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9 - 18+ yrs
Adult participation optionalSat, Mar 8, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025
10:00am - 11:00am CST
Daniel R.
Class Experience
ESPAÑOL
[see below for ENGLISH description]
Ahora tú puedes aprender a tocar guitarra y a conocer la cultura mexicana con Sones de México Ensemble.
¡Los padres también se pueden inscribir y aprender sobre la música y la cultura de México junto con sus hijos! Tenemos descuentos familiares para hermanos, primos, abuelos, padres e hijos que quieran aprender a tocar guitarra juntos. También aceptamos adultos sin niños interesados en aprender en un ambiente familiar.
Las clases son en español y el repertorio se deriva del folclor mexicano. Sin embargo, las bases musicales y la teoría que aprenderán se pueden aplicar en cualquier estilo de música.
En el NIVEL 1, los estudiantes aprenden a sujetar, afinar y cuidar de su guitarra. También aprenden sus primeros diez acordes y seis canciones mientras aprenden sobre la historia y la geografía de México.
¡Inscríbete ahora!
Para preguntas sobre la clase o las inscripciones, contáctanos al (773) 354-7663 o education@sonesdemexico.com
Cada estudiante debe traer su propia guitarra. Si aún no tienes una guitarra, llámanos y pregunta sobre guitarras a precios razonables.
Descuentos:
$168 - Gran Descuento - Inscríbete a más tardar diciembre 12 y ahorra $48
$180 - Super Ahorrador - Inscríbete a más tardar enero 6 y ahorra $36
$198 - Madrugador - Inscríbete a más tardar febrero 17 y ahorra $18
$216 - Regular - No se aceptarán inscripciones después de 4 semanas de clase (ver pases "Por Día")
Descuento Familiar - Inscribe a dos o más familiares al mismo tiempo y recibe un descuento adicional automático de $20 a la hora de pagar.
Becas:
Ofrecemos financiamiento y becas parciales y completas para familias necesitadas mientras haya fondos disponibles. Contacta a Juan Díes al (773) 354-7663 para solicitudes.
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ENGLISH
[ver arriba para descripción en ESPAÑOL]
Now you can learn to play guitar and learn about Mexican culture with Sones de México Ensemble.
Parents can also sign up and bond with their children by learning music and culture of Mexico together! We have family discounts for siblings, cousins, grandparents, parents and children who want to learn to play guitar together. We also welcome adults without kids who are willing to learn in a family oriented environment.
The classes are in Spanish and the repertoire is based on Mexican folk music. However, the musical training and theory students receive is applicable to any style of music.
In LEVEL 1, students learn how to hold and tune their guitar, and how to play their first six chords and at least six songs. They also learn about the history and geography of Mexico.
Register now!
For questions about the class and registration call us at (773) 354-7663 or write to education@sonesdemexico.com.
Please bring a guitar! If you do not yet own a guitar, call us about affordable options.
Discounts:
$168 - Deep Discount - Register no later than December 12 and save $48
$180 - Super Early Bird - Register no later than January 6 and save $36
$198 - Early Bird - Register no later than February 17 and save $18
$216 - Regular - Late registration ends 4 weeks after classes begin (after this consider a "Day Pass")
Family Discount - Register two or more family members at the same time and save an additional $20 off automatically at checkout.
Scholarships:
We offer financing options and also full and partial scholarships for families in need while available funding lasts. Contact Juan Dies at (773) 354-7663 to submit scholarship requests.
Class Requirements
- Cada estudiante debe traer su propia guitarra. Si aún no tienes una guitarra, llámanos y pregunta sobre alternativas a precios razonables.
- Please bring a guitar! If you do not yet own a guitar, call us about affordable options.
What you'll learn
- En el NIVEL 1, los estudiantes aprenden a sujetar, afinar y cuidar de su guitarra. También aprenden sus primeros 10 acordes y 6 canciones mientras aprenden sobre la historia y la geografía de México.
- In LEVEL 1, students learn how to hold and tune their guitar, and how to play their first 10 chords and 6 songs. They also learn about the history and geography of Mexico.
Other Things To Know
Pueden inscribirse los padres con sus hijos y adultos sin niños para aprender todos juntos en un ambiente familiar. / We welcome parents to sign up with their children and adults without children to learn together in a family environment.
• Recomendamos que los estudiantes practiquen los ejercicios que el maestro indique por lo menos 5 minutos todos los días.
• Students should practice the exercises recommended by the teacher at least 5 minutes every day.
What To Bring
- Guitarra / Guitar
- Libro de texto de NIVEL 1 (proporcionado el primer día de clase, tráigalo todas las semanas) / LEVEL 1 Lesson Book (provided first day of class, please bring back every week).
- Pluma o lápiz / Writing Utensil
- Afinador / Tuner
Reviews for Guitar Class Level 1
5.0 out of 5
Based on 4 activity ratings
Jeannifer H.
Nov 12, 2022
Loved:
I love that my daughter is enjoying and learning at the same time in a bilingual Spanish/English class and She likes her teacher!
Guitar Class Level 1
Location: ROGERS PARK: Centro Romero
Gabriela Z.
Nov 6, 2022
Loved:
I like how clear the teaching is and also the history of the songs!
Improvements:
Everything is great
Guitar Class Level 1
Location: ROGERS PARK: Centro Romero
Ilsi C.
Nov 6, 2022
Loved:
I love that they go at a pase that my daughters can learn well doing it
Improvements:
I have seen that nothing that needs to be improve so far. Everything is great
Guitar Class Level 1
Location: ROGERS PARK: Centro Romero
Reviews for Sones de Mexico Ensemble
4.9 out of 5
Based on 29 provider ratings
David R.
Oct 27, 2024
Loved:
The efforts of the instructors to explain and give you the ability to preform
Improvements:
Perfect
Guitar Class Level 2
Location: PILSEN/LITTLE VILLAGE: Arturo Velasquez Institute Westside Tech City College | Instructor: Daniel Rojas
Response from Sones de Mexico Ensemble
Muchas gracias David!
CARINA S.
Apr 23, 2024
Loved:
I learn new things
Improvements:
With musical stands. Support with audiovisual material so that the instructor has tools to teach his class.
Violin Class Level 2
Location: PILSEN/LITTLE VILLAGE: Arturo Velasquez Institute Westside Tech City College | Instructor: Erendira Izguerra
Sones de Mexico Ensemble Location
PILSEN/LITTLE VILLAGE: Arturo Velasquez Institute Westside Tech City College
2800 S Western Ave, Rooms 1108 & 1310, Chicago, IL 60608
Meet your Instructor
Daniel R.
About Sones de Mexico Ensemble
MISSION
The mission of Sones de México Ensemble is to promote greater appreciation of Mexican folk and traditional music and culture through innovative performance, education, and dissemination.
CORE VALUES
In all of our operations, we are committed to
1. Maintaining the highest levels of excellence and professionalism in everything we do.
2. Remaining true to and knowledgeable about the traditions we represent.
3. Educating people about the wealth and depth of Mexican folk music culture.
4. Creating engaging experiences for the public and delivering extraordinary entertainment and learning value.
5. Being innovative with our music and sound.
6. Inspiring others to explore their cultural heritage.
7. Being accessible to and encouraging of anyone who wants to learn more about Mexican folk music and culture.
8. Being supportive of other musicians who share our values and engaging in mutually beneficial collaborations.
9. Establishing Mexican son as a component of the American music vocabulary.
10. Being a sustainable and fiscally responsible operation.
