Students will explore music technique, theory, and fundamentals by understanding and applying multiple musical methods. Musicians will prepare, rehearse, and perform music which will be explored through the lens of the Black Diaspora.  

This class meets EVERY TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS and requires out-of-class studying in preparation for every class. 

This year’s program proudly aligns with Karamu House’s year-round theme:

ROOTED. RESILIENT. RISING in honor of celebrating Karamu's 110th anniversary.

Class Day and times:  Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00-6:30pm

Program Dates: February 4 – March 28, 2026

Performance Dates:  Saturday, March 28, 2026 

Jury Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Jury Time: 5:00 pm

Location: Karamu House, 2355 East 89th Street Cleveland, OH 44106 | Upper Drama Studio

Required Materials: Comfortable movement clothing and sneakers

Annual Registration Fee: $25.00 (non-refundable)

Full Tuition & Sliding-Scale Financial Assistance Available

To request financial aid for class, use promo code ROOTED at checkout to pay only the $25 registration fee at the time of enrollment.  Do not select a payment plan.  You will be contacted by Karamu's finance office with next steps.

A member of our finance team will contact you to collect documents such as paystubs or tax returns to assess your family's financial aid eligibility. We will then provide a tuition award and create a personalized payment plan that meets your needs.

Please Note: The $25 annual registration fee is required for all students, regardless of tuition option.

Contact our Arts Education Department: Maya Nicholson, Arts Education Manager Email: mnicholson@karamuhouse.org Phone: (216) 795-7070 ext. 228

Jury Evaluation Notice:

At the conclusion of each session, all students will participate in a formal jury evaluation. This assessment allows our instructors and program leaders to observe each student's growth, participation, and skill development. The jury process ensures that students are progressing at a pace appropriate to their level and helps determine readiness for advancement into the next level of classes. Students will receive feedback and, if eligible, a recommendation for continued study or promotion.

Senior Tap keeps legacy alive through rhythm and motion. Designed for older adults, this joyful class strengthens mobility, memory, and musicality while honoring the Black roots of American tap. Whether returning to dance or stepping in for the first time, students move with pride and purpose.

This year’s program proudly aligns with Karamu House’s year-round theme:

ROOTED. RESILIENT. RISING in honor of celebrating Karamu's 110th anniversary.

Class Day: Wednesdays

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM 

Program Dates: February 4 – March 28, 2026

Performance Dates:  Saturday, March 28, 2026 

Location: Karamu House, 2355 East 89th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106 | Lower Dance Studio

Required Materials: Comfortable movement clothing and tap shoes

Contact our Arts Education Department: Maya Nicholson, Arts Education Manager Email: mnicholson@karamuhouse.org Phone: (216) 795-7070 ext. 228