Learn how to play a new instrument or improve existing musical skills with Blue Bear School of Music’s diverse program of group classes, adult band workshops, after-school programs, and Little Bears toddler music classes at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture.

The 11-week group classes begin the week of July 3-11 and run through September 21. Group sessions feature electric, acoustic, rhythm, bass, and lead guitar with classes for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced students. Other group classes cover vocals, ukulele, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and songwriting, and range from $275 to $400.

The 10-week Adult Band Workshops are available in basic and intermediate levels for rock and blues, acoustic rock, modern rock, and more from July 5-12 through September 21. Band workshops cost $415 and culminate with a live performance by band members at a local club.

Young folks in grades two through 12 can participate in after-school programs starting when school resumes in the fall and running through the end of May. Classes offer practice in guitar, voice, rock, songwriting, and more with tuition ranging from $440 to $550 for 12 weeks. Little Bears classes for ages four months to five years old begin July 17 and run through September 1. The 45-minute classes take place in the mornings, Monday through Thursday, and cost $160 for seven weeks, $275 for 12 weeks, or $25 per drop-in session.