Welcome, String Musicians!

“Music is nourishment and a comforting elixir. Music multiplies the beauty of life and all its values.”

-Zoltan Kodaly

Ignite Performing Arts Ensemble programs are a creative, cross-genre education for aspiring performers of all ages. In our Ensemble programs, performers can build their skills sequentially as they grow, with each year laying a solid foundation for the next.

Our carefully crafted programs give members the tools to develop into lifelong musicians who can express themselves creatively, all while thriving in our Ignite Performing Arts community of like-minded players. 

Beginner Youth Orchestra

Ignite Performing Arts is proud to announce a brand-new offering for a beginner youth orchestra in Macomb County! With our partner, Ardis Music, students can rent a violin, viola, cello, or bass and learn the basics of orchestra from our string education faculty.

This summer program will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30pm at the Gene L. Klida Academy of International Studies in Sterling Heights. The Ignite Youth Orchestra is open to all upcoming 4th, 5th, and 6th graders, regardless of your school district. Instrument rentals can be done through Ardis Music in Mt. Clemens.

  • Ignite Youth Orchestra will take place from 5:30p-6:30p on Monday and Wednesdays this Summer at the Gene L. Klida Academy of International Studies.

    • 37400 Dodge Park Rd.
      Sterling Heights, MI 48312

    • Parent Meeting - 5:30p on June 25th

    • Rehearsals - M/W starting June 30th

    • Concert - August 6th

    • Weekly performance classes/rehearsals for the performers, for the duration of the cycle

    • 1 free concert for the community

    • A commemorative t-shirt for the performer

    • Fun activities to inspire creativity + build friendships

  • Mark your calendars! The Ignite Summer Youth Orchestra showcase for 2025 is planned:

    • Wednesday, August 6th @ 5:00PM

  • Summer Youth Orchestra Tuition:

    • $180

Beginner Orchestra Registration Link

Interested in joining our beginner youth orchestra? Click the link below!

Ignite Performing Arts Ensembles are first come, first serve. Advanced ensembles may require an audition. Upon completion of the registration form, you will be redirected to our store where tuition must be paid to reserve your spot.