Summer Music 2008
Mini Mozarts
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Ages 5-6
An introduction to the piano through singing, rhythm and movement, listening and playing songs. Young students enjoy making music and participating in age appropriate group activities.
For continuing students only.
New students will be accepted for the fall term. Please call our office to set up a readiness interview.
Naperville Campus
Session I: June 11-July 9
Session II:July 14-August 15
Scheduling will be arranged with the instructor. Mozart Room
$125/ 5 week session
Class Guitar
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Ages 5 - 7
Small group classes include fundamentals of the instrument,
theory, ear training and ensemble playing.
For beginning and continuing students
Naperville Campus
Session I: June 10-July 8
Session II: July 15-August 12
Tuesdays, 1:00-2:00pm Schubert Room(RS)
$95/ per 5 week session
Elementary Class Voice
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Grades 3 - 5
Students explore breathing and vocal techniques appropriate to their age through a variety of vocal repertoire, while learning music theory, music reading and sight singing.
Naperville Campus
June 10 - July 8
Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30pm, Gershwin Room (SB)
Plainfield Campus
June 10-July 8
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm, Studio Y (NJ)
$100/ 5 week session
Middle School Class Voice
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Grades 6 - 8
Students learn about vocal technique, musical expression, theory, sight singing and care of the voice. Students will be exposed to solo and ensemble performance experience in class and appropriate audition pieces.
Naperville Campus
Session I: June 10-July 8
Session II: July 15-August 12
Tuesday, 6:00-7:00pm, Mozart Room (MM)
Plainfield Campus
Session I: June 9-July 7
Session II: July 14-August 11
Monday, 6:00-7:00pm, Studio Y(EL)
$100/ per 5 week session
Private Music Instruction
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Individual instruction is offered in:
Piano,,Electric Guitar, Flute,Classical Guitar, Violin Cello ,Viola, and Voice
(See below for Suzuki program and pricing)
Naperville and Plainfield Campus
Session I: June 9-July12
Session II: July 14-August 16
Lesson times arranged with office
30min. $137.50 5 week session
45min. $206.25 5 week session
60min. $275.00 5 week session
The Suzuki Program
Suzuki Piano
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For ages 3 and up
In the Suzuki method, the child, parent, and teacher all work together as part of a team. The parent attends the lessons, then reinforces what is taught with the child at home. The child-parent relationship is strengthened as the parent becomes the “at home” teacher. In the process, the parent is educated about their child’s learning style and also has the opportunity to help the child develop character traits such as self-discipline, problem-solving skills, and perseverance through the time they spend together creating music.
The Suzuki method allows children to develop a keen ear for music. They become able to discern pitch accurately and learn to listen intently, detecting subtle musical nuances. They come to be able to recognize musical form, identify musical periods, and so on. Suzuki students learn to play by ear. They are able to learn melodies on their own, using this skill and in some cases to put together whole pieces. It is after the ear training is established that they learn to read music.
Children are taught how to perform from an early age in the Suzuki style of learning. They perform for their peers in group class on monthly basis and become comfortable in front of an audience. Children memorize each piece they learn and continue to review those pieces and new ones over time. The end result is that they possess a repertoire of music which they are able to perform at a moment’s notice. Each piece grows in character and musicality as the child matures and develops. Self-confidence and poise grow and children develop self-esteem through their study of music.
Session I: June 9 -July 12
Session II: July 14-August 16
Naperville Campus
Thursday, 12:00-7:45pm, Gershwin (BS)
Plainfield Campus
Monday, 1:00-3:00pm, Porter (BS)
Lesson times will be arranged with office
$180 /per 5 week session/ includes weekly 1/2 hour lesson and group lessons.
Suzuki Violin, and NEW! Suzuki Viola and Cello!
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For ages 3 and up
The Suzuki approach is based on the premise that all children learn music the same way they learn language. The idea is that if children have the ability to learn a language, they have the ability to become proficient on a musical instrument. In the beginning, learning music by ear is emphasized over reading music. This parallels language learning, where a child learns to speak before they learn to read. Children develop musical ability, gain the poise necessary for performance, and learn to read music notation as they progress.
Parent involvement plays a major role in this method. Both parents and children attend the lessons, and parents are expected to supervise daily practice.
Suzuki study consists of two weekly group lessons: one small study group, and one larger group class. Children receive individual attention in their small study group made up of others their age and level. They observe their classmates, gaining insights and motivation each week. The larger group, also weekly, covers more levels and works on musicianship, music theory, repertoire, and reading.
There are four required parent meetings throughout the school year, and six play-ins.
Observation of lessons is strongly encouraged before signing up.
*Students will be placed by the instructor
*Individual private lessons available at teacher’s request only
Naperville Campus
June 9-August 16
Lesson time will be arranged with the office
Preschool: $150/week 10 week session
Beginner: $250 / 10 week session
Intermediate: $275 / 10 week session
Advanced: $375 / 10 week session
Music Performing Ensembles
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Chamber Ensembles
Piano & String students 3rd grade & older
Woodwind & Brass students 6th grade & older
Instrumental performing ensembles designed for students looking to develop ensemble, rhythmic, and performance skills. Students will develop their playing skills through performance repertoire spanning from classical to contemporary jazz and pop pieces. Students will be placed into various small ensemble combinations based on their audition.
Returning Members need not audition.
Interested in becoming an ensemble member?
Please call 630-717-6622 X107 to schedule an audition
June 10-August 14
Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-7:30
$175 |