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Reading, MA 01867
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MUSIC - ENSEMBLES, CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & JAMS - 2008


ENSEMBLES

Orchestral Ensemble (replaces Beginning String Orchestra)
Instructor: Elena Raucci
An important part of music education is learned by playing in a group. This ensemble teaches music reading & elements of ensemble playing. Minimum enrollment: 4
Call 781.942.9600 for times and prices!

Classical Chamber Ensembles
Instructors: Lee Hadden, Elena Raucci
Playing in an ensemble is a great way to enhance your musical interests and abilities in a group setting while improving listening skills and musicality. Classical Chamber Ensembles consist of three to five string instruments and will be coached bi-weekly. CAK staff will form ensembles based on instrumentation and ability. Several groups will be arranged according to participation. Ensembles will be expected to perform in recitals. Requirements: Students must have a private teacher, and be able to read music; prepare a short piece to play for the instructor for placement in the appropriate group; and play scales through 2 sharps and 2 flats. Minimum enrollment: 4
Friday, 5:00-6:00 pm / 15 weeks (every other week) / $250 with lessons; $345 without lessons

Musical Discoveries
Instructor: Roald Wilson
An ensemble experience that enables students to share & explore the sounds & structure of both traditional & unconventional instruments while being exposed to a diverse musical repertoire. Explore a variety of unusual instruments & create a playable musical instrument. Prerequisite: audition or instructor's recommendation. Minimum enrollment: 4
Thursdays, 5:00-5:45 pm / 15 weeks beginning Jan. 24 / $250 with lessons; $345 without lessons


CLASSES

Suzuki Parent Class / Instructors: TBA
This 6-week introductory parent program is required for families of beginning Suzuki students. Team-taught by the Suzuki faculty, the class topics include the philosophy and history of Suzuki Talent Education, the parent's role, choosing a musical instrument, tuning, care of instruments, practice and motivation. Parents receive literature and participate in group discussions.
Wednesday, 7:30-8:45 pm / beginning Jan. 30 / $125 (included in this session is the Body Mapping class on Jan. 23rd)

Beginning Suzuki Violin/Viola Class (ages 3 - 5 w/caregiver) 
Instructor: Tanya Hambourg
You and your child will learn the fundamentals of the Suzuki approach as applied to the violin or viola, including posture, bow hold, parts of the instrument, and Twinkle rhythms.  Have fun playing games in a group as well as having a short individual lesson. Concurrent enrollment in the Suzuki parent class or its equivalent required. Sponsored in part by the Creative Arts Scholarship Fund. Minimum enrollment: 3, Maximum: 4
Mondays 3:30-4:30 pm / 15 weeks beginning Jan. 28th / $222

Introduction to the Suzuki Approach for Homeschoolers & Others (ages 3 - 6 w/caregiver)
Instructor: Sheryl LaFayette
For parents and their children ages 3 -6 who are interested in beginning Suzuki music lessons.  This 9-week class will cover the basics of violin, viola and piano Suzuki instruction including Twinkle rhythms, posture, focus and listening.  Will also include fun games which enhance the learning process.  Concurrent registration of parents in the Suzuki parent class is required.  Upon completion of this class, children may be scheduled into Suzuki private lessons and group classes for the remainder of the year. Sponsored in part by the Creative Arts Scholarship Fund. Minimum enrollment: 3, Maximum: 8
Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 am OR Fridays 1:00-1:45 pm / 9 weeks, beginning the week of Jan. 22nd / $130


Vocal Workshop with Andrea Loretz-Frey
Instructor: Andrea Loretz-Frey
Get ready for your upcoming audition or performance with the first of our vocal workshops covering audition and performance techniques for singers. Call the office for dates & times. Minimum enrollment: 4
Workshops TBA - call 781.942.9600 for more info. / $35 (no registration fee)

Friday Night Jams for All (children and adults, any instrument)
Instructors: Roald Wilson , Sheryl LaFayette
The next Friday Night Jam: TBA
Please call the office at 781.942.9600 to express interest or inquire about the next Jam. Pre-registration not required, but is greatly appreciated. For all ages, abilities & instruments. Suggested donation: $5


Introduction to Body Mapping: Arms
Guest Instructor: Vanessa Breault Mulvey
The second in a series of classes for music parents and educators offered by Andover Educator Trainee, Vanessa Breault Mulvey. This session will focus on the arms.
Wednesday, Jan. 23, 7:30-8:30 pm / FREE (Later classes TBA)


Didgeridoo & Sound Yoga Clinic
Sponsored in part by Vitality Wellness Spa and Ancient Voices Harmonic
Therapy
. Begin your Yoga Journey with the natural rhythms and deep
vibrations of the didgeridoo instruments. Throughout the class, the
didgeridoo is played around each student giving them full sensation to
clear negative energies and emotions. Please bring your own yoga mat and/or blanket
More clinics TBA - call or check back for more info.


We are also in the process of planning other ensemble & group experiences. Please call us at 781-942-9600 for more details and to express your interest in a particular class. Programs may include:
  • Children's Chorus
  • Music Theory Classes
  • Music History Classes
  • . . . or let us know what you want!


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