Update From Director John Dewey!
Read the latest update from Director John Dewey:
Dear Berkley Arts Academy Students and Families,
As we move fully into the late fall season, I want to extend my warmest wishes to all of our students and their families.
It’s been an inspiring few months watching our students make tremendous progress in their lessons, practicing new techniques and preparing for upcoming performances.
This month, we were absolutely blown away by the creativity and spirit shown during our Halloween Costume Week!
Thank you to everyone who participated and made our academy feel festive and fun.
We are thrilled to announce that the winner of a $50 VISA Gift Card is… Evelyn!
Congratulations, Evelyn, on your fantastic costume! Enjoy your prize!
Now that your family’s fall schedules are settling down, it’s the perfect time to commit to regular lesson times and focus on skill building.
Do you have a friend or family member who has always wanted to play an instrument? The holidays are just around the corner, and music lessons make a wonderful, enriching gift!
If you’ve been waiting to enroll, don’t delay! Our winter schedule is filling up quickly.
Call or visit the front desk today to secure a spot for a new student, add a second instrument, or purchase a gift certificate for the holidays.
We look forward to finishing the year strong with all of you. Music is the perfect way to bring joy and focus into the upcoming holiday season.
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!
Liam H.
Louis V.
Rowan K.
Benjamin A.
Avi D.
Anjanu H.
Joseph V.
Ryan A.
Andrew F.
Nolan K.
David B.
Delphine P.
Amelia B.
Lexi B.
Ethan J.
Ollie L.
Libby S.
Deacon S.
Nicola B.
Magdalena F.
Nathan V.
Theodore D.
Aaroh M.
Aria M.
Amelia B.
Sam A.
Norah O.
Marx B.
Natalie G.
Benjamin D.
Charles O.
Amelia D.
Welcome and thank you for being a part of
Berkley Arts Academy!
WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR MUSIC LESSONS!:
“Everything is still wonderful with Theresa. She is very encouraging, supportive, and very knowledgeable!”
-Vitoria Abreu Ruozzi, Madison Heights, MI 10/8/2025
“My son is absolutely loving his drum lessons! The facility is clean, you can watch your child play from the waiting room, and ample parking!”
-Brooke Stone, Oak Park, MI 9/25/2025
“They loved it and are excited for next week! We are working on getting a new guitar!”
-Christina Coden, Berkley, MI 9/19/2025
“A lovely Friday afternoon to start my guitar lessons. I was excited to meet my instructor, whom I anticipated would be an older, retired music teacher. Instead, I was delighted to meet a charming young woman who was the age of my grandchildren. She was a marvelous teacher. Her patience and enthusiasm made me feel comfortable with my insecurity in learning something new. I love this experience for us both. I am already looking forward to my next lesson. Now I need to practice so that I can make her proud.”
-Rita Stewart, Berkley, MI 9/18/2025
“It was an amazing experience.”
-Belem Morales, Royal Oak, MI 9/18/2025
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: SOLD OUT
Christina Moore: Saturday: 5 Spots Left
Neal Laymon: Tuesday: 4 Spots Left
GUITAR:
Sean Mischley: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Jeff Marshall: Tuesday: 5 Spots Left
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Neal Laymon: Tuesday: 4 Spots Left
Austin Overfield: Friday: 3 Spots Left
PIANO:
Brandon Martin: Wednesday: 2 Spots 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: Thursday: 2 Spots Left
Sean Donnelly: Monday: 2 Spots Left
STRINGS (Violin/Viola/Cello):
Taylen Arvay: Friday: 1 Spot 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: 1 Spot Left
BRASS (Trombone, French Horn, Trumpet):
Kevin Scollin: Monday: 1 Spot Left
Upcoming Dates
Thanksgiving Day-CLOSED
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
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