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Children's Classes & Workshops

Mountain Dulcimer - Private Lessons - MARCH - Kids & Teens - 30 Min.

$122

with Roxanne McDaniel

Calendar Mar 3, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

Ages 7 - 17

These 30-minute private lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking to learn the dulcimer or expand upon what they already know. Students will learn the basics of the dulcimer, as well as more advanced techniques tailored to everyone's needs. The material covered will explore playing melodies and chords, using different tunings, and techniques to further develop playing.

Students will need to supply their own dulcimer, strings, and picks.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. 

Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of March 3, 10, 17, 24.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Glass Fusion - Cat Dish

$81

with Karen Hitchcock

Calendar Mar 4, 2025 at 6 pm

Grade 9 - Adult

Your cat deserves a dish of its own!! Everything you will need is included in this two-hour glass fusion workshop. Each student will make a one-of-a- kind dish for their beloved fur baby!  All materials are included and fired projects will be available two weeks after class.

 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, March 4.

Fireside Foot Stool

$40

with Carolyn Lowe

Calendar Mar 10, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

4th Grade - Adult

Instructor Carolyn Lowe will be sharing old skills with new friends in this four-hour workshop as well as discussing the history of the foot stool and talking about the materials used for the project.  Specifically for beginners, students will learn basic weaving skills such as how to follow a pattern.  Students will be using natural and colored reed which will make a lovely traditional pattern.  All materials are provided.  This foot stool will be a great keepsake or gift.  Instructor Carolyn Lowe would like to invite participants to come individually or with a young person (4th - 12th grade) to learn this traditional art form together in hopes of passing on this artform.  If coming with another person, you will work on your project together.

*  This class is sponsored by the Berea College Appalachian Fund, Folk Arts & Cultures Initiative Grant.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Mondays, March 10, 17.

Full Course

Clay - Flower Bells Garden Art Series

$100

with Kara Bledsoe

Calendar Mar 20, 2025 at 10:30 am, runs for 3 weeks

8th Grade - Adult

Come create a beautiful organic bell-shaped flower that is meant to be displayed in your garden area on a shepherd's hook.  We will use hand building techniques and decorate with vibrant colors.  All materials and firings will be included.  Your beautiful creations will be ready for your home by Easter.  Take all 3 Garden Art classes to create a series of works to display together. 

 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thursdays, March 20, April 3, 10. No class March 27.

Acoustic Guitar - Private Lessons - APRIL - All Ages - 60 Min.

$232

with Jonathan Edens

Calendar Mar 30, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

All Ages

These 60-minute private lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking for an easy-going, fun environment. Students will learn basic terminology and foundational aspects of playing chords and melodies on guitar. Class is less theory and more practical application but can also be adapted to the needs and wants of each student. Students will need to supply their own guitar, strings, and picks.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month.  Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of March 31, April 7, 14, 21.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Acoustic Guitar - Private Lessons - APRIL - Kids & Teens - 30 minutes

$122

with Jonathan Edens

Calendar Mar 30, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

Ages 7 - 17

These 30-minute private lessons are for all levels of skill.  Students will learn basic terminology and foundational aspects of playing chords and melodies on the guitar. Class is less theory and more practical application but can also be adapted to the needs and wants of each student. Students will need to supply their own guitar, strings, and picks.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

If you prefer a one-hour lesson, please sign up for that option instead.

Weeks of March 31, April 7, 14, 21.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Vocal Lessons - Private Lessons - APRIL - Kids & Teens - 30 minutes

$122

with Jonathan Edens

Calendar Mar 30, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

Ages 7 - 17

Sing with confidence. Students will learn proper vocal techniques. There will be a focus on the four basic principles of singing: breath support, relaxed vocal cords, diction, and ear training.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

If you prefer a one-hour lesson, please sign up for that option instead.

Weeks of March 31, April 7, 14, 21.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

 

Celtic/Old-Time Fiddle - Private Lessons - APRIL - All Ages - 60 Min.

$232

with Rheva Myhre

Calendar Mar 31, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

All Ages

These 60-minute private lessons are for individuals of any skill level who are looking to learn, build upon, or get reacquainted with the basics of old time, Scottish, or Irish fiddle music. We will also explore more advanced techniques as we work through tunes tailored to everyone’s needs.

Students will need to bring their own fiddle, bow, and rosin. A folder, pencil, and recording device are recommended as well.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month.

Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or makeup for missed lessons.

Weeks of March 31, April 7, 14, 21.

Schedule your class between 8am-5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.





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