Music Offerings

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

Private Lessons

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 Instruction

Music for Little Mozarts Piano

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

Group Piano

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

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

Band and Orchestra Ensembles

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

Class Guitar

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

Music and God's World

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. Parents are welcome!
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

Rhythm and Note Reading

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

Group Strings Classes for ages 7-9

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

Adult Beginning Orchestra

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

Dance

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

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

Summer Offerings

Summer  Session 1 Dates:  May 27, 2024 - June 28, 2024!
(Make-up for Memorial day will be Monday, July 1)

Summer Session 2 Dates:  July 8, 2024 - August 9, 2024!

30 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $154.10
45 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $231.15
60 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $308.20

Group Piano for Beginners

Tuition: $147.95 ($102.95 + $45.00 materials fee)
Wednesdays from 4:30-5:15 PM
Ages: 6-8 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Music for Little Mozarts I

Tuition: $147.95 ($102.95 + $45.00 materials fee)
Tuesdays from 2:00-2:45 PM
SLC Students Welcome!
A fun beginning piano class!!
Ages: 4-5 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Music for Little Mozarts II

Tuition: $147.95 ($102.95 + $45.00 materials fee)
Tuesdays from 3:00-3:45 PM
SLC Students Welcome!
A fun continuation of the skills introduced during Music for Little Mozarts I !!
Ages: 4-5 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Group Piano for Beginners

Tuition: $147.95 ($102.95 + $45.00 materials fee)
Day/Time TBA, based on interest
Ages: 9-12 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Beginning Handbells

SUMMER SESSION 1
Group class - Introduction to Guitar!

Tuition: $107.95 ($102.95 + $5.00 materials fee)
Take a summer session guitar class and get a brief introduction to the guitar
and some of the ways that you can play it.  If you've ever wanted to try playing the guitar,
this is a great way to try it out.  Bring whatever guitar you have and we'll have a great time together!
Day and Time TBA - watch this space for updates!
Feel free to contact us if you are interested!
Ages: 10 years+
Instructor:  Geoffrey White
*No prior guitar or musical experience required.*
SUMMER SESSION 2 ONLY
Beginning Handbells!
Tuition: $
Mondays 3:15 - 4:00 PM
Have fun with handbells at a beginning level!
Learn how to use your music reading skills and develop ensemble skills while
learning how to play handbells!
Ages:  9-12 years
Basic music-reading skills will be required.

SUMMER SESSION 2 ONLY

Music & God’s World

Tuition: $67.50 ($57.50 + $10.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters

3-6 Year Olds:
Mondays 2:00 – 2:30 PM
Preschoolers will learn to connect themselves to God and his world through songs and fingerplay.
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

Group Classes for Homeschoolers

*Homeschool students open to register for any classes not offered under this banner*

Beginning Group Violin and Viola

Tuition: $112.15 ($82.15 + $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 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!
Wednesdays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
Ages: 7-9
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Continuing Group Violin and Viola

Tuition: $112.15 ($82.15 + $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 ages 7-9, students will be able to
continue learning the basics of playing a violin or viola in a group setting.
Continue your learning from the spring semester - bring your violin or viola to continue the fun!
Tuesdays from 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Ages: 7-9
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Homeschool Group Piano I Class

Tuition: $127.15 ($82.15 + $45.00 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 home school 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 8:30 - 9:20 AM
*Minimum age: 6 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Homeschool Group Piano II Class

Tuition: $127.15 ($82.15 + $45.00 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 home school 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!
Fridays 10:00 – 10:50 AM
*Minimum age: 6 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Fall Offerings

Fall Semester will start on August 26!

Check back soon for updates!

Spring Offerings

Semester Dates: January 8, 2024 – May 10, 2024

30 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $482.40
45 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $723.60
60 Minute Private LessonsTuition: $964.80

Music & God’s World

Tuition: $185.00 ($180.00 + $5.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters

2-5 Year Olds:
Mondays 2:00 – 2:30 PM
Mondays 3:00 – 3:30 PM
Fridays 9:00 – 9:30 AM
Fridays 10:00 – 10:30 AM
Fridays 11:00 – 11:30 AM

Preschoolers will learn to connect themselves to God and his world through songs and fingerplay.
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

Beginning Orchestra for Adults 

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15.00 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

Group Violin and Viola

Tuition: $282.22 ($257.22 + $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 4:00 – 4:50 PM
**(Beginners only!)**
Wednesdays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
**(Continuing students--must have completed 1 semester of group strings class at Snyder Music Academy)**
Ages: 7-9 years
Instructor: Carey Sleeman
Tuition: $282.22 ($257.22 + $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 4:00 – 4:50 PM
**(Beginners only!)**
Wednesdays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
**(Continuing students--must have completed 1 semester of group strings class at Snyder Music Academy)**
Ages: 7-9 years
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Group Cello

Tuition: $282.22 ($257.22 + $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, students will be able to
learn the basics of playing a cello in a group setting.
No prior experience is necessary. Just bring your cello!
Mondays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
Mondays from 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Ages: 7-9 years
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Group Piano for Beginners

Tuition: $362.20 ($322.20 + $40.00 materials fee)
Wednesdays from 4:30-5:15 PM
Ages: 6-8 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Group Piano for Beginners

Tuition: $362.20 ($322.20 + $40.00 materials fee)
Day/Time TBA, based on interest
Ages: 9-12 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Music for Little Mozarts II

Tuition: $362.20 ($322.20 + $40.00 materials fee)
Tuesdays from 3:00-3:45 PM
SLC Students Welcome!
A fun continuation of the skills introduced during Music for Little Mozarts I !!
Ages: 4-5 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Piano Choir

Tuition: $307.22 ($257.22 + $50.00 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

Group Classes for Homeschoolers

*Homeschool students open to register for any classes not offered under this banner*

Music & God’s World

Tuition: $185.00 ($180.00 + $5.00 materials fee)
*one-time discount on tuition available for additional household members, not applicable for other classes or future semesters

2-5 Year Olds:
Mondays 2:00 – 2:30 PM
Mondays 3:00 – 3:30 PM
Fridays 9:00 – 9:30 AM
Fridays 10:00 – 10:30 AM
Fridays 11:00 – 11:30 AM

Preschoolers will learn to connect themselves to God and his world through songs and fingerplay.
Instructor: Jeanine Carson

Homeschool Group Piano I Class

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 8:30 - 9:20 AM
*Minimum age: 6 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Homeschool Group Piano II Class

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!
Fridays 10:00 – 10:50 AM
*Minimum age: 6 years
Instructor: Jenny Fillinger

Rhythm & Note Reading

Tuition: $282.22 (257.22 + $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 1st – 5th graders who are at a
beginning level of music reading experience.
*Parents may register and learn along with their child!
Mondays from 1:00 – 1:50 PM
Mondays from 3:00 – 3:50 PM
Instructor: Carey Sleeman
Fridays 10:00 – 10:50 AM
Fridays 11:00 – 11:50 AM
Instructor: Rhonda Stephens

Rhythm & Note Reading FOR ADULTS!

Tuition: $282.22 (257.22 + $25.00 materials fee)
Group class for ages adults18+ who are at a
beginning level of music reading experience.
Mondays from 2:00 – 2:50 PM
Ages 18+
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Piano Choir

Tuition: $307.22 ($257.22 + $50.00 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

Group Violin and Viola, Ages 7-9

Tuition: $282.22($257.22 + $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 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Wednesdays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
Ages: 7-9
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Group Cello, Ages 7-9

Tuition: $282.22 ($257.22 + $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 cello in a group setting.
No prior experience is necessary, just bring your cello!
Mondays from 9:30 – 10:20 AM
Wednesdays from 4:30 – 5:20 PM
Ages: 7-9
Instructor: Carey Sleeman

Beginning Band 1B – Woodwinds

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15 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

Beginning Band 1B – Brass

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15 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

Beginning Band 1B – Percussion

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15 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

Beginning Orchestra 1B

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15 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
Thursdays from 10:00 – 10:50 AM
 
 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

Class Guitar 1A (Beginning Level)

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15 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

Class Guitar 1B

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15 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 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

Beginning Orchestra for Adults

Tuition: $272.22 ($257.22 + $15.00 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.
Mondays from 3:00 – 3:50 PM
Ages: 18+
Instructor: Carey Sleeman