Community Enrichment & Kids' College
From beginning piano and guitar classes to opera workshops, jazz ensembles and even opportunities to join a community concert band, Amarillo College has a world of musical opportunities from which to choose.
Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles
*Most ensembles are open to students ages 15 and up and are subject to instructor approval as noted.
The following are offered in the Fall and Spring:
- Amarillo Master Chorale - subject to instructor approval
- Brass Ensemble
- Chamber Orchestra
- Community Concert Band
- Concert Choir - subject to instructor approval
- Guitar Class
- Guitar Ensemble - subject to instructor approval
- Jazz Ensemble - subject to instructor approval
- Amarillo Opera Workshop - subject to instructor approval
- Mariachi
- Piano Ensemble
For more information and to register for any of the above, click the button below:
Private Lessons
Private Music Lessons Ages 15-Adult
- Spots are limited; instructor assignment subject to department approval and availability. Payment is due at registration.
- Complete the private lesson info form below for information on registering.
Private lessons currently available in:
- Baritone/Euphonium
- Bass (Upright and Electric)
- Bassoon
- Cello
- Flute
- Guitar
- Harp
- Horn
- Jazz Studies
- Percussion
- Piano
- Trombone
- Trumpet
- Tuba
- Violin
- Viola
- Voice
Full Semester Private Lesson
$650.00
- Individual instruction based on teacher availability.
- Meets weekly for one hour for the 16 week semester.
Half-Semester I & II Music Private Lesson
$325.00
- Individual instruction based on teacher availability.
- Meets weekly for one hour for an 8 week term.
For more information on how to be permitted to register, please fill out the form at this link:
Child/Youth Group Lessons and Camps
AC offers music classes and camps for children and teens of all skill levels to expand the musical horizons of any child from age 3 to 18.
- Students 15 and up are allowed to register for the continuing education ensemble offerings listed above.
- Summer camp registration typically opens mid-April for the upcoming summer.
Amarillo College Suzuki Program
AC's kids music offerings include the renowned Suzuki Program. Since 1977, the AC Suzuki Program has offered highly qualified and trained Suzuki instructors to support and train growing talent in all students, ages 3-18.
This supportive learning environment is the perfect place for parents and children to develop a creative, cooperative learning partnership and learn to play the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, guitar, flute, piano, and harp.
- Weekly private and group instruction, monthly play-ins, solo recitals, and the annual group recital are all components of this complete Suzuki experience.
- Each student's schedule is built individually from the course section offerings in Suzuki, therefore, in-person registration is required for the bulk of the program.
For additional information please click the button below or call (806) 371-5340.
AC Music Student Code of Conduct
A high standard for student conduct is expected from all community members and Amarillo College Students enrolled in any course to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all students and faculty.
Please read the AC Music Student Code of Conduct below for more information:
Contact Us
Mailing Address
Amarillo College
Attention: Music Dept.
PO Box 447
Amarillo, TX 79178
Faculty|Staff
Camille Day Nies
Music & Theatre Chair
Tiffany McDaniel
Music & Suzuki Administrative Assistant
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