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 2

No Class: 9/23 and 11/25

Last Class/Final Performance: Wednesday, December 2

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!

Musicians of all levels can join this fun play-along class! Instruction will be in guitar but other instruments and singers are welcome. This is an adult class but younger students are welcome as long as they can participate at an adult level. 

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.

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!

SCHEDULE: This class has twelve sessions over fourteen weeks. No class on 10/22 or Thankgiving Day. Optional final performance is 12/8.

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.

This class is a music education session designed to teach guitar players how to effectively use a capo to enhance their playing and how to utilize the Nashville Number System. This class is ideal for students with fundamental guitar skills who want to improve their playing and understanding of the instrument. This is an adult class but younger students are welcome as long as they can participate at an adult level. 

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.

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!

SCHEDULE: This class has twelve sessions over fourteen weeks. No class on 10/22 or Thankgiving Day. Optional final performance is 12/8.

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.

In this advanced guitar class, players will continue their learning from the CAGED Level 2, use familiar voicings and chord shapes to better understand how chords work and move freely up and down the guitar neck. This is considered an adult level class, generally open to older teens and adults, though certain younger participants who exhibit maturity may be able to participate. Email info@reevesmusic.org with questions.

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!

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Acoustic guitar or electric guitar with a small amp, recording device (such as a smart phone), completion of Intro to CAGED 

In this intermediate to advanced guitar class, players will continue their learning from the Intro to CAGED System, use familiar voicings and chord shapes to better understand how chords work and move freely up and down the guitar neck. This is considered an adult level class, generally open to older teens and adults, though certain younger participants who exhibit maturity may be able to participate. Email info@reevesmusic.org with questions.

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!

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Acoustic guitar or electric guitar with a small amp, recording device (such as a smart phone), completion of Intro to CAGED 

Have you been working up the courage to sing and play in front of a group, try that Open Mic Night, or audition for the upcoming show? This class is for you! Singers and singer/musicians are encouraged to sign up for this class to gain confidence in front of an audience, learn to use a microphone, utilize your breathing to overcome nerves, and gain confidence performing. Bring your voice and an instrument (if you play one) and get more comfortable performing music.

This is considered an adult level class, generally open to older teens and adults, though certain younger participants who exhibit maturity may be able to participate, and children who are accompanied by an adult also taking the class are welcome. Email info@reevesmusic.org with questions.

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 twelve-week class taught over fourteen weeks. There will be no class on 10/27 or Thanksgiving week.

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Notebook/pencil, recording device (such as a smart phone), optional instrument of choice

Have you been practicing on the banjo, fiddle, bass, or guitar and have been itching to get together with some other folks to make some music in a relaxed community setting? Then this class will be a perfect fit!

We will compile a list of traditional string band tunes that everyone is familiar with at the beginning of the semester so you will have plenty of time to dust them off before we play them together. We’ll be focusing on playing at a good danceable rhythm, phrasing, and intonation as we become more proficient at making music as a group.The instructor plays the instruments listed above, but if you play another traditional instrument, you’re very welcome to join in! Advanced beginner/intermediate skill level.

This is an adult level class but is open to students with a basic understanding of their instrument. Younger students are welcome if accompanied by an adult - we love parent/grandparent/grandchild combinations!

What to bring: String instrument of choice, notebook and/or recording device.

Prerequisites: Beginner level knowledge of your instrument. Feel free to email us if you have questions! 

Please note, this is a 12-week class taught over 13 weeks. No class the week of Thanksgiving.

In this intermediate guitar class, players will use familiar voicings and chord shapes to better understand how chords work and move freely up and down the guitar neck. This is considered an adult level class, generally open to older teens and adults, though certain younger participants who exhibit maturity may be able to participate. Email info@reevesmusic.org with questions.

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!

REQUIRED MATERIALS: Acoustic guitar or electric guitar with a small amp, recording device (such as a smart phone)