A Foundation for Music Education

Dedicated to provide a safe, welcoming environment for kids and adults of all interests to enrich their lives through educational opportunities, events, and community activities.

The Academy

Individual music instruction is at the heart of Pearl Arts’ comprehensive program. Lesson offerings include a focus on traditional band and orchestral instruments, including voice.

Lesson fees will range from $35-$65 per lesson (based on length of lesson). Scholarships may be available based on financial need.

  • Bassoon
  • Cello
  • Clarinet
  • Classical & Jazz Guitar
  • Euphonium/ Baritone
  • Flute
  • French Horn
  • Harp
  • Mallet Percussion
  • Oboe
  • Piano
  • Saxophone
  • String Bass
  • Trombone
  • Trumpet
  • Tuba
  • Viola
  • Violin
  • Voice
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Benefits of Music Education

Music education is profoundly beneficial, enriching the lives of learners of all ages. Its impact spans cognitive development, emotional expression, social skills, and instills a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

  • Improves cognitive abilities
  • Fosters creativity, self-expression & emotional intelligence
  • Enhances memory function & language skills
  • Improves social interactions, teamwork & discipline
  • Reduces stress & promotes overall well-being
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Taught with Passion

Our seasoned instructors, with diverse musical backgrounds, bring passion to teaching. Tailored to you, regardless of age or skill or musical interest, find your sound at our Music Academy.

  • Instructors with decades of experience
  • Live performance & teaching backgrounds
  • Variety of playing styles music genres
  • Tailored to the student’s interest & learning style
taught with passion

Scholarship Opportunities

We offer students lessons and scholarships for band and orchestra instruments, as well as for vocalists.

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Instructors

Josh Adler

Joshua Adler

  • Piano
  • Guitar
Jeff Amstutz

Jeff Amstutz

  • French Horn
  • Trombone
  • Trumpet
  • Baritone

Sarah Buck

  • Viola
  • Violin
Kelly Cheshier

Kelly Cheshier

  • Voice (classical)
Analiese Cornelio

Analiese Cornelio

  • Violin
  • Voice (classical)
Alexis Crawford

Alexis Crawford

  • French Horn
  • Piano
Ali Dencklau

Ali Dencklau, MMT, MT-BC

  • Music Therapist-Board Certified
Gavin

Gavin Thomas Drew

  • Voice (classical)
Hannah Elberson

Hannah Elberson

  • Voice (classical)
Jesse Evans

Jesse Evans

  • Concert Band
April Gerkin

April Gerken

  • Piano
  • Voice (classical)
Pearl Arts Instructor

David Van Gilder

  • Drums
  • Percussion
Pearl Arts Instructor

Becky Hall

  • Tap Dance Instruction
Michelle Henry

Michelle Henry

  • Flute
  • Harp
  • Piano
Pearl Arts Instructor

Kathleen Kemme

  • Viola
  • Violin
Braden Koble

Braden Koble

  • Concert Percussion
  • Marching Percussion
  • Drum set
Dan McCoy

Dan McCoy

  • Percussion
  • Steel Drums
  • Drum Line
  • Bucket Brigade
  • Bucket Jams Club
Laura Mergy

Laura Mergy

  • Viola
  • Violin
John Miley

John Miley

  • Trumpet
  • Music Technology

Emily Mondok

  • Strings of Pearls
Regina Parker

Regina Parker

  • Clarinet
Sally Hinkle-Teegarden

Sally Hinkle-Teegarden

  • Bassoon
  • Clarinet
  • Oboe
  • Saxophone
Isaac Mahoney

Isaac Mahoney

  • Viola
  • Violin
Josiah M

Josiah Massengale

  • Euphonium/Baritone
  • Trombone
  • Tuba
Jason Pandelidis

Jason Pandelidis

  • Voice, Choir
Curtis Rash

Curtis Rash

  • Drums
  • Percussion
Bri Revis

Bri Revis

  • Cello
Delaney Rice

Delaney Rice

  • Drums
  • Percussion
Micah Roddy

Micah Roddy

  • Euphonium/Baritone
  • Trombone
  • Tuba
Ryan Smith

Ryan Smith

  • Bass
  • Cello
  • Viola
  • Violin
Terry Solomonson

Terry Solomonson

  • Euphonium/Baritone
  • Trombone
  • Tuba
Eric Stalter

Eric Stalter

  • Banjo
  • Cello
  • Classical/Jazz Guitar
  • Dobro
  • Mandolin
  • Ukulele
  • Viola
  • Violin
Tyler Summers

Tyler Summers

  • French Horn
Jake Svay

Jake Svay

  • Choir
Griffin TenBarge

Griffin TenBarge

  • Classical/Jazz Guitar
Carter Vernon

Carter Vernon

  • Saxophone
Arturo Villarreal

Arturo Villarreal

  • Classical/Jazz Guitar
  • Keyboard
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