Providing thousands of students with the highest quality arts education since 1995.
If you’re looking for music lessons or dance classes in Tucson, Arizona, you’re in the right place! Since 1995, we have provided thousands of students with the highest quality arts education.
Bringing together a community of distinguished international faculty, we offer personalized instruction through private lessons, group classes and ensembles, as well as master classes and workshops. Whether you are a beginner, or an advanced student, you will discover a style of teaching that fits your personality, and your personal goals.
Music Lessons
Music isn’t just about playing notes—it’s about expression, connection, and growth. In our community-centered program, students experience the joy of making music while building confidence, creativity, and lifelong skills. With collaborative ensembles and regular performance opportunities, we offer a high-quality musical journey rooted in excellence and heart.
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Voice
The vocal instrument is a complex living system and healthy technique is the key to lifelong enjoyment. Let our instructors guide you on your journey of expression and discovery.
Piano
The piano is both approachable for young beginners and richly complex for advanced players, and is perfect for learning to read music and building a strong musical foundation.
Guitar & Ukulele
Guitar is one of the most versatile instruments in music today, with deep roots in both classical repertoire and contemporary styles. Our instructors teach across a wide range of genres, helping you build dependable skills whether you’re playing solo or in a group.
Violin
The violin is a versatile and expressive instrument with a wide emotional range. Learning it develops agility, refined listening, and nuanced control—enabling players to convey everything from delicate lyricism to powerful intensity. It inspires growth and opens doors to both solo and ensemble playing.
Cello
Cello lessons offer a chance to connect deeply with one of music’s most soulful instruments. Develop strong fundamentals to play without tension and produce a clear and beautiful sound with this instrument through careful and insightful guidance.
Woodwind
Woodwind instruments offer a rich palette of sound—lyrical, expressive, and full of character. Whether learning flute, clarinet, or saxophone, students develop breath control, tone, and musical sensitivity. Studying woodwinds fosters deep listening and expressive playing, opening the door to both solo and ensemble experiences.
Drums
Drum lessons build a solid foundation in rhythm, timing, and technique essential for all styles. From mastering basic beats to more complex patterns, students develop control and confidence. Whether playing rock, jazz, or beyond, these fundamentals empower students to express themselves fully on the drum kit or with a variety of percussion instruments.
Private Lessons
Individual instruction encourages the growth of excellent music skills, and provides a foundation for music literacy.
Music Ensemble
Gain music skills like awareness of blend and balance, intonation, accuracy in keeping beat, and attention to detail when working alongside other musicians. Collaborative playing not only sharpens these technical abilities but also sparks creativity and motivation, as students find inspiration in the shared energy and expression of making music together.
Music Theory
Music theory classes are a valuable supplement to private lessons, helping students understand the structure behind what they play. By exploring rhythm, harmony, and form, students build confidence and deepen their connection to music—no matter their instrument or style.
Music FunTime
Academy Pre-school music classes are are the best way to set a foundation for success in private lessons. Our classes are full of laughter and discovery.
Dance Classes
Dance isn’t just about learning steps—it’s about discovering rhythm, building confidence, and experiencing joy. At our community-minded school, we nurture excellence in dance and support lifelong learning in a diverse and welcoming environment.
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Ballet
Ballet is a foundational dance form that provides grace, poise, and technique required to excel in all other areas of dance. Ballet focuses on balance, posture, discipline, flexibility, with clear concise execution of technique.
Tap
Tap dance is a rhythmic and expressive art form that transforms the dancer into both performer and percussionist. Combining movement with musicality, tap develops coordination, timing, and a strong sense of rhythm. Our tap classes emphasize clear sound, technique, and style while encouraging creativity and individual expression —all while having fun and developing a deep connection to music.
Jazz
Jazz dance is vibrant, expressive, and full of energy. It emphasizes sharp movements, dynamic footwork, and rhythmic precision. Our jazz classes focus on building strength, flexibility, coordination, and musicality. Through structured warm-ups, across-the-floor progressions, and engaging choreography, students develop strong technique, confidence, and a commanding presence—all in a fun and supportive setting.
Contemporary
Contemporary dance emphasizes fluid movement, emotional expression, and creative exploration. Our contemporary classes help dancers build strong technique, body awareness, and artistry. Students learn to move with intention and connect movement to music and emotion, developing both their physical skills and their individual voice as dancers.
Hip-Hop
Hip hop dance is bold, expressive, and constantly evolving. It offers dancers a powerful outlet for creativity and individuality. Our hip hop classes teach foundational grooves, current choreography, and performance skills in a high-energy, encouraging environment. Dancers of all levels build coordination, strength, and confidence while staying connected to the latest movement and music styles.
Lyrical
Lyrical is a beautiful blend of ballet and jazz, filled with emotion, grace, and stunning musicality. It emphasizes fluid movement, emotional expression, and creative exploration. At Music & Dance Academy, our lyrical classes help dancers build strong technique, body awareness, and artistry. Students learn to move with intention and connect movement to music and emotion, developing both their physical skills and their individual voice as dancers.
Let our teachers be your guide!
Our dedicated teachers are the heart of our music and dance school. Their passion for teaching shines through in every lesson, creating a warm, welcoming environment for students of all levels. Trained at some of the world’s most renowned institutions and mentored by leading artists, they bring exceptional expertise, rich performance experience, and a deep love for their craft to every class.
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At the Academy, music lessons are more than just instruction—they’re a space for discovery, creativity, and connection. We teach students from toddlers to adults, helping them grow not only as musicians but as confident, expressive individuals. With lessons in piano, guitar, voice, strings, drums, and more, our program blends solid training with a warm, community-centered approach that makes music a lasting part of each student’s life.
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Dance Classes
From first steps to advanced technique, our dance classes for ages 3 through adult include ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip hop. Join a vibrant community of dancers and discover the joy of movement at every level. Explore our class offerings to find the right fit. Learn more about our dance classes.
Online Music & Dance Classes
The top quality Academy lessons Tucson families know and love are now also available online, as well as in person. We offer online music & dance classes.
Community Events
Music & Dance Academy students and faculty participate with performances in various festivals, fairs, and events throughout the greater Tucson region. Events include Tucson Meet Yourself!, Tucson Children’s Museum FAME event, Oro Valley Children’s Museum events, Town of Oro Valley Kids Concert Series and Oro Valley Arts in the Park to name a few. Learn more about our community.