Music Lessons Near Me

It's been a long time coming! Get ready to perform in the ultimate (not Cruel) Summer concert featuring songs from Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour! This week long camp features daily vocal coachings, pop star prep, and choreography rehearsals that will give your camper the opportunity to train like a pop star! Campers will also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their fully staged Concert at the end of the week! Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Get ready to ROCK OUT and shine! In this high-energy class, dancers will learn the latest K-Pop dance moves while building rhythm, coordination, and confidence. We promote a healthy lifestyle through fun physical activity and creative self-expression set to upbeat, kid-friendly pop music. This is a performance-based program where dancers work toward a final rockin’ showcase in costumes for family and friends to enjoy. Dancers will get to keep their Funky show t-shirt after the show! Tuition includes a Costume Shirt to wear & KEEP the date of the show! Dress comfy and wear sneakers. Bring a labeled water bottle. NOTE THE FOLLOWING DATES: SESSION DATES: April 8-June 10 SHOW DATE: June 10 @ 4:30 pm CLASS DAY/TIME: Wednesdays 3:50-4:50pm We Look Forward to Rockin' Out With your Child! Please make sure to register your child using an email address that is frequently checked and is the same email you use for school correspondence. All information on classes/shows will come from Funky Divas & Dudes. Please direct any questions to our PDX manager, Marina via email at infopdx@funkydivasanddudes.com or by phone at 816-405-9180.

Confident Voices start EARLY! We are very excited to bring our “Tiny Talkers!” Workshops to our youngest voices! In this very fun, high-energy workshop, students will learn: - What Public Speaking Means - How to be louder, clearer, and much more interesting in our performance and content. - Get gentle feedback to bring out their best voices! - Learn how to improve confidence with different audiences (friends and adults!) We will play hilarious and fun speaking games and teach them very simple acronyms they can apply to their EVERY day speaking, not just in school!

Satisfy your curiosity, and experience a fun and thorough introduction to throwing on the potter’s wheel. Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups, bowls and more in this exciting introduction to throwing fundamentals. Your instructor guides you through the process of throwing, shaping and trimming pots on the wheel. Special handbuilding project and casting will also included. Basic surface decoration and glazing techniques are also demonstrated. This class is designed for students any level experience on the potter’s wheel. Those who have more experience will complete more pieces/ advanced techniques. Those learning will master the basic skills to create wheel thrown pieces. Register for all classes, as we will build on experience of the students. During our last class, we will meet the last 10-15 minutes of class for an Art Show Presentation. Students will showcase their pieces in an art show to guests. Parents- Invite grandparents, friends and family. All pieces go home the last day of class. Such a fun way for students to share what they have learned through process and design. Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for both June and July sessions. Our Last Class we will have student presentations the last 15 minutes of class. Please bring a bag and some towels, paper to wrap all of your treasures and take home.

Does your child freeze when they’re put on the spot? Or hesitate when asked a question? Not know how to start or struggle if talking to adults? This high energy, 2-hour workshop helps students learn exactly what to say—even when they don’t have time to prepare! Through interactive speaking games and guided challenges, students will practice organizing their thoughts quickly and responding with clarity and confidence! This workshop focuses on what to say and how to think on your feet. In this workshop, your child will: Learn how to respond quickly without freezing Practice organizing thoughts in seconds Build confidence in unexpected speaking situations Improve focus, creativity, and quick thinking This is a favorite format for students—it feels like fun, but builds powerful real-world communication skills! With two or more instructors to give plenty of individualized feedback and smaller group classes, students walk out much more confident speaking on the spot!

Popstar Dance Camp with the Funky Divas & Dudes, Activities include: Dance classes, Acting Games, Music Videos, Arts-n-Crafts, Scavenger Hunts, Relays, Theme Days, Cheek Art & more! We even make a MUSIC VIDEO that we email to the parents at the conclusion of camp! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT IS $50 OFF IF YOU SIGN UP BEFORE APRIL 1ST. After April 1st the rate is $499

Kids Club Music 2 classes encourage toddlers to discover their own ideas and explore. Each class offers plenty of fun through singing, dancing and instrument play. These kids explore their new movement and language skills with a sense of security, comfort and confidence.

Children and grown ups separate for 60 minutes gently easing them into the preschool experience in a familiar, safe environment. Purchase the corresponding membership, THEN reserve your child's spot in the desired class(es) to be attended. You will then be emailed additional information and waivers to sign before your child can attend class.

Everyone is welcome! This multi-age class combines elements of our play and music classes. A perfect opportunity for siblings to experience class together or for children to practice more diverse social skills like leadership and peer modeling.

Are you ready to ROCK?! Learn the basic techniques of dance and how to move to the beat. We promote a healthy lifestyle through fun, physical activity that encourages self expression through music and movement. Dance improvisation games are played to encourage expression and creativity. A rockin’ performance with costumes will be held at the end of the session for family and friends! Dancers will get to KEEP their Funky Divas & Dudes shirt after the show! Dress comfy and wear tennis shoes. DAY/TIME: Monday's, 3:00-3:45pm CLASS DATES: April 6-June 1; NO CLASS May 25 SHOW DATE: June 1 @ 3:30pm TUITION: $145 + $20 materials fee Please make sure to register your child using an email address that is frequently checked and is the same email you use for school correspondence. All information on classes/shows will come from Funky Divas & Dudes. Please direct any questions to our PDX manager, Marina via email at infopdx@funkydivasanddudes.com or by phone at 816-405-9180

Unleash Your Child's Creativity This Summer! Calling all young creators for an unforgettable summer filled with imagination, self-expression, and fun! Creator's Camp inspires campers to connect with their creativity while developing their skills in storytelling, art, music, and hands-on projects. Guided by award-winning Lando educators, campers will explore painting, drawing, and arts and crafts—engaging their hands, heads, and hearts while building lasting friendships. Weekly Schedule Each week combines traditional camp activities with specialized Lando classes. Campers attend two Lando sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (each class offered twice weekly), with Wednesdays reserved for exciting field trips. Field Trips: 1st-3rd Grade - Ardenwood Historic Farm, Fremont 4th-5th Grade – Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo Campers will experience Four Award-Winning Lando Classes: Summer LEGO® Robotics Lab – Build a new robot daily using LEGO® bricks, motors, and sensors. Tackle the Kickoff Challenge, then upgrade during Engineering Sprints. Explore gears, pulleys, and measurable goals like distance and lift. Storyboarding and Comic Sketching – Create a finished storyboard each class. Learn drawing techniques and storytelling, then bring ideas to life during Studio Time with collaborative jams and peer feedback. Clay Sculpting and Scene Building – Sculpt connected scenes across the week. Practice techniques in daily warm-ups, then pinch, coil, and build your world—from beach stalls to sea monsters—for the Showcase Parade. Mini-Game Coding Studio – Code arcade games using Lando's Scratch-based iPad app. Build and remix multi-level mini-games, then test each other's creations in Playtest Lab while learning loops, events, and variables. Families receive weekly emails with photos, skills summaries, and ideas to continue exploring at home. Enroll today and watch your child's confidence and creativity soar!

Get ready to ROCK OUT and shine! In this high-energy class, dancers will learn the latest K-Pop dance moves while building rhythm, coordination, and confidence. We promote a healthy lifestyle through fun physical activity and creative self-expression set to upbeat, kid-friendly pop music. This is a performance-based program where dancers work toward a final rockin’ showcase in costumes for family and friends to enjoy. Dancers will get to keep their Funky show t-shirt after the show! Tuition includes a Costume Shirt to wear & KEEP the date of the show! Dress comfy and wear sneakers. Bring a labeled water bottle. NOTE THE FOLLOWING DATES: SESSION DATES: April 8-June 10 SHOW DATE: June 10 @ 3:30 pm CLASS DAY/TIME: Wednesdays 3:00-3:45pm We Look Forward to Rockin' Out With your Child! Please make sure to register your child using an email address that is frequently checked and is the same email you use for school correspondence. All information on classes/shows will come from Funky Divas & Dudes. Please direct any questions to our PDX manager, Marina via email at infopdx@funkydivasanddudes.com or by phone at 816-405-9180.

Where they are: Learning through listening and watching, moving, and “singing” with coos and babbles. What to expect in class: Experience music from all around the world-- music from both past and present, near and far! From The Beatles to Bach! In Music 1, children will delight in the sound of instruments, and “singing” through musical baby talk. They'll enjoy being sung to, experiencing new sounds and the anticipation of surprise! Benefits: Physical: Sensory exploration time is supported while children practice their motor skills, which is crucial for your baby’s overall development. Cognitive: Music-play helps activate parts of the brain responsible for music and speech processing. It creates an early appreciation of music and supports language development. Social: Through music, you can hear and feel emotions. Tunes can be happy, sad, or angry! This supports social development in understanding emotions in a new way. Adults: You get to engage with your little one making emotional connections and strong bonds. Being involved in your child’s play helps both of you feel more connected.

What to expect in class: Engage your little one in a multi-age music class which provides opportunities not only to learn musical techniques, styles, and about different instruments, but also supports social and emotional development. Benefits: Physical: Sensory exploration time is supported while children practice their motor skills, which is crucial for your child’s overall development. Cognitive: Music play helps activate parts of the brain responsible for music and speech processing. It creates an early appreciation of music and supports language development. Social: Through music, you can hear and feel emotions. Tunes can be happy, sad, or angry! This supports social development in understanding emotions in a new way. Adults: You get to engage with your little one making emotional connections and strong bonds. Being involved in your child’s play helps both you feel more connected.

New policy to discourage no shows: a fee will be charged when you register and refunded to you when you attend class. We know that things come up, but a simple email, call or text (571-250-7719), even right before class starts, will get your fee back if you can't attend. We just don't want people holding a spot that could have gone to someone else who really wanted to attend. **************************************** A whole class devoted to playdough? Yes! Children learn so much from playdough, starting with the making of playdough, then adding different scents, and finally, the playing of playdough which strengthens their fine motor skills. Expect to spend at least an hour and a half for each Playgroup: -30 minute (music is 45 minutes) structured class where fine motor skills are practiced -Playtime to encourage social interaction -Snacks/Lunch eaten together as

🎤 Confidence in a Day Does your child hesitate to speak up in class or in front of others? Or simply could use a more confident voice? In this high-energy, supportive workshop, students build real confidence in just one 2-hour session! Through fun games, engaging activities, and individualized feedback, each child is guided to speak more clearly, comfortably, and confidently. With small group sizes and two or more instructors, every student gets personal attention and multiple opportunities to speak in a positive, encouraging environment. This isn’t just practice—it’s a confidence breakthrough! In just one session, your child will: Speak in front of a group with greater confidence Improve eye contact, posture, and voice Express ideas more clearly and naturally Walk away feeling proud and more self-assured Super fun, high-energy, and designed for real results—see why Highest Speak is 5-star rated.

Experience music from all around the world-- music from both past and present, near and far! From The Beatles to Bach! In Music 1, children will delight in the sound of instruments, and “singing” through musical baby talk. They'll enjoy being sung to, experiencing new sounds and the anticipation of surprise!

Experience music from all around the world-music from both past and present, near and far! From The Beatles to Bach! In Music 2, children will begin to experiment with ways to play musical instruments, accompany a song with rhythm, and act out lyrics through movements using both gross motor and fine motor skills. Children know so much about music at this stage and are at the beginning stages of being able to express themselves musically!

Ready to see how it's done Done DONE?! Join us for a GOLDEN week of musical fun inspired by the award-winning K POP DEMON HUNTERS! This week long camp, inspired by the hit movie, K POP DEMON HUNTERS, combines the magic of performance with the fun and freedom of summer to help campers develop the skills every performer needs to perform on a Broadway Stage! Campers will spend the week singing, dancing, acting, and rehearsing for their Final Performance which will take place on the last day of camp! They’ll also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their final performance! Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Children of all ages, at every stage, can learn about music! Engage your little one in a multi-age music class which provides opportunities not only to learn musical techniques, styles, and about different instruments, but also supports social and emotional development.

Unleash Your Child's Creativity This Summer! Calling all young creators for an unforgettable summer filled with imagination, self-expression, and fun! Creator's Camp inspires campers to connect with their creativity while developing their skills in storytelling, art, music, and hands-on projects. Guided by award-winning Lando educators, campers will explore painting, drawing, and arts and crafts—engaging their hands, heads, and hearts while building lasting friendships. Weekly Schedule Each week combines traditional camp activities with specialized Lando classes. Campers attend two Lando sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (each class offered twice weekly), with Wednesdays reserved for exciting field trips. Field Trips: 1st-3rd Grade - The Wave, Dublin 4th-5th Grade - Calibunga Waterpark, San Jose Campers will experience Four Award-Winning Lando Classes: Summer LEGO® Robotics Lab – Build a new robot daily using LEGO® bricks, motors, and sensors. Tackle the Kickoff Challenge, then upgrade during Engineering Sprints. Explore gears, pulleys, and measurable goals like distance and lift. Storyboarding and Comic Sketching – Create a finished storyboard each class. Learn drawing techniques and storytelling, then bring ideas to life during Studio Time with collaborative jams and peer feedback. Clay Sculpting and Scene Building – Sculpt connected scenes across the week. Practice techniques in daily warm-ups, then pinch, coil, and build your world—from beach stalls to sea monsters—for the Showcase Parade. Mini-Game Coding Studio – Code arcade games using Lando's Scratch-based iPad app. Build and remix multi-level mini-games, then test each other's creations in Playtest Lab while learning loops, events, and variables. Families receive weekly emails with photos, skills summaries, and ideas to continue exploring at home. Enroll today and watch your child's confidence and creativity soar!