Update From Director John Dewey!
Read the latest update from Director John Dewey:
Dear Berkley Arts Academy Students and Families,
As the year draws to a close, the energy within the Academy is truly inspiring! We are so proud of the progress our students have made, and we are excited to look ahead to new opportunities for creativity and learning.
Thank you for making the Berkley Arts Academy community such a vibrant and dedicated place.
This time of year is often filled with thoughts of gifts, and we want to remind you that some of the best gifts are those that truly last a lifetime!
Skip the clutter this holiday season and give the incomparable gift of music lessons!
There is still time to sign up for lessons before the new year begins, and we have a fantastic introductory offer available now:
SAVE $70.00 This discount covers your First Lesson and Registration! Redeem Online: Use Promo Code BERKLEY70 Offer Expires 12/23/2025!
Lessons are filling up quickly, so be sure to secure your spot today by visiting our website: www.BerkleyMusicLessons.com and selecting ‘Register Now,’ or by giving us a call or text at 248-289-8010.
We love seeing and sharing the incredible achievements of our students! To celebrate the season and thank you for being part of our community, we are hosting a fun contest on Instagram.
First, a huge congratulations to Kyle VanDeventer, the winner of last month’s QR Code Promotion! Enjoy your $50 Visa Gift Card, Kyle!
It’s easy to enter, just follow these steps:
- Follow @BerkleyArtsAcademy on Instagram.
- Tag @BerkleyArtsAcademy in a post or story showing your student practicing, performing, or generally enjoying their artistic journey!
- (For Private Accounts only) Screenshot your post/story and send it to us via Direct Message (DM).
The final date to enter is 12/31/2025. Good luck, and happy sharing!
Whether you are looking for the perfect gift to put under the tree or ready to continue your own artistic development, now is the perfect time to commit to musical education.
We can’t wait to see what amazing things our students accomplish in the coming months.
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.
Welcome and thank you for being a part of
Berkley Arts Academy!
WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR MUSIC LESSONS!:
“Very well! She’s come a long way, and it’s been helpful for her.”
-Vaughn Derderian, Madison Heights, MI 11/15/2025
“Thank you for checking. My son enjoyed his first lesson and is excited about continuing to learn.”
-Onika Celestine, Beverly Hills, MI 11/4/2025
“It was fun! I’m excited for the next lesson. He was great.”
-Nicola Bernard, Royal Oak, MI 11/5/2025
“They’ve been going good so far. My son has been excited for his class each week so that’s a good sign to me!”
-Josh Plucinski, Berkley, MI 10/20/2025
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:
Aliyah Smith: Tuesday: 2 Spots Left
Theresa Gunn: Sunday: 2 Spots Left
Christina Moore: Saturday: 5 Spots Left
GUITAR:
Sean Mischley: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Jeff Marshall: Tuesday: 5 Spots Left
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Austin Overfield: Friday: 3 Spots Left
PIANO:
Brandon Walters: Wednesday: 1 Spot Left
Thane Hall-Tenorio: Monday: 4 Spots Left
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Savannah Moncrief: Tuesday: 4 Spots Left
Kiyah Griffin: Wednesday: 3 Spots Left
DRUMS:
Niko Martinez: SOLD OUT
Sean Donnelly: Monday: 2 Spots Left
STRINGS (Violin/Viola/Cello):
Taylen Arvay: Tuesday: 3 Spots Left
Lily Holifield: Monday: 2 Spots Left
Nicole Kaufman: Friday: 4 Spots Left
WOODWINDS (Saxophone/Clarinet):
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Kevin Scollin: Monday: 2 Spots Left
BRASS (Trombone, French Horn, Trumpet):
Kevin Scollin: Monday: 2 Spots Left
Upcoming Dates
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day-CLOSED
Wednesday, December 24th, and Thursday, December 25th, 2025
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day-CLOSED
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 and Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Easter-CLOSED
Sunday, April 5th, 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