Moon & Stars Foundation/Kutandara

Building Community Through Music

Helping heal the world through the joy of music
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Upcoming Introductory Class Schedules

Fall 4-week Sessions
Module 1) Sept 7-Sept 28
Module 2) Oct 5-Oct 26
Module 3) Nov 2-Dec 7 no class weeks of Nov 16/23

Introductory Marimba Classes for Kids
Giraffes (Ages 6-8) Wednesday 4-5 pm
Elephants (Ages 9-12) Tuesday 4-5 pm
4 weeks | $100

Introductory Marimba Classes for Teens & Adults
Monday 5:30-7 pm or Tuesday 6:30 8 pm
4 weeks | $150

REGISTER – Adults

REGISTER – Kids & Teens

Contact Us

See the video testimonials

The studio is located at 5401 Western Avenue, Suite B, Boulder CO 80301 map


Ready to Give It a Try… for Free?

Starting something new can be a big step! That’s why we make it easy to see if marimba is for you.

Try Before You Commit: Try a class with us before signing up for the whole semester.

  • Flexible Start Times: Joining us mid-session? We’ll happily pro-rate your tuition.
  • Miss a Class? Life happens! Just let us know and we’ll arrange a make-up for you.

Ready for More than Just Music? Join our Supportive Community

You’ve seen us play, now discover why joining our marimba community is truly special.

  • Joyful Community, Instant Fun: Learn songs as a community project, no music experience needed. It’s truly as fun as it looks!
  • Your Weekly Boost: Find your happy place! Our students love marimba as their most stress-relieving and supportive weekly event.
  • Welcoming to All: Especially shy kids and adults thrive in our inclusive community, where connection is key.
  • Real Connection, Less Screens: Kids (and adults!) prefer the real-life interaction of marimba over their phones.
  • Beyond Local: Global Rhythms & Trips to Africa: Experience African culture and even life-changing trips abroad.
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Classes

Introductory Marimba Classes for Kids

Got a little one eager to make some noise? We’d love to have them!

Kids can start their marimba journey with us when they’re 6 years old or have finished kindergarten. We group our young musicians by age to ensure they’re learning and having a blast with their peers:

  • Nzou/Elephant: Ideal for ages 9-12 (grades 4-7).
  • Twiza/Giraffe: Perfect for ages 6-8 (grades 1-3) Read more…

Introductory Marimba Classes for Teens
We know every teen is unique, and we have a place for everyone to thrive! Whether your young adult wants to play alongside their friends, connect with other teens, or join an adult group for a new challenge. Read more…

…we’re confident we have a class that will be a great fit for their comfort and musical journey!!

Introductory Marimba Classes for Adults
We believe that everyone is inherently musical and capable of incredible rhythm. We’re here to help you uncover that natural ability, giving you the chance to experience music’s incredibly uplifting, joyous, and healing qualities, no matter your age or what you’ve done before. Read more…

Introductory Drumming Classes for Adults
Our drumming classes are taught by instructor Scott Parker Mast. Scott has been teaching and performing African rhythms of Cuba and Zimbabwe professionally since 1997. Scott’s study of rhythms of Zimbabwe began with several years in Albuquerque New Mexico, culminating with a three-month visit to Zimbabwe. Scott has also studied in Puerto Rico and Cuba and is a long-running member of local Afro-Cuban ensemble, Bamboche. Read more…

Video Testimonials from Kids, Adults, and Parents

Watch the video and see the passion in the organization – Healing the World Through Music

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Land Acknowledgment

We at Kutandara acknowledge with respect (as non-Native people) that the land on which we stand, live, learn, teach, and perform is the traditional territory of the Ute, Cheyenne, and Arapaho Peoples. We also recognize the 48 contemporary tribal nations that are historically tied to the lands that make up the state of Colorado. We honor Elders past, present, and future, and those who have … Read More

CONTACT US

5401 Western Avenue, Suite B
Boulder, Colorado 80301
(303) 443-2969

info@kutandara.com

Classes

We have something for everyone! We offer ongoing marimba, drumming, and mbira classes for kids, teens, and adults, as well as custom one-time music … Read More

Concerts

We've always got something coming up! From our professional performance group Kutandara, to our teen band Tanaka and Mhodzi, to our youth and adult … Read More

Collaborations

We collaborate with individuals, groups, and nonprofit organizations at every opportunity to bring special projects to our community and beyond. This … Read More

Moon & Stars is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization registered with the State of Colorado, FEIN 82–1129217.

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5401 Western Avenue, Suite B, Boulder, Colorado 80301
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