Canton Arts Academy

Offering Music and Art Instruction for All Ages

By Cyndi Braun

Interested in learning how to play the ukulele, draw comics, or jam with some friends? If so, Canton Arts Academy has a class for you. One of only a handful of music and art studios in the country, this premier academy believes in keeping lessons fun and encouraging while building confidence for emerging musicians and artists.

Established in 2010 in the Kroger Shopping Center in Hickory Flat, the studio offers classes taught by highly qualified, professional musicians and artists, including owners Jonathan and Lara Cazenave. In fact, Jonathan is a lifelong musician who teaches drums and guitar, while Lara is an accomplished artist who teaches painting.

One of our overriding beliefs has always been that everybody can benefit from music and art lessons, said Jonathan. Art and music can make such a big difference in your life. It can enrich your life, even if youre not a virtuoso. I love seeing students come in and accomplish things and build their confidence to the point where theyre able to jam with their friends. Our adult students range from beginners to those who already play and want to take their music skills to the next level.

Music Individualized Instruction

Students may take private lessons in guitar, piano, voice, viola, violin, drums, bass guitar and ukulele. Group lessons include special classes for babies and preschoolers ages 1-5, as well as beginner guitar and beginner piano. The studio also offers master classes for all ages, Friday jam sessions, a rock band program for older students, and special master classes for adults only.

Music lessons focus on individualized instruction where teachers encourage students to learn, grow in confidence and have fun.

When new students come in, I ask them right away what kind of music they like. We focus on songs they enjoy, and at the same time, I teach them how to play and read music, said Jonathan. Parents are always excited to see the progress their kids make and how much fun the kids are having at our academy.

Instructors motivate students by using a reward system where they earn wristbands, certificates and trophies. Unique to this studio, the system encourages students along their musical journey.

Art Open-Ended Creativity

Unlike more formal art classes, students at Canton Arts Academy work on open-ended projects where they can be free to be creative.

Art classes focus on teaching foundational skills while still giving students the flexibility to choose the direction of their project. Art classes offer a lot of freedom and flexibility for the students to guide their projects. Instructors give students the artistic tools and skills to bring their ideas to life.

Canton Arts Academy believes everyone is an artist and wants to help students in their own individual style. Through providing individual attention, instructors help everyone feel successful. Class sizes are small, with an average of 8-10 students per class.

The small class sizes enable teachers to customize as theyre teaching, and everybody can go at their own pace, said Lara. We also focus on positive feedback. We hear from parents and kids all the time about how much they love their art class.

Classes include drawing, painting, comics and manga, Photoshop and canvas painting parties. In addition, the academy offers homeschool art classes.

Why Choose Canton Arts Academy?

> Open six days a week, with art and music in one studio, families have the convenience of a variety of class choices. Enrollment is month-to-month with no annual contract. Friendly office staff are on-site during class times.
> The studio features six private lesson rooms and a large room for group classes. Lesson rooms have windows, so parents can check on their children. Parents are always welcome to sit in on lessons. All instructors are background-checked.
> Lessons are tailored to the students musical interests. During lessons, parents may wait in the lounge or visit nearby retail establishments including a nail salon, hair salon, restaurants and grocery store.
> Students can pose with their instrument or a favorite piece of art during free picture days, when a professional photographer takes portraits.
> Twice a year, students participate in an optional recital and/or art show.
> For the convenience of music students, the academy also sells everything from guitars and drum sets to strings, sticks, picks and reeds.
> The academy welcomes students of all skill levels and all ages, from 1-101!

For More Information

If youre ready to learn a new instrument or hone in on your art skills, Canton Arts Academy has a class for you. Call or check the website for more details.

6768 Hickory Flat Highway, Ste. 112
Canton, GA 30115
770-345-7529
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CantonArtsAcademy.com
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10:00am-8:00pm Monday-Thursday
10:00am-7:00pm Friday
10:00am-4:00pm Saturday
Lessons six days a week

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