Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trinity Music Academy: Cultivating Musical Excellence Since 1990
Founded in 1990, Trinity Music Academy has dedicated over three decades to nurturing musical talent in central North Carolina. Our mission focuses on providing comprehensive music education while ensuring accessibility through need-based scholarships. With instruction available up to collegiate levels in piano, pipe organ, voice, and various instrumental disciplines, we cultivate musicians who serve both their communities and churches.Our concert series brings world-class performances to local audiences while offering students opportunities to engage with professional artists. The academy maintains strong ties to Trinity United Methodist Church while serving a diverse student body from multiple counties. Through strategic partnerships and community support, we continue expanding our impact as a regional arts hub.
Services
Piano Lessons
Pipe Organ Instruction
Voice Training
String Instrument Classes
Composition Workshops
Concert Series
Scholarship Programs
Music Theory Courses
Church Music Training
Community Performances
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer need-based scholarships ensuring access to music education for all students
- Our faculty includes internationally recognized performers and composers
- We maintain a world-class pipe organ for advanced organ instruction
- Our concert series connects students with professional artists annually
- We serve multiple counties with diverse music education programs
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano program offers comprehensive training from beginner to advanced levels. Students develop technical proficiency, music theory understanding, and performance skills through personalized instruction. The curriculum prepares musicians for church service participation, recitals, and professional performance opportunities.
Pipe Organ Instruction
The academy provides specialized organ training using our world-class Clara Capel Memorial Pipe Organ. Students learn liturgical music performance, church service accompaniment, and classical organ repertoire. This program prepares musicians for professional church music director positions.
Scholarship Programs
Our Named Scholarship Program ensures music education accessibility through donor-funded assistance. Over one-third of students receive financial support based on need, aptitude, and dedication. Donors receive recognition and connection to their sponsored student's musical journey.
Concert Series
The academy presents professional performances featuring both emerging and established artists. Our concert series includes classical masterworks, seasonal celebrations, and collaborative performances with international musicians, enriching the community's cultural landscape.
Church Music Training
We prepare musicians for church service leadership through specialized training in hymn accompaniment, choral direction, and sacred music repertoire. This program develops skilled organists and music directors for rural church communities across central North Carolina.
People
Dr. Paul Chandley
Executive Director
Dr. Paul Chandley, a University of North Carolina graduate with a doctoral degree from the Kansas City Conservatory, brings international performance experience to lead the academy. He has expanded the concert series and strengthened community partnerships since 1998.
Sophia Pavlenko Chandley
Piano Instructor & Composer-in-Residence
Internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Sophia Pavlenko Chandley offers expert instruction in piano performance and composition. Her professional experience includes performances across Europe and collaborations with the Kyiv Symphony Orchestra.
Deloris Lassiter
President
Deloris Lassiter provides strategic leadership as Board President, overseeing the academy's governance and long-term vision. She brings extensive experience in nonprofit management and community arts development.
Pam Russell
Vice-President
Vice-President Pam Russell supports organizational operations with her background in educational programming and board governance. She contributes to curriculum development and community outreach initiatives.
Trey Lincoln
Secretary
Trey Lincoln manages the academy's administrative records and ensures compliance with organizational policies. His attention to detail supports the smooth operation of both educational programs and performance events.
Questions
Does Trinity Music Academy offer financial assistance for students?
Yes, we provide need-based scholarships through our Named Scholarship Program, ensuring music education accessibility regardless of financial circumstances.
What instruments can students study at the academy?
We offer instruction in piano, pipe organ, voice, bowed strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, guitar, and composition.
Are community members allowed to attend academy concerts?
Yes, our concert series is open to the public and features both student performances and professional artist collaborations.
How can I become a member of Trinity Music Academy?
Membership options range from $125 to $800 annually, providing access to all academy events and supporting our scholarship programs.
Does the academy accept students from outside Montgomery County?
We serve students from multiple counties including Stanly, Moore, and Randolph, with over 250 students enrolled annually.
What makes Trinity Music Academy's organ program unique?
Our Clara Capel Memorial Pipe Organ is one of the finest in the world, offering students access to a world-class instrument for advanced study.
