Marimba and Mbira Classes

Learn about Zimbabwe music and culture while having fun! Marimba classes are offered to adults and children for a 32-week period over three quarters beginning in September. Mbira lessons are offered on a class by class basis. If you are interested in joining a marimba or mbira class contact Executive Director Gary Spalter.

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Tuition & Membership

Tuition for Kutsinhira members is $18 per class and $20 for non-members.  Students are entitled to a 20% discount on any additional class taken in the same quarter.  A yearly membership (which runs from September to August) is $50 for an individual and $75 for a family. Membership provides reduced tuition for classes and workshops, plus newsletters, email notification of events, participation in our annual membership meeting/party, discounts on CDs, t-shirts, concerts, etc.  Tuition assistance is available on a limited basis for those seeking financial help.

Mid-year Enrollment

Beginning classes are not offered every term of the year. Accommodations can be made to enroll new players in on-going classes with private tutoring and free observations in those classes. To be added to a list of interested students or get information about enrolling in on-going classes or private tutoring contact Executive Director Gary Spalter. With other questions feel free to contact Executive Director Gary Spalter. We hope to see you in class soon!