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INDIVIDUAL GUITAR OR BASS LESSONS
Ages 8+
These one-on-one guitar or bass lessons will provide instruction on theory, chord structure, melody, and popular song structure. This course is great for those who are just beginning to those just wanting to jam. They are individualized to fit your particular goals. Lessons are 30 minutes in length and meet once per week. Please bring your guitar or bass to class. Students who wish to have a longer private lesson may register for more than one time slot.
- June 12 – July 24* | M | Fee (R/NR): $110/$160 | Deadline: June 5
No Class*: July 3
Time: Call 217-398-2376 for Available Slots Prior to Registering Online. Registration not accepted after the deadline.
Location: Martens Center
Min/Max: 4/20
Questions: michelle.olden@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3909
INDIVIDUAL DRUM LESSONS
Ages 8+
These one-on-one drum lessons are designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. All styles including rock, jazz, funk, Latin, and blues are taught. Lessons are 30 minutes in length and meet once per week. A drum set is available for the lessons, but a drum pad and sticks are recommended for students to purchase for practice. Students who wish to have a longer private lesson may register for more than one time slot.
- June 14 – July 26* | W | Fee (R/NR): $110/$160 | Deadline: June 7
No Class*: July 5
Day/Time: Call 217-398-2376 for available time slots, prior to registration online. Registration not accepted after the deadline.
Location: Martens Center
Min/Max: 4/20
Questions: michelle.olden@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3909
FLUTEKEYS PRE-FLUTE CLASS | NEW!
Ages 7-10+
Considering flute for your band instrument? Join this pre-flute class with the MyFife. Here’s a fun opportunity to have a head start to see if the flute might be for you. The Flutekeys Pre-Flute Class uses the MyFife, a recorder-like instrument with a flute-style mouth piece. “The Fife Book” uses only the notes that are fingered the same on the flute as as on the fife. Learn rhythms through games and how to get a pleasing sound. You’ll also learn some music basics that will apply to any instrument.
This class requires the MyFife instrument and “The Fife Book” by Liz Goodwin at www.flute4u.com/fifes/MyFife.html. Must purchase and bring to first class.
Date: June 14 – July 26*
Day: Wednesday
Time: 10-11a
Fee (R/NR): $75/$112.50
Deadline: May 31
Location: Springer Cultural Center
Instructor: Sue Garten of Flutekeys Studio
Questions: michelle.olden@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3909
YOUTH THEATRE
The Champaign Park District Youth Theatre program gives young children the opportunity to learn the basics of live theatrical presentation – on the stage of a freshly-restored historic theatre!
Every child who registers for the program is cast in a part, learns the music, lines and movements involved in bringing the selected play to the stage. They also receive instruction in selecting costumes, understanding stage directions, proper use of stage make up, and more. Each program begins with a Parent Meeting (following your registration) where details about the audition and rehearsal process are shared. Youth Theatre Staff are experts in the fields of drama, comedy, choreography, and music and have extensive early educational experience. And, most importantly, they always make it fun.
Visit our Youth Theatre Page for more information!
