Our Approach
All Ages All Stages Band is a completely online ensemble music program that organizes small bands of up to seven members, with spots for guitar, keyboard, bass, drums and woodwind and brass instruments.
Open to musicians of all ages and experience levels — from beginners to advanced players — the program offers four thoughtfully designed levels of music so every participant can engage at a pace that feels right for them while still contributing meaningfully to the ensemble. It is recommended to have at least one year of experience playing your instrument to have the best band experience.
Each session is supported by professionally crafted backing tracks that you can use during rehearsals and continue practicing with afterward, reinforcing independence and musical growth.
Members also have access to an online resource library featuring instructional materials and videos of professional musicians performing each individual part, giving you clear models and additional guidance between sessions. If learning it by ear is your preference, this resource makes this easy with the ability to speed up, slow down and isolate individual parts.
For many musicians, the hardest part of playing in a band isn’t the notes — it’s the pressure. All Ages All Stages Band was created to remove that fear and replace it with confidence. The music doesn’t stop when a mistake happens — it keeps going — and you learn to grow within it rather than fear it. This is made possible by the wonderful mute button and backing tracks. At any time you can press the mute button and I will turn up your backing track to take the pressure is off to make all the mistakes you want on your end, until you feel confident and ready to unmute. Learn more about our online approach on our How it Works page.
In an in-person band situation, this wouldn’t be possible, but with the online element, the mute button and backing tracks will support you if and when you need them. You can keep those mistakes between you and yourself.