Kindermusik

New Music Institute of Kansas City Inc is dedicated to showcasing innovative music through inspiring performances. The organization features the newEar Contemporary Chamber Ensemble, which highlights both past composers and new commissioned works, such as those by Susan Kander. As a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, all contributions to newEar are tax-deductible. The ensemble aims to engage the community with contemporary music experiences, fostering a vibrant cultural landscape in Kansas City. Generated from the website

Larry Beekman Guitar Studio, located in Kansas City, MO, is a renowned establishment led by guitarist and instructor Larry Beekman, who specializes in acoustic classical and finger-style guitar. With a teaching career spanning since 1975, Beekman has gained international recognition for his books of finger-style guitar arrangements, drawing inspiration from a diverse range of music styles including classical, jazz, pop, rock, and folk traditions from around the globe. The studio offers a variety of publications, including method books and music arrangements, catering to guitar enthusiasts of all levels. Additionally, Larry Beekman Guitar Studio hosts student performances and provides resources designed to enhance the learning experience for aspiring musicians. Generated from the website

Dane Justice is a Kansas City-based saxophone performing artist specializing in a colorful, energetic approach to music of all styles and decades. After graduating with a masters in jazz saxophone at the UMKC Conservatory under the mentorship of saxophone legends Dan Thomas and Grammy-winning Bobby Watson in December of 2020, Justice has since been performing across the Midwest -- both as a solo artist as well as a guest performer with multiple bands. His most recent work includes performing for the televised PGA Tour, a brief tour with disco icon Gloria Gaynor and recording for the United Nations. He also teaches a private studio of students and operates two groups for weddings, fine dining, and private events.