Kids Ukulele
Meet The Teachers
Ashlee Hughes grew up in New Smyrna Beach, Florida where she studied all types of music from an early age. She completed her bachelor's degree in music therapy at Florida State University. Ashlee has over 14 years of experience serving a variety of populations, including special needs, hospice, acute care medical, premature infants, traumatic brain injury, trauma, stroke, dementia, behavioral health, substance abuse, foster children, juvenile detention, and more. After running a successful hospital music therapy program for over 3 years, Ashlee moved back to her home community to open Beachside Music Lessons & Therapy in 2016. In addition to music therapy, Ashlee also teaches voice, piano, guitar, saxophone, early childhood music private lessons, small groups, and sip and strum classes for adults.
Ashlee is proud to serve her home town community through local organizations like Ormond Beach Mainstreet, Atlantic Center for the Arts, Halifax Behavioral Health, Children's Home Society, Community Action Team, Welcoming Hearts, Life Disability and more.
Eliott Hughes grew up in Vero Beach, FL where he attended a charter school for the arts and studied music from a young age. At Beachside Music, Eliott is our operational manager and manages our students, families, teachers, and office. Eliott studied Music Composition and Theory at University of Florida. As a musician, he is proficient in theory, song writing, piano, voice, and guitar. Besides teaching, Eliott has been singing professionally for over 10 years, even having sang at Carnege Hall. Eliott is experienced in singing in operas, musicals, chorus/choir, and as a soloist. Having studied theory and composition immensely, Eliott has a deep knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of music. Eliott has an unique ability to break down the elements of music and teach it in a simple and fun way. Eliott enjoys teaching a love of music to all ages!
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Looking for a fun, laid-back introduction to ukulele for your child?
Look no further! We're ready to celebrate the end of Summer break with our FIRST EVER Scoop & Strum Ukulele Class, a one day workshop for beginning students to try their hand at learning the ukulele! In class, students will learn to hold the ukulele, tune it, strum, play chords, and learn a few easy songs in a fun and positive environment. This introduction will be the perfect way to get your child excited about learning music! Have a favorite song you'd like to learn? Don't forget to include your song request when you sign up!
No experience? No problem! Absolutely no ukulele or music experience is required. Most students who attend our classes have little or no music background and have never played the ukulele! Come see why hundreds of students have trusted Beachside Music to learn to play the ukulele in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.
Only 10 Spots Available!
How It Works
Sign-up
Sign-up for the Ukulele Class of your choice! Class will cover the beginning basics of Ukulele and teach students to play songs from their first lesson!
Get ready for class!
Purchase your ukulele before class starts and bring your ukulele to class. Don't have a ukulele? We have a limited amount of instruments available for a $15 rental fee. We will provide your ukulele chord chart and music....don't forget a pencil! Also make sure to follow the video tutorial provided to tune your ukulele strings or we can help you tune during your first class! Have a questions about purchasing an ukulele? Contact us here.
Come to class!
Come to class with your ukulele, ready to learn! Bring a snack and a water with a tight fitting cap. Get ready to enjoy ice cream at the end!
What's Included?
Fun, easy to understand instructions
to get you playing from the start of class
During our time together, students can plan to learn
1-3 songs. Participants will receive a folder with finger positions and sheet music for the songs we will be learning. During class, you can expect to learn how to hold the ukulele, tune it, to position your fingers, how to strum, and new songs!
Experienced, Friendly Music Teachers
Our music teachers come from the nation’s top music schools, have performed at venues large and small all over the world, and have extensive experience. They know how to successfully structure ukulele class and teach students of all ages, abilities, and skill levels.
Play songs YOU like!
Once you have learned some basic chords and beginning songs, we will be learning songs that receive the most votes during registration. When you register, vote for your favorite songs from a list or suggest a popular song that isn't listed. We will do our best to tailor each class to fit the preferences of our participants.
Continue Private Lessons with Opportunity to Perform
If your child loves class, continue with private lessons and enjoy 2 studio recitals per year to showcase your musical progress!
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What's the cost?
Beachside Music Lessons and Therapy is proud to present our Kids Scoop & Strum Ukulele Class!
We welcome children to join and learn how to play the ukulele in this one day workshop! Beachside Music will host a fun afternoon class on July 27th from 1:00-3:30 pm. This class is for students ages 6-14. Only 10 Spots Available!
If you have an ukulele, please bring your own to class. If you'd like to rent an ukulele for class, the rental fee is $15. If you have any questions about purchasing an ukulele, please contact us here.
Ukulele Class will hosted in our Deland studio located at 613 E. New York Ave, Deland, FL 32724. Class will include instruction, a folder with music and chords, two instructors, and an ice cream sundae with fun toppings to choose from!
Class Schedule:
1:00-1:45 pm- Learn to tune, hold, strum the ukulele, and beginning chords
1:45-2:00 pm- Break/ask questions
2:00-3:00 pm- Practice chords and learn 2 new songs!
3:00-3:30 pm- Ice Cream Party and Ukulele Jam!!
Class Date:
July 27th
The cost for class is $65 (and an additional $15 if you're renting an ukulele for class)
Payment:
Due at Registration - $65
All registrations are final. No refunds will be offered nor processed. Please ensure your commitment to this class series before completing the registration. If you have any questions please CLICK HERE.
Please that make-up sessions will not be available.
Class Behavior:
We ask that all students conduct a positive attitude and good conduct during class to make the learning environment positive and productive. Additional questions? Please feel free to Contact Us Here.
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Beachside Music Lessons & Therapy is the best in-home music lesson school offering high quality music classes in the following cities:
Volusia County: Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, New Smyrna Beach, Deland, Deltona
Flagler County: Palm Coast
Orange County: Orlando, Winter Park, Maitland, Sanford
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