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We are excited to offer classes for all ages with a focus on making music as a family ~ a time honored tradition! If you don't see a class time that works for you, we are happy to create custom classes.
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Tots Club w/ Adult ~ Ages 6mo - 4 yrs.  
Celebrate together using song, rhythm and movement! We will sing familiar and original songs. And, we'll play with Jamtown world music instruments in a light-hearted musical way. This program strives to celebrate you and your child's inner musician. Integration of the songs into everyday life for fun, stress-reduction, and music education is encouraged. An important aspect of the approach involves parents modeling the activities - which means full adult participation. Your child's participation will increase with familiarity and repetition. Call for more details. (Minimum 6, Max 12 children)
8-WEEK SERIES
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Questions? Call 206 632-9136 or email John: info@jamtown.com Family Drum for Adult/Child ~ Ages 5-8 & 9-12 yrs. Making music is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with Jamtown John as your guide. We'll explore basic rhythms and techniques that inspire you to practice and improve your skills with hand drums and small percussion instruments from around the world. In addition, each family is invited to contribute their own unique drum song from a story you choose to develop (your last family vacation, for example). I'll guide you through the song creation process using your words and rhythms. Then the group will work out the song together. The last class can be a gathering for extended family and friends and we will perform some of the songs in a low-key celebration. Infants/toddlers are welcome and attend FREE! (one per adult please). (Minimum 6, Maximum 12 kids) 
8-WEEK SERIES
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Questions? Call 206 632-9136 or email John: info@jamtown.com Beginner/Beyond Beginner Hand Drum Learn to drum with your hands (bass, tone slap) & play with your heart (relax, breath, smile). We'll have fun getting to know popular multi-part rhythms and explore hand percussion instruments from around the globe. Unlock your inner musician in a low-risk, high reward environment! And, if you don't have one yet, buy your first drum at a great price! Enroll today! (Minimum 6 Students) 
8-WEEK SERIES
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Questions? Call 206 632-9136 or email John: info@jamtown.com Rhythm 101 This summer a friend revealed his inability to play ~ what-so-ever ~ with music. I created Rhythm 101 as a remedial adventure to reconnect participants with their inner musician. Expect the unexpected with a focus on low-risk, grounding activities using small percussion ~ building up to very basic hand drum fun.
8-WEEK SERIES
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Questions? Call 206 632-9136 or email John: info@jamtown.com Instructor
First, he facilitates school, business and community events featuring hands-on participation with rhythm instruments. He is a pioneer in the field of accessible music technology that delivers a ‘shared experience’ to like-minded populations regardless of age or skill. John develops links between the personal music experience, group dynamics, organizational issues and important life lessons such as multicultural awareness and diversity. Second, Since 1995 John has created fair trade relationships with low-income artisans and co-operatives around the world for the purpose of importing musical instruments. JAMTOWN was selected to join the Fair Trade Federation in 1999 and John served on the Board for three years. His work with elementary and middle school children spans 15 years, with a focus on one-time music events for classrooms and community gatherings. He has delivered artist in residence programs at Bertschi School in Seattle & Evergreen School in Shoreline. In 2009, he completed a Music Together® training program in order to better serve the special musical needs of toddlers and their parents. John has written and produced artisan videos, group rhythm activity guides, and a children’s album included in the award-winning JAMTOWN Junior Rhythm Pack*. In 2009, the Sun Moon Star Drum & DVD won a Preferred Choice Award from Creative Child Magazine and was followed by a Parent's Choice Approved Award in 2010. Most of all, you can expect to be inspired by John’s approach to music and fun! *Parents’ Choice Gold Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, 1999
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