ICC Music Academy   

Private Violin Lessons: One on One

Private violin lessons are individualized to each student and their skill level! Students will learn the fundamentals of proper string instrument technique, bowing, and musicality over the course of the semester. Lessons will take place in the professional studio space on the East Peoria campus of ICC. All levels and all ages are invited to study with our teachers, who teach in an environment that will foster creative and fulfilling music experiences for all.

Individual times to be arranged by the facilitator (weekday afternoons or evenings).

If you have any questions, please reach out to Maria Emmons, at maria.emmons@icc.edu. 

Private Voice Lessons: One on One

Private voice lessons are individualized to each student and their voice! Students will learn the fundamentals of proper voice technique and musicality over the course of 15 lessons. Lessons will take place in the professional studio space on the East Peoria campus of ICC. All levels and all ages are invited to study with our teachers who will teach in an environment that will foster creative and fulfilling music experiences for all.

Individual times to be arranged by the facilitator (weekday afternoons or evenings).

If you have any questions, please reach out to Tracy Koch, at tracy.koch@icc.edu.

Private Piano Lessons: One-on-One

Private lessons will be individualized for each student, while simultaneously adhering to a consistent music curriculum throughout the Academy. Taught by qualified and experienced educators in the field of piano, students will learn the fundamentals of technique, theory, application, and performance of playing the piano. Lessons will take place in the professional studio space on the East Peoria campus of ICC. Semester tuition includes 15 lessons, performances in the Recital Hall at the end of the semester for students to demonstrate their skills, as well as other performance and competitive opportunities to incentivize the passionate student. All levels and all ages are invited to study with our teachers, who teach in an environment that will foster creative and fulfilling music experiences for all.

Individual times to be arranged by the facilitator (weekday afternoons or evenings).

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jennalynn Cisna at Jennalynn.Cisna@icc.edu.

The Community Ensemble: Concert Band is looking for wind and/or percussion players to join their ensemble.

This group meets Mondays on the East Peoria campus.

There is no audition required for this community ensemble.

Concert date is scheduled for Monday, December 7th.

Contact the instructor, Karli McCann, with any questions: karli.mccann@icc.edu.

Do you play guitar, piano, wind, or percussion instruments? Consider joining the Community Ensemble: Jazz Band.

This group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays on the East Peoria campus. 

Auditions are held the first day of class. 

Concert date is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 7:30 pm. 

Contact the instructor, Larry Harms, with any questions: lharms@icc.edu.

If you've ever been interested in singing in a choral orgainzation, our Community Ensemble: Concert Choir is looking for community members!

This group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays on the East Peoria campus. 

There is no audition required for this community ensemble.

Concert dates are scheduled for Sunday, November 15 at 2:30pm.

Contact instructor, Ron Kiesewetter, with any questions: rkiesew@icc.edu.

Students in Guitar Ensemble will enjoy enriching their guitar experience by learning ensemble music with other guitarists. Students are most successful if they can read music and already play guitar. For questions, contact instructor Michael Hull at michael.hull@icc.edu. 

Guitar Ensemble meets on Wednesdays from 6:00-6:50 in room 125B at the East Peoria campus.