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Welcome to Stress-Free, Uplifting Family Events:
Concerts at GAA

Music lessons shouldn’t just develop your child’s skills—they should bring family and friends together in joyful celebration. Greenwich Arts Academy offers music education that nurtures creativity, builds confidence, and makes every concert a memorable, uplifting event.

🎥 See the Joy of Stress-Free Concerts in Action! Click "play" below to experience one of the benefits that makes Greenwich Arts Academy the region’s top choice for family-friendly music education.

"This 2-minute video will show you how we take the fear factor out of performing and instead hold concerts that inspire joy and confidence. If you dreaded 'recitals' when you were a student, you'll recognize the differences right away..."

What Makes Greenwich Arts Academy Different?

• Stress-Free Performances
  Our concerts are relaxed celebrations, designed to boost your child’s confidence while creating lasting family memories.
• Human-Centered Scheduling
  Scheduling is handled by real, caring staff who understand your family’s needs—not an impersonal app.
• Tailored for Busy Families
  Flexible programs fit seamlessly into your day, making it easy to prioritize your child’s growth.
• ‍Proven Benefits Beyond Music
  Boost grades, encourage discipline, and enhance creativity with lessons that go beyond the instrument.
• Did You Know?
  90% of our students report higher confidence after just 3 months of lessons!

Happy Parents, Happy Kids

"Greenwich Arts Academy not only made me love music, but made me want to teach it."

– Athena*, 16, Stamford, CT

"Michael [Hienzsch, co-founder and Director of the Academy] has been a fantastic piano teacher for my kids. The big differentiators?

1. Music Theory
   Michael teaches traditional piano (reading music, classical, etc.) along with music theory, which enhances kids' ability to play in bands. By introducing my kids to music theory, I feel like we are opening up music as a lifelong pursuit.
   
2. Understanding the Brain
   As a child-resilience expert, I understand that knowing how the brain works is critical when teaching skills. Michael not only understands music, but he has a strong grasp of learning theory and the neurological impact of music instruction."

– Donna M. Volpitta, Ed.d, Pound Ridge, NY

"Gabriel (6), who initially had much reservation about learning how to play the piano, has sailed through many books with his teacher in less than 4 months. He loves the classes with Michael and is making wonderful progress! Thank you, Michael, for making it look so easy, painless, and FUN!"

– Ariane Herne, Old Greenwich, CT

"Michael’s blend of music theory and understanding of how kids learn makes music a lifelong, confidence-building skill." ~ Donna M. Volpitta, Ed.D

Discover the Greenwich Arts Academy Advantage

• Expert Teachers, Personal Touch
  Our instructors nurture every student’s talent while emphasizing skills that build resilience and confidence. Donna M. Volpitta, Ed.D., a child-resilience expert, praises our approach for blending learning theory with music instruction, helping children build self-assurance through music.
• Meet Our Teachers
  Our faculty have received their education from prestigious institutions such as University of California at Berkeley (music dept), Berklee College of Music, Music For The Media, and University of California at Los Angeles (music dept). Many of our instructors have gone on performance tours of the US and Europe and have over 25 years of professional performance and teaching experience.
  
  Our teachers' range of knowledge is a big part of why our members love their lessons at GAA. The instructors also understand that -- crucially -- an error in execution is an opportunity, not a failure, and they make sure beginners don't get discouraged but rather empowered by their mistakes. An excellent teaching method, particularly if you are of a certain age and remember how music used to be taught...
  

“At Greenwich Arts Academy, we believe in celebrating every child’s potential through joyful, stress-free music education.” – Michael Hienzsch, Academy Director

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