Central Music Academy

09/21/2026

A big thank you to the Child Care Council of KY for having us at last weekend’s Art of Healing community event! We had a great time making music with our community and seeing some of the great art programs Lexington has to offer. We loved getting to share a little bit of what CMA is all about and make music with so many wonderful families! 🎶

09/17/2026

We’ll be at the Art of Healing Event this Saturday hosted by the Child Care Council of KY! Stop by and see some great performances, join a drum circle, and so much more!

Central Music Academy will bring the stage to life with a special live performance, then invite families to join in a fun, interactive community drum circle where everyone can discover the joy of making music together.

No experience is needed—just bring your rhythm, your smile, and a willingness to join the fun!

💙 A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors and community partners who made this free event possible:
Sponsors
✨ Aetna
✨ Bank of the Bluegrass
✨ Community Trust Bank
✨ Clark Material Handling
✨ FaceIt
✨ LexArts
✨ South Central Bank

09/12/2026

Meet CMA piano and voice instructor Tanner Hoertz!

Tanner Hoertz is a pianist, vocal performer, and dedicated music educator who has taught at Central Music Academy since 2018. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music from the University of Kentucky and continued his training in vocal performance at the University of Michigan. Alongside his performance work, Tanner holds a Master of the Arts in Teaching with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders, further strengthening his passion for inclusive, student-centered music instruction. He brings a blend of high-level musical training, real performance experience, and a compassionate teaching style to every lesson. 🎶

09/04/2026

CMA student Gavin performing Francesco Maria Veracini's Gigue!

08/31/2026

Ensemble rehearsals begin today and it's not too late to sign up! Check out our website for ensemble details and registration 🎶

https://www.centralmusicacademy.org/programs

08/31/2026

Our phones are down! 📵

We apologize for the inconvenience and if we missed your call please email us at [email protected]!

08/28/2026

August is National Make-A-Will Month—a great reminder to take a little time to plan for the future and the people and causes that matter to you.

At the Central Music Academy, a legacy gift can help ensure that future generations of young people have access to high-quality music education, regardless of their family’s ability to pay.

Learn more about leaving a lasting impact through the CMA Legacy Society on our website at https://www.centralmusicacademy.org/join-cma-legacy-society

08/27/2026

Steel pan rehearls begin next week!

Rehearls meet Tuesdays from 6-7 PM for ages 8-18! Current students can email [email protected] to sign up or new students can register at www.centralmusicacademy.org/programs

08/24/2026

Looking for ways to make music in the community? Ensemble rehearsals begin next week!

All CMA ensembles meet for 10 weeks per semester for an hour each session. Enrollment in private lessons is not required to participate, making these programs a great option for students who are waiting to begin lessons or simply want to experience making music with others. Learn more about each ensemble and its eligibility requirements at: https://www.centralmusicacademy.org/programs