The Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center is pleased to coordinate and host the Alexander JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians) Program beginning soon. The Center is pleased to be able to bring this valuable program back to our slate of classes.
Openings are available in the JAM classes which begin in the spring from 5:30 until 6:30pm at the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center’s Educational Complex, 70 Sulphur Springs Road, in Hiddenite. Instruction is given in guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, and upright bass. Class size is limited to 10 students and will practice safety protocol regarding social distancing and wearing masks. Some instrument loans are available on a limited basis.
Returning as instructor will be Sam Childs of Iredell County. Childs and his wife operate Abba’s Music Studio in their home. Sam brings a broad base of experience and expertise in traditional Appalachian style music and a genuine love for the preservation of this musical heritage.
Cost for the 6 week series is $30.00. JAM classes follow school calendar and will be cancelled in the event of school cancellation for any reason. Contact Allison Houchins at 828-632-6966 for Alexander JAM Program classes information or to pre-register. Visit the center’s website at hiddenitearts.org