KINDERMUSIK®
with Stacy
Age: Birth ~ 3
Licensed Instructor: Stacy Konczak (bio)
Pre-Twinkle Suzuki Violin Class
Ages: 5 and up with parent
Instructor: Constance Deal (bio)
Tuition: includes book, CD, "Nurtured by Love" by Dr. Suzuki and group lesons
Modest instrument rental options available. Limited class size.
Times Offered: Monday 4-4:45pm; Monday 6:15-7pm; Wednesday 6:15-7pm
Winter/Spring 2008 Pre-Twinkle Flier
Limited Class Space - call for students younger than 5 for consultation
Additional class times may be added based on enrollment.
Modest Instrument Rental Options Available.
Great class for those finishing Kindermusik®
"Girls Night Out" String Ensemble (guys invited too)
Ages: All levels - for adults
Instructor: Constance Deal (bio)
Times Offered: Wednesday - 7:30-8:15 pm - starts Jan 16, 2008
Girls Night Out Flier
Beginning String Ensemble
For beginning string playes for the Illinois Valley OPUS 111 Music Studio supports the endeavors of the Illinois Valley Youth Symphony
Time: Thursday, 5-6pm
Instructor: David Fryxell
Tuition: $25 monthly
String Ensemble Flier
Beginning
Recorder Class
A great way to introduce youngsters to a primary instrument... the recorder! Note reading and rhythm games will be part of the 8-week curriculum. All new students will need to purchse Recorder Class materials - includes instrument. Details
Ages: 4-6
Instructor: Jessica Wudtke (bio)
Tuition: $75.00 (10 week session)
Materials: class material fees will be under $10.00 payable at first class meeting
Time: Saturday 10-10:30am starting January 19, 2008
Rhythm
Class
Classes give students from all studios (instrumental, piano and vocal) the opportunity to imporve and understand the basics of counting rhythm - the building blocks of music. Classes are limited to 10 per class on first-come basis. We encourage all "new to music" to participate in a beginning Rhythm Class prior to beginning your first music lessons. Details
Instructor: Jessica Wudtke (bio)
Ages: 5 and up
Tuition: $35.00
Rhythm Book: $5.00
Time: February- May (15 weeks)
Session I - Saturdays 9:30-10, Session II - Saturdays 10:30-11
Fife
Class
Do
you want to play the flute?… Arms aren’t
long enough? …fingers a little too small? Have
we got a class for you! 30-minute classes with a maximum
of four (4) students per class. A fife & book will
be supplied at the first class for a small fee.
Ages: 5-7 years
Instructor: Sue Gillio (bio)
Tuition: $100.00
15 week session
Materials: $15.00 (includes instrument)
Time: TBA based on enrollment
Piano
Class
Introduces students to the most basic and versatile
of all the musical instruments ~ the piano. Ensemble
playing for all levels. Use of modern digital equipment
(midi) that further enhances all aspects of music ~
rhythm, tempo, listening, coordination… and confidence.
Class length is 60 minutes and meets weekly.
Ages: 6 and up (3 students per class)
Instructor: Stacy Konczak (bio)
Tuition: $50/monthly
Performance
opportunities to be announced
Junior
League Singers & Voice Class
50 minute classes provide children age 6-13 with an opportunity
to develop excellent vocal skills and explore a wide
variety of “age-appropriate” vocal repertoire
in a fun, stimulating environment. Students gain valuable
experience and confidence through weekly rehearsals. Details
Ages: 6-13 years
Instructor: Mary Kramer (bio)
Tuition: $25 monthly
Time: Wednesdays - 4:15-5:00pm
Flute Ensembles for All Ages and Ability Levels
Flute Class -- Tuesday 5-5:30pm (Gillio)
Intermediate II -- Tuesday 6-6:50pm (Gillio)
Intermediate I -- Monday 5-5:50pm (Singer)
Adult Flute Ensemble -- Thursday 6:30-7:30pm (Gillio)
Illinois Valley Flute Ensemble -- Wednesday 5-6pm (Gillio)
Instructors: Sue Gillio, Leigh Ann Singer
Tuition: $30.00 for Session
Flier
Flute
Technique Class
Beginning
Technique
Instructor: Caitlin Rosborough
Wednesday 11-11:50am
Summer
Technique
Instructor, Sue Gillio (bio)
Tuesday 11-11:50am
Advanced
Technique
Instructor, Sue Gillio (bio)
Thursday 10-10:50am
Tuition: $30.00 one-time summer fee
Percussion Lessons
Instructor: Mark Spitz (bio)
Lessons offered on Wednesday & Thursday
Theory and Composition Classes
Instructor: Amy Bell
Call for details
Reed Making Classes
Learn how to make your own oboe reeds - an essential part of your oboe study.
Ability Appropriate
Instructor: Ben Crosby
Tuition: Call for class details
Materials and fee will vary - call for information. Class size is limited and will be filled on a first-come basis.
Double Reed Ensemble
... to supplement private lessons and allow students the experience of performing with other double reed players. Students will perform both original 16th C. double reed literature and arrangements of current popular music. In addition to performing, this class includes listening to recordings of international double reed soloists, beginning music theory and ear training.
Ability Appropriate
Instructor: Ben Crosby
Tuition: Call for class details
Foreign Languages - Spanish, French & Beginning Italian
"Study of foreign language has been proven to increase scholastic achievement in other subjects." Start your child off on the right foot. Learning a new langugae is fun, easy, and increases self-esteem!
Individual lessons or group classes (Classes grouped according to age!)
Spanish: Age 5 and up; Teens & Adults, too!
French: Ages 5-12
Beginning Italian: All ages
Instructor: Jill Hejl (bio)
Tuition: $13.50 half hour, $25.00 per hour individual lessons
Group classes: $12.50 half hour; $20.00 per hour
Classes formed based on enrollment.
Family Drumming Night
Come & explore the dense, rich sound of African drum. No experience necessary. Plenty of drums for all: djembe, ashiko, shekere & agogo bells too! Simple African rhythms will be taught in a way so everyone can participate... from the novice to the experienced player. Emphasis is on everyone's part being equally important to create the whole rhythmic groove.
Ages: kids age 6-14, parents & grandparents (no age limit)
Instructor: Dave Peterson (bio)
Tuition:
One-time summer fee of $50.00 per family (no limit)
Parent(s) & child(ren)... how about grandparents!!!
All instruments provided for each session.
Time: Offered during the summer
The Art of Improvisation and Slow Comedy
In a trusted and safe atmosphere we will work on simple gaming techniques that focus on listening and responding in order to build the scene. Learn the Who, What and Where of a scene. Become more comfortable on stage!
Tentatively set for Summer 2008
Tuition: 6 weeks - $140.00
Receive a $20.00 discount if you pay in full before or at first class meeting: $120.00 Paying in 2 payments $70.00 by first class meeting and $70.00 by June 25/28
Instructor: Matt Valle
