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The Power of Small Wins |
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In music—and in life—it’s easy to focus only on the big milestones. But every great performance, every mastered piece, and every moment on stage is built on a series of small victories. Whether it’s learning a new chord, finally nailing that tricky rhythm, or just showing up to practice on a tough day—these little wins matter.
At Metro Music Makers, we believe in celebrating each of these moments. They build confidence, fuel motivation, and remind us that progress is happening, even when it feels slow.
For parents, one of the best ways to support your young musician is to notice and praise those small steps forward. A high-five after a good practice, a quick video to show off a new song to a grandparent, or simply saying, “I’m proud of how hard you’re working” can make a big difference. These simple acknowledgments help kids stay excited about learning and remind them that effort is just as important as achievement.
So let’s keep celebrating every little win—because together, they lead to something truly great.
Keep learning, keep growing, and let the music lead the way.
Allison Jarrell 🎵
Founder and CEO
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Congratulations to our March Student of the Month!
Congratulations to Mona Pham, our March MMM Student of the Month! Mona is eleven years old and takes voice lessons from Abigail Sykes and piano from Tony Gibson. She has been taking piano lessons for five-and-a-half years and voice lessons for five years, but her mom shares she has been singing since she was three.
Speaking of her mom, Mona shares that her mom has been a musical influence in her life. "My mom plays the piano, so she thought I would like to play it too," she explains. "I have always liked to sing, and I loved to sing Disney songs when I was really young."
Mona shares how she loves "the sounds and emotions in music, and when music makes someone smile."
Her favorite genre of music is pop, and her favorite musicians are Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, and Ed Sheeran.
Mona has a lot of interests in addition to music, including playing tennis and taking Bollywood dance classes, which she's been doing since she was four. She also likes to draw, play video games, and have movie nights with her family.
"My proudest accomplishment so far is being able to perform complicated piano songs that I love in Metro Music Maker recitals," Mona reflects. "I have another accomplishment that took place recently that I am also very proud of—I played Elsa in my school's Frozen musical. I felt really proud to sing 'Let it Go' in front of my family, teachers, and all my friends!"
When asked which TV talent show she'd choose to be on, Mona says she would like to be on America's Got Talent. "I've seen many videos on YouTube of kids who do really cool things, and I'd love to be on it and sing," she says.
"I love going to school and having fun with my friends," Mona also shares. "One of my favorite things to do in school lately is to ask my class 'Would you rather...' and 'What is your favorite...' questions. Those surveys are a lot of fun and my friends find them very entertaining!" |
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Mona's Faves:
Movie: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, and the Descendants series
Favorite Food: Sushi, specifically spicy salmon rolls
Favorite Candy: Hershey's Cookies 'n' Creme
Favorite School Subject: Math, because I like problem-solving
Future Plans: I would like to be a doctor like my dad and take care of people |
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Mona as Elsa and her voice teacher Abigail after the big show! |
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Congratulations, Mona! Keep making music! |
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🎶 Celebrate, Perform, and Shine! |
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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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Discover the Joy of Songwriting! |
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Music is an incredible way to express creativity, and our Songwriting Class is perfect for beginner-level students in upper elementary and middle school who are ready to explore their musical talents and unlock their creative potential.
This class provides step-by-step guidance to help young musicians write and perform their own songs. Through engaging lessons, collaborative activities, and hands-on practice, students will build the confidence and skills needed to bring their musical ideas to life.
The class begins March 27. Register today and let your child embark on a creative journey that inspires and empowers! |
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Spring Break Music Production Camp Registration is Open! |
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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! |
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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 is the ease of doing business for me. So happy I found this place. Never had one issue. Allison was such a joy to meet. Ananya is such an amazing, knowledgeable, and patient therapist. My son keeps asking to go back. We love it here!"
-Ms. E's feedback from her son's music therapy experience |
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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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Songwriting Class starts - March 27
Piano Comps and Evaluation videos due - March 28
Spring Showcase - Sunday, May 11 (Mother's Day!)
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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