Update From Director John Dewey!
Read the latest update from Director John Dewey:
Dear Berkley Arts Academy Students and Families,
First, I am thrilled to share some wonderful news and celebrate the success of our recent Bring A Friend Week!
This event was a huge success, bringing new energy and enthusiasm to our academy as many of you shared the joy of music with your friends.
Please join me in congratulating our winners, Juliana and Naomi!
Juliana and Naomi each won a $50 Visa Gift Card!
Congratulations, and thank you for being such great ambassadors for our academy. Thank you to everyone who participated; your enthusiasm makes our music community stronger.
Mark your calendars! We are excited to announce our upcoming Halloween Costume Week!
- When: Monday, October 20th – Sunday, October 26th, 2025
- What: Simply wear your Halloween costume to your music lesson during this special week!
Not only is it a fun way to celebrate the season, but every student who comes in costume will be entered into a draw to win a $50 Visa Gift Card!
How to Enter: After your lesson, make sure to stop by the front desk to officially enter the contest!
We can’t wait to see your creativity and musical style come together!
If you have friends, family, or neighbors who have been considering music lessons, or if you’re thinking of enrolling another child, now is the perfect time!
We are currently running our Halloween Music Lesson Sale, and the offer expires at the end of the month:
- Offer: SAVE $55.00! This includes a Free Lesson Book Bag, Free Lesson Book, and Free Registration when you sign up.
- Deadline: This offer expires October 31st, 2025!
Hurry! Lesson times are filling up fast!
They can easily get started by visiting www.BerkleyMusicLessons.com or by calling/texting us at (248)289-8010.
Thank you again for being a vital part of the Music Academy family! We look forward to seeing your amazing costumes and having a fun-filled October!
John Dewey
Berkley Arts Academy
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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!
Marie C.
Violet M.
Scarlett M.
Gerdie T.
Anne K.
Violet F.
Juliana K.
Joseph M.
Marx B.
Dahlia S.
Jackson G.
Opal S.
Helena A.
Sylvie A.
Roslyn S.
Selina S.
Amelia B.
Hadley V.
Mateo G.
Miles G.
Averi B.
Bowen D.
Brynn T.
Lindsay N.
Daisy H.
Dorothy H.
Marybeth H.
Leah D.
Kelsey M.
Harlan C.
Niko C.
Liam H.
Louis V.
Welcome and thank you for being a part of
Berkley Arts Academy!
WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR MUSIC LESSONS!:
“I love my lessons. You have such amazing teachers, and the staff is so friendly!”
-Darlene Crawford, Detroit, MI 9/14/2025
“Went great! Appreciate the focus on technique and use of the mirror to get her to see her own habits.”
-Caitlin Schein, Beverly Hills, MI 9/9/2025
“Hi! Leo loved his first lesson. We’ve been practicing at home in the meantime and look forward to our lesson next week.”
-Joan Bowker, Huntington Woods, MI 9/4/2025
“My first session was awesome. Christina is a wonderful, talented, and patient teacher. I am so excited. Thank you! ❤️”
-Rita Stewart, Berkley, MI 8/30/2025
“My daughter started guitar lessons at Berkley Music Academy just three months ago, and the progress she’s made is amazing! She’s already learned so much and absolutely loves coming to her lessons each week. Her teacher, Jeff, is patient, encouraging, and really knows how to make learning fun. I’ve seen her confidence grow not only in music but in herself. She looks forward to every lesson and is excited to keep learning. I highly recommend Berkley Music Academy for anyone looking for a supportive and inspiring place for music education!”
-Leslie Kachel, Bloomfield Township, 8/13/2025
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: 1 Spot 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: 6 Spots Left
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Neal Laymon: Tuesday: 4 Spots Left
PIANO:
Brandon Martin: SOLD OUT
Thane Hall-Tenorio: Wednesday: 2 Spots Left
Mike Tashjian: Monday: 3 Spots Left
Savannah Moncrief: Tuesday: 5 Spots Left
Kiyah Griffin: Wednesday: 3 Spots Left
DRUMS:
Jake Andrews: Wednesday: 5 Spots Left
Niko Martinez: Thursday: 3 Spots Left
Sean Donnelly: SOLD OUT
James Donaldson: Tuesday: 6 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: 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
Berkley Arts Academy 2026 Winter Recitals
January 2026-TBA
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