Beginning Instrument and Voice Classes
Preparatory Center classes are designed for the utmost student success. Only four students are placed to each introductory music class, unless otherwise noted below.
Introduction to the Violin
Designed for age six and up. Students begin by learning the correct way to hold the violin and bow, a necessity for studying the instrument. Students learn simple melodies and basic rhythms utilizing a combination of imitation (learning by ear) and basic note reading. Maximum of five students in a class. Note: Students must bring their own instrument. (60 minutes weekly)
Little Pipers Intro Class
Recommended for children four to five years old, this class serves as a first class for young children to learn to play flute. Using fifes, students learn the basic skills of flute playing including hand position, breathing, posture, and simple songs. Activities include rhythm and movement games. The first class is a parent information session designed to explain the curriculum. This class also prepares young children for the Suzuki Flute Program. Maximum of four students (45 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Flute
Students are introduced to basic techniques, simple melodies, note-reading, and playing with a small group of peers. Note: Students must bring their own instrument. For ages six and up. Maximum of four students. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Clarinet
Students are introduced to basic techniques, simple melodies, note-reading, and playing with a small group of peers. Note: Students must bring their own instrument. For ages six and up. Maximum of four students. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Saxophone
Students are introduced to basic techniques, including learning introductory note-reading and playing with a small group of peers. Note: Students must bring their own instrument. For ages eight and up. Maximum of four students. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Guitar
Students are introduced to basic techniques, including learning simple melodies and chord progressions in a relaxed student group. Note: Students must bring their own instrument. For children ages five and up. Maximum of five students in each class. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Piano
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of piano playing in a friendly group environment. Instruction will include note reading, piano technique, and learning simple pieces. For ages five and up. Maximum of four students in each class. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Trumpet
Students are introduced to basic techniques, including learning introductory note-reading and playing with a small group of peers. Note: Students must bring their own instrument. For ages six and up. Maximum of four students. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to the Drums
Designed for ages five and up. Students learn the correct way to hold drumsticks, get introduced to various percussion instruments, read sheet music and tabs, and play rudiments. Maximum of four students. (60 minutes weekly)
Singing Class for Beginners
Designed to nurture the voice carefully by using simple songs, this class provides young voices with basic techniques for breathing, tone, intonation, and good posture. Music reading not required. For students ages eight and up. Maximum of five students in each class. (60 minutes weekly)
Introduction to Suzuki Violin (summer only)
Recommended for children ages three to six, this Summer class is designed to be a child's and parent's first experience with the violin and an introduction to the Suzuki method. The child is taught the correct way to hold the violin with no hands (using a cardboard violin), the position of the feet, and the bow hold. Four basic rhythms are introduced. This class provides good preparation for the school year Pre-Twinkle Suzuki program, but it is not a requirement. Maximum of four students in each class. (45 minutes weekly)
Introduction to Suzuki Cello (summer only)
Recommended for children ages three to six, this Summer class is designed to be a child's and parent's first experience with the cello and an introduction to the Suzuki method. The child is taught the correct way to hold the cello with no hands, the position of the feet, and the bow hold. Four basic rhythms are introduced. This class provides good preparation for the school year Pre-Twinkle Suzuki program, but it is not a requirement. Maximum of four students in each class. (45 minutes weekly)
