Broadway Bound Musical Theatre Program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in singing in an ensemble, acting, dancing, and solo performances. This ensemble based program will give students the opportunity to perform for the community performing a medley of songs from classic and modern Broadway shows. 

Ages: 10-15

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm

Group classes are an exciting way to learn violin and they can be an early introduction to ensemble music. The course starts with a general introduction of the instrument’s parts, how to take care of it, identify the strings by their name and position on the staff, followed by bow and fingers technique; it then moves on how to play simple songs and at the same time instilling a solid music theory foundation. Other topics will be violin history, a short excursus on fiddle music/technique and different violin repertoires and styles.

Ages: 6-13

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

The Uke Skywalkers ukulele ensemble offers adults the opportunity to play ukulele in a group setting. No prior experience is required to participate in the class and HMF has a limited number of ukuleles available for class use. The session will cover the basic aspects of ukulele performance including; care and tuning, reading tablature, playing simple melodies, chords and rhythm, accompanying others in a group setting. At the end of the semester the ensemble will offer a public performance of songs learned during the class.

Ages: 55 & up

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 2:00-3:00pm

The Pandemonium Steel Drum Band under the direction of Rick Cline is a semester-long ensemble. Pandemonium performs locally at festivals and schools. Participation depends on availability of instruments and the ability to read music.

Ages: 13 and up

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 7:00-9:00pm

The Factory String Band under the direction of Liam Bailey is a semester-long ensemble that explores North American Contra and Square-dance music! This ensemble will incorporate and develop a manageable repertoire of American fiddle tunes in preparation for a proper contra dance to be held at Hart Square.

This ensemble is suitable for most beginners and ALL intermediate players. Appropriate instrumentation will include but will not be limited to, fiddle, flute, whistle, guitar, banjo, mandolin and acoustic bass.

Ages: 11 and up

Day(s): Thursday Feb 8 - May 9 **EVERY OTHER WEEK**

Time: 5:30-7:30

The Hickory Music Factory Jazz Combo under the direction of Rick Hefner, is a semester-long ensemble. The ensemble focuses on the study of the jazz art form, how to improvise, music theory, and playing in a group. The ensemble is for intermediate to advanced students. Students will be expected to be able to sight read music and have a basic understanding of chord theory.

Ages: 15 and up

Day(s): Mondays

Fall Semester: Feb 5- May 6

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Treble Makers music program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in basic music theory, rhythms, discovering instruments, and singing. The program will include games, movement songs, and a chance to perform for the community at the end of the semester. 

Ages: 3-6

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: Feb 6-May 7

Time: 12:30 - 1pm

HMF Chorus Kids, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in the skill of singing in an ensemble, learning to read sheet music, dynamics, music theory, and more! This program will include games, practice worksheets and the chance to perform for the community. 

Ages: 7-10

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 1:15 - 2:15pm

Broadway Bound Musical Theatre Program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in singing in an ensemble, acting, dancing, and solo performances. This ensemble based program will give students the opportunity to perform for the community performing a medley of songs from classic and modern Broadway shows. 

Ages: 10-15

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm

Group classes are an exciting way to learn violin and they can be an early introduction to ensemble music. The course starts with a general introduction of the instrument’s parts, how to take care of it, identify the strings by their name and position on the staff, followed by bow and fingers technique; it then moves on how to play simple songs and at the same time instilling a solid music theory foundation. Other topics will be violin history, a short excursus on fiddle music/technique and different violin repertoires and styles.

Ages: 6-13

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

The Uke Skywalkers ukulele ensemble offers adults the opportunity to play ukulele in a group setting. No prior experience is required to participate in the class and HMF has a limited number of ukuleles available for class use. The session will cover the basic aspects of ukulele performance including; care and tuning, reading tablature, playing simple melodies, chords and rhythm, accompanying others in a group setting. At the end of the semester the ensemble will offer a public performance of songs learned during the class.

Ages: 55 & up

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 2:00-3:00pm

The Hickory Music Factory Jazz Combo under the direction of Rick Hefner, is a semester-long ensemble. The ensemble focuses on the study of the jazz art form, how to improvise, music theory, and playing in a group. The ensemble is for intermediate to advanced students. Students will be expected to be able to sight read music and have a basic understanding of chord theory.

Ages: 15 and up

Day(s): Mondays

Fall Semester: Feb 5- May 6

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Treble Makers music program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in basic music theory, rhythms, discovering instruments, and singing. The program will include games, movement songs, and a chance to perform for the community at the end of the semester. 

Ages: 3-6

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: Feb 6-May 7

Time: 12:30 - 1pm

HMF Chorus Kids, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in the skill of singing in an ensemble, learning to read sheet music, dynamics, music theory, and more! This program will include games, practice worksheets and the chance to perform for the community. 

Ages: 7-10

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 1:15 - 2:15pm

Broadway Bound Musical Theatre Program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in singing in an ensemble, acting, dancing, and solo performances. This ensemble based program will give students the opportunity to perform for the community performing a medley of songs from classic and modern Broadway shows. 

Ages: 10-15

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm

Group classes are an exciting way to learn violin and they can be an early introduction to ensemble music. The course starts with a general introduction of the instrument’s parts, how to take care of it, identify the strings by their name and position on the staff, followed by bow and fingers technique; it then moves on how to play simple songs and at the same time instilling a solid music theory foundation. Other topics will be violin history, a short excursus on fiddle music/technique and different violin repertoires and styles.

Ages: 6-13

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

The Uke Skywalkers ukulele ensemble offers adults the opportunity to play ukulele in a group setting. No prior experience is required to participate in the class and HMF has a limited number of ukuleles available for class use. The session will cover the basic aspects of ukulele performance including; care and tuning, reading tablature, playing simple melodies, chords and rhythm, accompanying others in a group setting. At the end of the semester the ensemble will offer a public performance of songs learned during the class.

Ages: 55 & up

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 2:00-3:00pm

The Pandemonium Steel Drum Band under the direction of Rick Cline is a semester-long ensemble. Pandemonium performs locally at festivals and schools. Participation depends on availability of instruments and the ability to read music.

Ages: 13 and up

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 7:00-9:00pm

The Factory String Band under the direction of Liam Bailey is a semester-long ensemble that explores North American Contra and Square-dance music! This ensemble will incorporate and develop a manageable repertoire of American fiddle tunes in preparation for a proper contra dance to be held at Hart Square.

This ensemble is suitable for most beginners and ALL intermediate players. Appropriate instrumentation will include but will not be limited to, fiddle, flute, whistle, guitar, banjo, mandolin and acoustic bass.

Ages: 11 and up

Day(s): Thursday Feb 8 - May 9 **EVERY OTHER WEEK**

Time: 5:30-7:30

The Hickory Music Factory Jazz Combo under the direction of Rick Hefner, is a semester-long ensemble. The ensemble focuses on the study of the jazz art form, how to improvise, music theory, and playing in a group. The ensemble is for intermediate to advanced students. Students will be expected to be able to sight read music and have a basic understanding of chord theory.

Ages: 15 and up

Day(s): Mondays

Fall Semester: Feb 5- May 6

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Treble Makers music program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in basic music theory, rhythms, discovering instruments, and singing. The program will include games, movement songs, and a chance to perform for the community at the end of the semester. 

Ages: 3-6

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: Feb 6-May 7

Time: 12:30 - 1pm

HMF Chorus Kids, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in the skill of singing in an ensemble, learning to read sheet music, dynamics, music theory, and more! This program will include games, practice worksheets and the chance to perform for the community. 

Ages: 7-10

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 1:15 - 2:15pm

Broadway Bound Musical Theatre Program, facilitated by Ava Miller, will provide students with training in singing in an ensemble, acting, dancing, and solo performances. This ensemble based program will give students the opportunity to perform for the community performing a medley of songs from classic and modern Broadway shows. 

Ages: 10-15

Day(s): Tuesdays

Spring Semester: February 6-May 7

Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm

Group classes are an exciting way to learn violin and they can be an early introduction to ensemble music. The course starts with a general introduction of the instrument’s parts, how to take care of it, identify the strings by their name and position on the staff, followed by bow and fingers technique; it then moves on how to play simple songs and at the same time instilling a solid music theory foundation. Other topics will be violin history, a short excursus on fiddle music/technique and different violin repertoires and styles.

Ages: 6-13

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

The Uke Skywalkers ukulele ensemble offers adults the opportunity to play ukulele in a group setting. No prior experience is required to participate in the class and HMF has a limited number of ukuleles available for class use. The session will cover the basic aspects of ukulele performance including; care and tuning, reading tablature, playing simple melodies, chords and rhythm, accompanying others in a group setting. At the end of the semester the ensemble will offer a public performance of songs learned during the class.

Ages: 55 & up

Day(s): Wednesdays

Spring Semester: February 7-May 8

Time: 2:00-3:00pm

Hickory Music Factory’s annual "Swingin’ Under the Stars" will be held in Downtown Hickory at the "Sails on the Square" on Sunday, May 26th from 6:30-9:30pm. The FREE outdoor event features the Hickory Jazz Orchestra and will perform big band arrangements from the great American songbook. Hickory Music Factory's “Swingin' Under the Stars” was the 2009 winner of the "Best Outdoor Event for NC".

In addition, the Hickory Music Factory will pay tribute to members of the community for their years of dedication and musical contributions. So put on your dancing shoes or bring a chair and relax and enjoy the show!

Would you like to help support this event or become a sponsor? Click the link for more information.

Co-instructed by violinists Maria Grosso and Sarah Goodson, students will learn how to play together in a classical ensemble. Classes will focus on rehearsal time, guide to orchestra and chamber music (instruments, roles, layout, conductor' s hands motions, music styles, music time periods, forms, music theory). In addition, there will be team building music games like, instruments scavenger hunt, music bingo, water games, music board games, music crafts and much more.

Co-instructed by violinists Maria Grosso and Sarah Goodson, students will learn how to play together in a classical ensemble. Classes will focus on rehearsal time, guide to orchestra and chamber music (instruments, roles, layout, conductor' s hands motions, music styles, music time periods, forms, music theory). In addition, there will be team building music games like, instruments scavenger hunt, music bingo, water games, music board games, music crafts and much more.

Co-instructed by violinists Maria Grosso and Sarah Goodson, students will learn how to play together in a classical ensemble. Classes will focus on rehearsal time, guide to orchestra and chamber music (instruments, roles, layout, conductor' s hands motions, music styles, music time periods, forms, music theory). In addition, there will be team building music games like, instruments scavenger hunt, music bingo, water games, music board games, music crafts and much more.

Co-instructed by violinists Maria Grosso and Sarah Goodson, students will learn how to play together in a classical ensemble. Classes will focus on rehearsal time, guide to orchestra and chamber music (instruments, roles, layout, conductor' s hands motions, music styles, music time periods, forms, music theory). In addition, there will be team building music games like, instruments scavenger hunt, music bingo, water games, music board games, music crafts and much more.

Co-instructed by violinists Maria Grosso and Sarah Goodson, students will learn how to play together in a classical ensemble. Classes will focus on rehearsal time, guide to orchestra and chamber music (instruments, roles, layout, conductor' s hands motions, music styles, music time periods, forms, music theory). In addition, there will be team building music games like, instruments scavenger hunt, music bingo, water games, music board games, music crafts and much more.

Rick Cline's annual Steel Drum Workshop. Participants will play various songs on traditional steel drums from Trinidad, as well as learn the history and evolution of this exotic instrument.

Ages: 12 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Rick Cline's annual African Drumming Workshop. Participants will learn traditional West African songs/rhythms and their meanings as well as how to improvise and "speak" with their drum.

Ages: 7 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Rick Cline's annual Steel Drum Workshop. Participants will play various songs on traditional steel drums from Trinidad, as well as learn the history and evolution of this exotic instrument.

Ages: 12 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Rick Cline's annual African Drumming Workshop. Participants will learn traditional West African songs/rhythms and their meanings as well as how to improvise and "speak" with their drum.

Ages: 7 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Rick Cline's annual Steel Drum Workshop. Participants will play various songs on traditional steel drums from Trinidad, as well as learn the history and evolution of this exotic instrument.

Ages: 12 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Rick Cline's annual African Drumming Workshop. Participants will learn traditional West African songs/rhythms and their meanings as well as how to improvise and "speak" with their drum.

Ages: 7 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Rick Cline's annual Steel Drum Workshop. Participants will play various songs on traditional steel drums from Trinidad, as well as learn the history and evolution of this exotic instrument.

Ages: 12 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Rick Cline's annual African Drumming Workshop. Participants will learn traditional West African songs/rhythms and their meanings as well as how to improvise and "speak" with their drum.

Ages: 7 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Rick Cline's annual Steel Drum Workshop. Participants will play various songs on traditional steel drums from Trinidad, as well as learn the history and evolution of this exotic instrument.

Ages: 12 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Rick Cline's annual African Drumming Workshop. Participants will learn traditional West African songs/rhythms and their meanings as well as how to improvise and "speak" with their drum.

Ages: 7 and up

Date(s): June 17-21

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Students will rehearse throughout the week with their band and learn the essentials needed to perform on stage. There will be classes/clinics focusing on song writing, stage performance, and music history. The week will end with the students playing a concert on Friday night.

Ages: 12 -17

Date(s): July 8-12

Time: 9-2:30pm

Students will rehearse throughout the week with their band and learn the essentials needed to perform on stage. There will be classes/clinics focusing on song writing, stage performance, and music history. The week will end with the students playing a concert on Friday night.

Ages: 12 -17

Date(s): July 8-12

Time: 9-2:30pm

Students will rehearse throughout the week with their band and learn the essentials needed to perform on stage. There will be classes/clinics focusing on song writing, stage performance, and music history. The week will end with the students playing a concert on Friday night.

Ages: 12 -17

Date(s): July 8-12

Time: 9-2:30pm

Students will rehearse throughout the week with their band and learn the essentials needed to perform on stage. There will be classes/clinics focusing on song writing, stage performance, and music history. The week will end with the students playing a concert on Friday night.

Ages: 12 -17

Date(s): July 8-12

Time: 9-2:30pm

Students will rehearse throughout the week with their band and learn the essentials needed to perform on stage. There will be classes/clinics focusing on song writing, stage performance, and music history. The week will end with the students playing a concert on Friday night.

Ages: 12 -17

Date(s): July 8-12

Time: 9-2:30pm

The Hickory Music Factory’s drumming studios offer a yearly drum set concert for HMF students. The Drum Expo takes place on the front lawn of the Hickory Music Factory and serves as a mid year recital for students to perform. “EXPO”, is short for EXPOSITION, which means talent show. Students will pick a song to perform and practice it with their instructor leading up to the concert. The event is free and open to the public to come and watch.

Date(s): September 7

Time: 9am, 10:30am, 12pm