Connecticut, also known as the "Nutmeg State," is a pretty peculiar place, my young friends. It's a tiny gem tucked between New York and Massachusetts, just like a secret diary hidden between two giant encyclopedias. And you won't believe this, but it's teeming with music-loving kids just like you! Meet our cool imaginary character, Sir Rhythm-a-Lot, a whimsical unicorn with a vibrating guitar for a tail! He uses his magical melodies to travel across this enchanting land from the sandy shores of Mystic to the rolling green hills of Litchfield. Now, these Connecticut kids have a unique trait. When they're born, instead of crying like regular babies, they come into the world humming a tune, crooning a ballad, or even belting out a rock anthem (I heard rumors about a baby belting out a Bon Jovi number, but that's still under investigation). From the Ivy-League town of New Haven, where the musical toddlers tune pianos before they can even speak, to the charming city of Hartford, where schoolkids form bands in their treehouses, Connecticut is a musical marvel. Sir Rhythm-a-Lot loves visiting the junior jazz festivals in Stamford and the kiddie rock concerts in Bridgeport. One day, he had a funny encounter in Greenwich! A pint-sized violin virtuoso challenged him to a music duel. The little virtuoso played Mozart so well that Sir Rhythm-a-Lot's guitar-tail started doing the cha-cha-cha! So, my young friends, remember, from the symphonies of the seashore to the ballads of the backwoods, Connecticut is one magical musical masterpiece!

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
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Welcome to the world of music and Guitars Plus! Joseph Monde, the founder of Guitars Plus, invites you to explore his studio located in Southbury, CT. With over 37 years of experience in teaching music, Joseph and his staff of professional instructors are dedicated to helping students of all ages, levels, and styles. Whether you are an absolute beginner or an advanced player, whether you are interested in classical, jazz, rock, blues or any other style, our studio is the perfect place to learn and grow musically. We offer lessons in acoustic guitar, electric guitar, classical guitar, bass guitar, piano, drums, violin, viola, cello, stand-up bass, banjo, mandolin and ukulele. Our instructors are committed to providing personalized instruction in private and semi-private lessons as well as student’s home lessons, and everyone’s first lesson is free.

Southbury, CT 06488
5(1 review)