Our Heart for Music
At Doxology Music Academy (DMA), we believe music is a powerful way to glorify God and bless others. We offer professional, individualized instruction in guitar, piano, cello, voice, and worship ministry for students of all ages and skill levels. Holding advanced degrees in church music and theology, Sam brings years of experiences as a performer, educator, and worship leader. Lessons emphasize strong technique, musical understanding, expressive performance, and - for those called to it - the unique skills needed for effective worship ministry.
Join us at Doxology Music Academy and discover the joy of growing as both a musician and worshipper.
Lessons Offered
Guitar
Master the art of the strings with our personalized guitar program, focusing on building solid fundamentals for musical excellence and personal enjoyment.
Piano
Build a strong foundation in piano with proper technique, music theory, ear training, and musical expression in a fun and encouraging setting.
Voice
Refine your vocal technique for a healthy and effective voice that lasts. Designed for all skill levels.
Cello
Explore the beauty of the cello with tailored instruction including classical technique for beginners and improvisation skills for more advanced students.
Worship Leadership
Equip yourself for your role in worship with practical skills in song leading, team building, worship arranging, and engaging a congregation.
Mastering Music Theory
Music theory provides the essential foundation for all music education. It helps students understand how music works - scales, chords, harmony, and rhythm - which leads to deeper understanding, better sight-reading, stronger ear training, and greater confidence.
Music theory is particularly valuable in worship ministry. In DMA's Worship Leadership Course, students learn to arrange worship songs, transpose keys easily, create harmonies and communicate clearly with their worship team using the common language of music.
Because we weave practical music theory into every lesson, students don't just play their instruments - they understand music and create with excellence.
Our Services
01.30-Minute Piano Lessons
Receive personalized one-on-one instruction tailored to your learning style and goals in piano. Designed to build a strong foundation in a fun, encouraging, and supportive environment. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult with no prior experience, we start with the basics - proper hand position, note reading, rhythm, and music theory - while developing good technique from day one. $1,440 per academic year (paid monthly)*
02.30-Minute Guitar Lessons
Perfect for beginners and those with some experience who want to play with confidence (45 min recommended). We start with the fundamentals - proper posture and hand positioning, basic chords, strumming patterns, rhythm, and simple melodies - in a patient, encouraging environment. Students learn to read chord charts and basic music notation while playing songs they enjoy. For those called to ministry, we can also focus on guitar skills for worship leading. $1,440 for academic year (paid monthly)*
03.30-Minute Cello Lessons
Perfect for beginners or established students who want to deepen their skills with a focus on musical excellence and contemporary worship. Beginners start with the fundamentals - proper posture and bow hold, note reading, intonation, and basic technique. More experienced students refine their artistry while developing the valuable skill of playing by ear, improvising, and arranging contemporary worship songs for cello. $1,440 for the academic year (paid monthly)*
04.30-Minute Vocal Lessons
Voice lessons focus on vocal health and sustainable singing for contemporary singers, including music theater performers and worship vocalists. Emphasizing proper technique, breath support, posture, and effective warm-up routines, students build a strong, injury-free voice while developing tone, range, and expressive freedom. Lessons are personalized in a fun, encouraging environment with expert, faith-centered instruction. $1,440 annual tuition (paid monthly)*
05.30-Minute Worship Leadership Lessons
Designed for singers and instrumentalists who want to grow in both musical skill and spiritual leadership. You will develop practical skills in song leading, vocal technique, team building, choosing and arranging worship songs, engaging a congregation, and planning a worship service. Whether you are a beginner worship leader, a seasoned musician, or part of a team, lessons are personalized to your experience level and your ministry context. $1,440 for the academic year (paid monthly)*
06.Worship Team Support
Through engaging Worship Team Support, we offer hands-on training in song leading, worship planning, developing a song library, utilizing unique instruments in worship, service flow, and team dynamics. Sessions are customized for your team's size, experience level, and ministry context - whether you're a youth group just getting started or an established church team seeking greater excellence. Our training helps your team grow in confidence, unity, and effectiveness. Rates available upon request
