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LESSONFEST Summer 2026
Inviting Students of All Ages to Classes Week of July 6-12, 2026
LESSONFEST 2026 classes coming soon!
See below what was offered on LESSONFEST 2025.
Meet great teachers, play music, make art, and get inspired.
You are invited to join Lessonface's fifth LESSONFEST to explore your interests in 50 online classes with phenomenal instructors. Click on each class for more details and to secure your seat. Enrollment is limited. If you're ready to start learning right away, these instructors are available for private lessons and classes, too. You'll find their profile information on the class pages.
Guitar Classes
Guitar is a popular instrument for a reason! Here you'll find great guitar classes with great teachers to match a variety of interests.
The Art of Accompaniment (Tuesday), Duane Denison (July 8)- Guitar Basics For Beginners, Kevin Fleming (July 9)
- Fingerstyle Guitar For Beginners, Kevin Fleming (July 10)
- Mastering The Caged System, Rod Ferreira (July 10)
- Yo-Guitar, Yoga for Guitarists, Marlene Hutchinson (July 11)
- Rock Guitar 101, Thiago Oliveira (July 11)
- The Art of Accompaniment (Saturday), Duane Denison (July 12)
- Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!, Marlene Hutchinson (July 12)
- Guitar Tips and Tricks, Enrique Uxa (September 7)
Piano Classes
Looking for inspiration on the piano? Try a piano class to refresh your skills or re-inspire you on this versatile instrument.
- Popular Piano Playing Techniques for Elementary Pianists, Donovan Kwan (July 8)
- Effective Piano Sight Reading Techniques for Elementary Classical Pianists, Donovan Kwan (July 10)
- Learn to Play Piano, Gabriel Latis (July 13)
- Hands on the Keys: Getting Started with Blues Piano Licks, Brian Voll (July 13)
Voice Classes
Discover and develop the instrument you are born with in these classes.
- An Introduction to Vocal Resonance, Gloria Nwoke (July 7)
- Mastering Vocal Distortion, Gabriel Bonilha (July 7)
- Pop Singer’s Toolkit, Jillian Comrie (July 8)
- Introduction to Vocal Jazz improvisation, Jatziri Gallegos (July 10)
- Beatboxing Workshop - Beginner To Intermediate Level, Paul Arnett
- Start your Singing Journey!, Tomy Maz (July 11)
- Introduction to Stylistic Elements in Contemporary Singing, Tamis Baron (July 12)
- Introduction to Opera: The Guide to Going to Your First Show!, Aubrey Lauren (July 12)
More Instruments
Violin, clarinet, flute, harmonica classes for your consideration.
- So You Want to Play the Mandolin, Alan Epstein (July 7)
- Intro to Afrilachian Tunes on Uke, Súle Greg Wilson and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 8)
- Ukulele is Fun and Easy, Kevin Fleming (July 8)
- Clarinet in Band - How to Prepare for Competitions, Oscar Zuddas (July 8)
- The Italian Clarinet: Rossini, Mercadante, Donizetti, Bassi, Dalla Giacoma, Berio, Bucchi, Oscar Zuddas (July 9)
- A Prelude To The Correct Body Posture For Flute Playing, Michael Ogbonna (July 12)
- Saxophone - Learning to Play by Ear, Andrew Larsen (July 13)
- Intro to Flute, Erika Andres (July 13)
- Harmonica For Beginners, Federico Linari (July 15)
- Violin Made Easy for Learning, Practice and Playing, Nina Kabbia (October 4)
General Music Classes
Interested in generally becoming a better musician? Here are classes that focus on concepts from improvisation and musicality to sight-reading and playing by ear.
- Keys to Listening to Music . . . In a French Way, Fabrice Muller (July 6)
- Intro to Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging, Aubrey Atwater (July 9)
- Effective Piano Sight Reading Techniques for Elementary Classical Pianists, Donovan Kwan (July 10)
- The Art of Song Interpretation, Louise Gast (July 10)
- Control Your Bow!, Cynthia Drexler (July 13)
Arts & More
Watercolor, embroidery, Spanish, drawing, acting, & more — further nourish your creativity!
- Handweaving Theory: How to Convert any Overshot Pattern to Doubleweave (First offering), Jen Weber (July 8) [SOLD OUT - Join second offering here]
- Ser & Estar - Mystery Solved!, Carolina Amoruso (July 8)
- Knit Faster with Combination Knitting, Jolie Elder and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 9)
- Hindi Express Beginner Course, Prajakta Ranade (July 9)
- Japanese Stab Binding, Anne Murray and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 9)
- Watercolors Made Easy, Joe Synan and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 9)
- Intro to Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging, Aubrey Atwater and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 9)
- Handweaving Theory: How to Convert any Overshot Pattern to Doubleweave (Second offering), Jen Weber (July 10)
- Needle Felt a Pumpkin, Laura Berlage and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 10)
- Draw a Realistic Face at Any Skill Level!, Anthony Galati (July 12)
- Wool Embroidered Heart Ornament, Laura Berlage and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 12)
- Beginning Hand Spinning: Spindles and Wheels, Julie Drogsvold (July 13)
- Story Weaver: Fiber, Music, and Folklore, Laura Berlage and John C. Campbell Folk School (July 13)
- Sew Your Own Pencil Case, Dawn Zillich (October 11)
Enter the Giveaways
Giveaways
Enter the LESSONFEST Giveaways before midnight Eastern Time Sunday, July 13! US-based addresses only.
Ready to Perform?
For many, a big part of music is performing. Express your musical skills to a welcoming audience. Join for your chance to share your gift and accomplishments, and be inspired by what others within the Lessonface community have achieved.
- Open Mic, Leah Kruszewski - FREE (July 27)
- Music Trivia Party!, Aubrey Lauren - FREE (August 9)
- Karaoke Party!, Aubrey Lauren - FREE (September 6)
About Lessonface
Lessonface has been connecting students with great music, language and arts teachers for learning online since 2012. Our mission is to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably. LESSONFEST is one way we massively celebrate our learning universe. By sponsoring these classes we hope to introduce folks to new passions and instructors. Is there a class you think we should add? Let us know here.
Learn, teach, play: Register on Lessonface for free.- Purchase a Lessonface Gift Card.
- Do you run your own online classes? Learn more about how we work with schools, festivals, and brands.
- Are you a music, language, or arts teacher? Find out why the LA Times says "Lessonface pays better than other music lesson apps."
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