Group Classes
Explore music with a group of others!
Get started learning a new instrument
Learn to play in a band
Write original songs
Jazz and improv ensembles
Community therapeutic drumming group
Overview
Americana Music Academy is happy to offer group ensemble learning. No matter your age, ability, experience or musical preferences, we can find a group ensemble to suit your needs. In the past we have had Youth Ensembles exploring pop, rock and jazz as well as group lessons in all of our most popular instruments, including guitar, mandolin, fiddle and more! Please reach out to us at americanamusicacademy@gmail.com for more information about group ensembles and information about how to sign up!
SPRING 2023 OFFERINGS
BEGINNING GUITAR - 1/18 - 2/22 (W)
Instructor: Aleia Gonzalez
6 week course, with option to continue
Classes meet weekly for 1 hour
No experience necessary
Instruments available to borrow
BEGINNING UKULELE - 1/22 - 2/26 (SU)
Instructor: Alison Mahal
6 week course, with option to continue
Classes meet weekly for 45 minutes
No experience necessary
Instruments available to borrow
POP ROCK YOUTH ENSEMBLE 2/2 - 2/23 (TH)
Instructor: Matthew Mulnix
4 week course, culminating in a performance of original work
Ensemble meets weekly for 1 hour
Some experience in piano/guitar/ukulele/guitar + vocals needed
POP SONGWRITING YOUTH ENSEMBLE 4/6 - 4/27 (TH)
Instructor: Matthew Mulnix
4 week course, culminating in a performance of original work
Ensemble meets weekly for 1 hour
Some experience in piano/guitar/ukulele/guitar + vocals needed
COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DRUMMING GROUP (2ND & 4TH MONDAYS, STARTING 2/27)
Instructor: Melissa Gabel
This purpose of this group is to provide affordable and accessible music therapy mental health services for the Lawrence community. In this group Melissa will facilitate group drumming exercises and experiences to target mindfulness, healthy emotional expression, socialization, and communication skills. No prior music experience is required to participate and benefit from this group! All necessary instruments will be provided, but group members are welcome to bring their own percussion-type instruments. Melissa may also bring in other non-drumming music therapy interventions from time to time to cater to group members' needs and to add variety!
Attendance to group is open for anyone age 18+ to maintain a therapeutic environment.
Each group will be approximately 45 mins starting at 7 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month.
Notice will be posted online and on social media if a group is cancelled for any reason. Payment is a sliding scale of $5-$20 per group.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up for lessons?
There are three simple ways to get more information about signing up for classes with Americana Music Academy
1. Fill out any of the forms on this website. Someone will get back to you within 48 hours (hopefully much sooner!)
2. Email us at americanamusicacademy@gmail.com
3. Call us during normal business hours at 785-830-9640. If nobody picks up, please leave a detailed message!
How much do lessons cost?
Private lessons cost $30 per 30-minute session, or $120 per month. If you're a college student, inquire about our college student discount! We also award scholarships, which are open to any student, on six-month cycles.
Where do lessons take place?
We offer in-person lessons at our schoolhouse at 1419 Massachusetts St, Lawrence KS 66044. We also have several instructors who continue to offer remote / virtual lessons using the videoconferencing software of your choice (Zoom, Google Meet, Facetime, etc.)
What protocols are in place to combat the COVID-19 coronavirus?
We work diligently with our board of directors and local public health authorities to develop practices to ensure the safety of our teachers and students. We are offering both virtual and in-person lesson options at this time, and teachers establish their own mask policies at this time.
What instruments does Americana teach?
Here at Americana we're proud to teach a wide variety of instruments and musical styles, including improvisation, songwriting and production. For a complete list, please see elsewhere on the website and this list will be updated continuously as we bring more instructors on board!
Do you provide live sound options for corporate events, weddings and private shows?
Americana Music Academy has a state-of-the-art sound system that can provide any live audio that you might need for your event. Please contact us at americanamusicacademy@gmail.com for more details and to reserve your sound system and engineer.
