Instrumental Group Classes
Fall 2024 at West Town
During the 2024-25 school year, ChiME is offering two types of group instruction on instruments: Guitar Group Classes and Suzuki Violin Group Classes
Guitar Group Classes
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Want to learn the guitar but don't have time or interest in intense private lessons? Start out in a group class and see if you like it! Find the joy of music-making learning beginning guitar in a group setting, without the pressure of one-on-one instruction.
This is a new program at ChiME
Be part of the excitement and enroll for the very first run of these classes! |
Currently ChiME is offering two group classes for beginning guitarists: Beginning Guitar for Teens Beginning Guitar for Adults |
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Beginning Guitar for Teens
Classes will meet on Mondays Stay tuned for more details - coming soon! |
When is the next session?
This class will run from September 9 through November 18. Where do classes take place?
This class takes place in person at ChiME's West Town location at 1148 W. Chicago Ave. Can i enroll at any time?
It's best to attend all sessions. However, students who enroll the second week of class should be able to catch up with the material. After two weeks, it's better to wait for the next offered session. What will I learn in the class?
Students will learn the foundations of guitar in a group environment, where they will have the opportunity to hone their musical skills while also having fun. Our weekly groups provide a supportive, welcoming environment for beginners to learn together. Material covered will include open chords and simple riffs, reading tabs and lead sheets, and beginning strumming and finger-picking patterns. Students will learn how to play a few songs, chosen collaboratively by the teacher and students. What materials do i need for class?
Students should have an acoustic guitar - Guitar Center has some good options for purchase and for rent. Other materials include a guitar pick, a capo (both sold at music stores and online), and a binder for musical handouts. A guitar strap is optional. What will happen after the first SESSION?
ChiME is looking forward to building this new guitar group class program. When you are done with the first introductory level, we will offer another session for the next level up and continue to do that as long as there is interest. |
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Beginning Guitar for Adults
Classes will meet on Mondays Stay tuned for more details - coming soon! |
WHEN IS THE NEXT SESSION?
This class will run from November 2 through December 14. There will be no class on November 23 (Thanksgiving Day) WHERE DO CLASSES TAKE PLACE?
This class takes place in person at ChiME's West Town location at 1148 W. Chicago Ave. CAN I ENROLL AT ANY TIME?
Because the class is only 6 weeks long, it's best to attend all sessions. However, students who enroll the second week of class should be able to catch up with the material. After two weeks, it's better to wait for the next offered session. WHAT WILL I LEARN IN THE CLASS?
Students will learn the foundations of guitar in a group environment, where they will have the opportunity to hone their musical skills while also having fun. Our weekly groups provide a supportive, welcoming environment for beginners to learn together. Material covered will include open chords and simple riffs, reading tabs and lead sheets, and beginning strumming and finger-picking patterns. Students will learn how to play a few songs, chosen collaboratively by the teacher and students. WHAT MATERIALS DO I NEED FOR CLASS?
Students should have an acoustic guitar - Guitar Center has some good options for purchase and for rent. Other materials include a guitar pick, a capo (both sold at music stores and online), and a binder for musical handouts. A guitar strap is optional. WHAT WILL HAPPEN AFTER THE FIRST SESSION?
ChiME is looking forward to building this new guitar group class program. When you are done with the first introductory level, we will offer another session for the next level up and continue to do that as long as there is interest. |
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In weekly group classes, students develop musicianship, ensemble, and technical skills in a supportive group setting. 
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Suzuki Violin Group Classes
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Enhance your child's experience in Suzuki violin lessons: reinforce skills from private lessons and develop ensemble skills.
A weekly group class is required for Suzuki violin students. The class aims to integrate fundamental musicianship concepts into instrument study, providing a well-rounded musical education. It offers a wonderful opportunity to work and play with other students in a setting that develops the essential skills of listening, communication, and collaboration. The class prepares students for future orchestral and chamber music opportunities. It also teaches social skills and provides a strong community to students who might otherwise feel isolated in their daily practice on a solo instrument. Students are placed in groups by the private lesson teacher, according to level.
Note: Suzuki Violin Group Classes are an addition to private lessons. All students must be enrolled in private lessons.
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2024-25 Suzuki Group Class Schedule
2024-25 Suzuki Group Class Pricing
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who should enroll in these classes?
Students who are taking private lessons on violin are required to be enrolled in group class. If you want to be part of this class, you also need to register for private lessons. Can I enroll in suzuki group if I take private lessons elsewhere?
ChiME's mission is to provide access to great music experiences. Students taking lessons outside of ChiME are accepted into ChiME group classes if ChiME teaching artists determine it would be a good fit. We will review each case individually and always keep the student's best interest in mind. What do students learn in class?
The objectives of Suzuki Violin Group Classes are for students to:
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