Pre-School and Children's Classes K4 - Grade 3

Whether your child is transitioning from Early Childhood classes or joining the Conservatory of Music for the first time, these classes provide a solid foundation before beginning Individual Instruction. In small group classes children are encouraged to expand their musical horizons by discovering, experiencing, analyzing and creating music in a relaxed and fun learning environment. Children learn to sing or play an instrument as well as learn basic music and rhythm concepts through games and creative activities. Parents are not required in these classes. K4-Grade 3

List of Classes
Imagine That and Sing
Make Music With Me
Hand Drumming Classes
Continuing Percussion for Kids
Beginning Guitar
Young Singers
Piano Classes
Kids Cabaret
Theory is Fun
M&M Music and Musicians
Orchestra Discoveries
Drum Up ME!

Imagine That and Sing $146

Recreate new stories each semester! Children’s imaginations will soar as they recreate storybook tales through singing, dramatization and movement. Each week your child will bring music and performing arts themed books (such as Grandfather Twilight and Zin, Zin, Zin the Violin) to life using theatrical exercises, sing-a-longs and movement games. Children will explore pitch, volume, rhythm and space as they learn beginning musical concepts and how to sing. Ages 4-5 years. 12 wks.

Prospect Ave. • TUE. 6:00-6:40pm • Starts 2/16/10
7884 Instructor: Elise Pennington

Prospect Ave. • THU. 2:00-2:40pm • Starts 2/18/10
7885 Instructor: Elise Pennington

Wilson Center • FRI. 2:00-2:40pm • Starts 2/19/10
7886 Instructor: Elise Pennington

Make Music with Me $146

Learn new concepts and songs each semester! Introduce your child to the joy of making music with others. This class emphasizes the ensemble aspects of music through playing wooden mallet instruments, song, expressive movement, improvisation and storytelling. While enjoying creative musical games, your child will learn music concepts such as form, dynamics and phrasing. Your child will also develop skills such as singing in tune, recognizing rhythm patterns and melodic intervals, and reading and writing music. Your child will gain both music literacy and an enjoyment of music, which will prepare them for further instrumental or vocal studies. K5-grade 2. 12 wks.

Riverpoint • SAT. 10:45-11:25am • Starts 2/20/10
7884 Instructor: Lisa Hershaft

Hand Drumming Discoveries $146

Children will learn to keep a steady beat and play basic rhythm patterns through music games and activities. Beginning musical concepts and listening skills will be introduced and developed. Purchase of a hand drum is not required. Instruments are provided for class use. Grades K4-K5. 12 wks.

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 10:00-10:40am • Starts 2/13/10
7885 Instructor: Bony Plog-Benavides

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Hand Drumming for Kids $146

Learn the basic hand patterns and techniques to play Afro-Caribbean rhythms. Traditional rhythms and exercises will be combined with improvisational rhythm games. Emphasis will be placed on proper technique for congas with the goal of performing together in an ensemble. Purchase of a hand drum is not required. Instruments are provided for class use. Grades 1-3. 12 wks.

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 10:45-11:25am • Starts 2/13/10
7886 Instructor: Bony Plog-Benavides

Continuing Percussion for Kids $244

Prerequisite: Completion of Fall Semester Percussion for Kids Grades 1-3. 15 wks.

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 1:00-1:55pm • Starts 2/6/10
7561 Instructor: Joshua Sherman (no class 4/10)

Beginning Guitar for Kids $244

This class provides a nurturing and relaxed learning environment combining classical and folk guitar styles. Students will learn basic guitar fundamentals including how to read music, count rhythms, play melodies, and perform a variety of strumming and picking patterns. Students will need an age-appropriate guitar: 3/4 to full size nylon-string classical or steel-string acoustic guitar. Parents are required to attend the last 5 minutes of each class. Grades 3-5. 15 wks.

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 1:00-1:55pm • Starts 2/6/10
7563 Instructor: Ben Kammin

Young Singers $244

Singing in a fun, social and supportive group will help children discover their natural voice. Emphasizing the fundamentals of good vocal technique, this class will also help children develop their creativity and self-expression through song. Grades 2-6. 15 wks.

Prospect Ave. • MON. 5-5:55pm • Starts 2/1/10
7888 Instructor: Phillip Pearl

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Prelude to Piano Discoveries $158

New Extended Curriculum! Your child will experience, discover and learn basic musical concepts that are age-appropriate and presented in a fun setting. Children will learn a new piano piece each week. A piano or electronic keyboard at home is required. Parents are required to attend the last 5 minutes of each class. Music books for this class will be provided. Currently in K4. 12 wks.

Riverpoint • MON. 10-10:40am • Starts 2/08/10
7564 Instructor: Kerry Ramthun (no class 4/5)

Riverpoint • THU. 6:15-6:55pm • Starts 2/11/10
7572 Instructor: Rachel Fritz (no class 4/8)

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 9:15-9:55am • Starts 2/13/10
7573 Instructor: Teresa Drews (no class 4/10)

Wilson Center • SAT. 11:30am-12:10pm • Starts 2/13/10
7570 Instructor: Diana Shapiro (no class 4/10)

Continuing Prelude to Piano Discoveries $158

Prerequisite: Completion of Fall Semester Prelude to Piano Discoveries.

Riverpoint • MON. 2-2:40pm • Starts 2/08/10
7567 Instructor: Kerry Ramthun (no class 4/5)

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 11:00-11:40am Starts 2/13/10
7742 Instructor: Fumi Nishikiori (no class 4/10)

Beginning Piano Discoveries $259

Young children learn basic skills and fundamental musical elements of note reading, rhythm, melody and notation in a fun, relaxed environment. Piano pieces and concepts are taught through singing, movement, listening, composition and games. A piano or electronic keyboard at home is required. Parents are required to attend the last 5 minutes of each class. Music books for this class will be provided. Grades K5-1. 15 wks.

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 1-1:55am • Starts 2/6/10
7887 Instructor: LaRita Craft

Continuing Piano Discoveries $259

Prerequisite: Completion of Fall Semester Piano Discoveries. Grades K5-1. 15 wks.

Riverpoint • MON. 4:30-5:25pm • Starts 2/1/10
7575 Instructor: Andrea DeGreiff-Beisser (no class 4/5)

Riverpoint • WED. 5:45-6:40pm • Starts 2/3/10
7577 Instructor: Barbara Henry (no class 4/7)

Prospect Ave. • THU. 6-6:55pm Starts 2/4/10
7579 Instructor: Teresa Drews (no class 4/8)

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 10-10:55am • Starts 2/6/10
7581 Instructor: Teresa Drews

Wilson Center • SAT. 12:15-1:10pm • Starts 2/6/10
7583 Instructor: Diana Shapiro (no class 4/10)

Kids Cabaret $244

Let’s put on a show! If you love to sing and dance, this class is for you. Students will learn some great musical theater songs, both old and new as well as basics of stage movement. This class provides opportunities to learn the fundamentals of singing, learn solo and ensemble repertoire, develop creativity, make friends and build self confidence. No experience necessary. Grades 4-8. 15 wks.

Wilson Center • MON. 6-6:55pm • Starts 2/1/10
7889 Instructor: Kathleen Sonnentag

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Theory is Fun 1, 2 & 3: Music Theory for Young Players $122

These classes will teach young string, wind, and piano players basic theory. Students will work on note reading and writing, ear training, the meaning of symbols, intervals, chords, notation, music vocabulary and how these important musical elements relate to their instrument. New students are asked to call the registration office to set up a placement meeting with the String Department Chair. Grades 2-8. 10 wks.

Theory is Fun 1

Prerequisite: 2nd grade and up or by permission of instructor

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 9:00-9:40am • Starts 1/30/10
7890 Instructor: Michael Ferraro (no class 2/13, 4/03)

Theory is Fun 2

Prerequisite: Theory is Fun 1 or by permission of instructor

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 9:00-9:40am • Starts 1/30/10
7891 Instructor: Tatiana Migliaccio (no class 2/13, 4/03)

Theory is Fun 3

Prerequisite: Theory is Fun 2 or by permission of instructor

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 9:00-9:40am • Starts 1/30/10
7892 Instructor: Julie Bamberger Roubik (no class 2/13, 4/03)

M&M-Music & Musicians $122

This new class is a first approach to music history. Learn about the most prominent composers of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods, listen and discuss some of their works, and find out why we still perform and enjoy their music as much as they did 300 years ago! Materials will be available for purchase the first day of class. Grades 6-8. 10 wks.
Prerequisite: Theory is Fun 1 and 2

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 9-9:40am • Starts 1/30/10
7893 Instructor: Daniela Pardo (no class 2/13, 4/3)

Orchestra Discoveries $122

Orchestra Discoveries provides string players who have strong note reading skills the opportunity to play in their first orchestra! In addition to ensemble listening skills, students will learn basic orchestral techniques, sight reading tips, how to rehearse and how to follow a conductor. The class culminates with a performance in the last week.
Requirements: Violin-Suzuki Book 4 or equivalent, Viola-Suzuki Book 3 or equivalent, Cello-Suzuki Book 2 or equivalent, Bass-Suzuki Book 1 or equivalent. Grades 3-9. 10 wks.

Prospect Ave. • SAT. 9:45-10:25am • Starts 1/30/10
7894 Instructor: Daniela Pardo (no class 2/13, 4/03)

Drumming Up ME! $195

New Class! ‘Tween’ girls will have the opportunity to explore and develop their creative side as they create their own unique music. In the process of organic music making students will experience body percussion, play hand drums and other fun and unique instruments. Girls will learn to become better listeners, better team players, develop problem solving skills and increase self confidence as they experience the benefits of working cooperatively with others. Grades 5-9. 12 wks.

Prospect Ave. • MON. 4:30-5:30Prospect Ave. • Starts 2/8/10
7975 Instructor: Kathryn Rambo

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