Group Lesson Plans

Music Wonderland Age 3 with parent This 16 week program meets for 45 minutes each week. Music Wonderland is a dynamic readiness program for young children with an emphasis on ear training, solfege singing, movement and pitch and rhythm awareness. Limited keyboard playing is included. Classes are designed to provide age-appropriate musical instruction and foster creativity. Parental involvement in class is required.	Junior Music Course Ages 4 & 5 with parent The Junior Music Course carefully presents the basic building blocks of music in a variety of musical activities including singing, keyboard playing, music reading, movement, ear training and rhythm instrument ensembles. The variety of activities holds the attention of the young child and provides opportunities to review and practice concepts. Parents & children attend class once a week for 50 minutes. A two-year program consisting of four 18-week semesters.	Young Musicians Course Ages 6 & 7 The Young Musicians Course is founded on the belief that every child loves music. During this two year program, children participate in activities that teach basic musical skills and encourage independence, creativity and self- expression. Each fifty minute class involves singing, keyboard technique, theory, ear training and sight playing. Learning in a group setting also encourages rhythmic development and ensemble playing.
Keyboard Encounters for Kids Ages 8 & 9 This class is a group music program designed for the slightly older beginner. This is a great age for learning the piano. Just like most recorded and live music, being in a group is fun. Students establish a great sense of rhythm in a group and they build self-confidence playing in front of others. We use advanced, but easy to use digital accompaniment software to enhance the musical experience. This is a great introduction to piano playing as well. The introductory session consists of six, fifty minute classes once a week.	Keyboard Encounters Adult Beginners Keyboard Encounters is an innovative course of piano instruction where tradition and technology meet in harmony. With an emphasis on hands- on learning, Keyboard Encounters provides an ideal setting in which to develop your musical creativity. The use of exciting background software makes beginners sound great! You’ll be playing hands-together from the very first class. The introductory session consists of six- 50 minute classes once a week.	Recreational Music-Making All Ages These classes are offered during the day in a very relaxed, casual atmosphere and consist of music appreciation and basic keyboard playing using easy to play music. This class is designed for older adults that want to have an enjoyable musical experience with friends. Beginner and experienced players are welcome. The introductory session consists of six 50 minute classes.