Our professional staff is experienced with beginning through advanced instruction and enjoy working with kids as well as adults.
Classes
workshops, group classes, rock camp for all ages, band coaching, guitar theory, band jams, performances...
New classes - Spring 2024
Groove Garden with Charlie Smith - Jam sessions for Grown-ups
Charlie has a special place in his heart (and record collection) for '60s and '70s music and has played it extensively in several Twin Cities cover bands including Hannah and the Dangertones (rock/funk/soul), All Tomorrow's Petty (Tom Petty), Eleganza plays Exile on Main St. (Rolling Stones), Boot Cut (country), and Sunshine Committee (rock/soul). Bring your guitars and voices and join the band! Keyboards, amps, and drums provided.
To inquire or register, email Charlie@Smith-Music.com or call (612) 234-1770.
Join a band, rock out and make friends! Students will meet with bandmates at the Lake Harriet House of Music for practice one evening a week and learn to play songs from a variety of modern and classic artists. At the end of the session, bands will perform a concert of the songs they've learned at a local venue.
Performances
Rock U Spring Showcase at Uptown VFW
Saturday June 8th, 3:00-7:00pm
No practice: 5/27 (Memorial Day)
Rock U 201 - *Drums filled
Thursdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Bands are open to guitar, bass, drums/percussion, keyboard, vocals, and horns. Singing and trading instruments is encouraged. Space in each band is limited to 6 members. If you have any questions about which band is right for your child, contact Charlie for help. Registration is complete once the non-refundable band tuition is paid in full.
Teacher Charlie Smith has played with over 25 bands in the Twin Cities since 2007, performed at notable venues like First Avenue and on national television, and toured the country. He has a B.A. in Music and has taught at the House of Music since 2011. Visit smith-music.com to learn more.
