Welcome to DC Music Academy!

We are Dr. Solomiya Gorokhivska and Dr. Andrei Pidkivka, founders of DCMA, recognized music performers and educators in the Greater Washington Metropolitan area. Both of us are native of Ukraine who came to the USA for graduate studies. After collaborating and performing together as a professional duo, we decided to establish a music studio where we could share the wealth of our music knowledge, skills and experience brought from our home country and instrument mastery advanced in the USA. We want to make our academy a special place where our students not only gain valuable skills in music but develop a sense of belonging to something that always brings joy and fulfillment. With our own example of being passionate about teaching and performing, we want to motivate and challenge our students of all ages and levels to strive for excellence and best of themselves. We invite you to join us in this amazing journey of music learning and we promise to make it smooth, interesting, fascinating and delightful!

Our story

At DCMA we want our students to be well rounded and enthusiastic about learning music. Our professional instruction develop a variety of music skills such as instrument and vocal techniques, sight-reading, music theory, improvisation, ensemble practice and performance.

 

  • We are dedicated to inspiring our students to achieve their highest potential in music and beyond.

  • Our mission is to nurture a lifelong love and passion for music in everyone we teach.

  • We make lessons dynamic, enjoyable, and engaging to ensure an enriching learning experience.

  • Sharing the joy and fulfillment that music brings is at the heart of what we do, empowering our students to spread that joy to others.

  • We encourage and support our students and community to grow into confident leaders.

  • We foster a culture of mutual respect and appreciation.

  • We celebrate our students’ dedication and proudly acknowledge their accomplishments.

  • Our programs prepare students for school and college auditions, regional, state, and international competitions, as well as youth orchestras.

  • Many of our students have earned scholarships to prestigious private schools and top-tier music colleges, including Oberlin Conservatory, Cleveland Institute of Music, and the University of Michigan. We also guide students in auditioning for elite summer camps such as Interlochen Music Camp, Blue Lake, and more.

Join us on this incredible journey of musical discovery, where learning is smooth, exciting, and deeply rewarding. Together, let’s make music an unforgettable part of your life!

 

Our Mission

At DCMA we believe in transformative power of music and its ability to express the emotions that can not be expressed in words. Our mission is to Inspire, Educate and Nurture our students and community. We provide high quality instruction in professional, friendly, and respectful environment. We discover talents, help to improve learning skills, self- discipline, and self-confidence of our students. We encourage creativity and self-expression. We build outreach partnerships to serve broader community involved in music and performing.