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Take Note - Youth Band
207-3132
By audition each year
Ages 13 - 20
Catch the Take Note Band at the Arneson River Theater on July 9 when they'll help celebrate Contemporary Art Month from 7 to 8 p.m.

If you have a desire to make a career as a professional musician or singer we want to help get you started! Each year the Department of Parks and Recreation auditions aspiring female and male vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist, bassist, drummer, percussionist and saxophonist for the City's very own youth band, TAKE NOTE. It all begins by submitting to us a promotional packet that will include a photo, a demo (showcasing your skills on DVD or CD) and a letter telling us how you could add to and benefit from this exciting program. Once selected and passing a live audition, each musician or singer will be introduced to the concepts needed to perform a variety of styles of music such as pop, rock, jazz and blues, in preparation for upcoming live performances at major venues throughout the city. So if you’re interested in being a part of our City's youth band TAKE NOTE we want to meet to you! Call 207-3132. Your applicational promo pac should include:
-Photo: headshot or with instrument
-Demo: live performance(DVD or VHS) or recorded demo (CD) showcasing current level of Rythm and improvisation skills in all styles of music studied
-Letter: Bio is encouraged if musician already has performance experience and/or a letter telling us how they could add to and benefit from this exciting program

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Music Classes

Session II dance and music classes start Oct. 19.

Session II Schedule (PDF)

Session II Schedule (Excel Document)

Most class locations have multiple levels of instruction, open only by teacher promotion. All classses are subject to cancellation when enrollment minimums are not reached. Teachers may not accept new students while preparing for annual cultural recitals. Please call or email for a complete schedule and class availability. Classes are $30. You may enroll in a second class during the same session for $15. siblings or other family members living in the same household may sign up for $25.

For more information, call 207-3132, 207-3133, or 207-3134. Or email Special Programs.

Classes are held at Cuellar, Hamilton, Melendrez, Normoyle, and Southside Lions Community Center, the Berta Almaguer Dance Studio, Commander's House and Lion's Field Adult and Senior Citizens Center and some music classes are held at Sam Ashe music store, 25 N.E. Loop 410. Programming includes classes for youngsters ages 4 and up, adults and some intergenerational classes that parents, grandparents and children can take together.

The Parks and Recreation Department has a wide range of special programs that focus on the arts.

Dances classes for youth include beginning Jazz and Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Afro-Brazilian, Mexican folkloric and Spanish Flamenco. For youngsters with other interests, the department also offers beginning percussion, guitar, and keyboard.

Dance classes for adults include beginning Spanish Flamenco, Mexican Folklorico and Afro-Brazilian, offered at the Berta Almaguer Dance Studio.

For more information, call 207-3132, 207-3133, or 207-3134.

girl in percussion classClasses are offered at Sam Ash Store, Hamilton Community Center, Garza Community Center, Commander's House and New Territories Community Center. In addition, we've added a new site with the help of Sam Ashe Music. Classes have also been added at New Territories Community Center, 9023 Bowen. Check the spring schedule for specific information.

COST: $30.00 per Session. Money Order or Checks Only, Payable to City of San Antonio, No temporary checks. Each Class meets once a week, a minimum of eight times during the fall session and six times during the summer months. No refunds or prorates.

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· Most locations have multiple levels of instruction, open only by teacher promotion, therefore you must register with the teacher or Special Program’s staff member.
· The classes listed are subject to cancellation when enrollment minimums are not reached.
· CALL (210) 207-3132 or 207-3133 for more information.

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For more information email Special Programs.

For TTY assistance, call 210-207-3039.


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