Beginning Piano, Beginning Guitar, Singing, and more…

For information on the differences between private lessons and group classes, please refer to the article, “One or More” (PDF format)

Group classes provide a fun musical encounter with other students. Research shows that most people learn best in groups. Interaction between students enhances healthy competition with more accurate musical ability and performance skills.

School Year 2010-11

• Class registration form
• Policies & Calendar 2010-11

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Beginning Piano (6-8yrs, 9-11yrs)

6-8yrs
September 14-Nov. 16 Tues 3:45-4:30pm
January 18– March 22* Tues 3:45-4:30pm

9-11yrs
September 14-Nov. 16 Tues 4:45-5:30pm
January 18-March 22* Tues 4:45-5:30pm

This ten-week class is perfect for the student with an interest in the piano and the parent with reservations about their child’s commitment to the study. No prior experience needed-we start with the basics! Teaching methods are tailored to match the developmental stages of each age group.
Throughout the course, students participate in musical games, rhythm drills, learn musicianship and develop ear training skills to assist them in learning musical concepts. Students must have access to a piano for practice and to complete class assignments. Method book included.

$170/10 weeks

*Sessions are not cumulative. Students who complete one session
of beginning piano often choose to take partner lessons with
another student from the class, or take private piano lessons.

Movie Star Singers (7-12yrs)

September 16– November 18 Thurs 5:30-6:15pm
January 20-March 24 Thurs 5:30-6:15pm

Students will learn the basics of singing, breath support, matching pitch, and keeping a steady beat while learning to sing their favorite Disney and popular tunes. Budding singers will build their confidence and increase vocal projection with breathing exercises and proper posture. No prior experience needed. Materials included.

$170/10 weeks

Beginning Guitar (9-12yrs)
September 13– November 15 Mon 4:45-5:30pm
January 17– March 21 Mon 4:45-5:30pm

This program is designed for beginning guitar students with no prior music experience. Playing a real guitar is more fun than Guitar Hero! Throughout the course, students learn musicianship and develop rhythmic and ear training skills to assist them in learning about solo and ensemble playing. Students must have their own guitar for use during the class and practice at home. Materials included.
$170/10 weeks

Musical Theater Exploration (9-12yrs)

September 16– November 18 Thurs 6:30-7:15pm
January 20-March 24 Thurs 6:30-7:15pm

Explore your voice and learn how to act in this dynamic and interactive ten-week musical theater class. Students will study and perform segments from familiar musicals while learning expressive vocal and acting techniques. During the last class session, students will present a performance for family and
friends.

$175/10 weeks

Creative Composition (10-12yrs)
September 29– November 17 Wed 7:00-7:45pm

This class is ideal for the musical student eager to learn more
about the building blocks of music. Students will become
comfortable reading and writing music in treble and bass clef,
study advanced musical symbols and terminology, and learn
to compose their own music! Prerequisite: at least one prior
year of private study on a musical instrument is required.
$80/8 weeks