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JAMINAL PARTY PACKAGES
Select from one of our party packages below and reach out to book an interactive party that's run and enriching for both kids and partents!
ABOUT
Songbirds
Calling all Songbirds! After the success of the Swifties class, we’ve decided on a repeat performance—but this time to include the music of Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift. It’s gonna be fun!
FALL SESSION
dates:
September 21 - November 15
11:30am
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Guitar Shed
Calling all Songbirds! Join us for another session of Songbirds with many great artists to choose from like Dua Lipa, Billy Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, and more!
Must have at least one year of singing experience. Students must attend at least 6 of the 8 sessions to participate in the final performance at the end of the session.
The sign-up fee is waived for current students.
8:00pm - 9:30pm
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Studio A
Jazz workshop
dates:
August 17
Want to play jazz, but don’t know where to start? Come to the Guitar Shed Jazz Workshop!
Our Jazz Workshop series will foster an atmosphere where beginner and intermediate players can receive instruction from professionals, learn about jazz theory and improvisation, and jam with others without the pressure of walking into an established session.
10:30am - 11:00am
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Studio A
OLD TIME workshop
dates:
TBD
If you’re interested in learning how to play “by ear” and join in some of the fun old-time jams happening around Atlanta, this 4-week workshop series is for you! Even after years of lessons, it can be hard to sit down and start playing tunes with folks you may have never met! This series will give intermediate students the skills and confidence they need to learn on the fly and participate in Atlanta’s traditional music community.
-"By-ear" instruction, no sheet music
-For Mandolin, Clawhammer Banjo, Fiddle, and Flatpicking Guitar
-Intended for intermediate students who are new to learning by ear
JAMINALS CLASSES
dates:
August 16 - November 22nd
10:30am - 11:00am
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Studio A
Join us at Guitar Shed in Atlanta for a playful, welcoming space where children can discover the magic of music at their own pace.
Classes can be attended as an entire session or a la carte. All classes are designed for children and their caregivers. We do not offer drop-off classes at this time.
Rock Ensemble
Thursdays
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8:15-9:15pm
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Guitar Shed
If you like:
The Beatles, The Black Crowes, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Tom Petty
Current Openings:
Vocals, Bass, Keyboard
Our Rock Ensemble is an adult band that focuses on rock music and its many subgenres. It features drums, bass guitar, and electric guitar to go along with strong vocals. They have played everything from Smashing Pumpkins to B.B. King to Fleetwood Mac. The band provides students a chance to not only hone their skills as part of a group but a chance to interact with other musicians in a laid-back atmosphere.
Acoustic Ensemble
Wednesdays
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8:15-9:15pm
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Guitar Shed Lobby
If you like:
Indigo Girls, Fleetwood Mac, The Wailin’ Jennys, The Avett Brothers
Current Openings:
Bass, Mandolin
Our Acoustic Ensemble, ‘Wednesday Night Supper Club’ is an all-female group. They play songs from different genres in acoustic arrangements. The group features several talented singers and focuses a lot on vocal harmonies, strumming patterns, and chord voicings.
Americana Ensemble
Mondays
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8:15-9:15pm
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Guitar Shed Lobby
If you like:
Wilco, Rhiannon Giddens, Willie Nelson, Gillian Welch
Current Openings:
Fiddle, Bass, Guitar
Back by popular demand, our Americana Ensemble, The Bullfrogs, has returned to Guitar Shed. The group focuses on a wide variety of music that falls under the Americana moniker, country, roots, bluegrass, and folk. However, this is not a traditional music group and they will incorporate newer covers alongside the classics you know and love. Open to acoustic instruments.
Blues Ensemble
Sundays
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6:30-7:30pm
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Studio A
If you like:
Albert King, B.B. King, Bonnie Raitt, Gary Clark Jr., KoKo Taylor
Current Openings:
FULL
Guitar Shed’s longstanding Blues Ensemble, ‘The Bobcats’ learn about popular blues styles, iconic tunes, improvisation, and how to play in a group setting.
Jam Ensemble
Mondays
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8:15-9:15pm
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Studio A
If you like:
The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers Band, Phish, Widespread Panic, Medeski Martin and Wood
Current Openings:
Drums, Bass, Percussion
Ready to take your noodling to the next level? Jam Ensemble is currently enrolling students who are looking to improvise with like-minded musicians in a group setting.
Jazz Ensemble
Wednesdays
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8:15-9:15pm
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Guitar Shed
If you like:
Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Joe Henderson, Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, Wayne Shorter
Current Openings:
Vocals, Sax, Trumpet
Our Jazz Ensemble, ‘Adult Recital’ focuses on improvisation techniques, learning to play in a combo setting, listening exercises, and building a jazz vocabulary. The group will primarily focus on material from the Blue Note era. Open to all instruments.
Pop Ensemble
Sundays
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11:30am–12:30pm
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Studio A
If you like:
Madonna, Olivia Rodrigo, Laufey, Bruno Mars, Chappell Roan
Current Openings:
Drums, Guitar, Keys
The Pop ensemble is designed for experienced adult musicians passionate about playing contemporary and classic pop music. The group focuses on songs with memorable melodies, strong grooves, and expressive dynamics. Participants should be comfortable with chords and generally fluent on their instruments. Rehearsals emphasize tight ensemble playing, rhythmic precision, and musical expression to bring each piece to life. Join us to develop your skills, collaborate with fellow musicians, and enjoy performing popular repertoire around ATL!
Strings Ensemble
Wednesdays
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8:15-9:15pm
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Studio A - Band Room
If you like:
Emerson String Quartet, Apocalyptica, Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Mahavishnu Orchestra
Current Openings:
Violin, Bass, Guitar
Our String Ensemble features a variety of string instruments and focuses on performing instrumental music from a variety of genres. From adding classical elements into contemporary songs to utilizing modern techniques and technology in traditional music, this group uses a variety of tools to keep their music sounding new and interesting, even when the songs are old.
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