Early Childhood Music Classes
Age: Birth ~ 3
Classes coming soon
Pre-Twinkle Violin Class
Ages: 5 and up with parent
Instructor: Constance Deal (bio / email)
Modest tuition, flexible class times.
Modest instrument rental options available. Limited class size.
Pre-Twinkle Flier
Great class for those finishing Kindermusik®
Beginning String Ensemble
For beginning string players OPUS 111 Music Studio supports the endeavors of the Illinois Valley Youth Symphony
Time: TBA
Instructor:TBA
Tuition: Call for information
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 curriculum. All new students will need to purchse Recorder Class materials - includes instrument.
Ages: 4-6
Instructor:TBA
Tuition: $75.00 (10 week session)
Materials: class material fees will be under $10.00 payable at first class meeting
Time: TBA
Rhythm
Class
Classes give students from all studios (instrumental, piano and vocal) the opportunity to improve 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. Utilizes xylobells, boomwhackers, handbells.
Instructor: TBA
Ages: 5 and up
Tuition: $35.00
Rhythm Book: $5.00
Time: TBA
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 / email)
Tuition: $100.00
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) / email)
Tuition: $50/monthly
Performance
opportunities to be announced
Junior
League Singers & Voice Class
45 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.
Ages: 6-13 years
Instructor: TBA
Tuition: $25 monthly
Time: to be on waiting list for next class, please leave info at
Opus 111 Music Studio
Flute Ensembles for All Ages and Ability Levels
Flute Class -- N/A
Intermediate II -- Tuesday 6:00-6:50pm (Gillio)
Adult Flute Ensemble -- Thursday 6:30-7:30pm (Gillio)
Illinois Valley Flute Ensemble -- Wednesday 5:00-6:15pm (Gillio)
Instructors: Sue Gillio (bio / email)
Tuition: $30.00 for Session
Flier
Flute
Technique Class
(offered summer only)
Beginning
Technique
Wednesday, 11-11:50am
Summer
Technique
Tuesday, 11-11:50am
Advanced
Technique
Thursday 10-10:50am
Tuition: $30.00 one-time summer fee
Percussion Lessons
Instructor: Mark Spitz (bio)
Lessons offered on Wednesday & Thursday
Reed Making Classes
Learn how to make your own oboe reeds - an essential part of your oboe study.
Ability Appropriate
Instructor: Ben Crosby (email)
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 (email)
Tuition: Call for class details
Family Drumming Night
(offered summer only)
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 / email)
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. Private djembe lessons available during the school year upon request.
Intermediate Djembe
Lessons offered.
Call for details.
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