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.

“Let’s Read Music” is designed for adults who want to learn the fundamentals of reading music in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.

This class is perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this course introduces the essential building blocks of music literacy in a clear and approachable way. Students will explore note reading, rhythm patterns, and the meaning behind common musical symbols.

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.

Boost your progress and expand your personal repertoire with focused, intentional practice. This class is intended for students ages 13-17 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 

Our Beginner Class is for ages 6-9 and offers a fun, supportive introduction to music through group lessons. Using the Faber Primer books, students begin learning to read music and recognize basic rhythms. The group setting encourages collaboration, confidence, and musical exploration, no experience needed! The class runs for 6 weeks, with a break for the week of June 30 - July 6.

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.

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 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