2023
Classes and Workshops

Refunds or transfers available if class/workshop is canceled.
Looking forward to meeting you!
​Saja, Owner of Urban Monk Studios

Beginner Guitar Class!
5:30-7pm
Mondays
6/12, 6/26, or 7/10
$80
Want to learn to play guitar?
This is your class!
You'll learn how to play a song by the end 
of this ONE class!
You'll learn the guitar parts, string notes,
Most common open chords, learn how to transition
from chord to chords easily, common strumming patterns,
and play a cool tune.
You'll even learn how to start soloing, if you want!
Even though it's a class, I cater to the needs of each student's
Musical styles through the breakout session in the middle of class.
Small class size, complimentary snacks and beverages in a great space!

Beginner Ukulele Class!
​5:30-7pm
Thursdays
6/15 OR 7/13
$80
Want to learn a fun and easy instrument?
This is the class for you!
You'll learn basic chords, the two most common strumming patterns and picking patterns, and how to transition easily between chords.
You'll also learn an easy solo scale pattern and play a contemporary tune in class.
Even though it's a class, I cater to each student's specific Musical styles.
So, if you have a song you want to play, let me know!
​I can show you.
Small class size, complimentary snacks and beverages in a great space!

Learn to Jam! **WORKSHOP**
​1-3pm
Saturdays
7/15, 9/23, 10/21 OR 11/11
$60
This workshop is the FIRST STEP in learning how to jam with others.
You'll learn how to feel comfortable playing songs, counting in, and
using the right strum pattern to give you art to the song.
The perfect workshop to engage as a true beginner or for those getting back into
performance after many years.
We'll even run a "campfire jam" scenario,
so it's even more authentic!
You'll have fun and learn a lot, too!
Limit 6 per class
Complimentary snacks and beverages!

Change your strings!
11am-Noon
Saturdays
6/24 OR 7/15
$25
**This class is for Guitar and Banjo**
         Learn how to change your own strings confidently.
A simple but important class to keep your instruments sounding their best.
I'll show you how to confidently change your strings, tune and stretch out strings for stabilization and let you know how often you personally need to change them. We'll do and active string changing on your instrument during class, so please bring your instrument that needs new strings.
​FREE PACK OF STRINGS INCLUDED!
Limit 6 per class

Tech set up for Beginners!
1-3pm
$60
​Start the journey into sound
​and set up!
Ever wonder how to even begin connecting your sound equipment OR what sound equipment is?
​Do you know what you need?
​Learn how to set up a mic, plug into your mixer or amp, reduce feedback, and how to sing or play with a mic and more!
I'll show you how to set up for your personal style of music and for the types of events you will normally perform.
Limit 6 per class.
​Complimentary snacks and beverages!

Adult Performance Class
***Most Popular***
7/17-8/21
OR
9/18-10/30
(no class 10/16, family wedding!) 
6 week sessions
​6-8pm
$225
This is our most popular class at the studio!
It's a great class to really feel what its like to be in a band. We'll pick a set list of 5 songs from your requests, each of you will take an instrumental OR vocal lead, we'll sculpt the songs to artistic excellence, learn how to FEEL them and talk production wise what you want in the songs you lead.
You'll come out of this class confidently being able to have your own jams, or start a band of your own.
I've had students of this class start here as new to jamming and now have bands, gigs, have played festivals and have their own Jams.
Limit 8 per class
Complimentary snacks and beverages!