Develop essential musical skills through ear-training, theory, and basic composition exercises in this 6-session course. Improve pitch recognition, rhythmic dictation, and sight-singing abilities. Study harmonic progressions and melodic construction. Apply concepts by creating simple musical compositions. Perfect for musicians seeking to strengthen fundamentals. This class is geared for students aged 14 and above. 

This class will meet for 6 sessions; there is no class on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class.

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

Explore a variety of genres and techniques in this ensemble for ukulele players with prior experience. Students who have taken Beginner Ukulele or private lessons with Jo Hampton are recommended for this ensemble, as well as any ukulele players with a beginner's understanding of simple chords (C, F, Am, G). Students will explore a variety of chord progressions for popular music, fingerstyle melodies, and improvisation, and strengthen a variety of techniques. Limit 10 students.

This class meets weekly on Wednesdays for 6 sessions. There is no class session on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

Gather with Wendy to learn woodwind chamber music, chamber music is fun and helps to develop ensemble skills, musical sensitivity, and a deeper understanding of performance. All levels are welcome!

This class meets weekly on Wednesdays for 6 sessions. There is no class session on Wednesday, July 3. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

If you live in or visit Maine you have probably already heard that one of the biggest threats to keeping our state's water bodies clean and clear is the invasive species Variable Leaf Milfoil. The Friends of Messalonskee Watershed have been hard at work for many years keeping the Messalonskee Lake in Belgrade, Oakland, & Sidney, clean and clear for all to enjoy. This summer their expert on milfoil removal, Danielle Boutin, is offering a 3-hour workshop on how to properly hand pull and dispose of it. You too can make a difference! Join her in August and check out the Friends web page at www.friendsofmessalonskee.com. Students will sent a short supply list and release form before the class begins. Rain date will be determined. Must be at least 17 to register. Limit 10 students.

***EARLY BIRD SPECIAL RATE*** Those who register before June 5 can receive $20 off their registration cost! Use Promo Code: ELMCITY24 at checkout. Those who register early will have first choice of lesson time slots! 

Elevate your musical proficiency with precision and passion with instruction from Maho Hisakawa. Tailored to all levels, Maho focus on technique, theory, and your unique goals. 

An Elm City Community Music representative will contact you after you have registered to schedule you for your specific lesson time with Maho between 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Please ensure you use current and accurate contact information when registering. Lessons are limited to students 8 years old and up. 

Lessons will meet for 4 sessions. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Choose the type of lesson that is the best fit for you:

• 30-minute private lesson: $135 per student
• 60-minute semi-private lesson (2-3 students at a similar skill level): $195 per student
• 60-minute private lesson: $255 per student.

Registration for the summer session will close on Friday, July 5, to give time for Elm City to set up all lesson times and contact learners before July 10. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music -- please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.

This is a beautiful, educational, & ecological tour to the farthest reaches of Messalonskee Lake aboard the Snowdrifter II--a 25' Godfrey Sanpan Limited Edition Luxury Cruiser. Students will see firsthand the invasive milfoil as it passes alongside the boat just inches below the lake surface. Learn about statewide eradication efforts while enjoying the natural beauty of Messalonskee Lake. Search for Sandhill Cranes and endangered Least Bittern and Black Tern as we travel through the 1300-acre emergent wetland known as the Messalonskee Lake Marsh. The North American Bald Eagles may make their presence known, and you will learn about the history of the area and lake. Captain Gary is a Registered Maine Guide and licensed commercial boat operator. A Rain date will be scheduled, if needed. The boat is handicap accessible for standard-size wheelchairs. Students between the ages of 10-17 years old must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian. Bathrooms will be available on shore. Please mark your calendar and register by June 9th. There will be no refunds after Sunday, June 9th. The class requires a total of 8 students to run.

Messalonskee Lake & Steam are wonderful natural resources of the mid-Maine region and offer numerous recreational and conservation activities. Mike Guarino of Maine Wilderness Tours and Friends of Messalonskee Watershed gets you on the water and learning hands-on in this one-day class in JULY! If you have always wanted to learn to kayak and explore the lake's ecology, this is the class for you. Students will receive a free kayak lesson and will be provided all equipment needed. Identification of flora and fauna in the lake and stream will be taught on land followed by a kayak paddle along shore to find various specimens.

Although we will be staying close to shore, all students must know the basics of how to swim. Please wear water shoes; a bathing suit or shorts, sunglasses or polarized glasses, sunscreen, and hat are also helpful and appropriate. Please come prepared with extra clothes just in case you get wet. All students must be 17 to register. If needed, a Rain Date will be announced. Limit 8 students.

Join other flutist for chamber music with Maho! All ages and levels are welcome to join. Flute ensemble playing helps to develop ensemble skills, musical sensitivity, and a deeper understanding of flute repertoire and performance. Limit 10 students.

This class meets weekly on Wednesdays for 4 sessions. For students who are 15 years or younger: A parent/guardian must remain on-site for the duration of the class. 

Limited scholarships are available through Elm City Community Music. Please email info@elmcitymusic.org for more information.