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Music teacher Michael Schutte believes you are never too old to learn and instrument and sing.
For the past 13 years, Schutte has been helping children, adults and seniors discover the pleasure of making music at the Academy of Music and Art in Qualicum Beach.
With more than 35 years of teaching experience and a lifetime spent in professional music, recording studios and television, Schutte believes that music lessons should be enjoyable, encouraging and adapted to each individual student.
“Many adults tell me they have always wanted to sing or play an instrument, but never had the opportunity,” Schutte said. “Some believe they are too old to begin—but you are never too old to make music. You don’t need any previous experience, and you certainly don’t need to become a concert performer. The most important thing is to enjoy yourself.”
The academy offers private lessons in guitar, ukulele, piano, keyboard, singing, drums, songwriting and recording.
For children, lessons are creative, encouraging and fun.
Adults and retirees are equally welcome. Learning an instrument or taking singing lessons can provide a rewarding new interest, keep the mind active and bring music back into everyday life. Some students want to revisit an instrument they played many years ago, while others are picking one up for the very first time.
Singers also have the opportunity to work in Schutte’s private recording studio.
“Our students decide what they would like to achieve,” Schutte said. “Some want to learn a few songs for their own enjoyment, some want to sing with more confidence, and others dream of making their own recording. Every goal is worthwhile.”
For more information, visit academyofmusicandartparksville.com or phone 250-927-4005.