SWOSU Music Academy Now Open for Spring 2026 Registration

SWOSU Music Academy students perform on stage.

Enrollment is now open for the Spring 2026 term of the SWOSU Music Academy, a program that connects young musicians with quality instruction and performance opportunities. The 10-week term begins February 2 and ends with a final performance on April 19 at 2 p.m. Registration is available through January 19, and scholarship applications are due January 9.

Group classes include Preschool Pups, taught by Elizabeth Edge; Rhythm Rovers, taught by Tiffany Ragan; Music Theater Workshop, taught by Dr. Lesley Friend; SWOSU Community Chorus, taught by Dr. Daniel Farris; and Festival Youth Orchestra, taught by Dr. Alex Lee. The schedule also includes a new Folk Dancing class taught by Holly Pippin, which expands the academy's options and introduces younger students to songs, dances, and cultures from all over the world.

From early learners to college-bound musicians, SWOSU's Music Academy provides lessons and group classes for every stage.

The Music Academy provides opportunities for students to develop musical skills through group classes, private lessons, and on-stage experience.

Spring 2026 Music Academy enrollment is open now for students of all ages and skill levels.

These classes continue to give families structured opportunities to support early musical growth while connecting with instructors who bring a range of strengths and backgrounds.

Private and adaptive lessons will be taught by SWOSU Music students serving as junior faculty under the supervision of SWOSU Music faculty. Lessons are available to all ages and skill levels and come in several package options to help families match their goals, schedules, and budgets. High school juniors and seniors may also enroll in college prep lessons taught by SWOSU Music faculty. Space in these sessions is limited because they depend on faculty availability.

Registration information, including prices, schedules, and class locations, is available at bit.ly/swosuacademy. Questions can be directed to co-directors Chrissy Hagood and Kathleen Jung at [email protected] and [email protected] or by calling 580-774-3182.

For more information about the SWOSU Department of Music, visit https://www.swosu.edu/music.

About Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) was founded in 1901 and offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across three locations in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon. The university serves over 5,000 scholars and prides itself on affordability, small class sizes, and over 200 faculty and staff committed to helping students achieve their academic and personal goals.