Saturday Music Program

The Saturday Music Program offers students the flexibility to bundle fundamental music classes with a full-semester of individual lessons. Students have the option to tailor the selection of classes based on their interests and needs. Please see the options below for a breakdown of the different program combinations available. At the end of the semester, students have the opportunity to perform in the recital at the end of each session.

Please see the options below for a breakdown of the different program combinations available.

Core Music

Composition for Beginners

In this course, students will learn the fundamental aspects of music composition and songwriting. In addition to short composition exercises, they will be required to complete one long-term project resulting in their own original piece of music. Students will learn about the basics of notation, music theory, instrument design, and text setting. To fully understand these concepts, we will spend the first half of the course listening to and analyzing music from popular and classical genres from around the world. The second half of the course will focus entirely on music composed by the students, including practical workshops and group discussions about their classmates’ work.  *Academic class. +Saturday Music Program

Session I: Sept. 23 - Dec. 14	Saturday	11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.	D 214	Messerschmidt	$220
Session II: Jan. 13 - June 21	Saturday	11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.	D 214	Messerschmidt	$420

 

Ensembles

Chamber Orchestra

This course is designed for musicians and requires prior knowledge and ability to read music. Students rehearse and perform orchestral music. The course is open to students playing flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, violin, viola, cello, double bass, or percussion at a level NYSSMA 3 or higher. There is one on-campus concert, as well as additional public concerts in the community. Students are expected to supply their own instruments in working condition.  *Ensemble class.  +Saturday Music Program

Session I: Sept 23, - Dec. 14	12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Saturday	D206	Long	$220
Session II: Jan. 13 - June 21	12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Saturday	D206	Long	$420

 

Youth Chamber Music

Youth Chamber Music is intended for a small group of instruments, such as trios and quartets, usually with one performer to a part. This class offers a unique opportunity for young musicians to experience the fun and interactive world of chamber music. You can bring a pre-formed group with a minimum of two people, and set your own schedule with one of our professional coaches. If you don't have a group, you will form one with other students in the class.

Session I: Sept 23, - Dec. 14	TBD	TBD	TBD	$220
Session II: Jan. 13 - June 21	TBD	TBD	TBD	$420

 

Instrumental & Voice

Violin for Beginners

Drawing a sound from a stringed instrument is a uniquely satisfying experience. Anyone curious about the violin - whether you studied as a child or are a complete beginner - is welcome to join. Learn the natural motions that let you produce a beautiful sound with ease. By the end of the class, you'll be playing some of your favorite songs!

Session I: Sept. 23 - Dec. 14	9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.	Saturday	D 205	TBD	$220
Session II: Jan. 13 - June 21	9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.	Saturday	D 205	TBD	$420

 

Group Piano for Beginners

In this introductory group class, students will learn basic piano skills through collaboration, one-on-one instruction and independent practice. Each student will have access to their own keyboard and a combination of music reading music performance skills will be emphasized. Topics include: correct posture and hand position; using dynamics to play expressively; introduction to the five finger pattern, major scales, and common chords; using the pedals and reading standard piano notation.

Session I: Sept. 23 - Dec. 14	10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.	Saturday	CBI 119	TBD	$220
Session II: Jan. 13 - June 21	10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.	Saturday	CBI 119	TBD	$420