CODA Music System2025-01-13T22:11:15-06:00

INTRODUCING

Achieve More with Music

Research shows that consistent engagement during the first two years of lessons is the key to building proficiency, fostering enjoyment, and achieving long-term success as a musician. That’s why we created the CODA Music System—our exclusive pathway designed to support and guide our students every step of the way.

The CODA Music System is our exclusive musical pathway, designed to give ROOTS Music students a clear roadmap from total beginner to college-ready or professional-level musician.

We believe that celebrating every small victory along the path to success empowers students to stay inspired and committed to their growth. Each achievement, big or small, deserves recognition.

“When our students walk through our doors we want them to feel inspired and motivated to explore every part of their creativity. We designed the CODA Music System to cultivate their commitment to become the musician they’ve always dreamed of. With each new level of success their confidence in their ability to achieve their goals, flourishes.”

Emily Lindsey

Music Director +
CODA Co-Founder

Benefits of CODA

When your student enrolls at ROOTS, they’ll be guided along a pathway toward success with opportunities for positive reinforcement and specific feedback on their creative development.

Some of the benefits of this journey include:

  • Strengthens the relationship between student and mentor
  • Makes learning fun
  • Honors and encourages commitment
  • Provides opportunities for problem-solving and guidance through every challenge they face
  • Prepares students for performance reviews and critiques in a professional setting
  • Fosters a growth mindset and a can-do spirit

The Research

The CODA system is based on a series of best practices identified by the American Psychological Association to boost student success by increasing their engagement in learning. Some of those elements include:
  • Giving students agency and autonomy – self-guided learning
  • Creating personal connections with mentors
  • Pursuing both enjoyment and challenge in the work
  • Making learning relevant to life
  • Rewarded for effort – not ability, contributing to a “growth” mindset instead of a “fixed”

CODA LEVELS

CODA is a journey for students to reach their potential and achieve their dreams through levels of achievement.

SILVER

Discovery Level

In the Silver Level, students will learn the basics of music and their instrument, establishing a steady foundation while having fun along the way.

GOLD

Performance Level

In the Gold Level, young musicians will continue building their instrument knowledge while focusing on honing their performance skills and gaining confidence on stage.

PLATINUM

Innovation Level

As students progress to the Platinum Level, they will begin to explore their artistic identity and develop their own unique musical style.

DIAMOND

Proficiency Level

The Diamond Level represents mastery and ownership of the instrument and prepares students for success at a collegiate or industry level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CODA Music System?2024-05-23T13:15:28-05:00

CODA is a proprietary progress tracking system designed exclusively by our team of mentors at ROOTS to empower students, ensuring they are set up to thrive as they pursue new levels of creativity. Learn more about CODA and the various levels of achievement by visiting our CODA webpage.

How does CODA work? 2024-06-03T14:13:17-05:00

CODA is primarily utilized by mentors in the lesson room to ensure that students are receiving a consistent, comprehensive and well-rounded music education. Each level of CODA contains a rubric — a set of content standards that mentors use to assess and evaluate a student’s progression toward proficiency with their instrument. Lessons will continue to be tailored to each students’ interests and creativity. CODA simply ensures that progress is always being made, measured and celebrated.

Can my child skip levels?2024-05-23T13:16:53-05:00

Levels are determined both by proficiency and time invested, so in most cases, skipping levels is not possible. However, if you feel your student is needing more of a challenge, please consult their mentor for an appropriate recommendation.

Can my student opt-out of participating?2024-05-23T13:17:39-05:00

The CODA system is now part of the standard curriculum for ROOTS music lessons. Participation isn’t optional in that sense. Please know that this system is specifically designed to encourage and inspire your student to achieve more and reach their musical goals. It will never be used to make them feel like they’re not winning or not good enough. Levels are based on proficiency and not graded.

As a parent, how can I best support my child’s creative endeavors?2024-05-23T13:18:12-05:00

We LOVE this question! You can enhance your student’s experience with active, positive encouragement. Knowing they have your support will cultivate your child’s interest and keep them open to learning and growing as an artist. It’s as easy as taking a few moments to be present with them while they practice and cheering them on when they rise above a challenge.

questions?

If you have any questions about our program, please don’t hesitate to call, text or email us. We’re here to help you Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm CST.

EMILY LINDSEY – Music Director
JOSH ASHLEY – Music Operations Manager
ALEXYS HALSTENSGARD – Music Operations Coordinator
LORI KAIRDOLF – Schedule & Billing Coordinator

EMILY LINDSEY
Music Director
JOSH ASHLEY
Music Operations Manager
ALEXYS HALSTENSGARD
Music Operations Coordinator
LORI KAIRDOLF
Schedule & Billing Coordinator

Music offers in-studio, in-home, and online music lessons on piano, voice, guitar, drums, violin, ukulele, songwriting, music production, and more! Band, ensemble and group classes are also available.

Dance offers a wide array of preschool, recreational, and competitive dance classes for ages 18 months to 18 years. Classes are available Monday through Saturday in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip-hop, acro, and more.

Musical Theatre combines acting, singing, and dancing into one story-filled show. Classes, camps and productions are available for ages 7-18 years.

Quick Links

Contact

© 2025, ROOTS Academy, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Privacy Policy • Terms & Conditions • Cookie Policy • Community Guidelines • Acceptable Use Policy • Consent Preferences • DSAR Form

Go to Top