By popular demand!! Join Shannon Czapla on Wednesday, June 21 for the continuation of How to Sing Jazz . In Part 2, will dive into individual critique on standards and explore the list of genres influenced by jazz. Additionally, we will practice counting in, intros, outros, and band leading.
Musically, funk refers to a style driven by hard syncopated bass lines and drumbeats and accented by any number of instruments involved in rhythmic counter play, all working toward a “groove." Join Stages bass man extraordinaire Ian Trusheim to learn the basics of this genre. All instruments and skill levels welcome and encouraged!
Exercising your voice daily and warming up properly prior to performances is vital to taking proper care of your vocal cords and maximing your vocal range and potential. Join classical soprano and vocal instructor Emily Gradowski to learn how to craft a custom vocal warmup that you can use regularly to keep your voice in... [ More Info ]
Learn what it takes to create your own original digital music using a Digital Audio Workstation (Ableton Live). Get a basic introduction to the knowledge and tools needed to make genres like Hip Hop, Trap, EDM, Pop, House, Dubstep, Bass Music and beyond. You bring the passion, interest and excitement and we’ll handle the rest.... [ More Info ]
Join Shannon Czapla to explore song forms that do not follow the traditional pop format and leaving diatonic harmony (play outside the key) to form chords. There will also be opportunity for song critique - so you can bring work you have already created or start from scratch with advice from the pros!
Join Evan Cooper to learn how to play the Harry Potter theme song on the MIDI keyboard! No experience necessary - beginners welcome!
Join resident guitar shredder Paul Tokarz on Monday, August 28th to learn about common guitar pedals and a couple of unique ones and how to chain them together. He'll demonstrate the basic ins and outs of the pedals (overdrive, delay, chorus, modulation, wah, etc.) and when it is appropriate to use each one. You'll also... [ More Info ]
Stages instructor and famed mandolin player Ryan Rogers of The Dirty Grass Players will explain the mandolin's role in a bluegrass band and share how to approach learning the melody and chords during a jam. He'll focus on closed position chop chords to easily transpose songs into different keys! This workshop is accessible to beginners,... [ More Info ]
EMP pop up petting zoo is an informal jam session to give students a chance to make all the sounds and get a taste of what Electronic Music is like. Located in our lobby, you can stop by for 5 minutes before your lessons or stay for the full 1-hour and half experience. Absolutely no... [ More Info ]
Join Evan Cooper to learn how to play the theme song from everyone's favorite cult classic - Ghostbusters! No experience necessary - as Evan makes it accessible for anyone to play regardless of piano experience. All ages welcome!
Join Jason Cohen to discover the world of live electronic music production in a dynamic workshop for students of all skill levels. Unleash your creativity with electronic drums, synths, and audio effects. Solo or collaborate with others while having a blast creating amazing music. Don't miss this electrifying journey into live electronic music!
Kids 4-10 --- join Brennan McShane to play training games in a fun, engaging environment. Class is designed to develop and strengthen aural skills of young musicians aiming to join bands, bring these concepts to their own practice and lessons, or just enjoy a fun challenge with friends. Concepts will include pitch relationships, chord qualities,... [ More Info ]