Thursday, 06 February 2020 15:08

Caffè Lena Launches School Of Music: Low to No Cost Group Lessons in Folk Music Round Out Legacy

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Caffè Lena has launched The Caffè Lena School of Music - which starts on March 10 for children ages 7 to 12-years-old.

A cornerstone of the School of Music is to ensure that children who are considtered at risk have access to a community focused musical outlet. Full scholarships, including instruments, are available for any family that qualifies for free or reduced school lunch.

Unlike more formal music lessons, lessons at Caffe Lena will be in a group setting and teach children how to play by ear and play with others. Initial offerings include group lessons on guitar, fiddle and ukulele, along with Jam Sessions for the whole family, The Caffè Lena School of Music introduces children to a lifetime of making music for fun, relaxation and social connection.

Skill Building Class Session 1: Tuesday, March 10 to May 19      (no class on April 14). Introductory Rate: $70 for 10-week session paid in full in advance or $10 per class. Doors open at 3:45 p.m. During the skill building session students will learn correct posture and how to hold the instrument, fingering patterns, chords, how to play by ear and how to follow and compliment others. Each class will focus on a well-known popular folk song. The final 15 minutes of class brings all the students and instruments together to play as a group.

Saturday Family Jam: 10:30 a.m.to noon starts March 14. Free for students and a $5 suggested donation for adults. Come with family and friends to practice what you learned!  All levels welcome.

To learn more and to register visit www.caffelena.org/events-calendar/music-school

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