Music Crew

Working Together to Cultivate Music Knowledge & Expression

A mix of in-person music ensemble classes and private lessons opportunities, located in Albuquerque, NM.

Join the Band

In Music Crew we’ll focus on working together to play as a band!. All instrumentalist and vocalists are welcome to join. Musicians from all experience levels are encouraged. Both beginning and experienced musicians/singers will find value in balancing collective work and individual expression.

Playing Two Sets This Summer

Music Crew will run as two four-week ”sets.” Each set will follow a loose theme which will inform our repertoire.

Students may attend one, both, or mix-and-match any combination of classes

to work with your schedule.

♫ First Set – Early Country Hits – Wednesdays, 6:00 to 8:00 – June 26, July 3, July 10 and July 17

We’ll dig into the songs of early country artists like The Carter Family, Hank Williams and Kitty Wells.

Upcoming Classes

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Take You First Guitar Solo – September 8, 2024
$35.00 – $65.00
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If future classes are not yet on the schedule, please stay in touch by sharing your email address. New classes will be available soon and we’ll be sure you let you know.

♫ Second Set – Sum, Sum, Summertime – Wednesdays, 6:00 to 8:00 – July 24, July 31, August 14 and August 21

We’ll build our repertoire for picnics and campfires with songs by The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Peter, Paul and Mary and more.

Class/Private Lesson Credits

Credits will allow people to engage with the Music Crew experience this summer, even if they will be out of town for a class here or there.

Purchased credits are redeemable for any combination of group classes and private lessons.

Each credit can be redeemed for

One 120 minute group class

or

One 30 minute private lesson

Each credit has a rate of $40, with discounts available when they are purchased in packages.

One Credit ->

Package of 4 Credits ->

Package of Eight Credits

$40 per credit

$140 ($35 per credit)

$240 ($30 per credit)

Purchasing Credits

Visit the Knowing Trees Lessons and Workshop page to purchase credits.

Installment payments are available. Contact Jason directly at jason@knowingtrees.com to discuss installment options.

A package of credits must be used by the same student each lesson.

Scheduling Private Lesson & Attending Classes

Private Lessons are schedule in 30 minute slots through Google Calendar. You do not need a Gmail address to sign up.

If you would like a 60 minute lesson, please sign up for two consecutive slots.

Wrapping Up

Hopefully, this credit system will allow you to engage with the Music Crew experience over the summer, even if they will be out of town for a class here or there.

Visit our FAQ for additional details about Music Crew and please write to Jason if you have any questions.

We’re looking forward to making some music with you!

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Take You First Guitar Solo – September 8, 2024
$35.00 – $65.00
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Jason plays guitar, harmonica, banjo, bass, mandolin, piano and pretty much any instrument he can get his hands on. All those instruments and more are welcome at Music Crew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the group classes and lessons take place?
- At Jason’s Home Studio – 225 Saavendra Rd SW 87105
- When you arrive, walk through the metal gate and look for the larger of two metal-covered structures. The large one is the studio where we’ll meet.
Is parking available?
- Parking is easily available on the street.
If I ride a bike, will there be a safe place to park it?
- Bicyclists can easily bring their bikes to the studio and park them outside.
How do I schedule private lessons?
- Jason uses Google Calendar to schedule private lessons
- Go to Jason’s Summer 2024 Private Lessons with Jason sign up page to find times that work for you.
What if the available times don’t work with my schedule?
- If available times do not match your schedule, please let Jason know at jason@knowingtrees.com. He’ll work with you to find a way to make it happen.
When do the credits need to be used by?
- There is no cutoff date for the credits, although we do ask students to do there best to redeem them by August 26, 2024.
- If the August 26, 2024 date doesn’t work for your schedule, please let Jason know at jason@knowingtrees.com. He’ll work with you to find a way to make it happen.
Where do I purchase credits for Music Crew?
- Find the credits at the Lessons and Workshops section of our store.
What do I need to bring to Music Crew or my private lesson?
- If you play an instrument, that’s all you need to bring.
- Instrumentalists and singers are encouraged to bring
  - a pencil
  - a notebook
  - a folder or something similar to keep any song sheet organized
  - a recording device (Your phone probably has a voice memo app. That is perfect.)
Can I join even if I don’t play an instrument?
- Yes! Singers are highly encouraged to join.
Will a piano be available?
- An electric piano will be available to play during music crew classes
What instruments are OK to play?
- Any instrument you play will be welcome at Music Crew.
- Really any instrument?
  - Yes! Guitars, banjos, harmonica, trumpet, hand percussion, accordion, obeo, etc. Any instrument!
- For Drummers – If you plan to play kit drums, be prepared to play at a volume that will backup unamplified instruments like like banjo, harmonica, and solo vocalists. We ask that you use brushes or play hand percussion.
- For Electric Guitar Players – we ask the same as what we ask the drummers. Be prepared to play at a volume that is behind, or in proper relationship to singers and acoustic instruments.
Do I have enough experience to join Music Crew?
- For sure! The only necessities to join Music Crew are a desire to play music with others and a eagerness to grow as a musician.
Do I have too much experience to join Music Crew?
- Absolutely not. If you are an experienced musician (whatever that means) Music Crew is a perfect opportunity to turn old, boring habits into new exciting ones, and open yourself up to new styles, methods and creative decision-making that can often get lost in more formal settings. As long as you are ready to grow, Music Crew is there to support you.
What’s best – Group class, private lessons or a combination?
- Really good question. It depends on each student’s desire. Reach out to Jason if you’d like a complimentary consultation about some various ways you can achieve your goals.
Do I need to sign up for the group classes, or can I attend up when I can?
- Only the private lessons require pre-registration. Group classes will be strictly drop in and as long at a student has a credit, they are able to attend any group class without needing to sign in or register.
Does a student need to sign up for a private lessons a certain amount of time before the lesson takes place?
- Yes, students are asked to sign up using the Google Calendar at least 12 hours before a lesson is scheduled.