Classes and Ensembles
FALL 2025
Saturday's 9:15 - 10:00 am, October 4, 2025 - December 20, 2025 (No class November 29 & December 6, 2025) Ages: 0-2 years Instructor: Velia Saldivar For the littlest music lovers and their parents, this warm and playful class blends familiar songs, fingerplays, and sensory experiences with activities that nurture caregiver-infant bonding. Gentle movement songs support early motor skills and body awareness, while simple musical concepts like beat and pitch are introduced in a fun, accessible way. Each week, new memories will be made as you discover ways to bring music into your home. Tuition: Option 1: $350.00 | Full Price Option 2: $200.00 | Reduced Price: Families may choose a lower price point if the cost of the class creates a financial barrier Option 3: $475.00 | Pay It Forward Price: Help sponsor another student with your $125 scholarship donation. Please contact registration@musicworksnw.org if you would like to pay at a different level than the above options
Wednesdays 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm, October 1, 2025 - January 28, 2026 (no Class on November 27, December 25, 2025, or January 1, 2026) Ages: 5-9 Instructor: Rob Frain Join us for a piano group class at Music Works! This group class will introduce piano technique, note reading and musical concepts. All skill levels are welcome! Children attend with their parents or caregiver learning, alongside them. (Adult attendance required) Tuition: $450
Thursdays 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm, October 2, 2025 - January 29, 2026 (no Class on November 27, December 25, 2025, or January 1, 2026) Ages: 6-10 Instructor: Rob Frain Join us for a continuation of Creative Keyboards. This group piano class will build on the piano technique, note reading and musical concepts taught in Creative Keyboards 1. If you have completed Creative Keyboards 1, have a background in piano, or have the teacher’s permission – join us for the next level of fun. Children attend with their parents or caregiver learning, alongside them. (Adult attendance required) Tuition: $450 Room: Piano Lab
Thursdays 5:30-6:15 pm, October 2- January 29 (no Class on November 27, December 25, 2025, or January 1, 2026) Ages: 7-11 Instructor: Rob Frain Join us in Creative Keyboards 3 and continue building a strong musical foundation while encouraging ensemble playing and musical expression. Creative Keyboards 3 provides a balanced mix of structure, creativity and fun all while learning to play the piano! If you have completed Creative Keyboards 2, have a background in piano, or have the teacher’s permission- join us for Creative Keyboards 3! Children attend with their parents or caregiver learning, alongside them. (Adult attendance required) Tuition: $450 Room: Recital Hall
Mondays 7:30-8:50pm, 8/11/2025 - 10/20/2025 Ages: 16+ Instructor: Fred Hoadley Fred Hoadley has been and is currently a leading performer and authority on Afro-Cuban music in the northwest for 20 plus years. For decades, African-inspired Cuban music has influenced the world of Jazz with its infectious rhythms and beautiful melodies. Students will be able to work on improvisation through Afro-Cuban arrangements. New students to the Afro Cuban Combo must arrange to meet with the instructor to assess whether the ensemble is a good fit or not. Tuition: $430
Saturdays 10:15 - 11:00 am, October 4, 2025 - December 20, 2025 (No class November 29 & December 6, 2025) Ages: 2-4 Instructor: Velia Saldivar For active, curious toddlers ready for the next step, this dynamic class expands on early music experiences with more complex songs, movement sequences, and hands-on instrument play. Children explore rhythm, pitch, and dynamics through playful activities that spark creativity, develop coordination, and strengthen listening skills. Caregivers leave with fresh ideas for making music at home and an understanding of how these experiences support their child’s growing independence and development. Tuition: Option 1: $350.00 | Full Price Option 2: $200.00 | Reduced Price: Families may choose a lower price point if the cost of the class creates a financial barrier Option 3: $475.00 | Pay It Forward Price: Help sponsor another student with your $125 scholarship donation. Please contact registration@musicworksnw.org if you would like to pay at a different level than the above options Room: Community Room
Tuesdays 6:00-6:50pm, 10/21/2025 - 12/16/2025 (no Class on November 25) Ages: 12+ Instructor: Andy Zadrozny Learn practice techniques and play cooperative games for understanding basic music theory and developing a musical ear. No reading ability required, all instruments welcome! Tuition: $360
Tuesdays 2:00-3:00pm, 10/7/2025 - 12/16/2025 Ages: 5-16 Instructor: Aimee Beauchemin Join us for a 10-week session to get started playing guitar! We will learn about strumming patterns, reading tablature and chord diagrams, and play some songs together! You can borrow a guitar to use during this class. Tuition: $300