Current Group Courses
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Songwriting from Scratch: A free workshop for grades 6-12
Date & Time: Saturday, February 21, 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Decatur
Join us for a free songwriting workshop! Starting from a simple hummed or sung melody, students will learn how songs are built step by step, from the first idea to a finished track. We’ll explore songwriting, basic arrangement, and music production using accessible tools, with a strong focus on creativity, listening, and personal expression. The goal is to show students that if they have an idea, then they already have what they need to start writing music.
Peyman Salimi, one of DFAA’s guitar instructors, will be leading the workshop. He is an active singer-songwriter, composer, music producer, and performer who is currently conducting research at the Computational and Cognitive Musicology Lab at Georgia Tech.
This workshop is designed for middle and high school students (grades 6-12) of all instruments/voices and will be at First Baptist Church of Decatur. We highly encourage all students to take advantage of this opportunity to work with Peyman - and bring a friend!
To register for the class, send us an email at decaturfineartsacademy@gmail.com
Summer 2026 Chamber Music Experience
Designed for both experienced students wishing to refine their ensemble skills and those exploring chamber music for the first time, the Decatur Fine Arts Academy’s Chamber Music Experience is open to string players and pianists who are rising 6th through 12 graders. This week-long program supports musicians as they:
Develop collaborative skills in small ensembles
Improve their technique on their instruments
Work alongside professional musicians from the Atlanta community
Attend masterclasses and recitals, and
Perform with fellow students in a culminating showcase recital.
Details:
Dates: June 1-5, 2026 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily
Registration deadline: April 15, 2026
Pre-screening required. Click here for string player instructions, and click here for pianist instructions.
Tuition:
Early-bird tuition (through March 1): $500
Regular tuition (through April 15): $600
Please note that you will be invoiced for a $50 registration deposit after submitting this form. This deposit will count toward tuition. Full remaining tuition will be due May 1, 2026. All currently enrolled DFAA students are eligible for an additional $50 discount.
