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Edge Music Academy offers music lessons that include piano lessons, violin lessons, guitar lessons, ukulele lessons, bass guitar lessons, voice lessons, and drum/percussion lessons. Students can also participate in bands and ensembles, as well as performances that include pro-level shows at real music venues with real audiences.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
Edge Music Academy opened in 2021 and is a family-owned and operated business. It is a local music academy that focuses 100% on education and offers lessons in a variety of formats so students feel comfortable and welcome. Lesson plans are personalized and incorporate formal music skills along with how to play favorite songs, with room for student-chosen songs under curated oversight and designated goals.
Every teacher at Edge Music Academy passes a rigorous audition on each instrument they teach, and the school does not hire beginners as teachers. Instructors have formal music training, and most have taught elsewhere previously. The program is director-led with clear educational progress tracking, and the Artistic Director and Area Director review assigned homework and curriculum implementation to ensure alignment with standards. A 24/7 student portal provides notes and practice tracking after each lesson, and makeups are offered through this portal.
Edge Music Academy began with Jason Thompson’s vision to create a music school rooted in high standards, structured curriculum, and a commitment to artistic integrity. Its mission is to build a vibrant musical community where students are challenged, empowered, and celebrated for who they are and how they grow. The academy offers a variety of performances for all skill levels with intentional programming, unique opportunities, and balanced band setups with no multiples of instruments.
The academy’s philanthropic arm built and maintains free instrument libraries at multiple public libraries and offers classes at partnership locations such as libraries and park districts, working with a list of community partners. Edge Music Academy reports rave reviews from committed families and holds an EXCELLENT rating based on 33 reviews, with the source of reviews verified by Trustindex as Google. Testimonials from parents and students describe positive experiences with piano, violin, and guitar lessons, highlight rapid skill improvement, and note that instructors such as Jason and Corey are knowledgeable, engaging, supportive, and easy to get along with.
Last updated May 28, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
Edge Music Academy opened in 2021 and is a family-owned and operated business. It is a local music academy that focuses 100% on education and offers lessons in a variety of formats so students feel comfortable and welcome. Lesson plans are personalized and incorporate formal music skills along with how to play favorite songs, with room for student-chosen songs under curated oversight and designated goals.
Every teacher at Edge Music Academy passes a rigorous audition on each instrument they teach, and the school does not hire beginners as teachers. Instructors have formal music training, and most have taught elsewhere previously. The program is director-led with clear educational progress tracking, and the Artistic Director and Area Director review assigned homework and curriculum implementation to ensure alignment with standards. A 24/7 student portal provides notes and practice tracking after each lesson, and makeups are offered through this portal.
Edge Music Academy began with Jason Thompson’s vision to create a music school rooted in high standards, structured curriculum, and a commitment to artistic integrity. Its mission is to build a vibrant musical community where students are challenged, empowered, and celebrated for who they are and how they grow. The academy offers a variety of performances for all skill levels with intentional programming, unique opportunities, and balanced band setups with no multiples of instruments.
The academy’s philanthropic arm built and maintains free instrument libraries at multiple public libraries and offers classes at partnership locations such as libraries and park districts, working with a list of community partners. Edge Music Academy reports rave reviews from committed families and holds an EXCELLENT rating based on 33 reviews, with the source of reviews verified by Trustindex as Google. Testimonials from parents and students describe positive experiences with piano, violin, and guitar lessons, highlight rapid skill improvement, and note that instructors such as Jason and Corey are knowledgeable, engaging, supportive, and easy to get along with.
Last updated May 28, 2026.
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