Group Lessons

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BEGINNING GROUP UKULELE- Tuesdays at 8:00

Ages 16-Adult
Tuesdays at 8:00- At Music on the Hill
September Session will begin on 9/12 and runs for 6 consecutive weeks
Cost- $200
Ukulele has risen in popularity over the last few years, and it’s easy to see why. This instrument is compact, bouncy and easy to play. But don’t let the initial simplicity fool you: this instrument can be taken to very exciting musical places. Ukulele teacher Lindy creates a laid back environment in which to get started. You will learn chords and strumming patterns to popular songs. Come see what all the fuss is about!
Need a Ukulele? Rent one from us for $50.

BEGINNING GROUP GUITAR- Mondays at 8:00

Ages 16-Adult
Mondays at 8:00- At Music on the Hill
September Session will begin on 9/11 and run for 6 consecutive weeks
Cost- $200
A fun and low pressure environment is the best way to get started on the guitar. Nick Wilby will help you jump-start your playing while helping you avoid the common pitfalls that “internet education” can lead to. Students will learn chords and strumming patterns to popular songs and basic guitar theory, so you’ll be well positioned to keep growing as a musician once the class is over.
Need a Guitar? Rent one from us for $50.

BEGINNING GROUP Banjo- Wednesdays at 8:00

Ages 16-Adult
Wednesdays at 8:00- At Music on the Hill
March Session will begin on 9/13 and run for 6 consecutive weeks
Cost- $200
Banjo is quickly growing in popularity, and it’s no surprise that more people are discovering this essential American instrument every day. Music on the Hill teacher, Aaron will introduce students to the two most common styles of playing the banjo- Claw Hammer and Bluegrass Style finger rolls. This fun, informative class is exactly the right way to get started!
Need a Banjo? Rent one from us for $50.
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BEGINNING GROUP Mandolin- Mondays at 8:00

Ages 16-Adult
Mondays at 8:00- At Music on the Hill
February session will begin on 1/31 and run for 6 consecutive weeks
Next Group Class- TBA
Cost- $200

One of the most beloved instruments in Irish and Bluegrass music, Aaron  will help you jump-start your playing while having fun. Students will learn basic chord shapes and simple melodies, so you’ll be well positioned to keep growing as a musician once the class concludes.

Need a Mandolin? Rent one from us for $50.

 

 

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Summer Camps

SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE

  • Registration is open now for Music on the Hill Camps, Summer 2023!

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS

CLASSICAL KIDS
The fun way to introduce your child to classical music! Master musicians Chelsea Wright and Hannah Grey will lead a camp that is as fun as it is educational. Students will participate in daily piano or violin group lessons and come together to sing, play games, and learn about notes, instruments, and composers. This unique camp will open a new world to your child.
 
ROCK BAND
The coolest camp on The Hill! Students will form a real rock band, pick a band name, choose songs to learn and perform a gig Friday at the end of camp. Gigging musicians Knox Engelman and Ben Tufts will spend a week guiding students through every start and stop. ALL instruments are welcome (yes, even the violin, clarinet and accordion). ALL levels welcome- absolute beginners can try their hand at guitar, bass, and singing.
Piano and Violin Camps
Based on the Classical Kids curriculums- piano and violin camps will focus on the single instrument. Students will have a daily group instrumental lesson, composer of the day, crafts, singing and having a great time!
String Ensemble Camp
String instructor Hannah Grey will direct students in forming a string ensemble for a week, learning to play together and having a great time! Violin, viola, cello and double bass students welcome! Students must have completed Suzuki Book 2 (or equivalent) to be eligible for this camp. Please reach out to the front desk if you have any questions

BASIC CAMP INFORMATION

All Music on the Hill summer camp programs are held Monday-Friday, between the hours of 9:00 and 3:00.

The cost of all camps are $450

A campers space is reserved only when the non-refundable $100 deposit has been paid in full.

Music on the Hill will be requiring proof of full vaccination for all students attending MOTH camps this summer.  All Music on the Hill staff, camp teachers, and assistants will be fully vaccinated.

Students will participate in thematic camp programming as well as spend time each day on fun, general camp activities. Campers range from 6 years old to 16, depending on the camp. There will be outside time each day (weather permitting). Parents will receive an itinerary on their child’s first day of camp.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Contact Music on the Hill– You can e-mail us at info@musiconthehilldc.com or fill out the lesson registration request form. Music on the Hill will get back to you via phone as soon as possible

Step 1– Call or stop by Music on the Hill to register your child. We will take you contact and payment information and charge the $100 non-refundable deposit. At this point your child’s spot is fully reserved.

Step 2– Fill out the registration paperwork, due June 1. Music on the Hill will email you the attachment, or you can fill it out in at the store. If Music on the Hill does not have the registration by the deadline your child will forfeit their spot in the camp and you will loose the deposit. If you are registering for a camp after June 1st Music on the Hill will communicate with your to make sure the paperwork is filled out on time.

CAMP POLICIES

All Music on the Hill programs are held Monday-Friday, between the hours of 9:00 and 3:00.

A student is fully registered when a parent or guardian provides Music on the Hill with basic contact information and pays a non-refundable $100 registration fee. All of this can be done over the phone or in person. This is due June 1st or you will risk losing your child’s spot in the camp and your $100 deposit. Registrations after June 1st are welcome- Lindy will work with the individual families to make sure everything is done on time. There will be an additional $250 cancellation fee per child charged for any and all cancellations done less than 30 days before the first day of camp.

Students will participate in specific camp programming as well as spend time each day on some “fun, general camp” activities. There will be outside time each day (weather permitting), from free time at a playground to organized camp games like kickball. We do not schedule nap time in any of our camps. Parents will receive additional information on their child’s first day of camp.

Parents need to provide a packed lunch for their child daily. Music on the Hill will provide two snacks a day, but you are welcome to bring your own from home.

All campers will be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination to attend camp.

EARLY DROP-OFF.

Music on the Hill’s Early Drop-Off will run from 8:30-9:00. The cost will be $15 per day, or $50 for Mon-Friday.

AFTERCARE

We are happy to be partnering with Labyrinth Game Store for aftercare. To register for aftercare, please click here