Programs at Community Music School

Group Classes

   

 

Group Classes provide a great introduction and foundation in music and are offered in several areas for both children and adults. After a semester or two of group lessons, students are encouraged to move on to private instruction. Classes may be delayed or canceled if sufficient enrollment is not reached; class days and times may change to accommodate student schedules.

 

Fall classes begin the week of September 12th

Spring classes begin the week of January 30th

Piano

Beginning Suzuki Piano with Nancy Thomas; Ages 4-5 with parent/caregiver; Wednesdays,

2-2:45 p.m., 16 weeks, $325
An introduction to the piano using the “Twinkles” and early songs of the Suzuki Piano
Book. Children will learn basic piano skills and note reading in a fun and cheerful group
setting. Limited to four students. Book and CD required.

Beginning Group Piano with Joni Gage, Kindergarten & Grade 1, 30 minutes, Wednesdays:    4:30-5 pm; 16 weeks; $285

Introduce your young child to keyboard skills and music fundamentals in a most enjoyable way!

 

Beginning Group Piano with Adele Huffman, Grades 2 and 3, Wednesdays: 5:30-6:15 pm;         16 weeks; $325

A weekly group class that will get your child off to a great start using the Alfred Piano Course and incorporating a variety of engaging group activities and games. Tuition fee includes cost of book.

Adult Group Piano with Nancy Thomas, Tuesdays: 12:15 - 1:00 pm; 8 weeks (begins February 7th); $195 including book

Using Alfred's Basic Adult All-in-One Course Level I, this class is designed for the adult beginner looking for a truly complete piano experience that includes lesson, theory, technique, and popular repertoire. Limited to 4 students.

 

Violin

Beginning Group Violin with Amy Jones-Gantkin, Grades 1 - 5, Thursdays: 4:30 – 5:15 pm;       16 weeks; $325

A comprehensive approach to early technique and note-reading, using favorite songs and melodies children know and love.

 

Beginning Violin with Martha Herrle, Adults, Wednesdays: 12 - 1 pm, 16 weeks; $495 (includes instrumental rental)

This class will be challenging, yet relaxed, and you will be playing before you know it. We take the guess work out of finding the perfect instrument – includes rental of a violin and bow.

 

Vocal

Introduction to Singing with Shari Wilcox, Ages 8 - 11, Thursdays: 4 -4:30 pm; 16 weeks;           $285

For boys and girls who love to sing! In this fun and engaging class students learn proper vocal technique and concentrate on solo work in a group setting.

 

Cabaret Singers with Karli Gilbertson, Adults, Fridays: 10 am – 11 am or 11am-12 pm;              16 weeks; $405

Karli Gilbertson, CMS Artist in Residence, will coax your inner performer to come out into the spotlight! We’ll work on solos and duets in a relaxed atmosphere, concentrating on projection, breathing and sound placement to help you shine. All styles and voice parts encouraged to join this upbeat group class.

Recorder

Group Recorder with Bruce Larkin, All ages, 45 minutes, Thursdays, Time TBD based on enrollment, 8 weeks, $160

If you don't play the recorder yet, this class is a great way to start on an instrument that provides a  

wealth of musical riches from the middle ages to the present time.

Music Theory

New Horizons Musicianship Class with Patricia Hurley

Thursdays 9:15-10 am; 8 weeks; $160

This class will cover topics of music theory related to band curriculum, including note reading and note values, time signatures, rhythm and meter, dynamics, articulation, accidentals and intervals. Each session will also include ear training. Subsequent sessions upon request.