Group Classes

Harp Ensemble

Explore traditional tunes and techniques on harp in a supportive setting.

Community Chorus at UVMC

We sing to build community and wellness, drawing on an eclectic variety of choral music to nourish, invigorate, empower, and connect.

Singing 101

If you have ever wished to be a better singer (or a singer at all!), this is the class for you.

Intro to Percussion

Welcome to the wonderful world of percussion! In this class students will have the opportunity to try a wide range of percussion instruments and learn basic techniques on each.

English Village Carols

Come explore a fantastic selection of seasonal carols from the UK!

Monday Night Fiddle

Advanced beginner and intermediate fiddlers are invited to learn tunes in a supportive group session.

Percussion Ensemble

Join Upper Valley Music Center's newest youth ensemble for percussion players!

Beginning Keyboard Skills

This class will give beginners the chance to learn basic keyboard skills, music theory, and technique in a small group.

Voice Performance Class

This engaging and supportive class allows adult students to hone their performance skills.

Group Piano

Join other adults who are studying piano to take your playing to the next level and build a community for piano.

Traditional Ensembles: Bal Folk

Jazz Improvisation 2: Melody and Phrasing

This course focuses on the concept of phrasing: how to “carve out a line” and create a cohesive, melodic statement.

Introduction to Jazz Improvisation

If you have ever wondered what it might be like to improvise on your instrument but are intimidated by the prospect of expressing yourself in a spontaneous setting, this course is for you!

Continuing Keyboard Skills

This section of keyboard skills will allow children to continue after the introductory level course.

Chamber Music for Singers

Enhance your musical skills, learn to actively listen and communicate with your fellow singers, and experience the joy of singing in a small chamber ensemble with other singers!

Applied Music Theory: Performance and Analysis

This course explores music theory through the context of music students are learning in their instrumental lessons.

Vivace

Students will tackle complex music with varied rhythms, keys, and time signatures, while learning to blend and balance with their section and the greater ensemble.

Sinfonia

Students will learn how to play in a section, holding their own on a part that is rhythmically & melodically different than other parts of the ensemble.

Cello Choir

For adult cellists, this weekly class will include work on technique as well as cello choir ensemble pieces.

Handbells

UVMC welcomes guest instructors from the Upper Valley Ringers to share the joy of handbell music both for beginners and experienced ringers.

Beginner Guitar

Learn how to play the guitar with real life people!

How Music Works

Unlock the mysteries of music in this introduction to music theory.

Singing for the Stage

This class is an introduction to vocal instruction and performance for young singers who are interested in voice lessons or just love singing along to favorite Disney and musical theater songs!

Contra Dance Band

In this group class, we'll explore some important characteristics of contra dance choreography and how they relate different kinds of music. 

Flute Choir

Explore the diverse music written and arranged for flute choir, pulling from classical, contemporary, jazz, and popular sources.