In-Studio and Online Private Lessons, Classes & Seminars
Lessons & Classes for All Ages
Private Lessons
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, seeking traditional or experimental approaches, we cater to all levels and styles. Our comprehensive range of in-studio and online lessons covers guitar, lap steel guitar, bass, banjo, ukulele, drums, piano, mandolin, violin, viola, cello, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, trombone, baritone, french horn, harmonica, voice, music theory, and songwriting. With lessons available seven days a week, there's something that fits everyone's schedule.
Age: 4 Years - Up
Date/Time: Weekly, Scheduled
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars or Online
Tuition: $35 (Per 30-Minute Lesson & $70 Per 60-Minute Lesson)
Private Lessons for Two Students
If you and a friend, partner, spouse, parent, or grandparent share a passion for music and play the same instrument at a similar skill level, why not embark on your musical journey together? Private Lessons for Two provide tailored instruction with a focus on both of you, all at a discounted tuition rate. These weekly sessions are offered for most instruments. (Students are required to bring their own instruments, or they can be purchased at Twin Town Guitars.)
Age: 4 Years - Up
Date/Time: Weekly, Scheduled the Same as Private Lessons
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars or Online
Tuition: $25 Per Student (Per 30-Minute Lesson)
Private Lesson Sampler Session
Feeling uncertain about where to start? Our Private Lesson Sampler Session features two lessons each for bass, drums, guitar, and keyboard. No need to own these instruments to participate! Upon completion, we'll offer personalized recommendations and guide you towards continuing lessons with your preferred instrument.
Age: 5 Years - Up
Date/Time: Weekly, Scheduled the Same as Private Lessons
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $280 (Eight, 30-Minute, Weekly Lessons)
Classes for Youth & Teen Students
U is for Ukulele
Embark on a six-week journey where both you and your child can explore the joy and simplicity of playing the ukulele together. No prior musical experience is necessary—all you need is your ukulele and your enthusiasm! Conclude the class with a heartwarming performance at the Uptown VFW, showcasing the newfound skills and bond you've developed. (Ukuleles are available for purchase at Twin Town Guitars starting at $45.)
Age: 4 to 6 Years (Pre-K through Kindergarten)
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 24, 2024, 6pm-7pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Carrie Bell
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 Per Adult/Child Pair (Six Group Lessons)
Percussion Playground - A Drum Group for Beginners
Join our group for a six-week percussion exploration designed for aspiring drummers! Beginner students learn about playing rhythm using foundational drumming techniques on a diverse array of instruments, from unconventional buckets and tubs to more traditional auxiliary percussion instruments! This class includes drumsticks, a custom band t-shirt, and an exciting opportunity to showcase your new skills with a live performance at the Uptown VFW!
Age: 6 to 10 Years
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 24, 2024, 6pm-7pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Ben Johnston
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 Per Student (Sticks & Six Group Lessons)
Youth Band
Students step into the spotlight as they are guided through the essential skills for stage performance. Collaboratively, they craft a unique band identity, rehearse multiple songs, experiment with various instruments, and immerse themselves in the joy of music-making. Concluding this exciting eight-week session is a thrilling live performance at the Uptown VFW!
Age: 8 to 12 Years
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 10, 2024, from 5pm-6pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Alec Tonjes
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $250 (Eight Band Rehearsals)
Bridge Band
If you're eager to take your musical journey beyond Youth Band, this class is tailor-made for you. Join us for eight weeks of rocking rehearsals, skill building, and song study that culminates in an exhilarating live stage performance at the Uptown VFW!
Age: 11 to 13 Years
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 10, 2024, from 6pm-7pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Alec Tonjes
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $250 (Eight Band Rehearsals)
Teen Band
Grab your instrument and unleash your inner rock star! Hone your playing and stage performance skills simultaneously in this dynamic eight-week band class. Conclude with a thrilling live performance at the Uptown VFW!
Age: 13 to 16 Years
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 10, 2024, from 7pm-8pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Alec Tonjes
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $250 (Eight Band Rehearsals)
Girl Powered Youth Band
Explore new instruments, craft a band name, rehearse several songs, and master the essential stage performance skills to rock! Cap off the experience with an electrifying live performance at the Uptown VFW. This eight-week session is open to all female and gender expansive students.
Age: 8 to 12 Years
Date/Time: Wednesdays, September 11, 2024, 5pm-6pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Kat Hansberry
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $250 (Eight Band Rehearsals)
Summer Band Camps for Youth & Teen Students
Youth, Teen & Girl Powered Summer Band Camps
At our summer camps, students refine their talents through collaborative group work. Each day features targeted lessons covering microphone techniques, vocal training, improvisation, stage presence, and songwriting. Students also have the opportunity to choose a band name, practice multiple songs, and record their music before taking the stage for an exhilarating live performance!
Youth Band Camps June & August
Ages: 8 to 12 Years
Youth Camp June Date/Time: June 17 to June 21, 2024, Monday-Friday, 9am-Noon, Showcase Friday, 21, 2024
Youth Camp August Date/Time: August 5 to August 9, 2024, Monday-Friday, 9am-Noon, Showcase Saturday, August 10, 2024
Instructor: Alec Tonjes
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $400 (Five Band Rehearsals, T-Shirt & Show)
Teen Band Camps June & August
Ages: 13 to 17 Years
Teen Camp June Date/Time: June 17 to June 21, 2024, Monday-Friday, 1pm-4pm, Showcase Friday, June 21, 2024 - DRUMS & BASS FILLED
Teen Camp August Date/Time: August 5 to August 9, 2024, Monday-Friday, 1pm-4pm, Showcase Saturday, August 10, 2024 - DRUMS & BASS FILLED
Instructor: Alec Tonjes
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $400 (Five Band Rehearsals, T-Shirt & Show)
Girl Powered Youth Band Camps June & August
All female and gender expansive students are welcome!
Ages: 8 to 12 Years
Youth Camp June Date/Time: June 17 to June 21, 2024, Monday-Friday, 9am-Noon, Showcase Friday, June 21, 2024
Youth Camp August Date/Time: August 5 to August 9, 2024, Monday-Friday, 9am-Noon, Showcase Saturday, August 10, 2024
Instructor: Kat Hansberry
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $400 (Five Band Rehearsals, T-Shirt & Show)
Girl Powered Teen Band Camps June & August
All female and gender expansive students are welcome!
Ages: 13 to 17 Years
Teen Camp June Date/Time: June 17 to June 21, 2024, Monday-Friday, 1pm-4pm, Showcase Friday, June 21, 2024
Teen Camp August Date/Time: August 5 to August 9, 2024, Monday-Friday, 1pm-4pm, Showcase Saturday, August 10, 2024
Instructor: Kat Hansberry
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $400 (Five Band Rehearsals, T-Shirt & Show)
Classes for Teen & Adult Students
Beginning Group Guitar for Teens & Adults
If you're brand new to the guitar or have some experience from years past, our six-week class is tailored just for you. Group Guitar for Beginners begins at the very beginning, covering everything from naming the parts of the guitar to proper care and technique development. Dive into learning simple melodies, basic chords, and a few introductory songs. If mastering the guitar is on your bucket list, this is the perfect place to begin your musical journey!
Age: Teen & Adult
Date/Time: Mondays, September 23rd, 2024, 8pm-9pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Will Scott
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 (Six Group Classes)
Fingerstyle Group Guitar for Teens & Adults
Embark on a six-week exploration spanning various artists, techniques, and styles in our dynamic class. Discover the nuances of acoustic blues guitar, delve into Travis picking, explore fingerstyle looping, and master percussive fingerstyle techniques. Plus, for those eager to showcase their skills, a performance at a local venue is also included for interested students.
Age: Teen & Adult
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 24th, 2024, 8pm-9pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Will Scott
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 (Six Classes)
Music Theory for Teens & Adults
This six week beginner-level music theory course provides a comprehensive foundation for understanding intervals, triads, and scales, fundamental concepts that form the backbone of music composition and analysis. Designed for aspiring musicians, composers, and music enthusiasts, the course offers a structured approach to grasp these essential elements of music theory.
Age: Teen & Adult
Date/Time: Wednesdays, September 25th, 2024, 8pm-9pm
Instructor: Will Scott
Location: In-Studio Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 (Six Group Classes)
Build Your Own Fuzz Pedal
Get an in-depth look into the wild world of fuzz! This pedal is based on classic designs from the 1960's like the Colorsound Fuzz, Vox Tonebender and Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face, but made even better with modern True Bypass Switching, power jack and an LED. And, know for certain, that before you leave this workshop, you will own an amazing fuzz pedal that you built with your own, two, hands! (No experience required, and space is limited to 5 participants.)
Age: Teen & Adult
Fall Class Date/Time: Saturday, May 11, 2024, Noon-5pm
Instructor: Kris Johnson
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $225 (Includes All Supplies)
Classes for Adult Students
Adult Jam
Join forces with fellow musicians and create your own band! Together, students rehearse a diverse set list spanning from indie to classic rock to country. Cap off six weeks of hard work with an electrifying live stage performance at the Uptown VFW!
Age: Adult
Date/Time: Mondays, September 23, 2024, 8pm-10pm, Showcase November 2nd
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 24, 2024, 8pm-10pm, Showcase November 2nd - BASS & PIANO FILLED
Instructor: Alec Tonjes
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $285 (Six Band Rehearsals)
Jazz Combo for Adults
Master the language of jazz, delve into the art of improvisation, and groove through a repertoire of classic jazz standards in a nurturing and dynamic environment. Whether you play brass, woodwind, percussion, bass, guitar, or piano, all are invited! Conclude this enriching six-week journey with a captivating performance at the Uptown VFW.
Age: Adult
Date/Time: Sundays, September 22, 2024, 4pm-6pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Colin Monette
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $285 (Six Band Rehearsals)
Play-Along Group Guitar
Enjoy the freedom to strum at your own rhythm in this class designed for advanced-beginner to intermediate level students. Whether you prefer to take it easy or dive deeper into your practice, the pace is entirely up to you, tailored to your comfort level.
Age: Adult
Date/Time: Wednesdays, September 25, 2024, 7pm-8pm
Instructor: Lila Karash
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 (Six Group Lessons)
Beginning Ukulele
If you're just starting out with the ukulele, begin by mastering the basics of caring for and tuning your instrument. Then, progress by learning new chords and exploring several songs. Wrap up your musical journey with a thrilling live performance at the Uptown VFW! (No prior musical experience necessary, and ukuleles are conveniently available for purchase both online and at Twin Town Guitars.)
Age: Adult
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 24, 2024, 7pm-8pm, Showcase November 2nd
Instructor: Carrie Bell
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $150 (Six Group Lessons)
Songwriting (Online)
Dive into this comprehensive online course offering a roadmap to basic song structures, essential techniques to unleash your creativity, personalized support and feedback, and collaborative writing exercises. By the end of this four-week journey, you'll emerge equipped with the tools to further cultivate your songwriting craft.
Age: Adult
Date/Time: April 22, 2024, Mondays, 8pm-9pm
Location: Online
Instructor: Ryan Smith
Tuition: $100 (Four Classes)
"It's Now Or Never" Program
If you regret not picking up that guitar gathering dust in the corner, or long to revive your piano skills from childhood, then this class is tailored just for you. The program consists of four engaging lessons and provides a loaner instrument. Plus, at the program's conclusion, our instructors will guide you seamlessly into further lessons. (Based on availability, loaner instruments include guitar, bass, keyboard, drum pad, and banjo.)
Age: Adult
Date/Time: Weekly, Scheduled the Same as Private Lessons
Location: In-Studio at Twin Town Guitars
Tuition: $140 (Four, 30-Minute, Weekly Lessons)