GreenSpring International Academy of Music

Tailored private instruction in piano, voice, harp, strings, and woodwinds for students aged 4+. Lessons emphasize technical mastery, musicality, and performance skills. Parental involvement is encouraged for younger students, with recital participation required to build stage confidence and showcase progress.

Residential and day programs for ages 8-18 featuring harp, choral, piano, and chamber music training. Students receive masterclasses from industry professionals while developing ensemble skills. Programs include before/aftercare options and culminate in public performances at historic venues.

Audition-based ensembles including the American Youth Harp Ensemble and Virginia Choristers. Participants gain experience through regional/national tours and prestigious venue performances. Programs emphasize teamwork, advanced musicianship, and community engagement through over 300 annual outreach performances.

Free/low-cost initiatives like Sound Experiences and Harp Therapy Outreach serve underserved populations. Programs include hospital performances, instrument loans, and mentorship between advanced students and beginners. These efforts provide 800+ annual music education opportunities regardless of financial means.

Professional-grade musical performances for weddings, corporate events, and community functions. Available ensembles range from harp quartets to jazz combos. Custom repertoire options and venue-specific arrangements ensure memorable musical experiences for audiences of all sizes.

Lynnelle founded GreenSpring in 1995 after establishing its predecessor, the Academy of Music. Under her leadership, the American Youth Harp Ensemble has performed at Carnegie Hall and the White House. She holds degrees from Peabody Conservatory and the University of Richmond.

Our programs cater to students from age 4 through adults, with specialized offerings for early childhood, youth ensembles, and senior community members.

Yes, need-based scholarships are available for Summer Music Institutes. An advance deposit of $200 reserves your place with full tuition assistance considered upon request.

We provide limited harps, keyboards, woodwinds, brass, and violins for enrolled students. Contact us directly for availability and rental terms.

Complete our online performance inquiry form with event details. Our team will coordinate availability of harp ensembles, jazz combos, or soloists for your occasion.

Our Sound Experiences, Harp Therapy Outreach, and Ambassadors programs provide free music education, hospital performances, and community service opportunities across Virginia and Maryland.

We operate two Richmond locations: 503 Stuart Circle (main campus) and 1308 North Parham Road, plus a Frederick County facility at 12460 Hessong Bridge Road, Thurmont, MD.

I don't often leave reviews on google, but I thought I would share my thoughts on GreenSpring from a faculty members point of view. This is such an incredible place to work and there is no shortage of opportunity. GreenSpring offers a welcoming environment and there is never a dull moment here. It's been professionally and personally fulfilling to be a part of the GreenSpring team!

We are so grateful to have our daughter (age 8) attend GreenSpring International Academy of Music, where the enthusiasm and love for music shines! Because of Ms. Ediger (the founder) our daughter has been introduced and immersed into such a special music community! Our daughter has grown so much musically and personally over the past year and a half, since starting piano lessons and attending summer music institutes.

She has had incredible teachers (their biographies are so impressive!) whom have really shared their passion and gift for music. We have been in awe seeing the older students perform at recitals and concerts, knowing that many, too, had attended GreenSpring from an early age. Please do not hesitate in contacting GreenSpring to begin this special journey. There is so much to explore here. This has been a life-changing decision and has given our daughter and family so much joy through music. Thank you!

I have been taking classes with the Academy of Music for the past 5 years and it has provided me with all of the tools I will need to thrive, not just musically. It provides fabulous opportunities for musicians of all ages and I would highly reccomend joining life-changing organization.

Greenspring International Academy of Music has some of the best music you will ever experience performed by the most talented kids! Wonderful staff and many friends to be made : #giamusic