together
with bowed string instruments. Violins, violas, cellos, double basses.
Day and time:  TBA
Ages: 18+
Instructor: Carey Sleeman