Students entering grades 9-12 in the fall 2024 who want to audition for the KV and/or all state festival will prepare the Italian Aria and Madrigal under the guidance of Music Educator Josh Lund.

Two separate class times are offered. Students will indicate upon registration which class time is appropriate for them. 

• Sopranos and Tenors: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
• Altos and Basses: 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Both classes will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 14-15 years old: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

Highly energetic and athletic fun with drums and Japanese culture! Drums and drumsticks will be provided for classes. Optional extra $10 fee to buy your own drumsticks payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Limit 10 students. No experience necessary. For ages 11 and up.  

Class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

Pre-requisite to sign up for class: 3 years of experience playing and performing bar chords. Students who are 15 and under must have a parent/guardian remain on-site during the class. There will be no class on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org to apply. 

Develop essential musical skills through ear-training, theory, and basic composition exercises in this 6-session course. Improve pitch recognition, rhythmic dictation, and sight-singing abilities. Study harmonic progressions and melodic construction. Apply concepts by creating simple musical compositions. Perfect for musicians seeking to strengthen fundamentals. This class is geared for students aged 14 and above. 

This class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

Explore a variety of genres and techniques in this ensemble for ukulele players with prior experience. Students who have taken Beginner Ukulele or private lessons with Jo Hampton are recommended for this ensemble, as well as any ukulele players with a beginner's understanding of simple chords (C, F, Am, G). Students will explore a variety of chord progressions for popular music, fingerstyle melodies, and improvisation, and strengthen a variety of techniques. Limit 10 students.

This class meets weekly on Wednesdays for 6 sessions. There is no class session on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

Gather with Wendy to learn woodwind chamber music, chamber music is fun and helps to develop ensemble skills, musical sensitivity, and a deeper understanding of performance. All levels are welcome!

This class meets weekly on Wednesdays for 6 sessions. There is no class session on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

If you live in or visit Maine you have probably already heard that one of the biggest threats to keeping our state's water bodies clean and clear is the invasive species Variable Leaf Milfoil. The Friends of Messalonskee Watershed have been hard at work for many years keeping the Messalonskee Lake in Belgrade, Oakland, & Sidney, clean and clear for all to enjoy. This summer their expert on milfoil removal, Danielle Boutin, is offering a 3-hour workshop on how to properly hand pull and dispose of it. You too can make a difference! Join her in August and check out the Friends web page at www.friendsofmessalonskee.com. Students will sent a short supply list and release form before the class begins. Rain date will be determined. Must be at least 17 to register. Limit 10 students.

***EARLY BIRD SPECIAL RATE*** Those who register before June 5 can receive $20 off their registration cost! Use Promo Code: ELMCITY24 at checkout. Those who register early will have first choice of lesson time slots! 

Elevate your musical proficiency with precision and passion with instruction from Maho Hisakawa. Tailored to all levels, Maho focus on technique, theory, and your unique goals. 

An Elm City Community Music representative will contact you after you have registered to schedule you for your specific lesson time with Maho between 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Please ensure you use current and accurate contact information when registering. Lessons are limited to students 8 years old and up. 

Lessons will meet for 4 sessions. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Choose the type of lesson that is the best fit for you:

• 30-minute private lesson: $135 per student
• 60-minute semi-private lesson (2-3 students at a similar skill level): $195 per student
• 60-minute private lesson: $255 per student.

Registration for the summer session will close on Friday, July 5, to give time for Elm City to set up all lesson times and contact learners before July 10. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.