PRIVATE/GROUP LESSONS

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Group Lessons
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INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES & CLASSES

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• String Groups

  Pre-Youth Orchestra (see Early Childhood Studio)

  Vivid Violins (see Early Childhood Studio)
  
  Fiddle Group (see Early Childhood Studio)

  Musical Mornings (see Early Childhood Studio)
  

  Guitar ED (ages 18 and up)
  Guitar-Ed is for any adult to learn guitar in a new fun and accessible way. Learn simple melodies, play popular songs and enjoy the guitar without making practice seem like work. Learn ways to play music with people of any ability level. Adults who feel comfortable with the basics may also enjoy this course as a refresher or confidence builder! Tuition covers your choice of 10 out of the 12 scheduled classes.
  Tu 7:15-8:15p
  Jan 19-Apr 13 (10 wks)
  Instructor: Holden Young
  $180

  Jazz Combos (see Mixed Ensembles)

  Chamber Music (see Mixed Ensembles)

  Wind Groups

  Kids N Keys N Winds (ages 4½ to 9)
  This class is a variation on our popular Kids N Keys class with a focus on wind instruments. The soprano recorder is used as the main instrument in this class which is a supplement to the standard Kids N Keys curriculum. In addition to providing children with a strong musical foundation in a fun, enjoyable way, students in this class will have more opportunities to make music together playing recorders together and in combination with other instruments. Beginners and former KNK students can take this class and make music together.
  F 1:00-1:45p
  Jan 8-May 21 (19 wks)
  Instructor: Carol Codrescu
  $333

  Adult Flute Choir (ages 17 and up) M 7:30-8:30p
  This group performs symphonic arrangements as well as compositions originally for flute ensemble in a variety of musical styles from Renaissance to Ragtime. Emphasis is on blend, intonation, style and interpretation. Sharpen your ensemble skills while having a great time making music in a supportive environment. Flute Choir is open to adult students playing any instrument in the flute family.
  M 7:30-8:30p
  Jan 11-May 15 (18 wks)
  Instructor: Carol Codrescu
  $315

  Adult Clarinet Choir (ages 17 and up) W 7-8:30p
  Clarinet Choir is open to adult students playing any instrument in the clarinet family. This is a fun-filled, clarinet ensemble for students who have played clarinet for at least 2 years. Sharpen your ensemble skills, learn technique tips, and improve sight reading. Students will share their music in a final performance at the end of the semester.
  W 7-8:30p
  Jan 6-May 19 (19 wks)
  Instructor: Karen Dusek
  $415

  Jazz Combos (see Mixed Ensembles)

  Chamber Music (see Mixed Ensembles)

• Mixed Ensembles

  Chamber Music (ages 12 and up) day/time TBA
  An ideal program for intermediate and advanced students with a passion for making music together. Small groups of instrumentalists (3-8 players) are coached by Parlando faculty one hour per week, scheduled according to group availability. Pre-existing groups are welcome. Individual players are placed with others of similar ability to form new groups. This is a great way to improve ensemble skills, sight reading and performance skills. Special section for students wanting to focus on Baroque Trio Sonatas.
  Day and time scheduled according to students’ availability
  Baroque Trio Sonata special focus available
  Instructors: Parlando Faculty
  $380 (19 wks)
  $200 (10-pack)

  Jazz Combos
  Jazz Combos focus on improvisation skills, traditional jazz repertoire and standard performance practice in a small group setting. Combos may include any combination of rhythm section (drums, piano, guitar, vibraphone, acoustic bass/bass guitar) and melodic instruments (winds, brass and strings). Pre-existing groups are welcome. Other days/times will be added as needed. A public performance may be scheduled at the end of each semester.
  Jan 12-May 19 (18 wks)
  Adult Jazz Combo (ages 17 and up) T 7:00-8:15p
  Teen Jazz Combo (ages 11 to 18) W 7:00-8:15p
  other combos scheduled as needed
  Instructor: Danny Meyer
  $380

  Adult Jazz Combo – Level 1
  Ages 17 and up
  Th 7:00-8:15p
  Level 1 Jazz Combos are for beginning to early intermediate musicians who might be new to jazz or improvisation. Students need at least one year experience on their instrument.

  Adult Jazz Combo – Level 3
  Ages 17 and up
  W 7:00-8:15p
  Level 3 Jazz Combos are for advanced musicians with prior experience in jazz and improvisation.

  Teen Jazz Combo – Level 1
  Su 12:00-1:15p
  Level 1 Jazz Combos are for beginning to early intermediate musicians who might be new to jazz or improvisation. Students need at least one year experience on their instrument. Other levels will be added as needed.

  Jazz Workshop (ages 11 to 19) Sa-Su 1:00 to 4:00p Mar 6-7
  This Jazz Workshop will focus on developing the student's relationship with sound and form through both guided and free improvisation. Students need one year of experience on their instruments. All instruments (including voice) are welcome. Great for students with little or no prior experience with jazz or improvisation.
  Instructor: Danny Meyer
  $120

  Rock Band Junior (see Early Childhood Studio)

  Rock Band Junior Open House (FREE OPEN HOUSE Jan 23 at 12:30pm (registration required)
  
  Rock Band Workshop (ages 11-19) Oct 3-4, Sa, Su 1:30-4:30p
  Taught by nationally-touring artist, Holden Young, this workshop is for students who play guitar, bass, keyboards and drumset. The Holden Young Trio (HY3) members Adrian Engfer (bass) and Carl Sorensen (drums) will join Holden to offer students a look at a number of different Rock, Indie, Funk, Punk and Progressive styles. Each day, students will have an opportunity to perform in a mixed instrument band setting as well as an instrument-specific seminar. This gives them the knowledge to communicate their ideas for performance as well as exercises to develop technique in rhythm, improvisation, song writing/arrangement and style. Students will gain the skills necessary to form a rock band.
  Instructor: Holden Young
  $120

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  All Classes

  You can now register forSpring 2010 online through ACTIVENET. To register, click on the button to the right. (Private lessons are ongoing and you may register at any time throughout the year.)

   

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