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Current Program Sessions
Below are our Program Offerings for
Spring 2026
(February 16 - May 9)
Please check the age range for each program session offered. If you are interested in a session and you are outside of the age range, email the Director of Music Programs at ccampbell@livingclassrooms.org to inquire about making an exception
Foundations in Piano
Mondays 5:30-6:15pm
Ages: 6-11
For novice and beginner level students. Through exercises and activities, students will learn and practice basic skills for playing piano, including learning the names of keys, playing simple songs and chords, reading music, and general theory.
Creative Lab
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Ages 14-18
Work on creative ideas and projects, with guidance from Ascend staff. Learn tools, concepts, and methods for manifesting the creative and musicals ideas you have. Also, learn more about creative careers and how to make $$ using your creative gifts.
Studio: Piano
Mondays 6:30-7:30pm
Ages: 12-18
For beginner to intermediate level students. The class will focus on learning and creating contemporary styles of music on the piano. Students will work on reading music, building and playing chords, composing their own music, and learning popular songs on piano.
Foundations in Singing
Wednesdays 5:30-6:15pm
Ages: 6-11
Participants will explore singing through vocal warm-ups, exercises & activities, and learning songs. Students will learn proper singing techniques and possibly have the opportunity to record and perform.
Studio: Singing
Wednesdays 6:30- 7:30pm
Ages: 12-18
Participants will be guided in finding and strengthening their voice through vocal exercises, practicing proper singing techniques, and preparing song selections. Students may have the opportunity to perform and record.
Fridays 5-6:30pm
Ages: 14-18
A performance ensemble, focused on learning covers, creating original music, and collaborating as a group. Students rehearse with the goal of performing both in and out of the program and should already have proficiency on their chosen instrument.
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Studio: Songwriting
Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm
Ages: 12-18
Explore the art of songwriting and develop your voice as a lyricist. Participants will write lyrics, create melodies, and develop their own original songs. Students may have the opportunity to perform and record.
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30am Saturdays 9:30-11:30am
Ages: 3-6
Children get to engage in music through exploration of musical instruments, singing songs, and movement. Activities will use songs and movement to activate imagination, storytelling, expression, and play.
Studio: Music for TV & Movies
Sundays 12-1:30pm
Ages: 12-18
Participants will learn tools and concepts for creating music for film media. As part of the class students will learn sound design, music composition techniques, tools in Logic Pro, how to add emotion through music, and how to make a scene come alive with music.
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1 hour, weekly
(day & time varies)
Ages: All Ages (Priority 7-20)
Students are matched and work weekly with a creative mentor, developing skills in the craft of their interest. Sessions focus on developing skills and a creative project in their chosen creative specialty. Mentor and session time determined by student availability & interest.
Holding Fee
$40 Holding Fee Per Family
Our music classes are free — but space is limited! To secure your child(ren)’s spot, we now require a $40 non-refundable holding fee per family.
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✅ One-time fee — covers all children and classes for the program season
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✅ Used to reduce no-shows, incentivize attendance and support operations
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✅ Classes remain 100% free
Your child(ren) will not be added to class rosters until we receive your fee or a fee waiver request.
💬 Need help? when enrolling you can request a fee waiver — no questions asked. We're here for you.
Notes:
*No fees are required for participating in Drop In Programs, Special Workshops & Events
*For Solo Sessions, students who are not matched with a mentor will be refunded if they are not enrolled in any other sessions that term
Drop In Programs
Check out Ascend drop-in programs. Open to all ages
Open Lab
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-8pm
Teens & Adults
*children under 10yo welcome
if accompanied by an adult*
FREE access to lab and use of instruments, production tools & software.
Open to all, no sign up required.
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Independent Projects
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Practice Space
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Independent Learning
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Creative Collaboration Space
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Get Help from Ascend Staff
Every Third Thursday
for Ages 18 & older
An open space and time for artists and creatives interested in network, seeking collaborative opportunities, exchanging ideas and knowledge, and developing their own artistry. There will be a calendar of weekly topics and/or "skill builds" for those interested to partake in. First hour will be for learning new skills and techniques, the second hour will be for networking, connecting and collaborating with other creatives in the space.
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for Updates
Book a FREE 30-minute
Open Lab Recording Session
(can only book 1 session per day)
Session Options:
5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm
Book a Private Recording
or Rehearsal Session
Recording Sesions - $30/hr
Rehearsal Session - $25/hr