Asheville Music School teacher, and pianist, Dr. Bob Strain will be recording a live album of his original jazz music in the Williams Recital Hall at Warren Wilson College on Saturday March 1st from 4 PM to 6 PM. Click for more info…
Summer Music Camp dates announced
Click the link below to learn about and register for our 2025 summer music camps! New this year – Jazz Camp.
And, back by popular demand… Harry Potter-themed Suzuki Strings Camp, Rock Camp, Preteen Pop Rock Camp, Song Circle Voice Camp, Appalachian Music Camp, Ukulele Camp, and Music Explorations.
World Fiddle Workshop – March 16
In this dynamic fiddle class, we will explore a wide variety of traditional tunes from across the globe. Students will learn pieces from genres including old-time and bluegrass, Celtic, Romanian, Russian and Ukrainian, Klezmer, and Middle Eastern music.
Sunday March 16, 1pm – 4pm
Intermediate to Advanced fiddle players, ages 15+
The class will focus on:
Fiddle Techniques: Unique bowing and fingering styles specific to each tradition.
Scales and Modes: Exploring the different scales and modes used in these world traditions (e.g., Dorian, Phrygian, etc.).
Rhythmic Structures: Understanding the distinct rhythmic patterns and time signatures often used in folk music from these cultures.
Ensemble Play: Playing together as a group, learning how to blend styles and rhythms in a collaborative setting.
This workshop would not only be a great challenge for intermediate to advanced students, but also a lot of fun, as they get to dive into diverse musical traditions and expand their fiddle repertoire.
Click for more info and to register online.
Ukulele Class – Level 2 – starts Jan. 10
We are happy to announce another adult ukulele class, led by Madelyn Ilana.
This one is a level 2 class, for players with some experience.
Jan 10 – Mar 28, 2025
Fridays, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$235
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Fiddle Squad at Archetype – 12/13
Stop by!
Our AMS Fiddle Squad, led by Paul Stroebel, is performing live at Archetype Brewing in West Asheville on Friday December 13, 6:30pm. Come say hi!
Winter Recitals – Dec. 8
We are excited to hear our students at the big winter recital, Sunday December 8 at the Unitarian Universalist congregation at 1 Edwin Place. Students – enjoy yourselves!
Youth Open Mic – Dec. 7 @ LEAF
Calling all young musicians ages 10-20!
Join us for Youth Open Mic – a fun, supportive space to share your music or enjoy performances by talented peers. All singers and instrumentalists welcome.
Don’t miss this time of creativity and inspiration!
Saturday Dec.7
2-4pm
LEAF Global Arts
19 Eagle St.
Downtown Asheville
SIGN UP ONLINE…
Essay Contest Winners Announced
Students, we are very thankful for YOU this year! We had such a difficult time choosing a winner this year because this was an exceptional batch of essay entries…
Nov. 23 – AMS Bands Rock Downtown
Join us in downtown Asheville on November 23 for the Holiday Jamboree in Pack Square Park. Our student rock band Minør performs at 1:30pm, and we have an unofficial Jamboree Afterparty at Farm Burger starting at 2:30pm. AMS bands Liminal Spaces and Neon Sages perform live, plus a solo set by Lucia Bluebird.
A Call To Support AMS in Post-Helene WNC
Dear Friends & Donors
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Asheville Music School continues its nonprofit mission of bringing music education and healing to our community, but we need your help.
While we have worked diligently to reopen, so that we can bring music back to the hundreds of students that we serve, the storm has left many families struggling. We are not back to 100% yet, as some remain out of town or simply don’t have the economic resources to continue lessons.
Like many other area nonprofits, we are facing the economic impacts and significant fundraising challenges on all fronts — funding for our scholarship and outreach programs, as well as economic loss impacting our operating costs from the temporary closing.
This is the time of year when we normally hold in-person fundraising events. This includes a silent auction that was scheduled to support AMS programs and outreach to our community. Unfortunately, the businesses that have been our major partners (and even the business in the River Arts District that was to host our silent auction) are struggling or no longer exist.
This is why we are requesting your support to help us fully bring the music back, so that we can continue to bring the healing power of music to our community.
Click to read more and donate online…
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