What Moves You?
The Millicent A. Daugherty Community School of the Arts at Music/Arts Institute is a community-based music, dance and arts academy for students with the passion to grow. Founded in 1979, our dedicated instructors and program directors give young artists the technical and performance training they need to unlock their potential. With a diverse student base and program offerings for individual instruction and ensemble groups, MAI is bringing performing art alive in our community. Learn more about MAI.
Where performing art comes alive.
Programs that inspire potential.
Private Lessons
Our dedicated faculty provides individual technical and performance training with a classical foundation to help young musicians develop their talents. Students gain confidence to pursue excellence in contests, build a life-long enjoyment of music, or even advance their aspirations for a career in music.
Learn more about private instruction in vocal performance, or instrumental training in piano, woodwind, strings, percussion and harp.
Group Ensembles
For students looking to broaden their experience by performing in an ensemble focused on music or dance, we offer a variety of programs to help them grow. Ensembles are formed for each academic year, from September to May and perform across Kansas City at amazing venues and events.
Learn more about the Young MAIsterSingers, Chamber Choir, Allegro Harp Ensemble and ballet, jazz and musical theater dance groups.
GCB Academy
The George Caleb Bingham Academy at MAI, is a free Summer immersion program giving high school students an opportunity to explore their passion for the arts. Students expand their passion with instruction and master classes, field trips in Kansas City, and participate in a talent show and showcase.
Program tracks include vocal / instrumental music, creative media / writing, visual art / painting, and theater performance / acting.
Providing opportunities for all.
Thanks to the generous support of our community, Music Arts Institute provides access to individual and group ensemble programs regardless of a student’s ability to pay. Get more information about scholarship programs to see if you qualify.
Want to give young artists the opportunity to grow and pursue their passion? See how you can support MAI.
Learn more about our new dance program for young artists.
Now offering Suzuki violin training for young musicians.
Latest news.
Upcoming events.
Stay informed about upcoming events and important dates for Music Arts Institute.