Bob Dylan session at Bird
October 30, 2024Band Sessions, by

Band Session II 2024: Bob Dylan

Come learn how Fleetwood Mac turned a turbulent backstage life into musical inspiration
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Fleetwood Mac band session at Bird School of Music
August 9, 2024Band Sessionsby

Band Session I 2024: Fleetwood Mac

Come learn how Fleetwood Mac turned a turbulent backstage life into musical inspiration
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Bird summer camp 2024
May 24, 2024Camp, , by

Summer camps start June 10

Summer is just around the corner, and Bird School is ready to make it a lasting and memorable experience! We still have spots available in our weekly  summer camps, with half day and full day options starting June 10, where your child can explore music …
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Open Choice band session at Bird
March 21, 2024Band Sessions, by

Band Session IV 2024: Open Choice

It’s time for our annual no-theme themed band session, when you choose the genres and the songs to explore and perform. Whether you want to dive into oldies, cover current hits or anything in between, we’re ready to help you make these songs your own …
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The music of Paul Simon & Garfunkel - Bird band session
January 4, 2024Band Sessions, , by

Band Session III 2024: Paul Simon & Garfunkel

Singer-songwriter Paul Simon has made hits and earned accolades for over half a century, both solo and with early collaborator Art Garfunkel.  “I believe that we are all connected on this very basic emotional level by music — by rhythm and harmony.” – Paul Simon …
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Elton John x Bird Fall 2023
August 22, 2023Band Sessions, by

Band Session I 2023: Elton John

If we can learn anything from Sir Elton John, it’s that even if you’re born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, it’s perfectly okay to rechristen yourself Elton Hercules John and embark from your humble beginnings on a multi-faceted career of musical fabulousness. The man Entertainment Weekly describes …
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Motown Band Session at Bird
February 2, 2023Band Sessions, , by

Band Session III 2023: Motown

Founded by Berry Gordy, Jr. in Detroit in the late 1950s, the Motown record label and its affiliates cranked out 110 Top 10 hits between 1961 and 1971, featuring artists like The Supremes, The Four Tops, The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, The Miracles and The …
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GO Back to the 80s with Bird School of Music
October 13, 2022Band Sessions, , , , by

Band Session II 2022: Back to the 80s

The 80s might seem like ancient history to our students (and probably even to some of your parents), but it’s history worth studying: Buried under the poppy synthesizers and big hair that define the decade in stereotypes, we’ll find some innovative and influential music from …
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Sun Studio session at Bird School of Music
June 28, 2022Band Sessions, , , , by

Band Session I 2022: Sun Studio

Known as “The Birthplace of Rock’n’Roll,” Sun Studio in Memphis rose to prominence in the 1950s and 60s with stars like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis, who fused country music and R&B into a new sound. Sam Phillips named his record company …
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Spencer Barnett
May 19, 2022Alumni, , by

Alumni Spotlight: Spencer Barnett

Spencer Barnett on finding musical community and never stopping learning What are you doing now, and how is music a part of your life?  I am currently wrapping up my first LP which has been in the making for nearly a year. As I release …
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