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Wednesday Early Intermediate - Intermediate Piece Study Class (Ages 12-17) - Summer26
with Monica Washington Padula
This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
This course is designed for early intermediate to intermediate 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
Wednesday Intermediate - Advanced Piece Study Class (Ages 12-17) - Summer26
with Monica Washington Padula
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
Wednesday Music Production in Bandlab - Advanced (Ages 13+)
with Colwyn Hoard
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.
Wednesday Piece Study Class (Adults) - Summer26
with Monica Washington Padula
This 6-week class includes a one-week break in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
This course is designed for adults who have taken a beginning class and would like to improve their musicianship and technique on a set of pieces.
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
Thursday Beginner Class A (Ages 6-9) - Summer26
with Jake Schott
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
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Thursday Beginner Class A (Ages 8-12) - Summer26
with Jake Schott
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
Thursday Beginner Piano Lab (Adult) - Summer26
with Jake Schott
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
Thursday Music Production in Bandlab - Beginner (Ages 13+)
with Colwyn Hoard
Dive into the world of 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 beginners with no prior music or music production experience who want to create original tracks from start to finish.
The class runs for 6 weeks, with a break for the week of June 29 - July 3.