Oklahoma Academy of Music & Fine Arts

07/16/2026

Every individual deserves the opportunity to experience the joy, connection, and lifelong benefits of music.

At Oklahoma Academy of Music & Fine Arts, we believe exceptional music education and opportunities should be accessible to individuals of all ages and abilities. That’s why we’re proud to offer music therapy and adapted music programs designed to meet each person where they are and help them grow through meaningful musical experiences.

Our programs include:
🎵 Private Music Therapy
🎵 Music Therapy Groups
🎵 Adapted Piano Lessons
🎵 Adapted Piano Group Classes

Our music therapy and adapted programs are led by Adanna Mize, LPMT, MT-BC, our licensed, board-certified music therapist. We proudly accept Self-Directed Services (DDS) funding for eligible families.

If you know a family, educator, therapist, physician, or community organization looking for inclusive music programs, we would be grateful if you shared this post. Helping the right family discover the right support can make all the difference.

To learn more about our programs, visit okfinearts.com or contact us directly. We’d love to help you explore the best fit for your family.

06/29/2026

A quick reminder to our OAMFA families that we will be on Summer Break from June 28–July 5. There will be no classes, lessons, or sessions during this time.

We hope everyone enjoys a fun, restful week with family and friends, and we wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

Regular classes and lessons will resume on Monday, July 6. We look forward to seeing everyone back at OAMFA!

06/26/2026

05/25/2026

A lot of parents are curious about violin lessons for their child, but aren’t always sure what to expect in the beginning stages.

In our newest YouTube interview, Miss Elaine shares about starting violin for the first time, common misconceptions about the instrument, what early progress really looks like, ideal starting ages, renting violins, and more.

It’s a thoughtful and encouraging conversation for parents considering violin lessons for their child, and a chance to get to know the heart behind our violin program a little more, too 🎻

Watch the full interview now on our YouTube channel!

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05/08/2026

Come see us at Camp Music on June 23rd!

04/15/2026

Today for World Music Therapy Week, we’re busting some common misconceptions about Music Therapy!

❌Myth: You have to be musical.
✅Fact: No musical skills are required! The focus in Music Therapy is on using music as a tool for growth and healing.

❌Myth: Music Therapy is only for children.
✅Fact: Music Therapy is for individuals of all ages, diagnoses, and even caregivers!

❌Myth: Any musician can provide Music Therapy services.
✅Fact: Music Therapists must obtain a Bachelor’s or Master’s Equivalency (or higher) in Music Therapy, complete 1,200 clinical hours including a 6 month internship, and obtain board certification and licensure.

❌Myth: Music Therapy is just for fun.
✅Fact: While our sessions can be fun and engaging, every intervention is goal driven and evidence based to work towards individualized goals.

❌Myth: Music Therapy is just a music lesson with emotional support.
✅Fact: Music Therapy supports a wide range of individualized goals such as communication, motor movement, social skills, academics, behavioral goals, while also being able to address emotion focused goals.

❌Myth: Music Therapy is about fixing what’s “wrong”.
✅Fact: Music Therapy supports what’s strong! Our goal is to use strengths to build confidence in other areas of an individual’s life.

❌Myth: Music Therapy is just listening to music.
✅Fact: While listening can be a part of therapy, Music Therapy can include singing, songwriting, improv, movement, or a combination of activities that are tailored to a client’s therapeutic goals.

04/14/2026

The first year of motherhood is one of the most profound transitions a person can experience, and can be one of the most isolating.

The Singing Circle was created to offer something different.

A space for postpartum mothers to come together, sing, connect, and simply be, without pressure or expectation.

This work is grounded in clinical research. Studies have shown that group singing can significantly reduce symptoms of postpartum depression and improve overall wellbeing in new mothers.

Designed for real life, this 10-week program invites mothers and their babies (up to 9 months) into a weekly rhythm of music, connection, and support.

No musical experience is required. Singing is welcome. Humming is welcome. Just being present is enough.

The Singing Circle launches June 2026.

To learn more, reach out to
[email protected]

04/13/2026

Ever wondered what’s in a Music Therapist’s toolkit?

Here’s a look into what you might see being used in a session!

🥁Instruments
🎶Song cards for choice making
🎹Adaptive piano materials
🌈Coordinated colored instruments (boomwhackers/handbells/glockenspiel)
🧲Magnet boards for composition
📚Books
🐞Sensory manipulatives

Each intervention is individualized based on the client(s), providing limitless opportunities for each tool.

You might see a tambourine being played by feet instead of hands, putting scarves over heads, or writing melodies with magnets to play on colored instruments.

These tools aren’t kept in a box to only be used one way. Their uses can be adapted or expanded to provide opportunities that benefit the client most.

All of these tools have a purpose in sessions, even when used in unconventional ways.

04/10/2026

Music therapy is often misunderstood.

It’s not just music. It’s not just listening. And it’s not just a class.

Music therapy is an evidence-based healthcare profession led by a board-certified therapist, using music intentionally to support specific, measurable goals.

During World Music Therapy Week, we’re taking time to share what this work really is, and why it matters.

If you’ve ever wondered whether music therapy might be a good fit for your child or family, we’re always here to talk.

03/23/2026

We’re back from Spring Break!

All classes and lessons resume today, Monday, March 23. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone back at the academy this week! 🎹 🎵🎤🎻