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50+ Years
experience
Atlanta's Premier Music Education Since 1973
Founded in 1973, the Georgia Academy of Music has dedicated over five decades to transforming lives through music education. Our mission centers on cultivating excellence while nurturing individual artistic expression. With a distinguished faculty of 34 international instructors, we offer private lessons across 14 instruments, including piano, violin, voice, and guitar. Our unique Musical Beginnings program, serving children aged 6 months to 5 years, has set regional standards for early childhood music education since its inception over 30 years ago. The academy's legacy extends globally, with alumni occupying prominent roles in orchestras, universities, and schools nationwide.Executive Director John Morrison and Assistant Director Lisa Morrison combine extensive performance backgrounds with administrative expertise to maintain our founders' vision of accessible, high-quality music instruction. Our Suzuki Method program emphasizes talent development through structured group learning experiences. Through personalized teacher-student matching and a commitment to community impact, we continue advancing music's role in society as both artistic discipline and transformative educational tool.
Services
Piano Lessons
Voice Lessons
Violin Lessons
Viola Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Cello Lessons
Clarinet Lessons
Suzuki Method
Early Childhood Music
Private Instruction
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in music education
- Our international faculty offers expertise in diverse musical traditions
- We provide Suzuki Method instruction for violin and cello
- Our Musical Beginnings program nurtures young talent from 6 months old
- Many of our alumni hold prominent positions in orchestras and universities
What people say
Wonderful music education
Great teachers
Develop confidence
Connected to music
Wonderful experience
Services
Piano Lessons
Private piano instruction caters to all skill levels from beginners to advanced students. Our certified instructors use proven teaching methods to develop technical proficiency and musical interpretation. Lessons emphasize both classical repertoire and contemporary styles to match students' interests.
Suzuki Method
This specialized violin and cello program follows Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's philosophy of ability development through listening, repetition, and group learning. Students participate in both individual lessons and ensemble experiences to build technical skills and musicality.
Early Childhood Music
Designed for children aged 6 months to 5 years, this program introduces foundational music concepts through singing, movement, and instrument exploration. The curriculum develops rhythmic awareness, pitch recognition, and creative expression in a playful group setting.
Voice Lessons
Customized vocal instruction focuses on proper technique, breath control, and repertoire selection. Students receive training in classical, musical theater, and contemporary styles while developing healthy singing habits and performance skills.
String Instrument Lessons
Violin, viola, and cello lessons combine technical training with musical expression. Students learn proper bowing techniques, fingerboard navigation, and ensemble playing skills. The curriculum includes both solo repertoire and orchestral excerpts.
People
John Morrison
Executive Director
Executive Director since 1997, John Morrison brings 35 years of music education experience. A former principal trumpet with the Atlanta Symphony, he studied at Boston University and performed at Tanglewood under renowned conductors.
Lisa Morrison
Assistant Director
Assistant Director Lisa Morrison holds a Bachelor of Music from Boston University and has taught violin for over 20 years. She directs the Musical Beginnings program and maintains an active performance schedule as Atlanta Ballet's concertmaster.
Questions
What music lessons do you offer?
We provide instruction in piano, violin, viola, cello, guitar, clarinet, and voice, including Suzuki Method training for violin and cello.
Are there programs for young children?
Our Musical Beginnings program serves children aged 6 months to 5 years with developmentally appropriate music education experiences.
How do I register for lessons?
Registration is available year-round through our website or by contacting our office directly at (404) 355-3451.
What makes your faculty unique?
Our 34-member faculty includes internationally trained musicians with extensive performance and teaching experience across diverse musical traditions.
Can adults take lessons?
Yes, we offer instruction for all ages with programs tailored to both children and adult learners' needs.
Reviews (1)
Temi Alexander
Apr 08, 2020
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We love Georgia Academy of music! The teachers and owners are great! Both my girls love going to learn piano and violin at the music center. They've been attending since January 2016 and love every moment they spend at Georgia Academy of music. The teachers are gentle and patient with the kids while ensuring the kids are learning the correct way of playing! We will be 4 years in Janauary and sincerely do not regret anything. Both girls have blossomed and have really grown in music.
