Garten s sale under way Christmas is coming fast, and we would love to help you shop for the musicians (or aspiring musicians) on your list! December 2018 Specials this month include select Roland digital pianos (pictured at right) that come with a FREE ipad mini (refurbished)! Yamaha and Kawai keyboard instruments are also available. And Lowrey instruments are on special! Ukuleles start at just $29, and all ukes come with a bag and a FREE ukulele class in January! Choose from more than 120 (Wichita s best uke selection) from Kala, Mahalo, Kahuna, Eddy Finn, Diamond Head, Amahi, Alvarez, Islander, Dean, Luna, Ortega and more. ucontinued on Page 3. Feztival of Trees Some Goofin Around Keyboard Class members provided music for the Midian Shrine Feztival of Trees! They also enjoyed looking at the creatively decorated trees. See more photos, Page 5. Thank you for shopping local this season!
Graduation day! Congratulations to our graduates of the Goofin Around Keyboard Class (More 100 Years of Song, Part 2)! Front row, from left: Theresa Hubbard, Janet Adams, Yvonne Coon, Joyce O Dell, Connie Profaizer, Arletta Perrie. Back row, from left: Gary Miley, Nancy Wiard, Beverly Coover, Bill Hall, Brent Kleeman, Wanda Shaw, Marsha Helmer. Not pictured: Floyd Hansen, Brenda Mareda. Congratulations to our graduates of the Goofin Around Keyboard Class (Red Book 3)! From left: Lynette Hasz, Joan Welborn, LaJuan Hutcherson, Sheryl Knott, Lisa Shorter, Diane Gestenslager. Not pictured: Connie Gonzalez, Karen Lundblade. 2
Mark your calendars! Upcoming classes and gatherings at Garten s Music: Organ Club Christmas Lunch Annual event features music and an $11 buffet lunch! If you participate in the optional gift exchange, bring a wrapped gift ($10 value)! 11:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at Spear s L.I.F.E. in Kansas MusicMakers Join the club and enjoy making music with us! 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4 ucontinued from Page 1. Another special: Buy a Pig Hog guitar stand for $19, get a $17 20-foot guitar cable for FREE (choice of colors)! Garten s also features music stands in six colors for $12.50. for adult beginners teaches students to have a blast goofin around at the keyboard! The 10-week class affords students the chance to learn to play in a fun, no-stress (and no recital) environment. We ll even loan you an instrument! FREE introductory class: 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 In addition, we carry guitars, accessories for instruments and numerous music books for the music lover on your list! Band and orchestra instruments are available for rent or purchase. And don t forget our fun-filled accessories that make great stocking stuffers: music-themed socks, jewelry, scarves, bags and more! Financing is available so hurry in today! Like us on Facebook! Facebook.com/gartensmusic Classes starting: Lowrey Magic Red Book 2 starts at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 4 Lowrey Magic theme class (30 Songs for a Better World) starts at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Lowrey Magic Red Book 2 starts at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Lowrey Magic Blue Book 1 starts at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Lowrey Magic Red Book 4 starts at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Lowrey Magic theme class (Fireside Singalong) starts at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 10 Lowrey Magic Red Book 3 starts at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10 Lowrey Magic Red Book 1 starts at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24 3
WMA students earn recognition Wichita Music Academy students recently received their trophies, wristbands and certificates for achieving musical milestones. We are proud of them! Brynlee W. Aiden A. Anabelle A. Noah B. Cooper R. Daphne V. Carley B. Cecelia H. Nevaeh C. Mary Kate M. Cal M. Wyatt H. Joana C. Hayden D. Silas R. For music academy students: Hai N., right, with instructor Andrew The Winter Student Showcases will take place at 1:30, 3:30, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at Clarion Hotel & Suites, 5500 W. Kellogg! Performances will be posted to our YouTube channel, and refreshments will be available. We can t wait to see our students share their talents! Happy winners Congrats to student Ryder Anderson and his dad, Trevor! They referred 3 students to the Wichita Music Academy and won our fall referral contest (4 tickets to Tanganyika Wildlife Park) plus $25 cash. Thank you! 4
Garten s Music will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 25! The Wichita Music Academy will be closed Monday, Dec. 24, through Tuesday, Jan. 1. Enjoy the holidays! ucontinued from Page 1. Talented trumpeter Wichita Music Academy instructor Jacob Carl recently performed in his senior recital at Friends University! He teaches piano, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, saxophone and percussion. Congratulations, Jacob! Merry melodies Lowrey artist Dennis Awe recently visited Wichita to provide workshops and music for Goofin Around Keyboard Class students at Garten s. Thanks, Dennis! 5
The Wichita Music Academy offers instruction in piano, keyboard, guitar, bass, voice, ukulele, flute, tuba, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, clarinet, baritone/ euphonium, violin, viola, cello, drums & percussion! Welcome to new & returning students who signed up for lessons & classes! Frank P. Teresa H. Melissa V. Larry J. Alexis H. Steve T. Bobby B. Geri A. Debra H. Penny R. Judy F. Fred C. Joan W. Sally M. Eva O. Mary R. Debbie B. Melody F. Gannon E. Isabel R. Ella K. Christine N. Nancy S. Vicki J. Gaither W. Arletta P. Carolyn J. Galen F. Noel G. Judy C. Helon S. Lynette H. Rilla R. Pamela T. Happy holidays! This Christmas display greeted those who attended the Feztival of Trees this year! We at Garten s hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year! We look forward to serving you in 2019.