Advanced Improv and Theory
$160.00
Learn to affectively improvise and jam "on the spot". In this class students will learn to determine keys, learn common chord progressions...
Alternative Roots Ensemble
$160.00
Open to all instruments. This class will explore the music of modern bands that take roots music in new directions....
Banjo Introduction
$160.00
For the complete beginner, discover the banjo to be a very playable instrument. This course will introduce students to bluegrass...
Bluegrass Banjo 1
$160.00
This class will focus on the basics of bluegrass banjo. Students will learn right hand "roll" patterns and left hand...
Bluegrass Banjo 2
$160.00
Bluegrass Banjo 2 is ideally suited for those students who already have a working knowledge of the three finger Scruggs-style...
Bluegrass Ensemble
$160.00
Open to mandolin, banjo, acoustic guitar, stand up bass, dobro and fiddle, and singers. In this class, we'll focus specifically...
Blues Ensemble
$160.00
This course will help to define the many sub genres of blues music. From delta blues to chicago blues, texas...
Clawhammer Banjo 1
$160.00
With roots in the Appalachian Mountains, this style combines rhythm and melody to create a sound, perfect for the back...
Clawhammer Banjo 2
$160.00
Learn more advanced right- and left-hand techniques and alternate tunings. Develop a melodic approach to your favorite tunes. Prerequisite: Clawhammer...
Clawhammer Banjo 4
$160.00
Advanced Clawhammer Banjo is for experienced players and is a great way to grow your repertoire. Prerequisite: Clawhammer Banjo 3...
Clogging Workshop with Aubrey Atwater ~ October 13
$20.00
Sunday, October 13, 2-4pm Folk School, 3323 Washington Ave Aubrey Atwater The joy we feel when we hear old-time music...
Ensemble 1
$160.00
For all stringed instruments and singers. If you play an instrument, but have not had much experience playing with a...
Ensemble 2
$160.00
Open to all instruments and singers and designed for students who have already completed Ensemble 1. This class will continue...
Fiddle 1
$160.00
Learn the fundamentals of fiddling. We'll work on the basics such as how to hold the bow and the instrument,...
Fiddle 3
$160.00
With the background provided from Fiddle 1 and Fiddle 2, the Fiddle 3 class will focus primarily on developing a...
Fiddle 4
$160.00
In this class, we'll take an in-depth approach to learning several tunes representative of bluegrass, old-time, vintage country and other...
Fiddle Repertoire
$160.00
This class is designed for students who have completed Fiddle 2 and/or Fiddle 3 and are looking to hone their skills and...
Folk School Gift Package
$25.00
A T-shirt of your choice plus the Folk School tenth anniversary CD, "Ten Years at Home".
Gift Certificates
$20.00
Give the folks what they want! A Folk School gift certificate is a great gift for the musician or music...
Guitar 1
$160.00
For the complete beginner. In this class you will learn basic chords, simple strumming techniques, and tuning. By the end...
Guitar 2
$160.00
Learn new chords and how to connect them with bass runs. Learn to hear chord changes and use a capo....
Guitar 3
$160.00
Build your flatpicking skills with an introduction to basic improvisation. Learn to use major and pentatonic scales, alternating bass chords,...
Harmonica 1
$160.00
For the beginning harp player. Learn the skills to play on your own or play with others. Topics covered will...
Harmonica 2
$160.00
For the harp player with elementary skills who wishes to expand their ability. Topics include improvisation, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and...
Jug Band Ensemble
$160.00
This course will introduce participants to the basic concepts of "jug band" music. Jug bands make use of home-made and...
Mandolin 1
$160.00
This the fastest, most fun way we know to learn the basics of bluegrass and old-time mandolin playing. First we'll...
Mandolin 2
$160.00
Progress from open chords to closed chords and develop more advanced picking techniques. Learn new tunes from a variety of...
Mandolin 3
$160.00
Hone your chording and picking skills. Learn advanced old-time fiddle tunes in various keys and learn to hear chord changes. ...
Mandolin 4
$160.00
This class will provide a study of both rhythm and melody. We will start learning to work into your own...
Monroe Maps Mandolin Workshop with Jeff Burke ~ June 22
$40.00
Monroe Maps Mandolin Workshop with Jeff Burke Saturday, June 22, 2-4pm This workshop will explore some very useful positions, ideas...
Old-Time Ensemble
$160.00
For intermediate/advanced players of fiddle, guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin, and singers. Participants should be able to keep time and "hear"...
Songwriting Workshop with Ryan Spearman ~ July 13
$40.00
Songwriting Workshop - w/ Ryan Spearman Nothing is Original - Traditional Music and the Creative Laundering Process July 13, 2-4pm...
Support the Folk School
$50.00
Invest in the future of the Folk School by making a tax-deductible contribution: become a Friend of the Folk School...
Traditions of the Grateful Dead
$160.00
Open to all instruments, this class will focus on the many styles and genres perfected by the legendary band, the...
Ukulele 1
$160.00
This class starts from the beginning. No uke knowledge necessary. You will learn all about your ukulele, learn some basic...
Ukulele 2
$160.00
Hone your skills on the ukulele. This class will delve into advanced chords and songs. Prerequisite: Ukulele 1
Zoe & Cloyd ~ July 26
$10.00
Friday, July 26, 7:30pm Folk School of St. Louis, 3155 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood Zoe & Cloyd is the husband and wife...
