Individual lesson study forms the core of our curriculum. This one-to-one relationship with a caring, professional instructor combined with a commitment to regular practice enables students to engage in the process of acquiring the technical and musical skills necessary for mastery of their chosen instrument. All students are encouraged to supplement the private lesson experience with musicianship and ensemble opportunities to broaden their total musical understanding.
Most Academy of Music students receive instruction from music teachers who follow a calendar with two 16-week semesters. Music lessons are taught in the Academy building at 100 Water Street and at other locations. Students will be informed of the location of their lessons during registration.
Academy of Music students may also receive instruction from Lawrence Conservatory of Music faculty or student teachers. Conservatory faculty and student teachers teach in the Music-Drama Center of Lawrence University.
Individual instruction is available on the following instruments:
| Cello | Baritone | Oboe |
| Viola | Bassoon | Saxophone |
| Violin | Clarinet | Trumpet |
| String Bass | Flute | Trombone |
| Classical Guitar | French Horn | Tuba |
| Piano | Organ | Percussion |
| Voice |
Please call the Academy of Music at (920) 832-6632 to request information on music lessons, or submit a request online.
Performance represents an essential part of a student's musical growth. Students are urged to take advantage of opportunities to perform and to listen to others perform. Academy performances include departmental recitals, all-student recitals, honors recitals, faculty recitals, master classes, "informances" and numerous performances by all our ensembles during the year. Most are free or at very low admission cost and families are strongly encouraged to attend as many as possible.