Murray Arts Academy Spring Semester Sign-ups Open

It’s time to start planning for spring after-school opportunities with the Murray Arts Academy! From private music lessons to dance and theatre instruction, the Murray Arts Academy offers exceptional arts training for students of all ages Pre-K3-grade 12. Families interested in private music lessons are encouraged to complete the Music Lesson Interest Form below to be matched with an instructor that best fits their needs. We are continuing to grow our music instruction offerings! 

In addition, middle and high school dance classes currently have Spring openings. Participation in the arts helps students build confidence, discipline, creativity, and skills that support success both in and out of the classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your child’s education through the arts!

Murray Arts Academy Music Lessons Interest Form

Murray Arts Academy Dance Registration

Private and Group Instruction in Dance, Theatre, and Music for Pre-K3 through Grade 12

Mount Paran Christian School’s Murray Arts Academy provides instruction in dance, theatre, and music for individuals of all ages who wish to advance their training in the performing arts. Classes and private lessons meet in the Murray Arts Center and culminate in “open studio” performances, recitals, and concerts. Sign up today for after-school dance and arts training offered to MPCS students and children in the community. Students enrolled in The Zone After-School Care Program will be escorted to and from their lessons.

2025-2026 MURRAY ARTS ACADEMY COURSE OFFERINGS

DANCE AND THEATER CLASSES

• Pre-Ballet
• Ballet
• Pre-Pointe
• Tap
• Jazz
• Contemporary

MUSIC LESSONS

• Drum Set/Percussion
• Guitar
• Piano
• Strings
• Voice
• Woodwind Instruments

Meet the Murray Arts Academy Instructors

Research Studies Show that Playing a Musical Instrument Positively Affects Brain Development in Children.

• Music training in children results in longterm enhancement of visual-spatial, verbal, and mathematical performance.
• Early exposure to music training makes a significant difference during critical periods of development.
• Independent studies have shown increased years of enrollment in arts courses are positively correlated with higher SAT verbal and math scores.
• The neural pathways used for making music are the same pathways used for doing abstract mathematics; people who enjoy making music will most likely have that same aesthetic of joy when studying mathematics because it is the same neurons firing in the brain.

Mount Paran Christian School's Murray Arts Academy provides instruction in dance, theatre, and music for individuals of all ages who wish to advance their training in all areas of the arts. Tap the link below to sign up now. 

Learn About the Murray Arts Academy