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Music Is Always There for Us |
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Dear ,
In one of my adult music therapy sessions this week, a client shared something that resonated with me. He said, “Music is always there for me, no matter where I’m at. It helps me understand what I sometimes can’t express myself.”
What a powerful reminder of what music is—a constant companion, a safe space, a way to make sense of our inner world when words fall short.
As I reflected on his words, I couldn’t help but think about the incredible gift our students have—not only to experience music in this way but to create it. To learn an instrument, write a song, or simply sit at the piano and let their feelings flow... that’s more than just a skill. It’s a lifeline. And for others—like my client—it becomes a bridge to understanding, healing, and connection.
Every scale practiced, every note learned, every beat kept—it all adds up to something so much more than just music. It becomes a form of expression that not everyone has but so many people need.
So, if you’ve ever wondered whether sticking with lessons is worth it, I hope this serves as your reminder: the ability to create music is a profound gift—not just for you but for the people who will one day need your music to speak for them.
Keep learning, keep growing, and let the music lead the way.
Allison Jarrell 🎵
Founder and CEO
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What is your teenager doing for Spring Break?
If your answer is... nothing... sleeping in... playing video games...
Why not give them something to do that's worth setting an alarm for on Spring Break?! (And hey, it starts WAY later than high school does, so they can still catch up on sleep!)
We are excited to host an exclusive, hands-on camp in collaboration with Nature Boy Studios. Designed for aspiring producers, songwriters, and artists, this small-group experience will provide students with real-world music production training in a professional studio setting.
Under the guidance of an experienced producer, students will dive into recording, mixing, mastering, and production techniques using both digital and analog gear. Participants will collaborate with peers to create an industry-ready song, gaining insider knowledge of how professional musicians and producers work. Whether you’re a beginner or already producing, this immersive experience will refine your skills and elevate your sound.
Participants should have some prior music experience, whether through private lessons, school or church ensembles, community groups, or independent songwriting and production.
The camp concludes with a special release party on Friday afternoon, where students will showcase and celebrate their work!
Ages: 16-19
Dates: April 7 – 11
Time: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Final Release Party: Friday afternoon after camp 🎉
Location: Nature Boy Studios, 1397 Blashfield St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Cost: $450
Limited to only 5 students!
Camp is NEXT WEEK, so don't delay! Register your older teen for this camp that could prove life-changing! |
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Have you registered your student for the Spring Showcase? |
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Metro Music Makers is thrilled to invite you to our Spring Showcase 2025, a special event where students take the stage to showcase their musical progress in front of family and friends. Join us for an unforgettable day of music, celebration, and community!
Venue: Red Clay Music Foundry • 3116 Main St, Duluth, GA 30096
Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
Showtimes: 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM
(Students must check in 30 minutes before their scheduled performance time.)
Registration for the Spring Showcase closes on Friday, April 18, so register your student today! |
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Make it a Musical Summer! |
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We have some wonderful music camps coming up this summer all over the metro Atlanta area. Check out the list below and register your student for a week of music education, making friends, and FUN!
Alpharetta Camps
Rock Band Camp – May 27 – 30 (Waitlist)
Acoustic Jam Fest! – July 7 – 11
Rock Band Camp All Stars – July 21 – 25 (one spot left) |
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Chamblee Camps
Music Making Camp — A Creative Adventure in Sound! – June 23-26 |
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Roswell Camps
Girls Rock Band Camp – June 9-12
Teen Rock Band Camp – June 23-26 |
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Student Workshops Are a Great Replacement for Missed Lessons |
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We are continuing our exciting new student workshop series, designed to enhance our students' learning experience and boost their musicianship. These engaging masterclasses focus on key areas of music theory, technique, and performance, giving our students the tools and confidence to excel as a musician.
Bonus: We understand the importance of making up missed lessons, and our workshops offer a flexible and beneficial alternative. Each workshop counts as one make-up lesson, regardless of its duration, offering more options for our students to stay on track with their studies. However, due to limited space, sign-ups are on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t delay in securing a spot.
Songwriting Unleashed: A Creative Workshop
Dates: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 7:15-8:15 PM
Location: Zoom (Login info will be sent to participants via email ahead of time.)
Instructor: Victor Ezquerra, lead guitar instructor and rock band camp coach
Sing Strong, Sing Long: A Guide to Vocal Longevity
Dates: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Time: 7:15-8:15 PM
Location: Zoom
Instructor: Abigail Sykes, lead vocal instructor as well as piano, ukulele, and guitar
The Greatest Riff Master: Guitar Shreducation
Dates: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Instructor: Mark Grundhoefer, lead guitar instructor and rock band camp director |
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What Parents Are Saying |
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""It was great! Chris has an excellent rapport and Theo was engaged and enthusiastic about the lesson and to practice at home."
-Ms. B's feedback about her son's first piano lesson with Chris Hernandez |
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Refer a Friend to Us and Receive a $50 Credit! |
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We love it when you share your experience with Metro Music Makers with neighbors and friends. When your friends and family join the MMM family based on your referral, you receive a $50 credit toward your lessons.
Do you have a neighborhood Facebook group? Share a link to our website and include a testimonial! Just make sure they use your name when they register. Read more about the program below. |
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Important Dates |
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Spring Break Music Production Camp - April 7-11 Register
Spring Showcase - Sunday, May 11 (Mother's Day!) Register
Rock Band Camp (Alpharetta) – May 27 – 30 Waitlist
Girls Rock Band Camp (Roswell) – June 9-12 Register
Music Making Camp — A Creative Adventure in Sound! (Chamblee) – June 23-26 Register
Teen Rock Band Camp (Roswell) – June 23-26 Register
Acoustic Jam Fest! (Alpharetta) – July 7 – 11 Register
Rock Band Camp – Where Young Musicians Become Rock Stars! (Chamblee) – July 14-18 Register
Rock Band Camp All Stars (Alpharetta) – July 21 – 25 Register
More details and events coming soon! |
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Cancellation Policy: Customers may reschedule a maximum of 3 lessons per year with a limit of 2 reschedules within any one semester.* A 24-hour advance notice to 678-637-7293 or info@metromusicmakers.com is required.
*Exception: Students of senior-level instructors are unable to reschedule canceled lessons. |
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