Serving the music community of the Wallowa Valley of Eastern Oregon

Serving the music community of the Wallowa Valley of Eastern Oregon

Mission Statement

The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance is dedicated to encouraging the growth of the music community in Oregon's Wallowa County and throughout the rural inland Northwest, by connecting music educators with students, and encouraging a widening participation in music of all genres, with particular emphasis on youth education.

Workshop Registration

Jan 27 2012 - Mar 23 2012
Guitar for Kids
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The Woodshed, Enterprise
Feb 07 2012 - Mar 13 2012
Adult Dulcimer-Tues. Afternoon
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The Woodshed, Enterprise
Feb 07 2012 - Mar 13 2012
Adult Dulcimer-Tues. Evening
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The Woodshed, Enterprise
Feb 10 2012 - Mar 16 2012
Dulcimer for Kids 2012
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The Woodshed, Enterprise
Apr 26 2012 - Apr 29 2012
Spring Strings in the Wallowas 2012
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Wallowa County Bed & Breakfasts, Wallowa County, Oregon
Jul 01 2012 - Jul 07 2012
Dulcimer Week in the Wallowas 2012
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Wallowa Lake Camp & Retreat Center, Joseph, OR

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Welcome to the Wallowa Valley Music Alliance
Guitar for Kids PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Thursday, 12 January 2012 12:24
Wallowa Valley Music Alliance resumes Guitar for Kids classes Friday, January 27, 2012
The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance will be starting another session of guitar classes for kids as part of their Musical Expressions for Youth program. Level 1 class is for kids who are just starting out or need to review and will cover absolute basics of tuning, holding guitar, strumming with a pick, easy chords and simple songs. Students must have their own instrument, some loaners available. Level 2 class is for kids who have completed Level 1 or have comparable skills and will include expanding song repertoire, learning more chords and techniques. Instructor is Janis Carper, 30 minute classes are at 10:00 and 10:30 AM on Friday mornings at The Woodshed, 705 S. River Street, Enterprise. Register online using the link at right or contact the Music Alliance at 541-426-3390. Fee for the 8 week session is $75 per student.
 
“Discover the Dulcimer” Open House & New Classes PDF Print E-mail
Written by Heidi Muller   
Friday, 20 January 2012 16:24

Come Friday, February 3 for our “Discover the Dulcimer” Open House at the Woodshed from 11:30-1:00!  Heidi Muller will play some of her own instruments and give a hands-on demonstration helping visitors to try out student dulcimers. They're easy to play!  Children, parents and adults of all ages are invited. Come find out what a dulcimer is, and enjoy some light refreshments. If you get inspired, sign up for one of our new Dulcimer Classes. Pre-registration is required; you may register in person on Feb. 3, online at the WVMA website or by mail. The following classes will be offered:

Beginners’ Dulcimer for Adults begins Tuesday, February 7 - choose either a daytime class from 1:30 to 3:00 or an evening class from 6:00 to 7:30. Classes will run for six weeks through March 13. Cost is $95 including handouts. A limited number of rental dulcimers are available but must be reserved in advance. There will also be dulcimers available for purchase.

Dulcimer Class for Kids will start on Friday, February 10 from 11:15 to 12:00 noon. Recommended ages are 7 to 12. The class will run for five Fridays through March 16. Student dulcimers can be checked out for the duration of the class by students’ parents and can be purchased if desired. The cost of the class series is $30.00. A few scholarships may be available; contact Heidi Muller if this might make it more likely that a child could attend.

If you wish to purchase or rent a dulcimer, or have any other questions about registration or class, please contact Heidi Muller at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call (541) 426-3204.

 

 

Last Updated on Wednesday, 25 January 2012 21:46
 
Spring Strings in the Wallowas 2012 PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Wednesday, 25 January 2012 23:00

The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance in cooperation with Wallowa County Bed and Breakfasts presents the 6th annual Spring Strings in the Wallowas April 26-29-, 2012; an exciting weekend retreat for string chamber music players (violin, viola, cello) designed to celebrate and explore music for string quartets and other small string ensembles.

Participants are invited to bring along their favorite string ensemble music and enjoy the solitude and majestic beauty of early spring in the Wallowa Mountains. Enjoy delicious catered meals featuring the bounty of Eastern Oregon, fellowship opportunities with other string musicians, and the gracious hospitality of Wallowa County's bed & breakfast inns. A variety of cultural and recreational opportunities for spouses and traveling companions are available.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 25 January 2012 23:35
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Tunesmith Night - Saturday, February 11 PDF Print E-mail
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Sunday, 22 January 2012 10:05

Tunesmith NightHard to believe we’re already halfway through the 2011-2012 Tunesmith Night season! Record crowds and excellent songwriting has been the norm so far, and we don’t anticipate that changing any time soon! February’s show will feature Charlie Sutton from Moscow, Idaho, Heidi Muller, formerly from Charleston, West Virginia and now from Wallowa County, and Brent Smith, La Grande, Oregon.

Last Updated on Monday, 23 January 2012 14:24
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