What ages are Creative Keyboard classes for?

Creative Keyboards is designed for children ages 5–10, with levels that progress from parent‑supported beginner classes to independent learning.

Where are Creative Keyboards classes held?

Music Works has a keyboard studio with 9 high quality Yamaha Clavinova keyboards arranged in a classroom configuration. Its a setup that's specifically designed as a fun and effective shared keyboard skills development environment.

Are group classes good preparation for private lessons?

Yes — group music classes are an excellent first step before private lessons. Students gain the foundational skills needed to transition smoothly into one‑on‑one instruction.

What makes a homeschool group class (keyboards, guitar, etc.) different than any other group classes?

Scheduling, mainly. Our homeschool classes are scheduled to fit into full or hybrid homeschool learning schedules. Beyond that, our homeschool students receive the same educational and musical content as any other of our group classes.

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Electronic Music Classes

Electronic music production classes at Music Works Northwest in Bellevue give students instruction and hands-on experience in creating the beats, bass lines, chord progressions, grooves, and melodies that are the foundation of modern popular electronic music. Our faculty have years of professional experience with state-of-the-art electronic music software, hardware, and production techniques

"I learned technique for using drumsticks. I also learned how to hold my stick and I learned how to do rolls. I learned that we don’t put our pinky on our drumstick." - Astrid, 7th grade

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Fall 2026

Instructor

Clark Grogan

Fall 2026

Electronic Music - Ableton Live Basics

September 30, 2026

December 16, 2026

10:00 AM

10:50 AM

Instructor

Clark Grogan

Ages:

12-16

$350.00

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Explore the world of electronic music production! Students will get hands-on with Ableton Live Lite software to create beats, bass lines, chord progressions, and melody used in modern music production. In addition to music composition foundations, we will share some modern tips and tricks for production and performance.

Music Works Northwest Music Technology Lab provides computer workstations, keyboard controllers, and software. Participants will be required to purchase an Akai APC Key 25/Ableton Live Lite Package at a cost of $99.00. Some home assignments will be required.

Class Category: Electronic-Music

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