Welcome to Upbeat Performing Arts!
Helping Young Musicians & Performers
Reach their Potential
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Join our orchestra, band, choir, guitar ensemble,
or musical theater program today!
See details below.
Registration Now Open for 2024-2025 Year!
Parent Information Meeting (Optional)
Wednesday, August 14th, 7pm
Bountiful Music
365 N Main St. Bountiful, UT 84010)
Get information on renting or buying instruments for beginners, have the opportunity to ask questions, and get a sample of what we will be experiencing throughout the year!
Please RSVP via this link: https://forms.gle/fLtACBeV6hKx36rW9
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Upbeat Opening Social
Friday, September 6th, 12:30-2:00pm
Church Bowery
720 E 550 N Bountiful, UT 84010
​Bring a lunch and meet your new friends and directors! Dessert will be provided.
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We will be holding optional monthly socials on the first Friday of every month at 12:30pm.​​​​
Prices & Tuition
Registration Fee: $10/person
(Reserves your spot + this year's Upbeat
Performing Arts T-shirt,
paid per individual, not per group)
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SEMESTER 1: Sept 9th - Dec 3rd (3 months)
Cost: $50/month or $135/Fall Semester**
(Includes rehearsal materials
& performance fees)
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SEMESTER 2: Jan-Apr (4 months)
Dates vary slightly, based on group.
Cost: $50/month or $180/semester**​
(Includes rehearsal materials
& performance fees)
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**TUITION DISCOUNT
· Pay for the full semester upfront, receive a $5 discount per month.
(already reflected in the price above)
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**SIBLING DISCOUNT
· Get an additional $5/month off for each sibling that becomes an Upbeat Musician.
Tuition due by the first day of
class for each semester.
(For those paying monthly, tuition is due by the first class of each month)
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Need financial assistance? Upbeat wants as many of our friends involved as possible.
For need-based scholarships, inquire at upbeatmusicgroups@gmail.com.​​
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REGISTER HERE:
https://forms.gle/qPShpjwZktFietNSA
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ADDITONAL INFO:
We ask that each parent volunteer up to 2 times each semester to help monitor children. 2 needed per rehearsal, but parents are always welcome to stay and observe our rehearsals!​​
2024-2025 Upbeat Calendar
Sept 6: Opening Social, 12:30pm
Sept 9: First Rehearsal
Dec 2: Dress Rehearsal (normal rehearsal time)
Dec 3: Christmas Concert, 7pm (all groups)
TBA: Temple Square Performances (all groups)
Dec 15: Interfaith Choir Concert, 7pm (St. Olaf’s Catholic Church)
Jan 6: First day of 2nd Semester
Jan 8: Musical Theater Auditions Due
Jan 13: First day of Musical Theater Rehearsals
Feb TBA: Abravanel Hall Performance (Intermediate Orchestra)
Apr 1: No Rehearsal (Spring Break)
Apr TBA: Outdoor Band & Orchestra Concert (Farmer’s Market)
Apr 21: Orchestra/Band Dress Rehearsal (normal rehearsal time)
Apr 22: Orchestra/Band Concert, 7pm
May 2-3: Magical Movie Revue Performance​​
Our Classes
At Upbeat Performing Arts, we offer a variety of music classes for kids of all ages and skill levels. Whether your child is passionate about singing, playing an instrument, or performing on stage, we have something for everyone.
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Rehearsals begin on September 9th (week after Labor Day).
ORCHESTRA (Beginning & Intermediate)
Our orchestra classes are designed for kids who want to learn how to play an instrument and perform in a group. In our classes, kids will learn the basics of music theory and technique, as well as how to collaborate with others to create beautiful music. Rehearsals begin in September. Performances in Winter and Spring. We offer both a beginning orchestra (no experience required) and intermediate orchestra (6+ months experience or 1 year of school orchestra).
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Mondays, 1:00 - 1:55pm
Gabrielle Gibbons, Director & Jenny Gibbons, Asst. Director
$50/month or $135/Semester 1, $180/Semester 2**
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Video Submission Required for Intermediate Orchestra
We are asking for each student registering for intermediate orchestra or band to submit a video of a sample of their playing to upbeatmusicgroups@gmail.com. This should be something they feel very confident playing, showcasing their current abilities, Length: 1-minute. Due by August 30th. This is not an audition, simply a way to help the directors get to know your abilities and plan their music accordingly.
CHOIR (Ages 4-18)
Our choir classes are perfect for kids who love to sing! Led by experienced music educators, our classes teach kids the fundamentals of singing, harmonizing, and performing together as a group, along with tried and true vocal techniques that are safe for children that can be applied to any vocal style. Rehearsals begin in September, with multiple performances in December. Ages 4-18
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Mondays, 2:00-2:55pm
Jenny Gibbons, Director
$50/month or $135/Semester 1, $180/Semester 2**
BAND (Intermediate)
Our intermediate band class is designed for kids who want to improve their individual musicianship and perform in a group. In our classes, kids will learn the basics of music theory and technique, as well as how to collaborate with others to create beautiful music. Rehearsals begin in September. Performances in Winter and Spring. Students should have taken 6 months of private lessons or 1 year of school band.
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Mondays, 1:00-1:55pm
Liz Graden, Director
$50/month or $135/Semester 1, $180/Semester 2**
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Video Submission Required for Intermediate Band
We are asking for each student registering for intermediate orchestra or band to submit a video of a sample of their playing to upbeatmusicgroups@gmail.com. This should be something they feel very confident playing, showcasing their current abilities, Length: 1-minute. Due by August 30th. This is not an audition, simply a way to help the directors get to know your abilities and plan their music accordingly.
GUITAR (Beginning)
(Only 20 spots available)
As a professional guitarist, I can tell you that playing guitar really is as fun as it looks. I also know the roadblocks that beginners face when getting started. Please join me as we introduce students to the basics of playing guitar, including fundamentals like hand positions, fingering picking, strumming patterns, chords, rhythms, exploring various music genres, and simple melodies. We will focuses on developing our ear and musicality, building finger strength, working on timing, and understanding basic musical notation. Each musician will gain a solid foundation to help them launch into intermediate playing.
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Mondays, 1:00-1:55pm
Michael Gibbons, Instructor
$50/month or $135/Semester 1, $180/Semester 2**
MUSICAL THEATER (Semester 2)
Our musical theater classes are perfect for kids who love to sing, dance, and act! In our classes, kids will learn the basics of musical theater performance, including singing, dancing, and acting techniques by putting on a full-length production in the Spring. Our 2025 Production will be the Magical Movie Revue, featuring the talents of our Upbeat Performing Arts Theater Cast!
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Begins January 2025
Mondays, 2:00 - 2:55pm (extended rehearsals for lead roles)
Jenny Gibbons, Director & AnnAlyse Chidester, Co-Director
$50/month or $135/Semester 1, $180/Semester 2**