Kittyko is Kris Kitko, licensed teacher, private music instructor, recording artist, performer, and curriculum developer.

Kittyko Music & Education is private instruction and tutoring offered by Kittyko (Kris Kitko). Students creatively reach across the curriculum to fully engage as learners. In addition to the option to study music in a traditional "music lesson" format, students can:

• Combine language arts & music composition to create slideshows or short films with original soundtracks
• Use technology to transcribe original compositions that can be printed & shared
• Compose music for original short podcasts featuring poetry or stories
• Learn how to use technology to share creative works with others in a variety of formats
• Share (perform) music at community events, such as the Bismarck Street Fair, Designer Genes Buddy Walk, Dakota West Arts Council's Kids Summer Stage, and literally hundreds of opportunities

ALL OF THE ACTIVITIES DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE PART OF MUSIC LESSON TIME--NO EXTRA CHARGE. Using interactive teaching and learning brings the material to life for students and adds meaning. Meaningful activities are crucial for learning!

In the schools: At residencies, workshops, and conferences, Kittyko shares ideas and activities with teachers and students. Music and sound help us teach and learn in all content areas--you don't need to be a musician or music teacher to be creative with music and sound in the classroom! Incorporating these ideas in many aspects of instruction also helps educators with classroom management.
 

So you want to rock?

...or to learn jazz, country, worship music, or even basic home recording?

Book a one-hour slot online OR contact Kittyko via phone, text, or email. Choose an instrument (no experience nec.) Learn the basics of a song. Record with your bandmates, and leave with a CD in hand! 2-4 participants.

OPEN TO CURRENT STUDENTS AND/OR NON-STUDENTS. Workshops are one hour (may be repeated). No further obligation or commitment is required. Payment is requested at the time of the workshop.

To book online, click the "book appointment" button below by your workshop choice. You may register 1-4 students. Workshop minimum: 2. If no one else is registered for the time you want, register a friend or sibling to secure a workshop!

Booking or information by phone: 701-516-3415. Call or text.

Booking by email: kittyko@kittyko.com.

All materials will be provided. Participants will chose from thousands of song options or can suggest a song. Students may bring their own instruments, but studio instruments are available.

All students will receive one recorded CD of their achievements.