It’s time to play again! Guitar, Piano, Violin, Japanese Percussion Drums (Taiko & Odaiko), or any wind or percussion instrument you choose, there is a program for you at Palo Alto Adult School. Palo Alto Adult School is also the home of the Peninsula Symphonic Band with concerts scheduled each quarter. Check out our various offerings and enjoy the music!
The instructor will go over the basics and more in this workshop! Learn More
Duration: One Session
Date range: Aug 27
Day(s) of the week: Tue
Time: 6–7 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 30
Price: No Fee
Instructor: Dr. Chag-Hee Lee chlee@pausd.org
Do you want to learn how to play the guitar? It’s never too late to begin! Learn More
Duration: 10 wks
Date range: Sep 11 - Nov 13
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Time: 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 30
Price: $100
Instructor: Bowen Zheng, passengerave@gmail.com
This class is designed for students who have had some music experience in the past (doesn’t have to be guitar). Learn More
Duration: 10 wks
Date range: Sep 11 - Nov 13
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 30
Price: $150
Instructor: Bowen Zheng, passengerave@gmail.com
Limber up your fingers and get ready to learn to play the piano or renew your past skills! Learn More and Register
Duration: 9 wks (3 levels)
Date range: Sep 11 - Nov 6
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 305
Price: $90
Instructor: Kathy Woveris, kwoveris@gmail.com
Have you ever dreamed of playing the violin? Then this class is for you! You will learn the basic techniques of playing violin. Learn More
Duration: 11 wks
Date range: Sep 10 - Dec 3
(No class: Nov 5 & Nov 26.)
Day(s) of the week: Tue
Time: 7–8 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 30
Price: $110
Instructor: Dr. Chag-Hee Lee, chlee@pausd.org
This is a continuation of the Violin: Intro class for students who desire to refine their technique and skills in a group setting. Learn More
Duration: 11 wks
Date range: Sep 10 - Dec 3
(No class: Nov 5 & Nov 26.)
Day(s) of the week: Tue
Time: 8–9:30 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 30
Price: $165
Instructor: Dr. Chag-Hee Lee, chlee@pausd.org
Taiko is the art of Japanese drumming, which develops self-expression and musical creativity. Learn More and Register
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Time: 8–10 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Student Ctr
Instructor: Kensuke Sumii, info@drumrevolution.com
Be part of one of the best chamber symphony orchestras in the Bay Area peninsula! Learn More
Duration: 10 wks
Date range: Sep 12 - Nov 14
Day(s) of the week: Thu
Time: 7:30–10 p.m.
Location: Los Altos United Methodist Ch
Price: $55
Instructor: David Ramadanoff, info@mastersinfonia.org, www.mastersinfonia.org
Experience the thrill of performance in this fully instrumental band for experienced players of wind and mallet-rhythm percussion instruments! Learn More
Duration: 10 wks
Date range: Sep 9 - Nov 18
(No class: Nov 11.)
Day(s) of the week: Mon
Time: 7:30–10 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 109
Price: $60
Instructor: Ted Henderson, mrhenderson1962@gmail.com
This course is geared towards those who have no musical background, those who play but do not read music, or anyone who is interested in understanding the fundamentals of music. Learn More
Duration: 6 Wks Access / 24 Course Hrs
Day(s) of the week: Starts: Oct 16 | Nov 13 | Dec 18
Location: Online (recorded)
Price: $115
Instructor: Marianne Murawski (ed2go Instructor)