We are very excited to of fer you a new program of GROUP MUSIC LESSONS, TAKE NOTE! We will begin by offering 3 classes, a preschool music class titled "little ditty's", and two guitar classes, one for the "beginner" and another titled, "guitar, just beyond the basics" for the guy or gal that has figured out the basics and wants to increase their knowledge of chords, strumming, barre chords, finger picking, sliding and string bending. This class would bring a student to an intermediate level of guitar playing.

The preschool music class, "little ditty's", will begin a six week session on Monday of next week at 5:30PM and will be taught by Paula Stone. The guitar classes will be held on Thursday Evenings from 6:15-7:00PM for those just beyond the basics and 7-7:45PM for the beginners. It is open to both electric and acoustic guitarists ages 7 and up. These will also be 6 week session classes and will be taught by Chris Stone.

Chris Stone is a MN native and has been living in the St. cloud area for 20 years. Chris is a well rounded musician with 10 years of formal training on piano, 20+ years of professional experience playing piano, guitar, and saxophone.  Currently Chris is the music and worship director at Calvary Community Church in St. Cloud.

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Little Ditty's

A music class for preschoolers.  This class will incorporate singing, rhythm, movement, imaginative play and instruments.  This class will provide a developmentally appropriate foundational love for music.  Lesson will encourage the development of values, self confidence and self worth.  Students will gain musical skills and understanding, as well as develop basic cognitive, social and motor skills necessary to succeed in school!!

Beginning Guitar

An introduction to the guitar.  This class will teach the string names, basic chords, introduce strumming techniques and barre chords.  A weekly practice guide will be given.  Students must bring a guitar.  If bringing an electric, a small amp must be brought as well.

Guitar, Beyond the Basics

For the guitarist that knows only a few simple chords and wants to increase their knowledge of chords, strumming and barre chords and be introduced to finger picking, sliding and string bending.