About
Caffè Lena School of Music offers small, friendly group music classes for toddlers to seniors. Students learn American roots music, and the program says they also write some new classics.
Programs
- Caffè Lena School of Music — toddlers to seniors · Carries on the folk tradition of music as a social pastime; students learn in small, friendly groups, master a repertoire of American roots music, and write some new classics, too.
- A+Q with Janis Ian (this time Janis brings the questions!) — Instructional class.
- Folk Club Kids — American Roots, Bluegrass, Celtic, Family, Folk class.
- School of Music Slow Jam — American Roots, Bluegrass, Country, Family, Folk Workshop class.
At a glance
- Ages: 0–18 years old
About the provider
Caffè Lena opened in a former woodworking shop in 1960 and is widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. It is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Library of Congress calls Caffè Lena “An American music treasure,” and The GRAMMY Foundation has recognized its contributions to the development of American music. Matt Griffin is the School of Music Director & Facilities Manager.
Please call ahead if you wish to visit outside of show hours. We do not operate an on-site box office.
Last updated August 22, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.