The following are on-going groups for teens. If you are interested in becoming a member of one of them, please send us a message! Please ensure you have read our COVID-19 guidelines before registering.

Shumba (Lion) Marimba with Randy McIntosh
Level 3 | Ages 10-14 | Grades 4-8

In our level 3 class, we are working on easily finding the G chord, C chord, and D chord on any marimba, and understanding the F#. Did you know that the F# is the difference between a D major and a D minor chord? We do! We are also learning shangara sticking patterns and learning to play them in sync with the group. We are getting better at fluidity on the higher instruments and strength and precision on the lower instruments. We are learning to play the hosho, and trying to move our bodies while we play and step to the beat. We are learning about syncopation, and how to play parts together that have different kinds of syncopation. We are becoming a team, and we are actively trying to play well together by listening to each other. It’s called “groove.” Did you know that? We are also learning how to remember more complex arrangements, and how to make up our own variations in the style with guidance from our teachers. Cool, huh?

Fall 2022
Wednesdays 4-5:30 pm | $564
16-week Fall Session Aug 24-Dec 14, 2022
No class BVSD Fall Break Nov 20-27, 2022

Mukanya (Baboon) Marimba with Randy McIntosh
Level 4 | Ages 11-15 | Grades 5-9

Fall 2022
Thursdays 4-5:30 pm | $564
16-week Fall Session Aug 25-Dec 15, 2022
No class BVSD Fall Break Nov 20-27, 2022

Kunaka
Level 5 / Teen Performance Program
Ages 12-17 / Grades 7-11
Mondays 4-6 pm + Wednesday 5:30-7:30 pm

Takapenga
Level 5 / Teen Performance Program
Ages 14-18 / Grades 8-12
Tuesdays + Thursdays 5:30-7:30 pm