WELCOME! 

"MUSIC ENHANCES THE EDUCATION OF OUR CHILDREN BY HELPING THEM TO MAKE CONNECTIONS AND BROADENING THE DEPTH WITH WHICH THEY THINK AND FEEL."

                                -yO-yO mA- 

Welcome to Wedertz Music Academy!  The mission of this teaching studio is to excite children and adults in the world of music; to develop a solid musical foundation, and artistry in music; to stimulate the imagination, creative thinking and guide in creating music that is appreciated for a lifetime.    Music is a valuable education for all ages but it is also a fun way to express creativity, develop coordination, critical thinking, listening skills, rhythm,  reading and math readiness and appreciate all genres of music.

Meet the Teachers


Alicia Felts-Wedertz is a professional educator, composer, and recording artist.  She is an accomplished harpist, pianist and flautist.  She holds a teaching and music degree and has taught kindergarten, elementary school, elementary and high school music, music classes for summer music camps, as well as coached with the South Bend Youth Symphony.  Mrs. Wedertz has had many opportunities to perform for distinguished dignitaries from all over the world.  She teaches harp, piano, flute, and voice to all ages in her studio and provides music therapy for retirement communities.


Gretchen Wedertz recently graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Music concentrating in piano performance. She has worked with chamber groups, symphonies, choral organizations, vocalists, and instrumentalists. Gretchen has also won several solo piano competitions, concerto competitions with the South bend Youth Symphony and IUSB, played in national competitions, and has performed in Carnegie Hall. She provides music for special events including weddings, parties, church ministries, and other various events. Gretchen is joining Wedertz Music Academy to teach piano lessons and classes for all ages. 

 

Music Lesson Opportunities 

Preschool Lessons 

Age 3-5 

Engaging lessons and  musical activities designed for active preschool age children.  Lessons include keyboard geography ,note fundamentals, ear training, singing, rhythm and movement.

Children's Lessons 

Age 6-18 

Lessons focus on keyboard geography, note readinmg, rhythm, ear training, composition and artistry.  Games and activities are used to reinforce music skills.   

Adult Lessons

Weekly  Lessons 

For adults desiring to continue piano education or have always wanted to begin, now is a great time to start. Music is an activity that engages the entire brain in an enjoyable and relaxing environment.

Piano Class

Weekly and Monthly Classes 

.Piano class allows students to participate in ensembles and group activities including rhythm, composition, and solfege singing and part singing.            

WEDERTZ MUSIC ACADEMY

EXCITE, IMAGINE, CREATE ... MUSIC