Fall 2025

Beginner Percussion

Tuesday from 6:30-7:30PM

This class is an introductory level where students learn the basics of the percussion and music theory. They will work on Latin American repertoire and traditional technique. No prior experience necessary.

Intermediate Percussion

Tuesday from 5:30-6:30PM

Students in this class have prior knowledge of the instrument, know how to read music and must take a placement audition. They will work on more challenging repertoire, improve their sight-reading skills and keep reinforcing music theory.

Little Genius

Saturdays 9:00-10:00AM

In this class, with a carefully structured curriculum for students 4 - 7 years old, we will focus on basic music skills in a fun and engaging environment. Of the many musical activities that students will participate in - starting on day one, students will begin to learn how to perform traditional Latin American songs. Throughout the class, which may be repeated several times, students begin to gain a fundamental understanding of percussion instruments – including xylophone, claves, tambourines, and shakers; learn about and listen to historically significant composers/musicians in Latin America; and learn basic note reading through singing and playing a variety of instruments (i.e., recorder, violin, guitar, and cuatro). Little Genius students are encouraged to perform in the Student Showcase at the end of each 10-week session – which will highlight their amazing, newly developed, music skills for their families and musical peers.

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30PM

Saturdays 10:00-11:00AM

Ensemble 11:00-12:00PM

The Latin Music Project (LMP) Cuatro and Spanish Guitar Programs support the organization’s mission to maintain Puerto Rican cultural traditions and promote Puerto Rican arts while cultivating pride in Puerto Rican heritage for future generations.

Through their participation in this culturally rich program, students gain an understanding and appreciation of the unique musical heritage of the Cuatro and Spanish guitar in Puerto Rico, as well as acquire skills designed to support lifelong involvement in learning and performing this traditional music.

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30PM

Saturdays 10:00AM-11:00AM

Ensemble at 11:00AM-12:00PM

Intermediate Guitar

Mondays 5:30-6:30pm

In this course, students continue building on skills learned in Beginning Guitar including:

• performing basic/intermediate music notation on guitar

• more advanced right-and-left hand techniques

• basic chord shapes and common chord progressions

• accompanying rhythm/strumming patterns for Latin American styles

• building on their Latin American music repertoire

Skills learned in this course will progressively challenge the student in different and creative ways; and require learning different techniques and knowledge of the instrument. This course also functions as an intro to ensemble playing and students may be asked to participate in an ensemble suited for students of this level. To gain the most benefit, it is recommended that students enroll in this course a minimum of four (4) sessions.

Intermediate Cuatro

Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30PM

In this course students will continue building on skills they learned in Beginning Cuatro. Students will master the basics of reading and writing music notation for the Puerto Rican cuatro, learn more advanced picking and left-hand techniques, add to their chord vocabulary, learn common chord-progressions, and explore a variety of repertoire from different Latin American cultures. This course can only be entered by audition or by recommendation/invitation from teachers.

Beginner Violin

Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30PM

This class is an introductory level where students learn the basics of the violin and music theory. They will work on Latin American repertoire and traditional violin technique as well. No prior experience necessary.

Intermediate Violin

Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30PM

Students in this class have prior knowledge of the instrument, know how to read music and must take a placement audition. They will work on more challenging repertoire, improve their sight-reading skills and keep reinforcing music theory.

Mondays & Thursdays 5:30 - 7:00 pm

This course can only be entered by audition or by recommendation/invitation of one of the teachers. This course focuses on learning a variety of exciting repertoire from traditional Latin, popular music and classical repertoire. It explores advanced techniques for each instrument that will push your music performance to the best of each student’s ability. The LMP offers scholarship opportunities to those who participate, therefore, it is required that students who participate in the LMP participate in a variety of activities throughout the year and attend rehearsals on a regular basis. Parents must also be involved/volunteer with some PRAA related activities.

Beginner Drums

Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30pm

Learn the vibrant rhythms and tonalities of the drums. This new course will be taught by an expert on the field who brings to life captivating sounds of Latin music.

Sound Engineering

Mondays 5:30-6:30PM

This beginner-level course introduces students to the foundational principles of audio engineering. Students will explore how sound works, gaining a solid understanding of its physical properties and how it's captured, shaped, and reproduced. The course covers essential audio equipment and introduces Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), giving students the tools to navigate the digital audio environment with confidence.

Through hands-on projects, students will record, edit, and mix audio, developing core technical skills and creative instincts. In addition to technical training, the course encourages students to think critically about sound in a range of audio disciplines—from music production to film, podcasts, and beyond—helping them build a broader perspective on the role of audio in media and communication.