Open to all 4th-8th graders (at any school), the Junior Appalachian Musicians program provides instruction in traditional mountain music. Elkin JAM participants may choose between banjo, guitar, fiddle, or mandolin. Instruments provided as needed.

First class: Wednesday, September 3

Fall Break: Wednesday, October 15

Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 26 

Last Class/Final Performance: Wednesday, December 3

Please email elkinjam@reevesmusic.org with any accessibility requests upon registration, and with general questions.

Full refunds minus processing fees are available up to one week before class begins only. Payment plans and scholarships are available—feel free to register and select “Pay by check,” then email us for specifics. Want to sponsor another student? Your tax-deductible donation can help fund scholarships and make music classes accessible to all!

Take your violin skills to the next level with this class. Intended for students with a fundamental knowledge of how to play their instrument, Fiddle Exploration will help students grow more confident in their playing in a supportive group setting. If you have questions about your skill level matching this class, don't hesitate to email us so that we can put you in touch with instructor Jonathan Owens.

This is considered an adult class, but younger students may be admitted with permission from the instructor.

Please email info@reevesmusic.org with any accessibility requests upon registration, and with general questions. Full refunds minus processing fees are available up to one week before class begins only. Payment plans and scholarships are available—feel free to register and select “Pay by check,” then email us for specifics. Want to sponsor another student? Your tax-deductible donation can help fund scholarships and make music classes accessible to all!

Please note, this is a 12-week class taught over 14 weeks. No class the week of October 15 or Thanksgiving week.

REQUIRED MATERIALS: fiddle/violin, notebook & pencil, recording device (such as a smart phone).

This class is a music education session designed to teach guitar players how to effectively use a capo to enhance their playing. In this class, students will learn how to place the capo properly, choose the correct fret to match a song’s key, and use familiar chord shapes to play in different keys. The class will include examples of songs that benefit from capo use. It’s ideal for beginners and intermediate players looking to expand their musical versatility and adapt songs to different vocal ranges or styles.

Please email info@reevesmusic.org with any accessibility requests upon registration, and with general questions or concerns about whether this class is a good fit.

Please note, this is a 12-week course taught over 14 weeks. No class the week of 10/15 or Thanksgiving week.

Full refunds minus processing fees are available up to one week before class begins only. Payment plans and scholarships are available—feel free to register and select “Pay by check,” then email us for specifics. Want to sponsor another student? Your tax-deductible donation can help fund scholarships and make music classes accessible to all!

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Guitar, notebook, pencil, recording device (such as a smart phone)

PREREQUISITES: Fundamental knowledge of your instrument of choice (advanced beginner to intermediate level) and knowledge of basic chords and strumming patterns.

The Nashville Number System class teaches musicians how to communicate with other musicians and read chord charts no matter what key any song is in. They will learn to read and write chord charts using numbers instead of lettered chord names. This system allows players to quickly transpose songs into any key by representing chords as scale degrees (1, 4, 5, etc.). Please email info@reevesmusic.org with any accessibility requests upon registration, and with general questions or concerns about whether this class is a good fit.

Please note, this is a 12-week course taught over 14 weeks. No class the week of 10/15 or Thanksgiving week.

Full refunds minus processing fees are available up to one week before class begins only. Payment plans and scholarships are available—feel free to register and select “Pay by check,” then email us for specifics. Want to sponsor another student? Your tax-deductible donation can help fund scholarships and make music classes accessible to all!

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Guitar, notebook, pencil, recording device (such as a smart phone)

PREREQUISITES: Fundamental knowledge of your instrument of choice (advanced beginner to intermediate level) and knowledge of basic chords and strumming patterns.