Welcome to the the premier live performance track at The Real School of Music. Designed for motivated musicians ages 13–20, Performance Academy is an immersive, student-driven that program treats you like a real artist. Learn to launch a band, take complete creative control of your music, and experience what it takes to perform in the real world under the guidance of industry-experienced instructors.
Applications are now open! Placements begin September 8
At Performance Academy, the creative control belongs to you. Under the guidance of our expert instructors who act as active producers rather than directors, your band is responsible for curating the songs, mapping out set arrangements, designing stage transitions, and choosing the aesthetic.


We have designed our rehearsals as focused 90-minute sessions where stuff gets done in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. Get the real band experience of a relaxed social space to share with friends and pour your creative energy into making great music together.
In today’s music industry you have to be a performer, a technician, and a promoter all in one. Through rotating guest seminars and instrument breakout classes, you will master vital industry skills: from commanding stage presence and live sound engineering to professional recording etiquette and portfolio building.

To get the absolute most out of your band development, multitrack recording, and performance cycles, we strongly encourage students to commit to the full academic year.
$3,500 (Save $200)
This is our recommended path for students who want the complete end-to-end band experience.
$1,850
Enroll for a single semester (Session 1: September to January | Session 2: February to June).