Music, theatre, anddance—one academyin Pacific.
One studio for your family: private music lessons, weekly dance classes, theatre with real shows, and straight answers on tuition. We serve Pacific and families from around the St. Louis area.
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Pacific, Missouri
Greater St. Louis families · 718–720 W. Osage St, Pacific, MO
63069Active programs
Private lessons, elementary group music, dance classes, theatre, and music therapy—all running with working teachers you can reach by call or text.
We answer fast
Most families hear back within one business day.
Tuition online
Monthly billing and tuition page so you know costs before you sign up.
What we offer
Pick what fits your family—we are here to help you choose the right lane.
Start with the option that sounds closest to home. Each link opens a program page with schedules, pricing, and what to do next—no guesswork.
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Dance classes
Weekly group classes in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and musical theatre—coached by Sydney Smith and the dance faculty, billed monthly at the published rate.
See dance classes
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Private music lessons
One-on-one lessons in voice, piano, guitar, strings, woodwinds, percussion, and more—for beginners through advancing students, paced to your goals.
How private lessons work
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Elementary group music
Small-group singing, rhythm, and classroom instruments for elementary and homeschool students—same day each week so planning is simpler.
See elementary groups
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Theatre
Coaching and classes that build toward real shows. When we produce a play, we hold auditions and ask families for clear rehearsal and show commitment.
Theatre & auditions
Music therapy with Bernadette Baer serves older adults and caregivers alongside our lesson programs. Camps and seasonal programs run when the calendar allows—different ages, lengths, and themes each time. Ask us what is enrolling if you want a short block instead of a full year of weekly classes.
Why parents choose DFAA
Know the programs, the costs, and who teaches—before you put money down.
Dynamic Fine Arts Academy runs year-round private lessons, group classes for kids, theatre, and music therapy from Pacific, with families driving in from the St. Louis area. Tuition is published online; invoices and payments run through My Music Staff, and you can read about instructors on the teachers page.
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Teaching with a plan
Lessons, group classes, theatre, and music therapy all have clear goals and expectations so students build skills instead of coasting week to week.
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Tuition you can look up
Monthly billing, published lesson and class rates, and a one-time registration fee—with invoices you can track in My Music Staff.
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Easy drive from St. Louis
Families come to 718 W Osage in Pacific from around the metro (handy to I-44) for teaching staff who love the work and treat you like a neighbor.
Meet some of our teachers
Here are just a few of the folks who mentor our students week to week—when you want photos and fuller stories about everyone who teaches here, browse the full faculty on our teachers page.
Jessica North
Elementary groups, voice, beginning piano
David North
Private voice
Bernadette Baer
Music therapy, piano
Google reviews
Families notice the difference.
Real notes from families and students who found their teacher, their class, or their next step here—quoted as shared on Google.
Rebecca Sinklear
Piano lessons
Ms. Rachel at DFAA has been an absolute amazing piano instructor to my 10 year old daughter! She is so very kind and patient and listens to my daughter's thoughts and needs. I highly recommend!
- Google review
Emma Miller
Academy environment
One of the best environments I've been in. The teachers are wonderful and give a great education!
- Google review
Josh Scruggs
Classes and staff
Great classes and dedicated professional staff for musical students. Various instruments and vocal lessons are available. Great place for learning.
- Google review
Alex Boettge
Piano lessons
Our daughter loves her piano lessons! Thank you!
- Google review
Tim Otten
Voice lessons
Best place around for voice lessons.
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Tuition snapshot
What lessons and classes typically cost.
Here is a sample of published rates. Billing is monthly and prepaid, with invoices in My Music Staff. For every line item, see tuition & policies.
- One-time registration fee: $20 per family when you begin ongoing lessons or classes.
- A late fee may apply to accounts that fall past due. Your invoice window is the month ahead.
Private lessons
30 minutes — any instrument
$35
Theatre production
Varies by show; lump sum when you join the cast
Varies
Dance classes
group class, billed monthly
$30
Elementary group music
per class
$20
Tell us your child's age, instrument, or program—and the days that usually work
Program pages
Want the full picture? Jump straight to the program you need.
Every page explains the format, how tuition fits, and what to ask us—without dumping a giant list on you.
Our approach
Music that helps you listen, focus, and connect—on stage and off.
Dynamic Fine Arts Academy works because making music together changes the way people listen and connect. We take that seriously—whether it is a private lesson, a group class, rehearsal for a show, or a therapy session for an older adult, we plan with care and match the pace to the person in the room.
Looking ahead, we expect to grow into more visual and performing arts as students ask for them. If you want a place your child can stay with for years—not bounce between random providers—that long view is part of who we are.
Student theatre
Theatre & auditions
Shows with clear expectations—so families know what they are signing up for.
When we cast a show, we treat it like real theatre: rehearsal attendance, attitude, and safety matter. You will see the schedule and commitments up front—which helps kids learn responsibility and helps parents plan around tech week.
FAQ
Common questions from families
Short answers about schedules, lessons, and billing. Call or email if you need something that is not listed.
Lessons & group classes
Paying tuition
Getting started
Need more detail? Call or text (314) 596-2044 or use the contact form below—we can walk you through anything here.
Ready for a next step
Share your student's age, the program you want, and the schedule you need.
Use the form below, or call (314) 596-2044 if you want to talk to a person first.
Get in touch
Tell us about your child—and what you are looking for.
Use the form below and a staff member will email back from info@dynamicfineartsacademy.com, usually within about one business day. Prefer the phone? (314) 596-2044.
718–720 W. Osage St, Pacific, MO 63069
By appointment