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The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music offers a variety of classes and workshops for adults and kids in guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, ensemble classes, and harmony singing. With a light-hearted and song-based learning style, students can begin learning songs immediately in a relaxed and affordable group setting.

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music

Upcoming Classes at The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music

  • Songwriting with Isto

    Each week, we will discuss some different aspects of songwriting (both in terms of lyrics and music). Students will be given songwriting assignments, and the following week we will go over what people have come up with, and discuss some new ideas. People who didn't take the first songwriting class are welcome to sign up as long as they have already written at least one song and are ready to write more. These classes will be held on Zoom. This class...

    Next start date: Monday, Apr 1st, 8–9pm Eastern Time
    Price: $275
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315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn
315 Columbia St
Btwn Rapelye & Woodhull Streets
Brooklyn, New York 11231

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Description

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music offers classes in guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, ensemble classes and harmony singing. They also offer workshops on a variety of musical techniques, styles and histories for adults and kids.

Instructors of this school hope to make learning an instrument both approachable and fun. With a light-hearted, song-based learning style, students begin learning songs immediately.

Their classes are taught in a group setting. This gives the students a relaxed atmosphere in which to learn and a chance to make friends with shared interests, while making classes more affordable. Class levels range from absolute beginners to advanced players.


Reviews of The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music

(4.6-star rating across 41 reviews)
  • Beginning Fiddle

    Anonymous review on 11/17/2022
    Glendon was amazing! So knowledgeable and helpful and a natural teacher-- I came in as a pure beginner and learned so much more than I expected!
  • Ukulele III

    Reviewed by Fran C. on 3/9/2021
    So much fun. Excellent instructor
  • Beginning Guitar

    Anonymous review on 11/10/2020
    I loved this class! Chris was a great teacher and the Zoom format ended up working fairly well for a music class. Definitely recommend!
  • Ukulele I

    Reviewed by Fran C. on 7/21/2020
    Fun class. I'm looking forward to the next session.
  • Online Body Percussion

    Reviewed by Constonsa A. on 6/27/2020
    This was awesome. I had a great time.
  • Online Body Percussion

    Reviewed by Stonsa A. on 6/21/2020
    We had a blast. We would like to continue and possibly look into introduce to my work agency.
  • Online Body Percussion

    Reviewed by Joan B. on 6/21/2020
    I am a director of a Supported Living apartment program for adults with Intellectual disabilities.I did the class with some of the individuals who live in the program it was a great way to spend some time together over zoom and have fun. Definitely something we do again Joan
  • Clawhammer Banjo Workshop Online with Bruce Molsky

    Reviewed by Dani S. on 6/8/2020
    Bruce was great. He kept the class going at a smooth pace while frequently checking in to make sure everyone understood what we were doing and answer everyone’s questions. I learned a lot while having a great time. I’m looking forward to Bruce’s next class!
  • Ukulele I

    Reviewed by Jessica L. on 11/14/2019
    The course was small and intimate and the teacher was very patient. Jalopy is a wonderful neighborhood music school that is truly unique. I'd love to explore music of a different genre, but I think that comes later :)
  • Vocal Harmony Workshop

    Anonymous review on 2/4/2018
    All in all a really helpful, fun class. The instructors broke down harmony in such a way that it was easier to grasp. My one criticism was that the class was overbooked and the room got extremely cramped.
  • Vocal Harmony Workshop

    Anonymous review on 2/1/2018
    Great community, great instructors. Song choices and style wasn't what I'm used to singing but still great practice and learnings. Everyone was very welcoming and supportive. It was a cramped space and seemed to be overbooked, so maybe limiting the class size would be helpful!
  • Beatles Harmony

    Reviewed by Paul L. on 12/22/2016
    Loved learning some of the Beatles early songs and Ernie was a great teacher. Nice and easy and I learned a bunch!
  • Beginning Banjo

    Reviewed by Erin M. on 7/2/2016
    Absolutely loved it. Super relaxed atmosphere and great instructor.
  • Vocal Harmony Basics

    Anonymous review on 1/11/2016
    Always love this class by Phyllis and Don!
  • Old-Time, Early Country Harmony

    Anonymous review on 12/21/2015
    I really enjoy the class. It's fun and challenging.
  • Vocal Harmony Basics

    Anonymous review on 11/16/2015
    I really, really loved Vocal Harmony Basics. As someone who has been picking up on harmonies as I listen to radio and subconsciously training my ear, I wanted to attend the class to delve into harmonies further. The class is for beginners, which I think suited me -- it really confirmed a lot of the things I had discovered on my own but had no one to ask about. The instructors were great -- knowledgeable, encouraging, and open to questions. I would definitely return to another class session!
  • Ukulele I

    Anonymous review on 11/10/2015
    Teacher was not awesome and I didn't feel like the class was challenging or that the teacher cared about us learning. We just did the same thing over and over again.
  • Beginning Fiddle

    Reviewed by Mari C. on 3/9/2024
  • Ukulele III

    Reviewed by Fran C. on 5/25/2021
  • The Songs and Guitar of John Lennon

    Reviewed by Sara V. on 3/9/2021
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who have taken classes at The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music have had positive experiences and walked away with new knowledge and skills. Many students praised the instructors for their knowledge, helpfulness, and ability to create a fun and engaging learning environment. The classes, both in-person and online, were enjoyable and allowed students to learn more than they expected. The Zoom format worked well for music classes, and the instructors kept the class going at a smooth pace while addressing any questions or concerns. Some classes were described as small and intimate, with patient teachers, while others had a great community atmosphere. Quotes: 1. "Glendon was amazing! So knowledgeable and helpful and a natural teacher -- I came in as a pure beginner and learned so much more than I expected!" 2. "Chris was a great teacher and the Zoom format ended up working fairly well for a music class. Definitely recommend it!" 3. "The instructors were great -- knowledgeable, encouraging, and open to questions. I would definitely return to another class session!"

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