Free Summer 2022 Classes!!

We have a great selection of group music classes for youth grades 3-12 (and a few for adults) this summer. All YOUTH classes are FREE and instruments are included. Classes range from one to six weeks in duration. Classes are held at the AYO Music Studios on Pacific Blvd and at the Albany Boys and Girls Club. 

These intro classes are for students grades 3 and above who have never played one of these instruments and would like to try it out. Classes are held for 45 minutes each day for four days (Monday through Thursday) each week. You will learn the basics of how to hold the instrument and the bow and play a simple song. Instruments are provided in class.

Violin, cello, and ukulele classes are Monday-Thursday at the AYO Music Studios.

Piano and guitar are Monday-Thursday at Albany Boys and Girls Club.

Explore Violin  

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 11, 12, 13, 14  
• Mon-Thurs 5:00-5:45pm Aug 1, 2, 3, 4 
• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am Aug 15, 16, 17, 18  

Explore Cello 

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 18, 19, 20, 21 

Explore Ukulele 

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 25, 26, 27, 28 

Explore Piano (LOCATION: ALBANY BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB)

• Mon-Thurs 10:00-10:45am July 11-14
• Mon-Thurs 10:00-10:45am July 18-21
• Mon-Thurs 10:00-10:45am July 25-28
• Mon-Thurs 10:00-10:45am Aug 1-4
• Mon-Thurs 10:00-10:45am Aug 8-11 

Explore Guitar (LOCATION: ALBANY BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB)

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 11-14
• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 18-21
• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 25-28
• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am Aug 1-4
• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45amAug 8-11 

Two-three week introductory classes designed to teach the very basics. Instruments provided or you may bring your own. Adult sections in electric bass and music production are available!

All classes are at AYO Music Studios, 1405 Pacific Blvd.

Group Beginning Piano 

Keyboard instruments are a great way to start out with music. It’s easy to make notes and figure out songs. Keyboards provided in class. Twice a week for two or three weeks. Instructor: Jasmine Lumpkin. 

• Mon & Wed 4:00-4:45pm July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 (3 weeks)
• Mon & Wed 6:00-6:45pm Aug 1, 3, 8, 10 (2 weeks)  

Group Beginning Acoustic Guitar 

Learn your first chords and strum patterns! Bring your own guitar or use a loaner in class (rentals may be available to take home). Twice a week for two or three weeks. Instructor: Jasmine Lumpkin. 

• Tues & Thurs 4:00-4:45pm July 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 (3 weeks)
• Tues & Thurs 6:00-6:45pm Aug 2, 4, 9, 11 (2 weeks)  

Group Beginning Electric Bass 

Get your start with electric bass! You will need to bring your own gear (bass, amp, cables) or borrow from the instructor (arrange ahead of time). Twice a week for three weeks. Youth and adult sections available. Instructor: Jasmine Lumpkin.  

• Tues & Thurs 5:00-5:45pm July 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 (youth 12-17 only)  
• Tues & Thurs 6:00-6:45pm July 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 (adults 18+ only) $90  

Beginning Music Production 

Learn how to make electronic music! Learn about sampling, beats, layering, EQ, and other techniques to produce a finished piece of music. All gear and tech supplied in our lab through our partnership with the Linn-Benton Community College Music Department. Twice a week for three weeks. Youth and adult sections available. Instructor: Jasmine Lumpkin.  

• Mon & Wed 5:00-5:45pm July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 (youth 12-17 only) 
• Mon & Wed 6:00-6:45pm Aug 1, 3, 8, 10 (adults 18+ only) $60 

Ukuleles are fun, versatile instruments that are easy to learn and a great size for kids and adults alike. We have two introductory classes and one for players with some experience. Instruments provided or you may bring your own (no rentals are available to take home).

All classes are at AYO Music Studios, 1405 Pacific Blvd.

Explore Ukulele (see description above) Instructor: Isaac Andrew. 

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am July 25, 26, 27, 28 

Basic Ukulele for students who want to learn to play and sing. Recommended for students who have had some ukulele before (or taken Explore Ukulele). Instructors: Amy Burrow and Helen Merrill. 

• Mon & Wed 10:00-10:45am Aug 1, 3, 8, 10 
• Tues & Thurs 1:00-1:45pm Aug 2, 4, 9, 11

Intermediate Ukulele for advancing students who know the basics and want to learn more advanced chords, strumming, melody and tunes! Instructor: Amy Burrow. 

• Tues & Thurs 2:00-3:30pm Aug 2, 4, 9, 11

For violin and fiddle players. Learn fiddle tunes from a real old-time fiddle player! Learning by ear is encouraged and sheet music is supplied as well. You should know some basics on your instrument but you don’t need to already know any fiddle music! Twice a week for two weeks. Instructor: Amy Burrow. 

All classes are at AYO Music Studios, 1405 Pacific Blvd.

Fiddle 1 for players who have had a year of classes or lessons already

• Tues & Thurs 10:00-10:45am Aug 2, 4, 9, 11 

Fiddle 2 for more advanced players with two or more years of classes or lessons.

• Tues & Thurs 11:00-12:30pm Aug 2, 4, 9, 11  

These classes are for students who have completed one year or more of classes in a school-based program (anywhere) or private lessons on a violin, viola, cello, or upright bass. Note that some classes are restricted to certain instruments. Loaner instruments are available.  

All classes are at AYO Music Studios, 1405 Pacific Blvd.

Level UP! Orchestra 

For players of violin, viola, cello, and bass who have completed Level 1. The first year of an instrument can be a lot to learn. This class includes review of the more difficult concepts such as slurring, F and C natural, and quick rhythms. You’ll feel really prepared to take on Level 2 in the fall! You will also learn how to play as a real orchestra– violins, violas, cellos and basses each have their own part and learn to play together in harmony. The six week session will change pieces halfway through so it will be possible to join in August. Instructor: Denver Speelman.

• Mon & Wed 9:00-9:45am: July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, Aug 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17   

Summer Orchestra 

For players of all instruments who have completed Level 2 and up. We select multi-level pieces so there are 2-3 different levels of difficulty available for each instrument. Each player will get music that is at their level so it can be both fun and challenging. The six week session will change pieces halfway through so it will be possible to join in August. Instructor: Denver Speelman.  

• Tues & Thurs 9:00-9:45 am July 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, Aug 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18   

National Anthem & Baseball Game! 

We have been selected to play the Star-Spangled Banner again this year for a Corvallis Knights baseball game! For players who have completed Level 1 on any instrument. Music is available in advance. The package includes free game tickets for the player and their family and a coupon for concessions. Students will help with selling raffle tickets during the first part of the game. Four classes the week before the performance. Instructors: Isaac Andrew and Denver Speelman. FREE thanks to The Bark Place!!!

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45am June 27, 28, 29, 30
• GAME Saturday July 2, 5:30-8:00pm  

Cello-Rama! CELLOS ONLY 

For all cellos who have completed Level 1 or higher. Multi-level cello ensemble with parts to challenge any level of player. Intense one-week class that will get you fired up about cello! Instructor: Isaac Andrew.  

• Mon-Thurs 11:00-11:45 am July 25, 26, 27, 28  

Encanto! Music 

For violins, violas, and cellos with at least one year of experience; the class will use a multi-level format to challenge more advanced players. Learn to play the music you love from Encanto! One week, four sessions. Instructor: Julie Ritchey.  

• Mon-Thurs 4:00-4:45pm Aug 1, 2, 3, 4  

Video Game Music 

Some of the best music being written today is heard in video games. For violin, viola, cello, and bass with two or more years experience (completed Level 2) due to the more challenging rhythms and keys. Instructor: Denver Speelman.  

• Mon-Thurs 10:00-10:45am Aug 15, 16, 17, 18  

Learn Viola  

For players who have had at least one year of violin, even if they play another instrument currently. Viola is the heart of an orchestra, the instrument between violin and cello. Played like a violin, viola reads a different clef in music and has a lower range and different strings. It is a great skill for any violin player (and a beautiful instrument in its own right!) and can be learned quickly. We recommend also taking Level UP or Summer Orchestra at the same time to get more experience with the instrument. Viola included. Twice a week for four weeks (no July 4). Instructor: Denver Speelman. 

• Mon & Wed 10:00-10:45am June 27, 29, July 6, 11, 13, 18, 20   

Learn Upright Bass 

For students 5th grade and up who have completed at least a year of classes in AYO or school band. Bass is a huge part of nearly every ensemble and a great solo instrument, too! We recommend also taking Level UP! or Summer Orchestra to get more experience playing the instrument in an ensemble. Bass included, class size limited. Twice a week for four weeks. Instructor: Allen Regnier. 

• Tues & Thurs 10:00-10:45am June 28, 30, July 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 

For any student who would like to work with a teacher in a quiet, one-on-one setting. Our instructors provide one-on-one lessons in violin, viola, and cello throughout the summer, and on ukulele, guitar, upright bass, electric bass, and keyboard during more limited dates. One-on-one lessons are the best way to advance quickly on an instrument. Lessons are 25 minutes long. We recommend weekly lessons for most players. 

All lessons are at AYO Music Studios, 1405 Pacific Blvd.