Jam Band

The GRSM Jam Band program gives students the chance to play in contemporary bands, offering a fun and collaborative musical experience. Bands can feature any number of instruments including guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, bowed strings, and vocals/horns (instrument-only groups are welcome). Students will explore music from rock, blues, pop, funk, and folk, with the option to choose songs and even write original music with instructor support.

Students will develop teamwork, performance skills, and confidence by rehearsing and performing together. The goal is to create a supportive community where students enjoy making music together.

The program is open to kids 7+ who have completed at least one year of private lessons. Friends and siblings are encouraged to sign up together. After a brief placement session, students will be grouped by experience and age.

Guitar Ensemble

The Guitar Ensemble program is designed for guitarists who want to collaborate and perform as part of a group. Students will have the opportunity to play a variety of musical styles, from classical and jazz to contemporary and popular genres. Whether you're strumming chords, picking intricate melodies, or harmonizing with other guitars, this ensemble will help you develop your rhythm, technique, and ensemble skills.

The group will focus on teamwork, learning to listen and respond to one another in real-time, while creating a unified sound. You'll gain valuable experience in ensemble performance, improve your musical ear, and enhance your confidence on stage.

Chamber String Ensemble

The Chamber String Ensemble program provides string players the opportunity to perform in small, collaborative groups. Students will explore a wide range of music, from classical to contemporary, while developing skills in ensemble playing, listening, and interpretation. This program emphasizes teamwork, musicality, and performance, with groups working toward public concerts. It’s ideal for string students looking to build their ensemble experience and connect with other musicians in a supportive, community-focused environment. Open to players of all levels, with prior experience recommended.

  • Four boys standing in a row indoors, with large windows and trees visible outside behind them. One boy on the far right is holding an electric guitar.

  • Three musicians rehearsing in a music hall: one playing a bass guitar, one on an electric guitar reading sheet music, and a young drummer on a drum set, with music stands and speakers in the background.

  • Three boys standing together with their arms around each other's shoulders, smiling happily in an indoor room with a drum set in the background.