While music often begins as a personal and private pursuit, most musicians—regardless of age or skill level—will eventually find themselves performing in public. Whether it’s through a school band or choir, private lesson studio, college ensemble, community group, or even in semi-professional and professional settings, public performance is a nearly universal part of a musician’s experience.
At Brighton and Dixboro Music Academies, we believe that even hobbyist musicians should embrace opportunities to perform. Performance offers a chance to share your talent and the results of your hard work with others. There’s a unique satisfaction in spending weeks or months preparing a piece, and then hearing applause from an audience that has witnessed your progress.
Performing live is a very different experience from practicing at home or in a classroom. It introduces new challenges—stage lights, microphones, audience energy, and sometimes the presence of accompanists or other musicians relying on you to play your part. Nerves are common, but they are part of what makes the experience so impactful and memorable.
Despite those challenges, performing music is a deeply rewarding endeavor. It allows students to create something meaningful in real time, in front of an audience that supports and appreciates their efforts. Performing builds confidence, reinforces musical skills, and provides a sense of accomplishment that can’t be replicated in a practice room.
Recital Opportunities at Our Academies
Both Brighton and Dixboro Music Academies regularly host recital events for students. These performances give students valuable stage experience in a friendly, encouraging environment, helping them grow not only as musicians but as confident communicators and performers.
We encourage all students to participate—because music is meant to be shared.
Brighton Music Academy: https://www.brightonmusicacademy.com/
Recitals: https://www.grossepointemusicacademy.com/about/recital/
