Nashville Music Academy is pleased to announce the addition of a new Guitar Instructor. Charles Fuertsch is available for guitar, voice and mandolin lessons. He specializes in all styles of American Roots Music including bluegrass, country, blues, classic rock and jazz. He is also a historian. Fuertsch is a graduate the Berklee College of Music. … Continue reading New Guitar Instructor Charles Fuertsch, Joins NMA
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NMA Welcomes New Violin and Piano Instructor
We are very excited to welcome new violin and piano instructor Alexia Apablaza to Nashville Music Academy. Originally from Chattanooga, Alexia is a talented musician with over 15 years of musical training as both a pianist and violinist. She currently studies music at Belmont University and has over 5 years of teaching experience. Her teaching … Continue reading NMA Welcomes New Violin and Piano Instructor
Holiday Gift Certificates for Music Lessons
This time of year is a bright spot that happens every year when people purchase gift certificates from Nashville Music Academy for a spouse, grandchild, friend, parent… There’s always a story about why they are making the purchase. There is also never a shortage of excitement to present the gift certificate. We truly love these … Continue reading Holiday Gift Certificates for Music Lessons
NMA Opens North Nashville Location
Friends and family, we are excited to share the news! Nashville Music Academy has a new location in North Nashville (Buchanan Arts District). Our studio is located in the rear suite of the Sangtuary Church located at 1718 14th Ave N 37208. If you attended our recital last year, it was held in this beautiful … Continue reading NMA Opens North Nashville Location
NMA Welcomes New Banjo Instructor
Nashville Music Academy welcomes banjo, mandolin and guitar instructor to the staff. Graham has over 10 years of experience as a professional multi-instrumentalist. He has played banjo, guitar, dobro, and lap steel in several different bands since 2012. He graduated from Berklee College of Music summa cum laude in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Contemporary … Continue reading NMA Welcomes New Banjo Instructor
Summer Music Lessons
School may be out, but the learning continues! We have summer online and in-person music programs for students of any age or experience level. Music lessons are a great way to reinforce reading and math skills during a break. In home lessons are also available. Pricing for all lessons and discount packages can be viewed … Continue reading Summer Music Lessons
Autism Awareness – Addressing Exclusion
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Teacher Spotlight on Ben Hans, Drum Instructor
Ben Hans is a Nashville based musician and drum teacher. He has performed with many artists such as singer/composer and Grammy nominated artist Kip Winger, Eric Martin the voice of Mr. Big, Steve Brown, Todd Kerns (of Slash), in addition to Blues artists Altered Five, Jonny T-Bird and the MPs as well as Tallan Latz. … Continue reading Teacher Spotlight on Ben Hans, Drum Instructor
Gift Certificates for Music Lessons are Great for Every Special Occasion
Give the gift of music for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays and more! NMA Gift Certificates are good for any instrument or voice. Once you’ve made a selection for the type of certificate, we will email a PDF to the presenter. These can be personalized by emailing info@nashvillemusicacademy.org (subject: GC Special). Many of our lessons are online, … Continue reading Gift Certificates for Music Lessons are Great for Every Special Occasion
Drum Lessons for Beginners
Drum lessons are a great option for the young beginner student. There are many benefits to music lessons for your child; it builds language skills, makes them academically stronger, teaches them discipline, and supports the healthy development of motor skills and muscle development! Learn more about the benefits of music lessons for your little one … Continue reading Drum Lessons for Beginners
“The Banjo Lesson”
“The Banjo Lesson” as painted by Henry Ossawa Tanner in 1893. Oil on canvas, on exhibit at the Hampton University Museum in Hampton VA. Tanner is an extraordinary legacy of Black History, as are his works. The Banjo depicted here, and played today, was introduced to America by enslaved Africans, where it soon became popularized … Continue reading “The Banjo Lesson”
The Black Mozart
Otherwise known as the Black Mozart, the Chevalier St. Georges is an exceptional figure in the history of European Classical music. He was a contemporary of Mozart, and at a time when the Atlantic Slave Trade was raging, he offered a stark contrast of Black life. As a conductor he led an orchestra in Paris, … Continue reading The Black Mozart
Gift Certificates for Holidays and Special Occasions
Gift Certificate are the gift that keeps giving. They are good for any age and every instrument (including voice and songwriting lessons). You don’t have to be in Nashville to enjoy the experience of learning music either! These gift certificates are good for online and in-person lessons. Within 24 hours of ordering, you will receive … Continue reading Gift Certificates for Holidays and Special Occasions
Presidential Musicians
As we all await the decision that will decide our next President, I pondered to myself… how many of our Presidents have been musically talented? Of course we all remembered Bill Clinton playing the saxophone on late night television, but there had to be others. Interestingly enough, only 13 of our 45 Presidents have been … Continue reading Presidential Musicians
Outdoor Music Lessons
Outdoor music lessons are a great solution for those ready to get back to in-person lessons, but still very cautious about Covid19. All lessons can be done outdoors. We are offering $5 off the first lesson so you can see if it’s for you! Learn more about outdoor COVID-19 transmission. Read up on our Back … Continue reading Outdoor Music Lessons
2020 Nashville Music Academy Back To School Special
This school year will present us with unprecedented challenges, and also opportunities. Our 2020 Nashville Music Academy Back To School Special recognizes that homeschooling and distance learning will be a big part of your scholar’s educational experience this Fall. We are excited to welcome many new online students, and to say THANK YOU we are … Continue reading 2020 Nashville Music Academy Back To School Special
Gift Certificates
Nashville Music Academy gift certificates are the perfect way to give the gift that keeps on giving: music. NMA offers Skype lessons for long distance students, so those not located in Nashville are still able to receive lessons. Our highly accomplished staff of instructors are among Nashville’s best. The staff consists of 17 skilled musicians, … Continue reading Gift Certificates
Introducing new piano instructor, Elliot McClain
Introducing Eilliot McClain! Our newest piano instructor, Elliot McClain, has multiple piano awards, is a Belmont graduate, and is also blind. We are so excited to have his talents join us at NMA. Watch the video to learn more.
Make Music Nashville Success Story
Such an inspiring day made possible by Make Music Nashville. Megan Lavell, a student with autism from Nashville Music Academy performed and then Jason Eskridge played and sang for the group which was comprised almost entirely of individuals with special needs. At the end we did a Q&A about how music helps people with special … Continue reading Make Music Nashville Success Story
NMA Joins Nashville Arts Coalition
The Nashville Music Academy is excited to announce a new partnership with the Nashville Arts Coalition! Nashville Arts Coalition is a group of individuals and organizations who advocate for public policy and public funding that supports a healthy arts ecology in Nashville. NMA is looking forward to helping increase the advocacy for the arts in … Continue reading NMA Joins Nashville Arts Coalition
Jazz Pianist Elliott McClain joins NMA staff
NMA is proud to welcome Elliott McClain to the staff. He specializes in session recording and live performance. Blind since birth, Elliott started playing the piano when he discovered a keyboard and has been known ever since for his exceptional aural and improvisational skills in diverse musical styles. Elliott has a Master of Music degree … Continue reading Jazz Pianist Elliott McClain joins NMA staff
NMA is proud to be a sponsor for Rock the Walk
Rock The Walk is an annual fundraiser to bring awareness to Autism (April is Autism Awareness month) in our community and raise funds for Autism Speaks. This year’s performers are Shelly Fairchild, Kyshona Armstrong and Meg McCormic. Hosted by: Jason Eskridge Buy tickets HERE.
Teaching students with Autism
Megan Lavell is 26. She has autism, has been taking piano lessons for 10 years and it shows. Her teacher, Tatia Rose, is the owner of Nashville Music Academy. Click HERE to watch.
Gift Certificates for Music Lessons!
Gift Certificates are available for music lessons at Nashville Music Academy! They make a great gift for children or adults. They are easy to purchase, just click here. Just choose the 30 minute or 60 minute option and we will mail you a PDF. Certificates are valid for any instrument or voice lesson.
NMA Guitar Instructor Adam Korsvik Interviewed by MONO
Guitar Instructor Adam Korsvik was recently interviewed by MONO and it just showcases what we already knew… he’s pretty awesome. Read the article here and then make an appointment today. He currently has availability on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays after 5 pm and on weekends. An appointment can be made by calling 615-521-1937 or emailing us … Continue reading NMA Guitar Instructor Adam Korsvik Interviewed by MONO
Back to School and Music Lessons
Back to School time is here again! Our schedule is picking up at Nashville Music Academy. We are currently booking the late August and early September schedule. The most popular times for back to school lessons during the week are between 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm. On the weekends Saturday mornings and Sunday afternoons also … Continue reading Back to School and Music Lessons
Mentor Spotlight from NMA Director, Tatia Rose
Mentor Spotlight – By Tatia Rose (Director, Nashville Music Academy) Hopefully, we all have that teacher, mentor or advisor who has shaped our lives for the better. For me, this was a fortunate collection of individuals who came in and out of my life over the years… my father who taught me to be curious … Continue reading Mentor Spotlight from NMA Director, Tatia Rose
Nashville Music Academy Featured on Undercover Celebrity Boss
Nashville Music Academy was recently featured on Undercover Celebrity Boss. Jewel (yes, the Jewel) presented contestant Amanda E. with a scholarship to NMA for guitar lessons, voice lessons and songwriting classes. Amanda has been studying with NMA instructor Michaela Neller, who is also a well-known internationally touring Americana/Alt Country songstress herself. Our favorite thing about … Continue reading Nashville Music Academy Featured on Undercover Celebrity Boss
Summer Violin Camp at Nashville Music Academy
The Summer Violin Camp at Nashville Music Academy is now accepting registration. The beginner camp will meet from July 16th – 20th (minimum age of 5) and the intermediate/advanced group will meet from July 24th – 28th. This is an ensemble group and the participants will work on playing together and on solo performances. The … Continue reading Summer Violin Camp at Nashville Music Academy
Serenade Your Valentines Day Sweetheart With Help From a Top Rated Vocal Coach
Valentines Day is upon us and we are sure you have picked out a lovely gift for your sweetheart. But it’s not too soon to be thinking about next year. For example, if you started voice lessons this Spring, you would be able to pull off a phenomenal serenade by next year. Every year, many … Continue reading Serenade Your Valentines Day Sweetheart With Help From a Top Rated Vocal Coach
Piano Lessons Increase Math Skills
Research has shown that piano lessons increase math skills in children. This is often described at the “Mozart Effect”. The studies conducted around this subject noted that the benefits are seemingly isolated to spatial temporal reasoning. Spatial-temporal reasoning is the cognitive ability to picture a spatial pattern and understand how items or pieces can fit into that … Continue reading Piano Lessons Increase Math Skills
Subscribe to the Nashville Music Academy Youtube Channel!
The Nashville Music Academy Youtube Channel has helpful tutorials and recital videos! Subscribe to our channel HERE and enter to win a $100 VISA gift card. Currently featured on the channel are recital videos from our recent Fall Recital at The Hermitage Hotel in downtown Nashville. These videos feature performances from students of all ages … Continue reading Subscribe to the Nashville Music Academy Youtube Channel!
Holiday Gift Certificates for Music Lessons
Holiday Gift Certificates are a great way to give the everlasting gift of music. A Nashville Music Academy gift certificate is good for any music lesson that we offer. Your recipient can choose from guitar lessons, piano lessons, violin lessons, piano lessons, voice lessons, drum lessons, saxophone and woodwind lessons, and much more. There is … Continue reading Holiday Gift Certificates for Music Lessons
Small Business Saturday at NMA!
Small Business Saturday is right around the corner on November 25th! We have gift certificates available now, with the low price of $90 (three half hour music lessons of your choice). You can give the gift of music by clicking HERE. Payment is easy and convenient with a Visa or MasterCard. You can also give … Continue reading Small Business Saturday at NMA!
Trumpet Lessons with Nick Haynes at Nashville Music Academy
Trumpet lessons are available at Nashville Music Academy! Instructor Nick Haynes joined the staff a couple of weeks ago and we are delighted to have him onboard. He has years of teaching and touring experience and has played with renowned artists and bands like MercyMe, Tim Akers & The Smoking Section, and Denver & The Mile … Continue reading Trumpet Lessons with Nick Haynes at Nashville Music Academy
NMA Director Tatia Rose, Receives The Louisa Nelson Award (2017)
The Louisa Nelson Award is a prestigious award given to three Nashville business women who exemplify service and community awareness. This year, NMA Director Tatia Rose was chosen as one of the winners. The awards are “In the spirit of their triple-great grandmother, who led the family whiskey business upon her husband’s death in 1891, Nelson’s … Continue reading NMA Director Tatia Rose, Receives The Louisa Nelson Award (2017)
The NMA Music Program at Valor Collegiate Academy Meets With Success!
The first Nashville Music Academy after-school music program is up and running at Valor Collegiate Academy. Scholars are grouped based on interest and experience. These groups are comprised of Orchestral Ensemble, Singer-Songwriter, and Music Business. The program mixes both contemporary compositions and classical technique. Scholars also work towards a performance goal. NMA instructors involved in … Continue reading The NMA Music Program at Valor Collegiate Academy Meets With Success!
Military Discount for Music Lessons
NMA is honored to serve our active duty and retired military. In appreciation of your tremendous sacrifice to our country, we are offering a 5% military discount on music lessons. This discount is good for piano, drum, guitar, voice, violin, woodwind and cello lessons. It is also applicable to any length of lesson (30, 45, … Continue reading Military Discount for Music Lessons
Autism Awareness Month at Nashville Music Academy
April is Autism Awareness Month. At Nashville Music Academy, we are an advocate and ally of the Autism community. Many of our students are affected by Autism. While the challenges of being on the spectrum are demanding, our autistic students show an aptitude and gift for music. We have committed to making the music education experience … Continue reading Autism Awareness Month at Nashville Music Academy
Cello Teacher Spotlight on Hannah Koshgarian
Cello teacher Hannah Koshgarian is a valuable addition to the Nashville Music Academy. She has an impressive educational background that begin at the University of Kansas, where she performed with the University of Kansas Symphony Orchestra. Hannah transferred to Fort Hays State University in 2012, where she continued to study cello through private lessons, as well … Continue reading Cello Teacher Spotlight on Hannah Koshgarian
Reading Music: A Primer
Reading music is a goal of many students who come to Nashville Music Academy. Given my own struggles with sight reading as a young student, I always find this to be a valiant request. Learning to read music is like learning another language, and therefore comes with the benefits that you would expect from the latter. … Continue reading Reading Music: A Primer
Why I Love Being a Music Teacher!
The job of being a music teacher is a wonderful one. Today I received a wonderful text from a parent (see attached photo). Not only was it accompanied by an illustration by my student Jack (who is 7 years old), it reflected what he thought about our piano lessons together. It’s a great honor to … Continue reading Why I Love Being a Music Teacher!
New Years Resolution, Learning to Play an Instrument
It’s the first of the year, so we know what that means! New Years Resolution time! We often receive a lot of new requests for lessons at this time, and rightfully so. People are looking for a way to enrich their lives and expand their horizons. Music lessons are a great way to achieve that … Continue reading New Years Resolution, Learning to Play an Instrument
Music and Memory: A Stronger Mind Through Music Education
Music and memory; a topic that interests parents, care-givers, physicians, and educators. You have probably seen the video of elderly dementia patients listening to music and traveling back in time mentally to a place they previously couldn’t remember. Several studies support that music and memory are connected, most notably the recent ones outlined in the article here that … Continue reading Music and Memory: A Stronger Mind Through Music Education
Guitar Lessons, Everything You Need to Get Started!
Guitar lessons are one of the most popular choices for beginning and adult students. It’s a very approachable and portable instrument, and can quickly become an accessory, depending on how much you like to play. There are just a few things to know if you are interested in taking guitar lessons at Nashville Music Academy; … Continue reading Guitar Lessons, Everything You Need to Get Started!
Music and Childhood Development, Climb Every Mountain
Childhood development is the concern of every parent, and I am no exception. As a music teacher I am acutely aware of the advantages certain children are afforded when they are exposed to private tutoring, particularly music lessons. If are children are to, “Climb Every Mountain” as Julie Andrews sang, then we need to prepare … Continue reading Music and Childhood Development, Climb Every Mountain
NMA Guitar Teacher, Rebecca Frazier
A guitar teacher is not an endangered species in Nashville. However, a great guitar teacher is definitely something a little more difficult to find. At Nashville Music Academy, we are very grateful to have several wonderful guitar instructors. One of them is Rebecca Frazier. Rebecca is great with beginners and advanced students, and has a … Continue reading NMA Guitar Teacher, Rebecca Frazier
Guitar Lessons & Visually Impaired Students
Guitar lessons at Nashville Music Academy are available for all abilities. We have a long history in Nashville of making music lessons accessible for people with disabilities. In 2013 we received an award for Nashville Mayor Karl Dean for our outstanding work with special needs individuals. So what makes all of this possible? The first … Continue reading Guitar Lessons & Visually Impaired Students
Cinco De Mayo Spotlight: Latin Music
Latin music is a large part of our American society. No more do we realize this than on Cinco De Mayo when our senses are flooded with the rhythms and instruments of our Latin American friends. Latin music combines the “musical traditions of Mexico, Central America, and the portions of South America and the Caribbean colonized by the Spanish and the Portuguese. … Continue reading Cinco De Mayo Spotlight: Latin Music
Woodwind Teacher Employee Spotlight with Michael Gutierrez
Woodwind Teacher Michael Gutierrez has been teaching at Nashville Music Academy for over 5 years. He offers instruction for flute, clarinet, and saxophone. Originally from Peru, collectively he has over 20 years of performance and teaching experience with woodwinds including saxophone, flute, and clarinet. Studying under Belmont’s Associate Dean of Music Dr. Jeff Kirk, the Head of Jazz Studies at … Continue reading Woodwind Teacher Employee Spotlight with Michael Gutierrez
Music Therapy and PTSD
Music Therapy is a different practice than music lessons, however the therapeutic qualities of music lessons cannot be denied. When I first began teaching, the studio offered free music lessons to the children of active duty military. I witnessed first-hand some of these parents struggling with PTSD. It affected their whole family. But I also … Continue reading Music Therapy and PTSD
So you want to learn to play an instrument?
When one chooses to learn to play an instrument, several thoughts come to mind. Will I have time for this endeavor? How much will it cost? And how soon will I be able to play with ease? These are the most common questions we receive at Nashville Music Academy. First, congratulations if you have made … Continue reading So you want to learn to play an instrument?
The Stress Relieving Power of Making Music
Music has many stress relieving powers. It allows the mind to meditate on a melodic and rhythmic structure. This frees the mind from compulsive and repetitive thoughts. A recent article in Psych Central outlined some of the proven benefits of music and it’s stress relieving powers. Music’s form and structure can bring order and security to disabled … Continue reading The Stress Relieving Power of Making Music
Drum Teacher Phil Yochum at Nashville Music Academy
Phil Yochum is our most tenured drum teacher at the Nashville Music Academy. He is also one of our best instructors. He is a graduate of Belmont University where he received a Bachelors Degree in Commercial Percussion. There he was exposed to different genres of commercial and classical music under the instruction of Brian Fullen, … Continue reading Drum Teacher Phil Yochum at Nashville Music Academy
Sing like Adele: 4 tips to help you gain vocal power!
Power. That’s what EVERY singer wants. And you can achieve it to, but it takes confident control of the proper technique. After all, not everyone is born like Adele. And yes, sometimes people are “born with it.” However, that should not be a deterrent to the beginner. By mastering breathing, vocal chord anatomy and care, … Continue reading Sing like Adele: 4 tips to help you gain vocal power!
Classic Rock: Learn How to Play Your Favorite Songs Quickly
As defined by Wikipedia, Classic Rock “…is a radio format which developed from the album-oriented rock (AOR) format in the early 1980s. In the United States, the format features music ranging generally from the late 1960s to the late 1980s, primarily focusing on commercially successful hard rock popularized in the 1970s.” A fine list of examples can be found here. … Continue reading Classic Rock: Learn How to Play Your Favorite Songs Quickly
The Guitar, a Historic American Instrument
The Guitar is undeniably one of the most recognizable instruments in American Music. Whether acoustic or electric, this instrument of West African origin, has become a defining element for Country, Blues, Rock, Jazz, Gospel, and more. As a resident of Nashville, I have been several times to the site of the Nashville residence of Jimmy … Continue reading The Guitar, a Historic American Instrument
Tatia Rose Employee Spotlight at Nashville Music Academy
Tatia Rose founded Nashville Music Academy in June of 2015, but it had previously thrived as Rose Music Group since 2006. Rose is not only the owner, but also a piano instructor at the academy. Her primary focus is Classical Performance and Music Theory and Composition. Rose also serves as director of the Special Needs … Continue reading Tatia Rose Employee Spotlight at Nashville Music Academy
Drum Lessons Are Just The Beginning For One Student
Matt Love started taking drum lessons at Nashville Music Academy several years ago. His skill developed very quickly (as you can see from watching the video below). By creating a foundation of strong rhythm and sight-reading skills, Matt and his drum instructor (Chris Leidecher) were able to transition him into piano and violin lessons additionally … Continue reading Drum Lessons Are Just The Beginning For One Student
Spotlight on Violin Lessons!
Violin lessons have long been the first instrument studied by many great performers. Elton John being one of those. What is it about this instrument that gives beginning musicians such an edge? It’s all about the ear. Learning the violin requires intonation, which is a very intuitive and self-sharpened skill where the ear is the … Continue reading Spotlight on Violin Lessons!
Music Education and Child Development
Providing the highest echelon of music education is the goal at Nashville Music Academy. We strive to meet this goal because we know how important music lessons are in the lives of all our students, especially those from disadvantaged homes and others who must daily overcome physical and cognitive disabilities. As teachers, we have seen first-hand … Continue reading Music Education and Child Development
Alzheimers Patients Find Music Therapeutic
My father (pictured) passed away from Alzheimers Disease. It began when I was a young teenager still living at home, prepping for college while continuing my studies in classical piano performance. I would practice the upright piano and he would sit quietly in the other room. Most other times, he would pace nervously back and forth … Continue reading Alzheimers Patients Find Music Therapeutic
Piano Lessons Open Doors! A Student Success Story
Piano lessons are the most popular choice for students when it comes time to choose an instrument to study. Perhaps it’s because of the familiarity, or the absolute joy that comes from sitting at the piano. Either way, the piano teachers are often the busiest at Nashville Music Academy. When George came to the studio, … Continue reading Piano Lessons Open Doors! A Student Success Story
Music is the Path to Lifetime Success
If any one individual could tell us about the lifetime success associated with music, it would be Beethoven. As a young pianist, I would listen to vinyl after vinyl of his magnificent symphonies. As a young college student, I would often use his quote “One must be a genius to understand genius.” I spent a … Continue reading Music is the Path to Lifetime Success
The Benefit of Music Lessons for People with Special Needs
A personal letter from owner and piano instructor, Tatia Rose… As a music instructor, I have been working with people who have special needs (predominantly autism) for almost 10 years now. The most important thing I have learned is that music is indeed the universal language, even for those who are non-verbal. The connection between vibration and … Continue reading The Benefit of Music Lessons for People with Special Needs
Voice Lessons with Janine LeClair, a Teacher Spotlight
Looking for voice lessons? Janine Le Clair is one of Nashville’s best acting coaches and voice teachers. She played the leading-lady for international musicals and productions like The Sound of Music, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, The Secret Garden, Brighton Beach Memoirs, and Annie. LeClair also has extensive on-camera experience, and has been acting in network television commercials for financial institutions, home furnishings, restaurants and … Continue reading Voice Lessons with Janine LeClair, a Teacher Spotlight
Music Healing Our Mind and Bodies
Billy Joel on Music Healing “I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from everyone loves music.” Today’s research agrees with Billy Joel. The healing powers of music help us cope with pain, but also benefit our physical and mental … Continue reading Music Healing Our Mind and Bodies
Get to Know Nashville Music Academy
Hello future students! This is an invitation to get to know our music school and music teachers! We offer music lessons for EVERY instrument and ANY age. We are also honored to serve the special needs community. We have students of every range of ability and disability, which is why Nashville Music Academy is a proud partner … Continue reading Get to Know Nashville Music Academy
Nashville’s Premier Music School
Being a part of the Nashville community as a premier music school is an honor. We get to work with so many great folks, like the guys and gals over at Cumulus station, NASH FM 103.3. Check out our “enhanced” radio spot! Also, check out our FB page for deals http://facebook.com/NashvilleMusicAcademy
