Winter 2010 Music Class Instruction
Basic Violin: Mary Claire Jensen, Teacher
This class will introduce the student to the instrument with an understanding of posture, basic technique, note-reading, and ear- and sight-training. A stimulating group environment includes music games, basic violin history, music appreciation and ensemble work. Min: 4
Materials Needed
Violin and bow, rosin, shoulder rest (this can be a sponge elasticized to the violin to begin)
Suzuki Violin School Book 1 (Suzuki)
All for Strings Book 1 (Gerald E. Andreson and Robert S. Frost)
All for Strings Theory Workbook 1 (Anderson and Frost)
A Tune A Day - For Violin Book 1 (C. Paul Herfurth)
Thursdays, 9:30am-10:30am, Annex 2
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $16 per week
Guitar I Class: Kelli Buczek, Teacher
For ages 11 and up.
Bring your acoustic guitar for a fun introduction to the joys of playing guitar and the beauty of the instrument! In this course, students will learn the proper way to hold a guitar, to pick, the parts of the guitar & strings, playing chords, strumming, patterns, how to play and “figure out” songs, and more! Min: 4
[This class is in progress. Students with playing experience may audition for the instructor to determine if skills are comparable to existing class.]
Thursdays, 3:15pm-4:15pm, Annex 2
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $12 per week
Guitar II Class: Kelli Buczek, Teacher
For ages 11 and up.
[This class is in progress. Students with playing experience may audition for the instructor to determine if skills are comparable to existing class.]
Thursdays, 2:30pm-3:15pm, Annex 2
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $12 per week
Music Theory I: Heidi Wolfskill, Teacher
For Senior High students with musical training.
Do you wish to compose music or better understand the music you are performing? Enroll in Music Theory I to begin the study of the “building blocks of music.” This class will introduce the fundamentals of diatonic harmony through basic composition, ear-training and sight-singing activities, and Dalcroze Eurhythmics.
[This class is in progress. Instructor will interview interested students with prior music background to determine if knowledge is comparable to existing class.]
Monday, 5:15pm-6:00pm, Annex 3
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $16 per week
Music Theory II: Heidi Wolfskill, Teacher
For students who have previously completed Music Theory I.
Building on the principles taught in Music Theory I, this course will explore non-diatonic harmony and will emphasize more advanced compositional techniques.
Monday, 4:30pm-5:15pm, Annex 3
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $16 per week
MusikGarten's Wind Dancers: Gayle Tuttle, Teacher
For ages 3-5.
Lessons include music that is folk-song based, movement activities, exciting exploration of instruments and stories to act out and embellish. This child appropriate and fun introduction to music will build a strong sense of rhythm and pitch that will empower musical learning for a life-time. Quality Home Materials encourage mom to bring music and activities home for her child to enjoy on a daily basis. This important listening dimension surrounds your 3-5 year old with music and fun every day.
Home Materials: 2 CD recordings, 12 illustrated cards, and an extensive Parent Guide to musical development, all presented in a cloth pouch for safe storage.
Thursday, 10:45am-11:30am, Annex 3
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $10 per week / Home Materials: $35
Semi-Private Piano Instruction: Gayle Tuttle, Teacher
For ages 5-6.
Music for Young Children is the only child-centered music learning system that integrates rhythm, movement, keyboard, ear training, music composition and theory in an age-appropriate and fun classroom. Through a variety of activities and repetition of concepts your child will be able to confidently grow as a pianist. It is designed to be a broad base to build further private instruction upon. Parent participation is greatly encouraged. Maximum: 4 students per class.
Home Materials: Three level books (A,B,C) which include all keyboard music, theory, listening, ensemble and songs for the entire 35 week year. A magnetic tin sheet with the keyboard on one side and the grand staff on the other with magnets, an activity book for assignments, a parent resource book, and a small rhythm instrument are included in a cloth carrying case. Price $130.00. Materials may be purchased per semester: A: $65.00, B: $35.00, C: $35.00.
Thursday, 9:30am-10:30am, Annex 3
Annual Registration Fee: $50 per family (for new students only) / Tuition: $18 per week / Home Materials: $65