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B.L.T.N. Rock Band

Starting Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 | 6:30PM–8:00PM EDT | Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Adult Group Music Programs

B.L.T.N. (Better Late Than Never) is EEA’s adult rock band, directed by Bakithi Kumalo, five-time Grammy winner best know for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland, along with Music Director Chris Jones and Assistant Director Natalia Rahim.

Bakithi leads this group of musicians, who were once too busy to play and now their love of jamming is reborn. Playing at real venues and perfecting their performance skills.

It’s a great way to unwind and socialize in a fun setting and to live the dream!

Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:00 pm, September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, & Final show November 9th at the Artworks Gala.

8 Rehearsals plus show – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

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New Kids on the Rock

Starting Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 | 4:30PM–6:00PM EDT | Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Teen Group Music Programs

New Kids on the Rock
Ages 10 to 17

New Kids on the Rock is a band mentored by Bakithi Kumalo and directed by Music Director Chris Jones. Bakithi has played on five Grammy-winning albums and is best known for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland. The students work on mastering skills such as; playing together as a band, timing, and most importantly, performance and stage presence. At the conclusion of each session, students will perform to exhibit their growth over the session.

All students are required to be proficient at an intermediate level in an instrument of choice in order to participate: vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys, violin, or horns (all instruments are welcome).

Rehearsal Dates:
Tuesdays, 4:30 to 6:00 pm, September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, & November 7 – Final show TBD
Cost: 8 rehearsals plus final show – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

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Rock U

Starting Friday, September 15th, 2023 | 6:30PM–8:00PM EDT | EEA’s Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Adult Group Music Programs
Teen Group Music Programs

Rock U
Ages 16 to 26

Rock U band is a combination of grads and advanced teens, directed by Bakithi Kumalo along with Music Director Chris Jones and Assistant Director Natalia Rahim. Bakithi has played on five Grammy-winning albums and is best known for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland. The students work on mastering skills such as; playing together as a band, timing, and most importantly, performance and stage presence. At the conclusion of each session, students will perform to exhibit their growth over the session.
All students are required to be proficient at an intermediate to advanced level in an instrument of choice in order to participate.: vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys, violin, or horns (all instruments are welcome).

Rehearsal Dates – 8 rehearsals plus final show
Fridays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, & 31 – Final show EEA Gala November 9, 2023.

Cost: 8 rehearsals plus final show – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

Register Online - East End Arts

EEA Rocks

Starting Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 | 6:00PM–7:30PM EDT | EEA’s Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Teen Group Music Programs

EEA Rocks is our inaugural band directed by Bakithi Kumalo along with Assistant Director Natalia Rahim. Bakithi has played on five Grammy-winning albums and is best known for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland. The students work on mastering skills such as; playing together as a band, timing, and most importantly, performance and stage presence. At the conclusion of each session, students will perform to exhibit their growth over the session.
All students are required to be proficient at an intermediate to advanced level in an instrument of choice in order to participate.: vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys, violin, or horns (all instruments are welcome).

Wednesdays, 5:30 to 7:00 pm, 9 weeks, April 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14 & 21st, 2023.

Cost: 9-week semester (8 rehearsals plus final show) – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

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EEA Rocks

Starting Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 | 6:00PM–7:30PM EDT | EEA’s Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Teen Group Music Programs

EEA Rocks is our inaugural band directed by Bakithi Kumalo along with Assistant Director Natalia Rahim. Bakithi has played on five Grammy-winning albums and is best known for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland. The students work on mastering skills such as; playing together as a band, timing, and most importantly, performance and stage presence. At the conclusion of each session, students will perform to exhibit their growth over the session.
All students are required to be proficient at an intermediate to advanced level in an instrument of choice in order to participate.: vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys, violin, or horns (all instruments are welcome).

Wednesdays, 6:00 to 7:30 pm, 9 weeks, April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14, 2023.

Cost: 9-week semester (8 rehearsals plus final show) – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

Register Online - East End Arts

Rock U

Starting Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 | 7:30PM–9:00PM EDT | EEA’s Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Adult Group Music Programs
Teen Group Music Programs

Rock U band is a combination of grads and advanced teens, directed by Bakithi Kumalo along with Assistant Director Natalia Rahim. Bakithi has played on five Grammy-winning albums and is best known for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland. The students work on mastering skills such as; playing together as a band, timing, and most importantly, performance and stage presence. At the conclusion of each session, students will perform to exhibit their growth over the session.
All students are required to be proficient at an intermediate to advanced level in an instrument of choice in order to participate.: vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys, violin, or horns (all instruments are welcome).
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, 9 weeks, April 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14 & 21, 2023.

Cost: 9-week semester (8 rehearsals plus final show) – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

Register Online - East End Arts

B.L.T.N Adult Band

Starting Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 | 7:30PM–9:00PM EDT | Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Adult Group Music Programs

B.L.T.N. (Better Late Than Never) is EEA’s adult rock band, directed by Bakithi Kumalo, five-time Grammy winner best know for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland, along with Assistant Director Natalia Rahim.
Bakithi leads this group of musicians, who were once too busy to play and now their love of jamming is reborn. Playing at real venues and perfecting their performance skills.

It’s a great way to unwind and socialize in a fun setting and to live the dream!

Tuesdays, 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 , 13 & 20, 2023.
9-week semester (8 rehearsals plus final show) – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

EEA Rocks

Starting Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 | 4:30PM–6:00PM EST | EEA’s Carriage House, 2nd Floor

Teen Group Music Programs

EEA Rocks is our inaugural band directed by Bakithi Kumalo along with Assistant Director Natalia Rahim. Bakithi has played on five Grammy-winning albums and is best known for his work with Paul Simon on Graceland. The students work on mastering skills such as; playing together as a band, timing, and most importantly, performance and stage presence. At the conclusion of each session, students will perform to exhibit their growth over the session.
All students are required to be proficient at an intermediate to advanced level in an instrument of choice in order to participate.: vocals, guitar, bass, drums, keys, violin, or horns (all instruments are welcome).
Wednesdays, 4:30 to 6:00 pm (6:00 to 7:30 pm), 9 weeks, February 1, 8, 15, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, & April 12 (final performance) – No rehearsal on February 22 and April 5, 2023.

Cost: 9-week semester (8 rehearsals plus final show) – $280.00, Member Price – 20% discount – $224.00

Register Online - East End Arts

Performance At Hotel Indigo by EEA Rocks, NKOTR and Rock U

Free Concert!

Come out and listen to some of the most talented young musicians at the Ballroom of the Hotel Indigo Long Island – East End, on Wednesday, January 25th at 6 pm.

Led by the great Bakithi Kumalo enjoy a night of amazing music.

Have a bite to eat before or after at the Bistro 72 upstairs.