INDY URBAN YOUTH MUSIC ACADEMY

THE SOUND OF

NOW

DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS

“We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive and professional learning experience for every student. Our strategy is to awaken the performing arts abilities of each young artist while developing confidence, refining musicianship through music theory, and nurturing each student's unique ability to express themselves by utilizing a variety of coaching strategies.

Our teaching approach is both honest and fun, all while providing differentiated instruction no matter the student's experience level or genre."

- Kim Kenny (Founder) 

OUR MISSION

Indy Urban Youth values and nurtures the unique creative ability of each student. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and expressive outlet that enables students to create connections between music and other disciplines outside of the arts. 

OUR VISION

Indy Urban Youth inspires young artists through a quality music education program. By nurturing their creative ability within a safe and positive learning environment. We believe in empowering students through the use of artistic excellence as they navigate through rigorous instruction designed to help students achieve mastery.  

OUR CORE VALUES

• To foster a sense of accomplishment through the use of activities, individualized instruction and performances.

• To develop each student unique ability to express themselves creatively

• To promote and embrace diversity among students and staff. 

• To pursue excellence by providing a quality and rigorous music education

ONE-ON-ONE LESSONS 

Students can choose one track or a hybrid track of two instruments. Students receive individualized instruction that is designed to meet students where they are and groom them to mastery. This track includes a bi weekly group music theory session and a performance studio. Students in this track will also receive the opportunity to perform in recital and or showcase for family and friends. 

Instructors

Piano –Martha Riley

Guitar- Stephan Helping 

Drums –Ashton Thomas 

Voice- Kim Kenny 

Voice apprentices - College Students (beginner and elementary age students)  

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT

This is designed for the young artist who is interested in the non-traditional career path. This track is also available for students enrolled within the college readiness track as a hybrid option. The purpose of this track is to prepare young artists for a career in today’s music industry all while cultivating the creativity and business savoy that is required to be successful. Sessions include one on one coaching session, establishing a social media presence, simple video editing techniques, and more.

Bonus features: (separate rate)

Single, EP, and Album packages 

Listening party and release event planning

COLLEGE READINESS 

Students can pick one track or a hybrid track. The purpose of this track is to prepare students for a 4 year college acceptance into the school of their choice. Package includes one on one coaching session, recommendation letter, application assistance, how to write a performance resume, building a portfolio for admission, building a repertoire list, preparing for a college level audition, piano proficiency skills, music theory classes and mentorship from industry professionals, university professors and college alum. 

Tracks

Vocal Performance (Commercial Music

and Classical) 

Music Education · Audio Engineering 

Music Business · Composition 

Arts Administration · Theatre 

REGISTRATION

The beginning of each semester requires a registration fee. Registration covers technology fee and includes the seasonal IUYMA “swag bag” and t shirt. 

New members $55.00 

Existing members $40.00 

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*late fee of $15.00 is incurred for payments made after deadline

Member Fee

The beginning of each  season requires each students to pay a fee that covers digitized student handbook, tech support, group sessions, and celebrations. 

Member fee is: $125.00 

*late fee of $15.00 is incurred for payments made after deadline. 

Individualized Instruction

Students will receive 3 one on one sessions a month. The 4th week is used as an “as needed” makeup session for pre-arranged or emergent absences. 

Rate Includes bi-weekly music theory session. 

Payments are due monthly between the 1st and 5th of every month. Payments received on the 6th will be charged $15.00.