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Thrive Music Academy

Parents' Guide to Music Education

Welcome! Whether you're considering music lessons for your child or have already joined our Thrive family, this guide will help you understand our unique approach to music education and what you can expect on your child's musical journey with us.

Our Approach to Teaching Music

At Thrive, every program we offer is built around one core belief: children learn best through creative play and collaboration. Unlike traditional music schools that focus on solo practice, we use a game-based, collaborative curriculum that puts listening first. Students learn to hear, feel, and understand music before reading it.

THRIVE MUSICIAN'S JOURNEY ROADMAP

AGES 4-8

Exploration

AGES 6-12

Songwriter's Journey

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TEENS

Advanced Journey

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Understanding Our Level System

Beginner Levels

Level 1

Basics and Collaboration

  • Learning instrument fundamentals
  • Developing skills to play with others
Level 2

Musical Structure

  • Expanding musical vocabulary
  • Understanding song sections
Level 3

Key Exploration

  • Playing in different keys
  • Learning melodic patterns
Level 4

Rhythms and Songwriting

  • Mastering basic rhythms
  • Writing descriptive lyrics
Level 5

Ear Training

  • Developing minor chord recognition
  • Pattern-based chorus writing
Level 6

Complex Structures

  • Multi-section songs
  • Advanced lyric writing

Intermediate Levels

Level 1

Multi-Part Songs and Lead Lines

  • Play songs with multiple parts
  • Master rocking lead lines on your instrument
Level 2

Blues and Solo Accompaniment

  • Discover blues techniques
  • Learn how to accompany a solo with impactful hits
Level 3

Multiple Leads and Metaphorical Lyrics

  • Master multiple lead lines for the same song
  • Write lyrics using metaphors
Level 4

Half-Time Feel and Detailed Lyrics

  • Play with a half-time feel
  • Add depth and detail to your lyrics
Level 5

Swing Styles and Blues Lyrics

  • Expand your musical stylings to include swing
  • Write blues-inspired lyrics
Level 6

Double-Time Feel and Song Analysis

  • Perform with a double-time feel
  • Analyze other songs and incorporate similar writing techniques

What to Expect Each Season

Our curriculum runs in approximately 15-week seasons:

  • Musical skill assessment
  • Community building through games
  • Initial songwriting experiences
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Your Role as a Thrive Parent

To support your child's musical journey:

  • Celebrate their creative growth
  • Encourage regular engagement with music
  • Attend performances and community events
  • Communicate with teachers about progress
  • Support home exploration of concepts learned in class
  • Encourage consistent lesson attendance

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Frequently Asked Questions for Parents

About Our Programs, Schedule, Structure, Membership, and Parent Involvement

READY TO GET STARTED?

Give your child the gift of music in a supportive community where they'll make friends, build confidence, and discover their creativity through play.