Pick up guitar or mandolin in small four-class sessions, from absolute beginner to advanced. For families, Common Tone runs music classes for babies and kids, playgroups and mini camps, and kids ages 5 to 8 can take the stage in our Take A Bow musical theater course.
Manor Mill is in Monkton, in Northern Baltimore County, near Harford County and southern Pennsylvania and 20 minutes from Baltimore City.
Beth Pacione with Common Tone
Take A Bow! introduces early elementary students to the world of theater! Join us this fall for our production of Squirm! by John Jacobson & John Higgans.Join the wiggles and squiggles as the Itsy Bitsy Spider, Daddy Long Legs, Hook Worm, Snake, and a host of other critters take over the stage. But wait! No need to scream, just listen carefully and you will learn how things that make us squirm can be A-okay!Students will practice dialogue, music, dancing and make costumes and props for our stage.. Students will discover how to use expression, body language, and voice to add their own unique creative energy to all types of magical characters. Join our inviting, creative, and safe environment where your little actor will be able to step into the spotlight!All of our classes will culminate in a show on November 15!This course meets on Sundays, September 6 - November 15, 10-11:30AM.
$175.00 drop-in
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Beth Pacione with Common Tone
Take A Bow! introduces early elementary students to the world of theater! Join us this fall for our production of Squirm! by John Jacobson & John Higgans.Join the wiggles and squiggles as the Itsy Bitsy Spider, Daddy Long Legs, Hook Worm, Snake, and a host of other critters take over the stage. But wait! No need to scream, just listen carefully and you will learn how things that make us squirm can be A-okay!Students will practice dialogue, music, dancing and make costumes and props for our stage.. Students will discover how to use expression, body language, and voice to add their own unique creative energy to all types of magical characters. Join our inviting, creative, and safe environment where your little actor will be able to step into the spotlight!This course is for children ages 5 - 8.This course is prorated to miss the first class on Sunday, September 6. All of our classes will culminate in a show on November 15!This course meets on Sundays, September 13 - November 15, 10-11:30AM.
$160.00 drop-in
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Beth Pacione with Common Tone
Take A Bow! introduces early elementary students to the world of theater! Join us this fall for our production of Squirm! by John Jacobson & John Higgans.Join the wiggles and squiggles as the Itsy Bitsy Spider, Daddy Long Legs, Hook Worm, Snake, and a host of other critters take over the stage. But wait! No need to scream, just listen carefully and you will learn how things that make us squirm can be A-okay!Students will practice dialogue, music, dancing and make costumes and props for our stage.. Students will discover how to use expression, body language, and voice to add their own unique creative energy to all types of magical characters. Join our inviting, creative, and safe environment where your little actor will be able to step into the spotlight!This course is for children ages 5 - 8.This course is prorated to not include the first two classes on 9/6 and 9/13. All of our classes will culminate in a show on November 15!This course meets on Sundays, September 6 - November 15, 10-11:30AM.
$145.00 drop-in
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with Pat Hundley
Do you have a mandolin hanging around that's itching to be played? Does it have all eight strings? If not, bring a set of fresh strings in and we'll get it strung. Sign up for the Absolute Beginner Mandolin Class to learn the string names and how to tune them, how to play fiddle tunes and play basic chords. Old Time tunes and bluegrass songs and techniques will be covered. Ages 14 and up. This will run for 4 weeks: Wed 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 and 10/28 at 4 pm each week. Please bring: a music stand and a playable mandolin.
$120.00 drop-in
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with Pat Hundley
This guitar workshop will concentrate on learning basic chords for beginners focusing on bluegrass, folk and Americana styles. We will start with some basic songs then work together to decide what songs the group wants to learn. Ages 14-adult. No previous experience required. This class will run for 4 weeks: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 and 10/28. Please bring: a music stand and a playable guitar. Guitar buying assistance available at no charge!
$120.00 drop-in
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with Rita Baker-Schmidt
This course will kickstart your journey on the Ukulele. Learn how to tune, the four basic chords, and how-to read a lead sheet in this fun class. You'll walk away knowing the basics and a few easy songs. This course runs for 4 weeks: October 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 11am-11:45am. Pro-rate available if you are joining in late!No previous musical knowledge required. Bring your Uke or borrow one of ours. (In fact, if you don't have uke yet, try on one of ours for the perfect fit before your purchase one!)
$120.00 drop-in
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Beth Pacione & Mike Feathers with Common Tone
Join Common Tone for a weekly kids music class! Commonplay provides interactive moments for caregivers to sing, play instruments, dance, and connect with their child. Children will develop confidence and music appreciation through playful exploration. In every class, you will experience live music that is dynamic and imaginative and will encourage everyone to move, sing, and create together. Grab a scarf and play with us! Common Tone music enrichment programming promotes authentic music exploration. Founded in 2024 by Baltimore-based teachers Mike Feathers and Beth Pacione, Common Tone encourages students of all levels to develop a love for music and a shared desire to explore its boundless possibilities. Through thoughtful curricula, original music, and interactive learning experiences, students explore their creativity and express themselves authentically. Common Tone believes in cultivating a community of dedicated educators and musicians who engage and inspire students by implementing the use of authentic instruments and encouraging self-discovery through music.This class is best for children ages 0-3 years.
$5.00 drop-in
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Katie Ganem with Common Tone
Join Katie from Common Tone Music for a morning of singing, playing, and socializing with other families at Manor Mill.Get to know other families and have opportunities for your child to play and explore at this Friday morning playgroup. Arrive at 10:00 am to enjoy free play, then join circle time led by Katie from Common Tone Music, featuring songs, bubbles, stories, and more. - Ages: 0-4 (Caregiver participation required) - 10:00 am – 10:15/10:20 am: Free Play and Connection - 10:15/10:20 am – 11:00 am: Circle Time - stories, bubbles, movement, and songFounded in 2024 by Baltimore-based teachers Mike Feathers and Beth Pacione, Common Tone encourages students of all levels to develop a love for music and a shared desire to explore its boundless possibilities. Through thoughtful curricula, original music, and interactive learning experiences, students explore their creativity and express themselves authentically. Common Tone believes in cultivating a community of dedicated educators and musicians who engage and inspire students by implementing the use of authentic instruments and encouraging self-discovery through music.
$5.00 drop-in
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with Pat Hundley
This guitar workshop will concentrate on playing up to speed and introducing alternate chords. We will start with some basic songs, then work together to decide what songs the group wants to learn. Ages 14-adult. No previous experience required. This class will run for 4 weeks: Wed 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 and 12/2 at 6pm each week. Please note that this class does not meet on 11/25. Please bring: a music stand and a playable guitar. Guitar buying assistance available at no charge!
$120.00 drop-in
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Beth Pacione with Common Tone
Join us for a special holiday sing-along featuring traditional and original music with Common Tone! If you and your kiddos enjoy songs, music, and dancing, this is perfect for you! FamJam provides interactive moments for caregivers to experience and connect with their child through live music. Let's come together as a community and get your bodies moving and voices singing! About the artists: Common Tone music enrichment programming promotes authentic music exploration. Founded in 2024 by Baltimore-based teachers Mike Feathers and Beth Pacione, Common Tone encourages students of all levels to develop a love for music and a shared desire to explore its boundless possibilities. Through thoughtful curricula, original music, and interactive learning experiences, students explore their creativity and express themselves authentically. Common Tone believes in cultivating a community of dedicated educators and musicians who engage and inspire students by implementing the use of authentic instruments and encouraging self-discovery through music.
$5.00 drop-in
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Let your child shine like the rock star they’ve always dreamed of becoming! Tone Tours is a unique class that provides students with an exciting opportunity to take a deep dive into the captivating world of music through hands-on learning of a single instrument. Instead of enrolling in one-on-one music lessons, this experience provides an opportunity to embrace the joy of playing music as a group. Tone Tours is more than just a music class—it's a nurturing environment where collaboration is key. Children are encouraged to inspire one another, work through challenges together, and provide mutual support as they navigate their musical journey. Watch as your child builds their confidence while having fun and making memories that will inspire creativity! This session of Tone Tours will focus on the fundamentals of the baritone ukulele.Ages 8 - 12. Common Tone will provide all instruments.This is an 8-week class. Class Dates: Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 2, 9, 16, 23.
$160.00 drop-in
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Jacob Garcia-Buñuel with Common Tone
Have you ever wanted to learn how to play your favorite song on the ukulele? If so, then this session of ToneLab is for you! With the guidance of our talented Common Tone teachers, you will learn the fundamental techniques of the baritone ukulele from the ground up, so don’t worry - no prior experience is necessary! By exploring the basics of strumming, chord progressions, and music notation, you will build the necessary skills to play any song. And by using the provided baritone ukulele, every song you learn can be easily transferred to the guitar. Let’s make music together! Adult class: Common Tone can provide instruments.Class Dates: Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 2 and 9.
$120.00 drop-in
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Jacob Garcia-Buñuel with Common Tone
Have you ever wanted to learn how to play your favorite song on the ukulele? If so, then this session of ToneLab is for you! With the guidance of our talented Common Tone teachers, you will learn the fundamental techniques of the baritone ukulele from the ground up, so don’t worry - no prior experience is necessary! By exploring the basics of strumming, chord progressions, and music notation, you will build the necessary skills to play any song. And by using the provided baritone ukulele, every song you learn can be easily transferred to the guitar. Let’s make music together! Adult class: Common Tone can provide instruments.This is the Drop-In Rate Registration!Class Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 2 and 9
$20.00 drop-in
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Common Tone music enrichment programming promotes authentic music exploration. Founded in 2024 by Beth Pacione and Mike Feathers, the organization encourages students of all levels to develop a love for music and a shared desire to explore its boundless possibilities through thoughtful curricula, original music, and interactive learning experiences.
I'm a former Baltimore County Kindergarten teacher that has entertained children at schools, camps, festivals, libraries and other venues for over 45 years. I taught children and young adults guitar for many years through the Rec and Parks at my school. I've been playing guitar for roughly 50 years and mandolin for nine years. I have been focusing on playing bluegrass, fiddle tunes, folk, country and music of the 70's most of those years. I also played guitar in the Big Band in college. I am currently hosting Bluegrass jams periodically at Farmacy Brewing. I really enjoy teaching guitar and mandolin. We have fun and sing along and even learn theory "lite" as well as guitar and mandolin techniques. Join us!
Youtube channel: Pat Hundley
Webpage for children's entertainment: www.pathundley.com
Singer, songwriter, instrumentalist from Hereford. Lifelong musician who started teaching Voice, Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Music Theory about decade ago. Teaches privately in Northern Baltimore County area, former Music Director at EMC Performing Arts Studio in New Freedom, PA. Long-time Music Minister at Our Lady of Grace. Rita is also a Jane Austen enthusiast. She is a life member of the Jane Austen Society of North America, and is a Regional Coordinator Emerta for the Maryland Region. She currently coordinates the Maryland Jane Austen Fest at Oldfields and Manor Mill. Rita is also interested the Ceramics.
Mike is a native of western Pennsylvania and holds a bachelor's degree in music education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a master's degree in percussion performance from Towson University. For the past 11 years, Mike's professional career has given him opportunities to teach instrumental music in many school settings, both public and private, to students in grades 3 through 12. Mike is an active member of the Baltimore music community as a pit musician and is a member of the eclectic indie rock duo, Sweater Electric.
Katie is an actor, singer, writer, and teacher based in Baltimore City. She has a bachelor's degree in musical theatre from Nazareth University and an MFA in classical acting from George Washington University. Katie absolutely loves working with little ones and has a wide variety of experience teaching and entertaining children of all ages. She has been a nanny, a program associate at Port Discovery Children's Museum, a pirate entertainer for Urban Pirates, and a teaching artist with Blue Igloo Playgroup, Imagination Stage, and Unity Dance & Movement. Katie uses her theatricality and creativity to bring the joy of music and movement to her students.
You can learn more about her work at
www.katieganem.com.
Jacob is a Baltimore-raised composer, performer, and music teacher with a lifelong love for storytelling through song. He studied vocal music at the Baltimore School for the Arts and went on to earn a degree in Composition for Film, TV, and Video Games from Berklee College of Music. Jacob has taught music to children from 1 to 8 years old and led engaging music classes for adults with disabilities across Maryland. He has also collaborated with local and regional visual artists, scoring original music for stop-motion animations. Jacob independently writes, records, and performs his own songs under the name Slippy Buñuel.
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