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Kalamazoo Community Piano Labs

Wednesday Intermediate - Advanced Piece Study Class (Ages 12-17) - Summer26

$95

with Monica Washington Padula

Calendar Jun 17, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

Wednesday Piece Study Class (Adults) - Summer26

$95

with Monica Washington Padula

Calendar Jun 17, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

Thursday Beginner Class A (Ages 6-9) - Summer26

$95

with Jake Schott

Calendar Jun 18, 2026 at 3:30 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

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Thursday Beginner Class A (Ages 8-12) - Summer26

$95

with Jake Schott

Calendar Jun 18, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

Thursday Beginner Piano Lab (Adult) - Summer26

$95

with Jake Schott

Calendar Jun 18, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

Friday Beginner Class B (Ages 8-12) - Summer26

$95

with Jake Schott

Calendar Jun 19, 2026 at 3 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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

This course is designed for students ages 8-12 years old who have already learned the basics of piano and are ready to continue building their skills. Students will review foundational concepts while expanding their knowledge through new songs, improved note reading, and more confident hand coordination.

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

Friday Beginner Class (Ages 13-17) - Summer26

$95

with Jake Schott

Calendar Jun 19, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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

Our Beginner Class is for ages 13-17 and offers a fun, supportive introduction to music through group lessons. Using the Faber Primer and Level 1 books, students begin learning to read music and recognize basic rhythms. The group setting encourages collaboration, confidence, and musical exploration, no experience needed!

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

Friday Piano Lab (Adult Continuing) - Summer26

$95

with Jake Schott

Calendar Jun 19, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 7 weeks

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

Our Adult Continuing class and offers a fun, supportive introduction to music through group lessons. Using the Faber Adult Lesson Book Series, students begin learning basic musical concepts and music reading. The group setting encourages collaboration, confidence, and musical exploration! This class is for Adult who have basic understanding of musical rhythms, reading music, and have had some music lessons before.

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 

Payment plan available: $20 deposit plus 1 payment of $75.00, paid every four weeks.

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