Specialty & Ensemble Classes

Specialty and Ensemble classes for adults provide a thematic exploration into a particular genre, songwriter or topic. These classes are perfect for intermediate musicians looking to expand their skills, dive deeper into themes and genres, while playing music with other instruments.

These classes are geared for players who have played their instrument before, with a basic-intermediate level knowledge of chords and melody.

Spring Session begins the week of March 31!

Each class will also be live-streamed and recorded for individuals who are not able to attend in person.

Intro to Fingerstyle Guitar
with Ry Mohon

Thursdays, 6-6:55pm, April 3-May 22. $170

This class will introduce a variety of finger-based techniques including three and four finger fingerpicking patterns, Travis-picking, pinch chords, and thumb-strumming. Explore alternate tunings and improvisation while developing your sense of syncopation, finger independence, and string accuracy. Fingerstyle Guitar pre-requisite: Guitar 3 or equivalent.

Folk Ensemble
with Brian Nelson and Karina Wilson

Tuesdays, 7-8:15pm, April 1- May 20. $190.

Sold out. Get added to the waitlist.

This ensemble class breaks down what it means to play with others through some of your favorite folk tunes—both old and new. All instruments are welcome, including (but not limited to) guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, and bass. Students can take this class in perpetuity; new songs are explored each session.

Garage Band

with Brian Nelson and Zeke Kyoku

Mondays, 7:00-8:15pm, March 31-May 19. $190.

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This ensemble class explores rock and blues and is open to all instruments, including (but not limited to) guitar, bass, keys and drums. This is a low-volume, electrified class. Drum kits and practice amps are available for student use, but students are also welcome to bring their own equipment, if they desire. Mics are also available for acoustic instruments. Students can take this class in perpetuity; new songs are explored each session.

Bluegrass Ensemble

with Brian Nelson and Josh Martin

Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm, April 2- May 21. $190

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This ensemble class explores tunes from the bluegrass genre - from Bill Monroe to contemporary tunes. Students can expect to learn how to play in a bluegrass band, discussing traditional formats and learning how to solo. All instruments are welcome, including (but not limited to) guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, and upright bass. Students can take this class in perpetuity; new songs are explored each session.

Want to brush up on your skills first? Check out our other classes for adults or explore our upcoming free jams.

Cancellation and Refund Policies

All Queen Bee classes need a minimum of three students to run. If a class does not meet that requirement, the class will be canceled, and registered students will be offered the following choices:

a credit for private lessons at the amount of their tuition
the registration fee can be transferred to a fully tax-deductible donation, or
a refund.

Credits must be used within the calendar year; they expire on December 31. Two-person classes may run as a semi-private lesson, at the discretion of Queen Bee administration and the teacher.

Registration for classes remains open for 3 weeks after a session begins. Students can drop a class and receive a refund for remaining classes through the third week of the session. After week 3, registration fees are non-refundable.