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SARASOTA, FL (September 11, 2018) – Music Compound originally opened two and a half years ago in Sarasota on Cattlemen Road. Music Compound will open a second location in downtown Sarasota late-September. The new location is adjacent to the new indie market, the Bazaar at Apricot and Lime. The new location will provide a new and innovative music studio for downtown residents and students. The studio is 1,000 square feet of space that offers the same cool vibe as the original location including the inspiring music lounge. “I am very excited to expand our mission and services to downtown Sarasota. This opportunity came about on a Saturday morning two months ago unexpectedly. After meeting Judy and learning about her vision, it was a no brainer” Jenny Townsend stated about her expansion plans. The downtown location will specialize in adult group classes, guitar, ukulele, songwriting, vocals, and percussion. Classes will be offered during the day for retirees or working individuals looking for a great way to escape the office mid-day. Spouses and/or parents of students can enjoy refreshments, while at the same time browsing the market for fabulous finds from 20+ local artists. Enrollment is open for adult group classes and they are offered weekly on Thursdays. As the Bazaar on Apricot and Lime grows, so will Music Compound. There are plans for a unique courtyard with food and live music provided by students of the Music Compound and local artists. The studio will be open the same hours as The Bazaar October thru December. Hours of operation are Thursday thru Saturday 10AM - 3PM. In conjunction with the Bazaar’s Grand Opening, Music Compound’s downtown location will host an open house September 26th from 5:00 – 7:00PM. Guests can enjoy live music, food, drink, and unique treasures. Music Compound will host a ribbon cutting and Grand Opening in January 2019. Music Compound is not your traditional music school where young students practice their scales every week. “We offer a second home for local musicians to inspire, collaborate and educate," says Jenny Alday Townsend, who opened the innovative Sarasota studio in January 2016. "We are very excited to offer a contemporary local studio that offers learning opportunities for students to explore their interest in music and build their performance skills.” The Original location located at 1751 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, Music Compound features a “cool” Music Lounge, as well as 10 teaching studios for private lessons or group practice sessions. "With guitars, keyboard, drums, bean bags, tables and chairs, our Music Lounge is like a coffee or tea shop," said Townsend. There are even "try-out" instruments on the walls for students just beginning to explore the world of music. "Local musicians can share riffs, find a missing band member or sing along with new musical friends." The original location also hosts concerts and a variety of events in its own 3,000 square foot venue known as Studio 32. Music Compound employees 20 highly educated instructors. Lessons include numerous musical instruments and techniques including guitar, piano, vocal, digital music, deejay, recording, and songwriting to name a few. Each instructor has their own teaching approach, education background, and personality. Music Compound pairs the student and instructor by assessing their age, interest, and musical goals. Most of the instructors are multi-instrumental which allow students to explore a variety of instruments during a private 30, 45 or 60 minute lesson. Instructors also assist with artistry development, performance coaching, and life skills. Music Compound Inc,. The Music Compound provides an environment to inspire, collaborate and educate children and adults in pursuit of their love of music. Members of the Music Compound have access to a wide array of learning opportunities intended to not only build music skills, but also enhance confidence, communication and social interaction abilities. Our goal is to transform dreams into reality. Learning opportunities include one-on-one instrument lessons, group instrument lessons, music education, workshops, and performance and recital opportunities. Music Compound Main Campus – 1751 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34232 Music Compound Satellite Campus – 801 Apricot Ave, Sarasota, FL For more information about Music Compound, call 941-379-9100 or visit http://www.musiccompound.com/ The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime is an Indoor indie market filled with more than 25 vendors selling art, collectibles, food, gifts, and so much more! Open Thursday- Saturday 10am-3pm and live music noon-2pm. Always something going on from classes to shopping. You never know what to expect at The Bazaar. Located at 821 Apricot Avenue, Sarasota. For more info call 941-343-2712 or visit www.BazaaronApricotandLime.com