The Davis Academy of Music

336 S. Walnut St., Bloomington, IN

map336 S. Walnut St., Bloomington, IN

About

The Davis Academy of Music offers music lessons, online lessons, and self-study courses. The program also provides instrument rentals, a group make-up class option, opportunities to join a band, and Spring concerts.

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Spring 2026 semester runs from Monday, January 5th through Sunday, May 31st, with Spring Break from March 16th–22nd and Spring concerts on May 23rd and May 30th; an 8-week summer semester runs June 1st–July 31st, and the fall semester begins August 1st.
• Price: Cost of music lessons ranges from $19–$800 per year, with instrument rentals from $29.00–$59.00.

The Davis Academy of Music offers private, individualized attention and a group make-up class, with options to enroll 100% online. Families can create a free account to make schedule changes, pay for lessons, and track repertoire, notes, and comments from coaches. The program offers a FREE Meet & Greet, online lessons and self-study courses worldwide, rent-to-own instrument rentals, and delivery of rented instruments to a school or reservation in the Bloomington shop. Available rental instruments include violins (1/16–4/4), violas 13”+, cellos (1/16–4/4), guitars (1/2, 3/4, 4/4), keyboards (61-key and 88-key), winds, brass, and more, with recurring 36-month rentals set up through the online shop.

The Davis Academy of Music was voted #1 music lessons in Bloomington, Indiana. The founder is Craig Michael Davis, who states, “It is never too late to learn to play a musical instrument.” The program uses the phrase “Shop Local…shop Davis!” and features Spring concerts at The Davis Event Center, with concerts on May 23rd at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and on May 30th at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. One parent, Sarah J., states that The Davis Academy of Music had everything needed at a great price with knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful staff. Another parent, Roman R., describes The Davis Academy of Music as a gem in downtown Bloomington with a great selection, helpful and kind staff, and owners who truly care.

Last updated May 14, 2026.

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