Open Enrollment Starting August 6th 2026
Roots Sessions Stage

FIND YOUR
SOUND.

A community music academy in Northeast Tennessee — private lessons, mentorship, and real performance opportunities designed to help musicians grow at every stage.

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Open Enrollment Begins August 6

Enrollment for Greeneville Music Academy's 2026 programs opens August 6. Start the conversation now and find the right place to begin.

Choose Your Program
Program Paths & Pricing

Choose the path that fits your student.

Compare private instruction with group vocal ensembles so you can choose the best place to begin.

Instrumental & Private Vocal Pathway

Grow. Develop. Perform.

A step-by-step journey designed to build skill, confidence, and a lifelong love of music.

Roots

30 Minutes

Build a strong foundation. Students explore the basics, develop technique, and discover the joy of music.

$140
Per Month

Sessions

45 Minutes

Grow your skills. Students deepen their knowledge, expand their repertoire, and gain confidence through guided instruction.

$210
Per Month

Stage

60 Minutes

Step into the spotlight. Students refine their artistry, prepare for performance, and lead with excellence.

$280
Per Month
  • Four lessons per month
  • Personalized instruction
  • Real growth. Lasting impact.
Group Vocal Program Pathway

Sing. Connect. Shine.

A progressive vocal journey that builds confidence, community, and unforgettable performances.

Roots Voices

Grades K-3

Start the journey. Students build a strong foundation in singing, rhythm, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate activities and songs.

$35
Per Month

Sessions Harmony

Grades 4-8

Grow together. Students expand their vocal skills, explore harmony, and develop confidence while building lasting friendships and stage experience.

$45
Per Month

Stage Collective

High School

Own the stage. Advanced vocalists refine their technique, lead with confidence, and perform at a high level in our premier ensemble.

$55
Per Month
  • Weekly rehearsals
  • Ensemble & harmony training
  • Performances that inspire
Open Enrollment

Choose Your Student's Path

Two programs, two focused request forms. Select the path that best fits your student and we'll guide you through the next step.

Instrumental & Private Vocals

Request one-on-one placement in instruments, private voice, songwriting, music production, theory, and more.

Group Vocal Program

Find the grade-based ensemble where your student can build confidence, musicianship, friendships, and stage experience.

A clear path for musical growth

RootsSessionsStage

More than program names — it's our educational philosophy. Every musician moves through three stages: learning, collaborating, and performing.

A young student learning drums with a teacher
ROOTS
Learning
Every musician starts somewhere.

Students build confidence, develop fundamentals, and discover a love for music through individual instruction.

Focus: Rhythm · Listening · Technique · Creativity · Confidence
Musicians collaborating together in a session
SESSIONS
Collaborating
Music comes alive together.

Students keep learning one-on-one while collaborating in ensembles, bands, and group experiences.

Focus: Ensemble · Collaboration · Musicianship · Performance Skills
A musician performing live on stage
STAGE
Performing
Share your sound.

Advanced musicians lead, perform, and mentor — representing the academy through live performance.

Focus: Performance · Leadership · Artistry · Mentorship
Why the GMA pathway works

Most programs stop at lessons. We don't.

Lasting musical growth happens when individual instruction is joined by collaboration, performance, and mentorship. That combination is what turns a student into a musician.

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01

Individual Instruction

Private lessons that build real, lasting fundamentals at each student's pace.

A band collaborating and performing together
02

Group Collaboration

Making music with others — the fastest, most joyful way to grow.

Performing live in front of a crowd
03

Real Performance

Regular chances to take the stage and turn practice into confidence.

A teacher celebrating with a young student
04

Mentorship

Instructors who know each student and guide them as people, not just players.

Every student deserves a place to learn, grow, perform, and belong.
That place is Greeneville Music Academy.
Study

What do you want to play?

No experience required. Just a willingness to begin.

🎸

Guitar

Acoustic, electric or bass — from first chords to full songs, riffs, solos, and playing with others.

🎹

Piano & Keys

Build skills in chords, melody, rhythm, reading, and the music you actually want to play.

🥁

Drums & Percussion

Develop groove, timing, coordination, and the skills to confidently lock in with a band.

🎤

Voice

Discover your range, build confidence, and learn to sing the music you love with strength and control.

🎶

Group Vocals

Learn harmony, blend, confidence, and performance skills while making music as part of an ensemble.

Don't see your instrument?

Tell us what you want to play.

GMA is built to grow with our community. If there's enough interest in an instrument — and we can find the right instructor — we'll work to bring it to the Academy.

Request an Instrument

See where your music can take you.

As students move along the pathway, lessons open into collaboration, creativity, and performance.

SongwritingEnsemblesWorkshopsCampsPerformance Opportunities
Explore the GMA Pathway
Community Campuses

Music, all across Greene County.

We're building a network of community-based learning locations to make music education accessible throughout Greeneville.

Trinity United Methodist Church, Greeneville

Trinity United Methodist Church

A welcoming community space for music in the heart of Greeneville.

Interested in hosting music education at your church, school, or community space?

Become a Host Campus
Additional community partnerships — coming soon
GMA at 2026 Pioneer Pitch Day and Co.Starters Pitch Night
Our Story

Built for this community.
Believed in by this community.

Greeneville Music Academy was founded to give Northeast Tennessee a true community music academy — not a lesson studio, but a creative home where students are mentored, collaborate with other musicians, and step on stage.

That vision has already been met with incredible support. In 2026, GMA earned 1st Place at Co.Starters Pitch Night and was recognized with Best Community Pitch and 3rd Place Overall at Pioneer Pitch Day.

But the awards mean more than a place on a podium. They are a reminder that this community believes in what we are building: a place where a young person can pick up an instrument, find their people, build confidence, and discover just how far music can take them.

This is only the beginning. And we're building it together.

Joshua ShoresFounder & Executive Director

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Teach at GMA

Help shape the next generation of musicians.

We're building a team of passionate instructors who believe in mentorship, creativity, and community. Whether you teach guitar, piano, drums, voice, strings, brass, woodwinds, or a specialty instrument, we'd love to start a conversation.

Become an Instructor
GMA Foundation

Help Build the Sound

Every donation helps provide instruments, scholarships, music education, and performance opportunities for students throughout Greene County.

Community Launch Goal: $20,000

Donate Now
Tyler Bird, Board President
Tyler BirdBoard President
Dr. Jessica Ricker, Board Vice President
Dr. Jessica RickerBoard Vice President
Brooke Williams, Board Secretary
Brooke WilliamsBoard Secretary
Brianna Fell, Board Treasurer
Brianna FellBoard Treasurer
Angee Woody, Board Member
Angee WoodyBoard Member
Kaitlin Wiggins, Board Member
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Frequently Asked Questions

What families ask before they begin.

Quick answers about lessons, placement, tuition, locations, and what happens after you register.

When do lessons begin?

Lessons begin August 17, 2026. Once your registration has been reviewed, we'll contact you to match your student with the instructor, schedule, and location that best fits your needs.

Does registering guarantee my child a spot?

No. Registration places your student into our placement process. We carefully match each student with an instructor based on instrument, age, experience, availability, and scheduling. If all available openings are filled, your student will be placed on our priority waiting list in the order registrations were received.

How are students assigned to instructors?

Every student is individually matched based on instrument or voice, age, experience level, schedule availability, instructor availability, and overall educational fit. Our goal is finding the right instructor, not simply the first available instructor.

What instruments do you currently offer?

Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums & Percussion, Voice, Violin, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium/Baritone, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Oboe, Bassoon, Music Theory, Songwriting, Music Production, and Live Audio Engineering. As new instructors join Greeneville Music Academy, additional offerings will continue to expand.

What is the difference between the lesson pathways?

Students grow through three stages as their confidence, skills, and performance experience develop.

ROOTS (30-minute private lessons)
Students meet one-on-one with their instructor each week to build strong musical foundations, develop proper technique, and establish healthy practice habits. This is where every musical journey begins.

SESSIONS (45-minute program)
Students combine two private lessons and two group band rehearsals each month. This allows them to continue developing individually while learning to collaborate, communicate, and perform alongside other musicians.

STAGE (60-minute program)
Our most advanced pathway is designed for students preparing for performance opportunities and advanced musicianship. Instruction may include a combination of private lessons, group rehearsals, ensemble coaching, and performance preparation depending on each student's goals and level of development.

Students are not required to move through every level. Our instructors will recommend the pathway that best supports each student's growth.

What is the Group Vocal Program?

Our Group Vocal Program is a performance-based ensemble experience where students develop healthy vocal technique, harmony, rhythm, stage presence, teamwork, and performance skills. Students rehearse weekly and perform throughout the year.

Programs include:

  • Roots Voices (Grades K-3)
  • Sessions Harmony (Grades 4-8)
  • Stage Collective (High School)
Can my child participate if they have never played an instrument?

Absolutely. Many students begin with no prior musical experience. Our instructors are trained to meet students where they are and help them grow with confidence.

Are adults welcome?

Yes. While much of our programming serves youth, we also offer lessons for adult students.

Where are lessons held?

Greeneville Music Academy is proudly in residence at Trinity United Methodist Church in Greeneville, Tennessee. Additional educational partnerships may be added as our programs continue to grow.

How much do lessons cost?

Instrumental & Private Vocal Lessons:

  • Roots (30-minute private lessons): $140/month
  • Sessions (45-minute program): $210/month
  • Stage (60-minute program): $280/month

Group Vocal Program:

  • Roots Voices: $35/month
  • Sessions Harmony: $45/month
  • Stage Collective: $55/month

Registration is free. Once your student has been matched with an instructor and lesson time has been confirmed, a one-time $25 registration fee is collected to officially reserve their place in the program.

How many lessons are included each month?

Private lesson tuition includes four lessons per month. Group Vocal tuition includes weekly rehearsals throughout the season.

What if I miss a lesson?

Please notify us as soon as possible. Make-up lessons are handled according to our attendance policy and instructor availability.

Are scholarships available?

Not yet. One of the primary goals of the Greeneville Music Academy Foundation is to make music education accessible to every family in our community. While scholarships are not currently available, our Foundation Board is actively building partnerships and securing funding to launch a need-based scholarship program in the future. As scholarship opportunities become available, they will be announced on our website and social media channels.

What if the instrument my child wants isn't currently offered?

Go ahead and register. As additional instructors join our team, we'll expand programming and contact families on our waiting list as opportunities become available.

Why does registration open before schedules are assigned?

Rather than asking families to fit into predetermined lesson times, we build the schedule around our students. This allows us to make the best instructor match while creating schedules that work for both families and teachers.

Who teaches at Greeneville Music Academy?

Our instructors are experienced educators and working musicians who are passionate about helping students grow. All instructors complete an application, interview process, reference checks, and background screening before joining our team.

How do I get started?
  1. Complete the online registration form.
  2. We'll review your student's information.
  3. We'll contact you with instructor placement and scheduling options.
  4. Once your schedule is confirmed, your musical journey begins.
Our Promise

At Greeneville Music Academy, we believe music education is about more than learning notes. Every lesson, rehearsal, and performance is designed to help students build confidence, develop character, discover community, and find their unique musical voice. Whether your student is picking up an instrument for the first time or preparing for the stage, we're committed to helping them grow every step of the way.

Ready to begin?

START YOUR
MUSICAL JOURNEY

Have questions or ready to get started? Reach out to learn more, book a consultation, and find your sound at Greeneville Music Academy.