Private Lessons

Instructions offered in piano, violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, guitar and voice. Our dedicated and accomplished faculty offers individualized curriculum based on goals and style of learning  to each student.  

Tuition Includes: 

• Free music theory classes for students ages 9 and up     
• Discount on Ensembles and Chamber Music – just $75 per semester
• Free student recital each semester

Lessons are available during the school year, 34 weeks (17 weeks per semester) and also during the summer. Register at any time! Tuition is pro-rated for the number of weeks remaining in the semester.

Semi-Private Lessons

Designed to suit the needs of the beginner instrumental student. Offers an opportunity to work on fundamental aspects of reading and playing music through a shared learning experience. The lesson can be shared with a partner, sibling or friend, parent who wants to learn along.

Group Classes 

Little Stars

A fun-filled introduction to instrument playing provides hands-on instructions in piano, violin, viola, and cello. Fun pre-compositional games, instrumental work, songs and basic ear training provide the important foundation for further study.                                                                                                                      

• Little Stars Piano Class (ages 4-5): Wednesday:3:30-4:15   12 weeks strat October 12, 2011

Music Theory and Ear Training

Designed to accompany private lessons, students build valuable skills for their own instrumental or vocal studies as they learn fundamental aspects of musical notation, rhythm, scales, intervals, and ear training.

String Ensemble

Students develop both the musical and technical skills of ensemble playing while exploring diverse repertoire. Performance opportunities will be offered to participants. Students from outside the Academy are welcome to participate in our ensembles. Placement audition required.


Chamber Music

Under the guidance of dedicated coaches, musicians explore intermediate and advanced repertoire. These sessions will concentrate on interpretation, technique, sound production and sound quality.  Performance opportunities will be offered to participants. Groups are formed based on technical ability, repertoire interest and scheduling constraints. Existing groups are welcome.

 Ensembles meet for 24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).

Classes for Adults

Private Lessons

Designed with special consideration for busy life styles of adult players. Learn a new instrument or come back to what you love. Morning & evening classes, flexible schedule, performance opportunities.

Chamber Music

The experience enhances instrumental skills while offering an opportunity to play in small chamber combinations: duos, trios, violin ensemble, and piano duets.  Existing groups are welcome.

 

Summer Program

Private Lessons

Summer is a great time to start or continue your music education. We encourage all of our students to continue lessons in the summer. Private lessons are offered in piano, violin, viola,  flute, clarinet, saxophone, guitar and voice.