Summer

Summer Camps

Ages 5-12 years
Spend five days exploring the wide world of percussion, including drum set, percussion of the orchestra, exotic instruments from Brazil, Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, the Middle East, and MORE! No prior experience or instrument purchase required. Students will be grouped according to age/ability. No two sessions will be the same, so join us as much as you like.

Camp Schedule & Tuition
Mon-Fri 9:00-12:00
Camp Weeks: June 14-18, June 28-July 2, July 12-16, July 19-23
Tuition: $175 (+$30 annual registration fee)
**Each family will receive a 10% discount for additional classes of equal or lesser value purchased under the same family.**

Summer classes & Private lessons

7 week summer semester of classes & private lessons for ages 2 & up.
June 14-August 6 (no classes July 5-9)
$30 annual registration fee per family

**Each family will receive a 10% discount for additional classes of equal or lesser value purchased under the same family.**

Private lessons | ages 5+

Traditional one-on-one or small group lessons available for those ready to commit to more formal study. Students work to develop greater in-depth understanding and facility on the instruments and topics of their choosing. Lessons are offered in the traditional, one-on-one, format, and small group (3 students), pending availability. Lessons meet 1hr/week.

Virtual lessons also available.

Click HERE to complete the Lesson Form.
Tuition: $350

***For beginners or those looking to “test the waters,” we recommend one of our many group class offerings (below).***

wee drum | ages 2-4 with adult

Students and parents learn to play together in our hands-on percussion & drumming class specifically designed for the youngest drummers. Everyone loves drums, but we especially love using drums as the vehicle to help children develop important life skills like sharing, patience, listening, and focus.

Explorations in Rhythm | ages 5-7

Structured similar to a general music class, students are given an engaging, hands-on introduction to the wide world of percussion and rhythm from across the globe. These exploratory classes are an excellent opportunity to test the waters before making a greater commitment to lessons and performing ensembles. No prior experience or instrument purchases required.

drum stories | ages 5-12

This exciting *NEW* class combines the creativity and imagination of reading and storytelling with music and percussion! Students bring books to life with percussion and performance while learning about authentic percussion instruments from around the globe. This hands-on class allows students to participate in the creative, decision-making, and performance process from start to finish. (And shhhhh… they’ll be reading and writing, too!) 

total percussion | ages 8-12

Students will begin, or continue their exploration of the wide world of percussion, including the percussion instruments that drive and color the orchestra, melodic instruments such as marimba, xylophone, glockenspiel, and a wide array of traditional percussion from around the globe. With an emphasis on reading, writing, and playing music together, this course builds upon previously learned skills in Wee DRUM and Explorations in Rhythm, and prepares students to advance into Private Lessons. No prior experience or instrument purchases required.

DRUM Set Experience | ages 8-12

This class is perfect for students who are interested in drum set, but have never had the opportunity to take formal classes. Students will get an introduction to the drum set; playing, practice, care, & maintenance. No prior experience or instrument purchases required.

DRUM tech | ages 13-17

*NEW* Designed for older students (13-17 yrs). We’ll harness the power of technology for good when students learn about programming & recording their own music for performance and practice. Also, video & multi-track audio recording and editing.

Ensembles

Percussion Ensemble
Students serious about playing and performing learn a vast repertoire of traditional & contemporary music, then perform at events in our community & beyond. Percussion Ensemble membership is open to students currently enrolled in Private Lessons or another class, and subject to current openings and successful audition/Director’s approval. 1.5 hr rehearsals once a week throughout the calendar year.

Pre-Collegiate Percussion Ensemble
This ensemble is designed for advanced High School students with aspirations of studying music in college. Students will focus on building repertoire and chamber performance skills. Limited membership is open to students currently enrolled in Private Lessons, and subject to current openings and successful audition/Director’s approval. This group meets once a week for 1.5 hour rehearsals.

adult offerings

Explorations in Rhythm
A hands-on introduction to the wide world of percussion and rhythm from across the globe. These exploratory classes are an excellent opportunity to test the waters before making a greater commitment to lessons and performing ensembles. No prior experience or instrument purchases required.

DRUM Set Experience
This class is perfect for students who are interested in drum set, but have never had the opportunity to take formal classes. Students will get an introduction to the drum set; playing, practice, care, & maintenance. No prior experience or instrument purchases required.

Marimba & More
Explore the melodic side of percussion with instruments including marimba, xylophone, glockenspiel, and more. A great alternative to piano with a fun, unique twist! No prior experience or instrument purchases required.

Adult Percussion Ensemble
Adults can perform too! The Adult Ensemble is a performance based group that meets once a week for 1.5 hour rehearsals. All adult ensemble members must be enrolled in another adult group class (DRUM Set Experience, Marimba & More, or Explorations in Rhythm) or a Private Lesson.