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Reeves Downtown School of Music



Youth Class

Fiddle Fundamentals (Ages 5-9)

$75

with Meredith Wilkerson

Calendar Jun 6, 2023 at 5 pm, runs for 7 weeks

Young aspiring fiddlers and their caregivers are welcome in this foundational class! Caregivers will participate alongside students each class, to better be able to assist with practicing at home. No experience is necessary from student or caregiver!

Students and their caregivers will learn the fundamentals and get started playing songs.

Prerequisites: None. 

Materials to bring: Bring a fiddle if you have one, or email meredith@reevesmusic.org to check availability on fiddle loaning options. Caregivers must attend class with younger students.

Please note: This is a 6-week session taught over 7 weeks. The week of July 4th will be off.

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Tunes & Trails Camp, Jr.!

$120

with Meredith Wilkerson

Calendar Jul 24, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

RDSM and Elkin JAM are inviting rising K-3rd graders to attend our "Tunes and Trails, Jr" summer camp July 24 - 28. 

Students will learn about the traditional music of the Blue Ridge and receive fundamental music lessons using singing, rhythm, and dance. In addition, kids will learn about the beauty of our region through nature studies, and get creative with arts and crafts.

Students should bring a refillable water bottle and wear sunscreen every day.

Parents should send students with snacks. Students will be outside daily (weather permitting) on the school grounds at 129 Church Street. Email info@reevesmusic.org with questions, including scholarship and accessibility requests. 

Each additional sibling registered can receive $20 off registration. Contact us to apply discount

Schedule: July 24 - 28, 9 AM - 12 PM

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 1 payment of $95.00, paid every four weeks.

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Tunes & Trails Camp

$150

with Adam Lowe

Calendar Jul 31, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

RDSM and Elkin JAM are inviting rising 4th-8th graders to attend our "Tunes and Trails" summer camp July 31 - August 4. 

Students will learn about the traditional music of the Blue Ridge and receive basic instruction in how to play guitar, fiddle, or banjo in the old-time way. In addition, kids will explore the local natural beauty of downtown Elkin, including the Big Elkin Creek watershed.  From stream ecology to hiking and biking, kids will be able to enjoy time in nature and learn about the local watershed. Instruments and bikes provided as needed. Space is limited. Scholarships available. Special thanks to Watershed NOW and Trips for Kids for trail and bike assistance.

Students should bring a refillable water bottle and sunscreen every day. Rain gear and a change of shoes/socks are recommended in case of inclement weather.

Lunch and light snacks will be provided (please email any food allergies). Instruments and bicycles available upon request. Students will be walking from the school at 129 Church Street to local trails and parks. Email info@reevesmusic.org with questions, including scholarship and accessibility requests. 

Each additional sibling registered can receive $30 off registration. Contact us to apply discount

Schedule: July 31 - Aug 4, 9 AM - 3 PM

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 2 payments of $62.50, paid every four weeks.




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