Music Courses
Beginning Band
Suggested Age:
10+
Purpose
Beginning Band is an introductory course designed for students with little to no prior instrumental experience This course focuses on developing fundamental band skills and musical literacy through playing instruments and learning music theory. Students will have multiple opportunities to share their newly learned skills at performance events throughout the year, generally December and May.
Students will attend class once per week, and practice independently (with instructions and coaching) during the rest of the week.
Private Lessons
Suggested Age:
5-19 (as determined by instructor)
Piano | Guitar | Drums | Strings | Mandolin | Banjo | Band Instruments | Voice
Process/Purpose
One Day Academy strives to provide diverse and excellent instruction in musical training. Lesson instruction varies by instrument and instructor. Please meet with instructor for times, dates and details.
Advanced Band
Suggested Age:
10+
Advanced Band is a course designed for students with a year or more of prior instrumental experience, focusing on developing ensemble skills and musical literacy through playing instruments and learning music theory.
Students will play challenging band literature at concerts in December and May. Ambitious musicians can audition to take part in a TPSMEA Honor Band in the fall, and prepare a solo to perform at a festival in the spring.
Students will attend class once per week, and practice independently (with instructions! and coaching!) during the rest of the week.
Musical Beginnings
Suggested Age:
5-9
Purpose
An introduction to music as a language and how it is communicated, with basic theory, vocabulary and music history all with a hands-on approach. Rhythmic awareness taught through playing of rhythm instruments, games & movement. Through active listening to the best in classical music and composer studies, students will gain a better musical appreciation. Group singing a hymn-of-the-month, intro to reading notes, learning the musical alphabet and many other hands-on activities to enhance the understanding that music is a gift from God that we can explore and enjoy. Perfect for students with no prior musical experience or to supplement beginning music lessons.
Choir
Suggested Age:
10-18
Purpose
Develop a love of music, sight-singing skills, and proper singing technique while cultivating performance skills and confidence.
Process
One weekly group rehearsal with individual practice done by students during the subsequent week. Materials are provided. Class culminates with a performance at the end of each semester, and the potential for other performances as opportunities arise.
Beginning Guitar
Suggested Age:
10-18
This beginner guitar course is designed for individuals with little to no prior musical experience. Whether you're picking up the guitar for the first time or looking to refine your basic skills, this course will provide you with a solid foundation in playing guitar and understanding music theory.
Over the course, students will learn essential techniques such as basic chord shapes, strumming patterns, tuning, and finger placement. We will introduce key musical concepts including rhythm, scales, and time signatures, empowering students to play simple songs and progress to more complex pieces with confidence.
By the end of this course, students will be able to play their favorite songs, understand basic music theory, and develop the skills necessary for continued guitar playing. The course is interactive, offering hands-on instruction, and is perfect for anyone looking to start their musical journey with the guitar!
School of Rock Worship
Suggested Age:
10-18
At School of Rock Worship at One Day Academy the focus is to help students prepare their music and play songs in a band setting. This includes preparation at home, rehearsal with peers, willingness to be a team player in a musical group, listening to other instruments while playing, and of course performance.
One big difference from this class as opposed to traditional school of rock is a focus on Christ and Praise as reasons to practice and perform.
We will be learning worship songs in a mix of genres and focusing on different students skill sets to show the hard work and dedication it takes to be a team player in a band or worship team!
While we still learn the language of music and how it relates to your instrument(s), this class is about using the skills we have worked hard for to perform music as a team.