Sunflower Music School

08/27/2026

Have you ever wanted to play some of your favourite songs? Jam with friends or start a band? This group workshop is designed for adults without experience with the guitar to learn about foundations of playing music alone and with others.

We will learn how about chords, notes on the guitar neck, various strumming and finger-picking patterns, and how to play your favourite songs together.

The material and pacing of our gatherings will be tailored to the level, skill and interests of the participants - you get to suggest the songs we learn!

If you do not have a guitar please do not worry – Guitars can be provided for the for the entire duration of the workshop for a cost of $30 (one-time fee)

If learners are interested, they are encouraged to also enroll in Gentle Intro to Music Theory to assist with their understanding of the various concepts learned during these sessions.

This course is held at Oaklands Neighbourhood House, 2629 Victor Street.

08/27/2026

We will learn about chords, notes, and how to play your favorite tunes together, sing, and accompany each other.

Any type of family unit is welcome to participate - Please register with at least one child and one adult. If you have other instruments that you and/or your children enjoy playing, you are encouraged to bring them along (percussion instruments of various types or the like are all welcome)

If you do not have a ukulele, please do not worry – Ukuleles will be provided for the first session at no additional cost, along with instructions of where and how to rent/purchase your own.

*Both parent and child must be registered*

*If you are registering more than one child, an additional adult must register as well.*

The registration fee is $15/person per class for a total of 7 classes, so $105 each

($210 for a parent and child.)

*please note: there is no class on October 12th*
This course is held at Oaklands Neighbourhood House, 2629 Victor Street.

08/27/2026

Learning music theory can be very beneficial for our understanding of how to play songs, construct chords and learn new music we hear around us, but it is also a bit of a confusing, sometimes scary process.

In this Gentle Introduction to Music Theory, we will try to demystify the core ideas behind notes, various types of chords, scales and how they all combine to create music.

The class is suitable for those who are completely new to music, but also for those who already play an instrument and would like to understand the theory behind what they play in order to improve their abilities. There is no need to have prior knowledge or ability to read sheet music to participate – These are all things we will have an intro on during our sessions.

In class pacing will be tailored to learners’ abilities, needs and questions.

The sessions will combine a theoretical aspect along with a hands-on application to various instruments that learners can use to reinforce their knowledge and understanding.

If you do not have an instrument to work with – Do not worry! One will be provided to you during classes at no additional cost.

This course is held at Oaklands Neighbourhood House, 2629 Victor Street.
*No Class Oct 12*

08/25/2026

08/19/2026

“All together now!” - Paul McCartney

This is a series of sessions for adult (18+) Beatles fans who have a basic or beginner knowledge of how to play the guitar and want to learn how to play and sing some songs together and maybe even learn some of the iconic Beatles harmonies!
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For more details & registration, see Link in our Instagram Bio, or visit:
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We will be working on things like interesting chords, strumming patterns, rhythms, fingerpicking and adding embellishments like walk-downs and hammer-ons. As well as practicing how to play and sing at the same time.

Learners will ideally have at least some very beginner knowledge, a few chords and basic strumming skills.

As with other sessions offered by Sunflower Music School, the material and pacing of our gatherings will be tailored to the level, skill and interests of the participants. We will pick the Beatles songs best suited for the group!

If you do not have a guitar please do not worry – Guitars can be provided for the for the entire duration of the workshop for a cost of $40 (one-time fee).

Questions or concerns about your skill level, accessibility, or other opportunities for group classes? Please connect with us! We’d be happy to help!

08/13/2026

Interested in group lessons but don’t see something that we currently offer? Fill out our short questionnaire by August 31 and let us know what instruments or music lessons you’d like to learn in group sessions!

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Our studio is located at 1921 Fernwood Rd., but we also offer group lessons at community centres. Registrations are currently open for beginner guitar, ukulele and music theory through Oaklands Community Association (see sunflowermusicschool.ca/ to Register today!). We can offer many more instruments, but we before we offer new programming, we want to hear from you!

Please share widely with friends and family that may be interested in music lessons!

08/13/2026

Starting September 21, back by popular demand, join Sunflower Music School and Oaklands Community Association for group music lessons this fall! We have group classes for beginners in Guitar, Ukulele and Music Theory. Parents, register yourself and your child and enjoy learning ukulele together! These exciting and fun group classes are affordable, approachable and perfect for beginners & learners of all ages. Sign up soon because spaces fill up quickly and August is already flying by! Click the link below or visit our website to sign up for group lessons:

SUNFLOWERMUSICSCHOOL.ca/

07/18/2026

Open house today until 4pm. Come and try an instrument - beginners welcome!! Refreshments and snacks available 🌻

07/17/2026

Happening tomorrow! Please join us for our upcoming open house on Saturday July 18 from 11 am - 3 pm!

We’re new to the Fernwood Neighbourhood and would love to meet you! If you’ve ever been curious about music, learning an instrument or just checking out the creative spaces in your neighbourhood, drop in!

There will be instruments to try, light refreshments will be provided and your instructors will be there to meet you! Music is for everyone and we would love to be part of your learning journey! Ask us about lessons - we teach Ukulele, Bass, Guitar, Flute and Piano!

05/30/2026

Allo friends.

We're part of the Fernwood Art Stroll today.
Come say hi :)
Our new space is in the FCAA building, 1921 Fernwood Rd. We will be until 4pm