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Eclectic Music Classes

Engaging. Entertaining.

Totally Eclectic.

THE ECLECTIC MUSICIANS’ CLUB

SATURDAYS @ 10 am

There are roughly a jillion different band camps, workshops, and jam sessions in metro Atlanta. Some go nuts with the extras (fancy 8 x 10 photo of your band, light show, etc.). While that can be really exciting, is it really the spirit of making your own band? To have everything planned out for you by grownups?

So, we won't choose all the songs for you. We won't tab everything out for you. We'll match you up with other players of your age and ability level, and we'll mentor you all to make it work with the instruments and skills you've got (which is how it works in real life).

Along the way, you'll be guided by some of Eclectic Music’s best instructors, who specialize in playing in bands, songwriting, production and more. With your band mates, you’ll learn to communicate and collaborate as musicians. Everything you've learned in your private lessons will be useful here, but with the group, you’ll be ready to take your music to the next level.


for students grades 4-6th

Grade 7-12th? Join the band as a jr. Class leader… check that out here!

SATURDAYS 10:00A-12:00P

Enroll by the semester, or enroll for both semesters to reserve your spot for the year and grab a sweet deal!

Fall Semester: 13 weeks

September 7 - December 7 , 2024

NO CLASS THANKSGIVING WEEK: NOV 30th

Spring Semester: 15 weeks

February 1 - May 10 , 2025

NO CLASS ON SPRING BREAK: APRIL 12th

ECLECTIC MUSICIANS’ CLUB IS OPEN TO STUDENTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN PRIVATE LESSONS. ANY AND ALL INSTRUMENTS ARE CONSIDERED!

In EMC, you will also learn:

  • Contemporary hits and what makes them great.

  • Timeless songs by artists of the sixties, seventies, eighties, and nineties and today, and what made them so influential.

  • Prompts, games, and tricks that will help you and your band mates get comfortable getting creative together.

  • How to adapt your instrument to the sound of the group - finding your own sonic space.

  • The three chords that you should try first when you're figuring out a song - plus the four chords that give modern music its distinctive sound.

  • How to figure out what key a song is in.

  • Scales, simplified - just what you need to get started.

  • Cues and tricks that will help you all start and end together, or even make changes to the music as it's happening.

  • Riffs, improvisations, licks, and patterns that will sound good right away - and how to create your own.

This ensemble is for existing Eclectic Music students or students enrolled in private lessons elsewhere, grades 4-6.

FINAL PERFORMANCES: Winterfest (Dec 14) + Porchfest (May 17) in Virginia-Highland

REHEARSAL LOCATION: Our Virginia-Highland Studio 1187 Virginia Ave NE, ATLANTA, GA 30306.

 The cost of enrollment is lower for current lesson students of Eclectic Music, although students who take private lessons elsewhere are also eligible. Enrollment is exclusive and space is extremely limited. Payment plans available - reach out to the office!

Curious?

Reach out to the office team to learn more!

404-537-1382

SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS

specialized clinics FOR young MUSICIANS

Ready to take you musicianship to the next level? Join us to master all the elements that we don’t get to dive deep into in the lesson room. Each session was developed with our students dreams and needs in mind. Have an idea for a future session? Let us know here!

Next session: Performance Workshop

FRIDAY, FEB 21 9AM - 3PM

Red Light Cafe, 553-1 Amsterdam Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

Students will work on a piece of their choosing and receive personalized coaching on how to bring it to life with energy, authenticity, and style.

Featuring:

  • Stage Presence: Master the art of owning the stage. Learn how to engage your audience and project confidence.

  • Vocal & Instrumental Performance: Focus on refining your sound, improving your technique, and ensuring that your performance is both technically sharp and emotionally resonant.

  • Connecting with the Audience: Learn how to make every performance feel intimate and personal.

  • Refining Your Piece: Bring a song or a composition of your choice to the workshop and receive tailored coaching to help you refine and elevate your performance.

  • Confidence & Overcoming Performance Anxiety: Build mental resilience and overcome nerves, so you can shine on stage no matter the setting.

Curious?

Reach out to the office team to learn more!

404-537-1382

Tuition and Enrollment

  • Tuition is due at the time of enrollment.

  • Tuition cannot be refunded for a class missed by a student, and makeups cannot be guaranteed. Given advance notice, a makeup may be offered subject to availability.

  • If a class you'd like to sign up for is full, contact us and we can put you on a waiting list for the next cycle. Registration for each cycle opens three weeks before the first class.

Details & Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Group Classes?

Classes may take place at our studio in Virginia-Highland. Details will be on each class web page, or you can reach out directly to us to confirm.

How early can I ARRIVE? How late can I LEAVE?

Students of classes may arrive up to 10 minutes prior to the arranged start time. Students are required to make arrangements to be picked up promptly at the pre-arranged end time.

What to bring?

We always recommend, a pen or pencil, writing utensils, a nut-free snack, and a refillable water bottle. Younger children may want to bring an extra change of clothes in case of an accident.

Where do I park?

Free street parking is available!

Who are your PROGRAM leaders? What is the ratio of TEACHERs to STUDENTS?

Our program leaders are professional musicians and educators who have plenty of experience, not only playing, and teaching one on one, but also in group settings. Generally, the ratio of adults to children is no more than 1:8, not including any additional program staff and assistants.

Do I need to buy an instrument in order to participate?

If you have something to play, bring it along! Otherwise we often have instruments available for all our students.

I WANT to attend but haVE no experience/some experience/a lot of experience. Will it still be fun?

Yes! Our programs are set up to accommodate a variety of different experience levels. No matter musical history, classes are set up so students are sure to learn new things and have a great time. Our teachers and leaders are experts at building on a strength and incorporating a wide range of skills into class settings. When you sign up, you will have the opportunity to tell us all about unique skill set and interests. We will keep these interests in mind wherever possible.

Other Information

Eclectic Music's programs are not licensed by the state of Georgia and are exempt from being licensed by the same. Exemption granted with Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, 404-656-5957, http://decal.ga.gov/

Eclectic Music programs carry liability insurance, however all Eclectic Music programs and its staff are held harmless from all liabilities. In the event of an accident, injury, or sickness, guardians accept all financial responsibility for any and all medical attention necessary to be administered to child(ren) they have enrolled in programming.

We regret that we cannot offer tours of our facility before programming begins.