This 12-week immersive transforms individual practice into the excitement and collaboration of playing in a real band. Designed for adult drummers, bassists, guitarists, keyboardists, and vocalists, the workshop helps musicians build the practical skills and confidence needed to rehearse, perform, and connect with others in an ensemble setting.
Participants will work on the essential “soft skills” of making music with a group—reading professional charts, communicating effectively during rehearsals, developing stage presence, and learning how to lock in with a rhythm section. Along the way, students will rehearse and perform rock repertoire together while gaining insight into the dynamics that make a band truly click.
With enrollment limited to just eight participants, the experience is intentionally supportive, collaborative, and hands-on. Whether you’ve primarily played on your own, taken private lessons, or are looking to return to ensemble playing after time away, this workshop offers a welcoming bridge into the world of live band performance.
The session culminates in a live showcase where participants can share what they’ve been working on with friends, family, and fellow music lovers.
Music Plus Discount of 15% if you or anyone in your family is enrolled in individual, Music Therapy, or Suzuki instruction.
Mondays 7:00-8:00pm, 12 weeks, starting September 28.
About Individual Lessons at MacPhail
Our outstanding faculty is equipped to teach beginning through advanced music lessons. At all levels, the music lessons are student-centered to develop personalized musical and technical skills.
One of the major benefits of taking lessons at MacPhail is being part of a music community that provides the opportunity to participate in multiple MacPhail programs, master classes, workshops, and countless performance opportunities!
Finding the right music teacher and the right instrument can make all the difference in music education. We pay careful attention to skill levels, needs and goals to help you realize your full music potential and to foster a lifelong love of music.
How to Get Started
- Tell us about your musical interests, goals, and scheduling preferences by completing the Student Placement Form.
- When you’ve submitted the form, our placement team will find the ideal teacher for you, based on your requests.
- The placement team will reach out to you to introduce your teacher and arrange a regular time for your lessons.
Thank you for your interest in the Suzuki program at MacPhail Center for Music! To help us place your child with a teacher, please complete and submit the following placement form. Prior to registering, we invite you to attend a Suzuki program information session to learn briefly about the history of the Suzuki philosophy and approach to music education, our program details, and the next steps to enroll in our program.
