Summer Music 2010
June 7-August 14
Mini Mozarts I and II
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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.
Mini Mozart I is for beginning students. Please call for a readiness interview. Mini Mozart II is for continuing students only.
Scheduling will be arranged with the instructor. Mozart Room
$220/ 10 week session, 50min a week
Beginning Beethoven
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Ages 7-8
This class for beginning students offers a firm foundation in the fundamentals of piano playing. In addition to music-reading and
keyboard skills, classes included music theory and ear-training games, improvisation exercises, and ensemble playing.
$135/ 5 week session, 1hr a week
Wednesdays June 9-July 7, 12-1pm, Mozart Room, KK
Class Guitar I and II
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Ages 5 - 7
Class guitar is offered to students with little or no previous experience. Small group classes include fundamentals of the
instrument, theory, ear training and ensemble playing.
$200/10 week session, 1hr a week
Class Guitar I- Monday 4-5pm , Schubert Room, JJD
Class Guitar II- Monday 5-6pm. Schubert Room, JJD
New Voice Class
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Ages 5-8
Hey, hey alligator! Let's get together and have a real good time singin' and swingin' with Disney, Broadway tunes
and more. You'll even learn the ABC's and Do-Re-Mi's of music... nothin' could be greater! Don't miss out! Come join the fun
and see what all the fuss is about.
Please bring a three ring binder, paper and pencil to the first class.
$180/ 10 week session, 45min a week
Thursdays 12:30-1:15pm, Gershwin Room, MD
Elementary Class Voice
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Grades 3 - 5
Students explore age-appropriate breathing and vocal techniques through a variety of vocal repertoire, while learning music theory,
music reading and sight singing. They will experience how to perform for an audition and for general audiences through in-class performances.
The fruits of their labor will culminate in an end of the semester vocal demonstration!
Please bring a three ring binder, paper and pencil to the first class.
$240/ 10 week session, 1hr a week
Thursdays 1:30-2:30pm, Gershwin Room, MD
Middle School Class Voice
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Grades 6 - 8
Students learn focus, breathing, appropriate vocal technique, musical expression, care of the voice, sight singing and theory. Classes will
include solo and ensemble performance experience as well as preparation of appropriate audition pieces.
Please bring a three ring binder, paper and pencil to the first class.
$240/ 10 week session, 1hr a week
Mondays 6-7pm, Gershwin Room, MM
Private Music Instruction
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Individual instruction is offered in:
Piano, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Violin, Cello ,Viola, and Voice
(See below for Suzuki program and pricing)
June 7-August 14
Lesson times arranged with office. Please call 630-717-6622
Tuition for the 10 week session:
30min. $275
45min. $412.50
60min. $550
The Suzuki Program
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About the Suzuki Method
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. Parent and child attend the lessons, and the parent is expected to supervise daily practice.
Children are taught how to perform from an early age in the Suzuki style of learning. They perform for their peers in group class or play-in
approximately once a month to 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.
The School of Performing Arts offers the Suzuki method in Violin, Viola, Cello and Piano.
Suzuki Violin, Viola and Cello (read on for piano)
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For ages 3 and up
Suzuki string students at SPA meet for a weekly lesson with their teacher and attend a weekly group class with other Suzuki string students.
The group class covers more levels and works on musicianship skills, music theory, repertoire and reading music.
*Observation of lessons is strongly encouraged before signing up.
Please call (630)717-6622 to discuss placement of new students and teacher availability
Suzuki Group Classes will meet on Mondays during the summer session
Beginning Group Time TBA/Bach Room (KS)
Early Book 1 Group Time TBA /Bach Room (KS)
Intermediate Book 1 Group Time TBA/ Bach Room (KS)
Advanced Group Time TBA/ Bach Room (KS)
Suzuki Program Summer Tuition
$270/10 wk semester-20min Private+ Large Group (45min)
$295/10 wk semester-20min Private + Large Group (1 hr)
$350/10 wk semester- 30min Private + Large Group (45 min)
$375/10 wk semester-30min Private + Large Group (1 hr)
$525/10 wk semester-45 min Private + Large Group (1 hr)
$650/10 wk semester-60min Private + Large Group (1hr)
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For ages 3 and up
Please call (630)717-6622 to discuss placement of new students and teacher availability.
Students meet with their teacher once weekly. There are no group classes during the summer session. Regular private lesson rates apply for
summer session.
New! Piano Ensemble Camps
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This camp will meet once a week in our Yamaha Piano Lab giving students an opportunity to play in various combinations—duets, trios,
up to six-part ensembles. Ensemble playing helps improve rhythmic, note reading, listening and performance skills. Students will
experience
the joy of making music with others, while exploring a variety of musical styles. A performance demonstration will take place
at the end of the session.
We will offer 3 levels of our Piano Ensemble Class this summer:
Late Elementary/Early Intermediate-Tuesdays 1-2pm (LF)
Intermediate-Mondays 1-2pm (KK)
Late Intermediate/Early Advanced-Wednesdays 1-2pm (SE)
SPA students should see their teacher to determine correct level for placement.
New students should contact The School to schedule a placement audition. Placement Auditions for students not currently studying at
The School of Performing Arts will take place on Sunday May 2 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. Students should bring one prepared piece to
the audition. The piece does not need to be memorized. Students will also be asked to sight read a short selection. The audition will last
approximately ten minutes. Please call 630.717.6622 to schedule an audition appointment.
June 7- July 7, 1 hour / week
$150/5 week session
*Please note: Students will need a three ring binder for music that will be distributed to the class.
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Wiggleworms® is coming to The School of Performing Arts!
The Old Town School of Folk Music’s unique early childhood music program welcomes young children to the world of music. Children and
grownups sing, play finger games, do circle dances, and play rhythm instruments especially designed for little hands. Your Wiggleworms®
teacher leads the class in musical play with traditional and original songs, while accompanying the class on acoustic guitar. Classes are
designed for different age groups. Activities will vary as your child grows. Classes are limited to 12 children with their parent or caregiver.
Wiggleworms® 6-12 months
At this earliest stage, baby’s mind is open and receptive to melody, rhythm and language. Babies love making music with their grown-ups
and in the company of other little ones.
$125/8 week session, 45 minutes a week, cost includes baby maraca
Thursdays, July 1-August 19, 12 PM
Call 773-728-6000 to register or click on the link below
http://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/Wiggleworms.php?courseid=3342&st3Location=Naperville&Time=12&Day_of_Week=Thursday
Wiggleworms® 12-24 months
At this toddler stage, young children are working on motoring around as well as listening and playing with sound. Motor skills, language
development, and musicality are stimulated through musical play.
$120/8 week session, 45 minutes a week
Tuesdays, June 29-August 17, 12 PM
Call 773-728-6000 to register or click on the links below
http://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/Wiggleworms.php?courseid=3343&st3Location=Naperville&Time=12&Day_of_Week=Tuesday
Thursdays, July 1-August 19, 10 AM
http://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/Wiggleworms.php?courseid=3343&st3Location=naperville&Time=10&Day_of_Week=Thursday
Wiggleworms® 2 years
For 2 year olds, imagination games, singing familiar songs, and language play contribute to the child’s developing musical self. Two year olds love
belonging to a special musical community.
$120/8 weeks session, 45 minutes a week
Tuesdays, June 29-August 17, 10 AM
Call 773-728-6000 to register or click on the link belowhttp://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/Wiggleworms.php?courseid=3344&st3Location=Naperville&Time=10&Day_of_Week=Tuesday
Sibling Wiggleworms® 6 months—4 years
In this special class for a mixed age group, families share musical time together engaging in interactive songs and musical play; older
children and younger children leave the class with lots of songs to
sing and play together at home.
Tuesdays, June 29-August 17, 11 AM
Call 773-728-6000 to register or click on the link belowhttp://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/Wiggleworms.php?courseid=2235&st3Location=Naperville&Time=11&Day_of_Week=Tuesday
Wigglegrads® 3—4 years
Children will explore the world of music--each week, singing, dancing and playing percussion instruments such as rhythm sticks, hand drums,
tambourines, triangles and more! Your Wiggleworms® teacher will lead the group in an exploration of music concepts such as melody,
dynamics, tempo, and rhythm while introducing special “big kid” instruments and songs.
Thursdays, July 1-August 19, 11 AM
Call 773-728-6000 to register or click on the link below
http://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/register/Wiggleworms.php?courseid=2052&st3Location=ANY&Instructor=rob+newhouse&Time=&Day_of_Week=&Search=Search
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