This continuing piano class is for students ages 10-14 who have completed the beginner level or have similar skills, using Faber Level 2A and 2B books to learn beginning chords, damper pedal use, and key signatures. The class runs for 6 weeks, with a break for the week of June 30 - July 7. 

The Keys2Kids Learning Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assistance, please contact Sara Cleland, Battle Creek Piano Lab Coordinator, at scleland@thegilmore.org

This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

Boost your progress and expand your personal repertoire with focused, intentional practice. This class is intended for students ages 8-12 on summer break. With more free time available, this is a great opportunity to build skills faster, deepen your understanding, and see noticeable improvement in a shorter amount of time. Students will be given take home work at the end of each class and expected to practice a minimum of two hours each week.

The Keys2Kids Keyboard Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assitance please contact Cora Wright, Kalamazoo Piano Lab Coordinator, at CWright@thegilmore.org 

This class is for students ages 8-12 who have completed the beginner level or have similar skills, and would like to learn more about performing as an ensemble. Students will learn their part in an ensemble piece, and will perform as a group in a recital on Thursday, July 30 at 6pm. The class runs for 6 weeks, with a break for the week of June 29 - July 3.

The Keys2Kids Keyboard Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assistance please contact Sara Cleland, Battle Creek Piano Lab Coordinator, at SCleland@thegilmore.org 

This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

This course is designed for intermediate to advanced learners ages 12-17. In this class, we will explore more challenging performance techniques by studying a piece together. As we learn the piece, we will work through common challenges and share practical tips that you can apply to your own solo repertoire.

The Keys2Kids Keyboard Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assitance please contact Cora Wright, Kalamazoo Piano Lab Coordinator, at CWright@thegilmore.org 

Continue developing your skills in music production in this hands-on group class! Each session includes up to 1 hour of guided instruction followed by 30 minutes to 1 hour of open studio time. Learn the essentials of beat making, songwriting, MIDI instruments, loops and samples, and basic recording techniques. Perfect for those that have completed the Beginner course, or those with prior music or music production experience. 

The class runs for 6 weeks, with a break for the week of June 29 - July 3.

This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

This course is perfect for brand-new piano players ages 6-9 years old. Students will learn the fundamentals of piano in a fun and supportive environment, including basic hand position, simple rhythms, and introductory note reading.

The Keys2Kids Keyboard Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assitance please contact Cora Wright, Kalamazoo Piano Lab Coordinator, at CWright@thegilmore.org 

This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

This course is perfect for brand-new piano players ages 8-12 years old. Students will learn the fundamentals of piano in a fun and supportive environment, including basic hand position, simple rhythms, and introductory note reading.

The Keys2Kids Keyboard Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assitance please contact Cora Wright, Kalamazoo Piano Lab Coordinator, at CWright@thegilmore.org 

This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

This course is perfect for brand-new adult piano players. Students will learn the fundamentals of piano in a fun and supportive environment, including basic hand position, simple rhythms, and introductory note reading.

The Keys2Kids Keyboard Lending Program offers free keyboard loans to registered families without access to an instrument, with sign-up available on the registration form.

For questions or financial assitance please contact Cora Wright, Kalamazoo Piano Lab Coordinator, at CWright@thegilmore.org