Take the Stage
Music Lessons, Group Class, recording studio, and stage concert age :10+
Music Lessons
At CoJa Music Academy, our Take the Stage program offers a weekly music lesson that prepares young musicians for exciting live and studio performances. Building on the foundation of our First Steps in Music program, these private lessons are designed for students ready to take their skills to the next level by mastering full songs. Through Take the Stage, students study on a variety of instruments, including:
- Piano
- Bass Guitar
- Guitar
- Drums
- Voice
- Percussion
- Trumpet
- And more!
Our Take the Stage music lessons focus on perfecting songs to perform with a live band, record in the studio, and showcase at our year-end concert. This program offers hands-on experience that encourages young musicians to put their skills into action, providing an empowering pathway toward becoming confident, well-rounded performers.
Group Class
At CoJa Music Academy, our Take the Stage program offers engaging group music classes where young musicians learn the essentials of live performance. Building on our First Steps in Music program, these classes prepare students for the next level, focusing on practical skills that bring confidence and professionalism to the stage.
During each Take the Stage session, students:
- Rehearse full songs with a band of their peers, building teamwork and musical cohesion.
- Practice speaking into the microphone, learning how to address and engage with an audience.
- Gain hands-on experience with setting up and managing equipment, empowering them to feel at home on any stage.
- Receive personalized feedback from experienced instructors, focusing on refining their performance skills.
This program transforms private music lessons into live performance experiences, helping students develop the stage presence and skills needed for our exciting year-end concert. At CoJa Music Academy, our mission is to inspire young musicians through supportive, hands-on learning that makes music exciting, accessible, and deeply rewarding!
Recording studio
Our Take the Stage program at CoJa Music Academy offers students the unique opportunity to step into a real recording studio and record themselves playing, which is not only incredibly fun but also instructional. Listening to their recordings helps students hear how they truly sound, allowing them to identify areas for improvement and become more skilled performers.
Each semester, we invite the entire group class to join in the studio, where they listen to each other’s recordings and cheer each other on. This shared experience builds camaraderie and mutual support among young musicians, culminating in a final recording of their group song. Through Take the Stage, students gain both solo and group performance insights, helping them grow into confident, well-rounded musicians ready to take the spotlight!