Tuition & Schedule
SPRING 2020 SEMESTER
FALL 2019 SEMESTER
Fall semester dates: September 8, 2019 - February 2, 2020
Classes will not be held on the following dates:
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September 29 - October 1
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October 9
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October 13 - 14
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October 31
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November 26 - 30
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December 19 - January 4
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January 19 - 25
Registration will open December 2019.
Spring semester dates: February 6 - June 21, 2020
Classes for Kindergarteners are offered every Spring semester!
TUITION
Tuition for 17 classes: $610
Includes lesson book, materials, access to practice videos, and an in-class "piano storytelling" performance party during the last class of the semester.
PROGRAM INFO
The program consists of 4 levels (A - D), and each level takes 1 semester (spring or fall) to complete. However, registration is held on a semester-by-semester basis, so students do not need to commit to more than one semester at a time.
Currently, only children in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade can begin the program, and all students must start in Level A. Please note Level A Kindergarten classes are only offered in the spring, and Level A 2nd Grade classes are only offered in the fall.
FALL 2019
class SCHEDULE
class DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL A
Pre-requisite: none
Level A is for new students and introduces foundational theory, technique, musicality, and solo and ensemble playing. Students begin to identify notes on the treble clef staff and are introduced to reading music using intervals. Fun games energize the class and promote "playing to learn." Weekly online practice videos act as a one-on-one "practice pal" to help students practice songs at home. During the last class of the semester, students perform for their families in the classroom in a fun and low-stress setting, followed by treats to celebrate their hard work!
LEVEL B
Pre-requisite: Level A
Level B reinforces concepts learned in Level A, with a continued focus on musicality and technique. Students develop more confidence playing in an ensemble, which enhances their aural skills and sense of rhythm. New note values, vocabulary, and scales are introduced. Fun games energize the class and promote "playing to learn." Weekly online practice videos act as a one-on-one "practice pal" to help students practice songs at home. During the last class of the semester, students perform for their families in the classroom in a fun and low-stress setting, followed by treats to celebrate their hard work!
LEVEL C
Pre-requisite: Level B
Level C further develops students' reading skills on the treble clef staff using landmark notes and intervals. Songs require greater hand independency than in prior semesters. New scales and chords are introduced. Fun games energize the class and promote "playing to learn." Weekly online practice videos act as a one-on-one "practice pal" to help students practice songs at home. During the last class of the semester, students perform for their families in the classroom in a fun and low-stress setting, followed by treats to celebrate their hard work!
LEVEL D
Pre-requisite: Level C
Level D continues to develop students' technique and playing ability with a stronger focus on reading. New note values, more challenging rhythms, and bass clef notes are introduced. Students develop a deeper understanding of tonality, harmony, and melody to write their own compositions. Fun games energize the class and promote "playing to learn." Weekly online practice videos act as a one-on-one "practice pal" to help students practice songs at home. During the last class of the semester, students perform for their families in the classroom in a fun and low-stress setting, followed by treats to celebrate their hard work!