Update From Director John Dewey!
Read the latest update from Director John Dewey:
Dear Berkley Arts Academy Students and Families,
This month, we are celebrating the passion our students bring to their instruments and the heart they put into every practice session. Whether you are just starting your musical journey or are a seasoned performer, we are here to help your love for the arts grow even deeper.
This February, we are inviting everyone to give the gift of music lessons. Whether they want to rock out on the drums or play a classical piece on the piano, Berkley Arts Academy is the perfect place to start.
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, we have a special sweetheart of a deal:
SAVE $70.00 (First Lesson FREE + FREE Registration when you sign up!)
Redeem Online: Use Promo Code BERKLEY70 Offer Expires 2/28/2026!
Let’s make music together!
You can sign up online right now at www.BerkleyMusicLessons.com or reach out to us by text or call at 248-289-8010.
We have a sweet challenge waiting for our students in the lobby!
From February 2nd through February 15th, 2026, we invite all students to participate in our annual Candy Heart Guessing Game.
- How to Play: Stop by the front desk and take your best guess at the total number of candy hearts in the jar.
- The Prize: The student with the closest guess to the actual total will win the entire jar!
Be sure to submit your guess next time you’re in for a lesson!
Music is a gift that keeps on giving, enriching lives and building skills that last forever.
If you know someone who would love to start their journey, please share our Valentine’s promotion with them! There is no better time than now to get signed up and start making music.
We look forward to seeing you all at your lessons this week!
John Dewey
Owner, Berkley Arts Academy and Okemos Music Academy
PLEASE LEAVE US A 5-STAR GOOGLE REVIEW!
Berkley Music Academy is the only music school in Metro Detroit that gives its students the opportunity to earn special color wristband bracelets, trophies, AND certificates for passing musical tests with the Musical Ladder System®.
Find out more about the Musical Ladder System® at BerkleyMusicLessons.com or contact the office staff at 248-289-8010!
WELCOME NEW STUDENTS!
Please welcome our new students!
Charles O.
Amelia D.
Brookelynn H.
Corey R.
Dylan R.
Nolan K.
Preston S.
Rowan S.
Ellis V.
Jamal F.
Joseph L.
Rory P.
Brexton A.
Bradley R.
Sloan F.
Sadie .
Libby S.
Maya T.
Evelyn O.
Rebecca T.
Dre G.
Mateo P.
Vincent Pa.
Luke E.
Bryan C.
Michael G.
Theodore K.
Jackson M.
Marici B.
Aria S.
Crew S.
Theo W.
Sarah D.
Gabrielle M.
Naomi L.
Gigi K.
Kelsey H.
Celine S.
Alaya L.
Sofia A.
Victoria W.
Bryce P.
Luca P.
Mabel G.
Makayla C.
Jason T.
Mark R.
Lucy S.
Eleanor G.
Brookelynn H.
Louisa P.
Eloise L.
Victory T.
Dow J.
Aura G.
Alora T.
Davis T.
Morgan J.
John K.
Welcome and thank you for being a part of
Berkley Arts Academy!
WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR MUSIC LESSONS!:
“They’re going great! She’s very happy, and I think she’s improved a lot.”
-Vaugn Derderian, Madison Heights, MI, 1/15/2026
“Colin’s lessons have been great. He really loves learning from Ms. Savannah and looks forward to his lessons every week. We are very happy with our experience at the Berkley Arts Academy.”
-Brandon Gaiffe, Southfield, MI 12/21/2025
“A wonderful place to bring your kids to fall in love with music. Love the system of achievement. Absolutely recommend!“
-Google Review, 12/14/2025
“Violet seems to be enjoying her lessons and is starting to use two hands at once. We’re happy to see her progress!”
-John Ford, Beverly Hills, MI 12/5/2025
“We love him! She enjoys her lessons, she’s learning well, it’s great overall. :)”
-Christi Lawson, Berkley, MI 12/5/2025
Thank you to all who have provided us with feedback about your lessons. We appreciate you being a part of our academy!
Is Your Teacher Sold Out?
Many teachers have sold out. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day, or time, please contact any of our office staff team, and they can add you to the waiting list.
VOICE:
Melissa Haubert: Thursday: 5 Spots Left
Aliyah Smith: SOLD OUT
Theresa Gunn: SOLD OUT
Christina Moore: Friday: 2 Spots Left
GUITAR:
Sean Mischley: Monday: 2 Spots Left
Jeff Marshall: Tuesday: 2 Spots Left
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Austin Overfield: Thursday: 4 Spots Left
Alex Dies: Sunday: 5 Spots Left
PIANO:
Brandon Walters: SOLD OUT
Thane Hall-Tenorio: Thursday: 4 Spots Left
Savannah Moncrief: Saturday: 4 Spots Left
Kiyah Griffin: Wednesday: 1 Spot Left
DRUMS:
Niko Martinez: Thursday: 1 Spot Left
Xavier McCollum: Friday: 4 Spots Left
STRINGS (Violin/Viola/Cello):
Taylen Arvay: Friday: 1 Spot Left
Lily Holifield: Monday: 1 Spot Left
Nicole Kaufman: Friday: 4 Spots Left
WOODWINDS (Clarinet):
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Upcoming Dates
Easter-CLOSED
Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Berkley Arts Academy 2026 Spring Recitals
TBD in June
Independence Day-CLOSED
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
IT’S EASY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP.
Ready to start? You have nothing to lose.
Sign-up is easy and parent-friendly, with helpful staff at the front desk seven days a week to serve you. Because we only offer lessons on a month-to-month basis, there are no large upfront payments, no complicated contracts, no annual material or performance fees, and no semester minimums.
Lessons are first come, first serve, so visit www.BerkleyMusicLessons.com and select “Register Now,” or contact us today to arrange your first lesson!
Lessons are available seven days a week and are scheduled once a week.
Lesson & Office Hours
Mon-Thurs
10:30am – 8:30pm
Fridays
12:30pm – 7:00pm
Saturdays
9:00am – 3:00pm
Sundays
12:00pm – 5:00pm
Berkley Arts Academy
(248)289-8010
2351 12 Mile Rd.
Berkley, MI 48072