Composition and Music Theory

Composition and Music Theory

Fall 2013

Please welcome instructor Emily Romm, who will be joining us in September 2013 to teach Music Theory and Appreciation classes. More information to come!


Fall 2012

Ages 10 - Adult
34 weeks (September 2012 - June 2013)

The following composition and music theory programs are taught as either a private or semi-private lesson. Days and times of the lessons are arranged according to the instructor's schedule.

Full-year Tuition:

  • 30-minute lessons: $1,428 ($714 per semester)
  • 45-minute semi-private lessons: $1,020 ($510 per semester)

Creative Music Writing
Ages 10 - Adult
Instructor: Todd Brunel

Be creative and learn to notate and record your musical ideas. Learn to write your own compositions while you explore the world of early music, jazz, classical, and crossover fusion music. Open to all instruments.


Jazz Composition 101
Ages 10 - Adult
Instructor: Michael Shea

Jazz Composition 101 is an introduction to writing and arranging contemporary music. Students study harmony and musical structure as they learn to produce a collection of their own musical compositions on the keyboard. Open to advanced beginner and higher level piano students.


Music Theory/Ear Training
Ages 10 - Adult
Instructor: Kathryn Rosenbach

Music theory and ear training are critical parts of music appreciation and of becoming an accomplished musician. Students work on developing good ear training while also studying scales and intervals. Studying theory is a great supplement to private lessons, This course is tailored to all students who play at the intermediate level.


Reading Music for Singers
Ages 13 - Adult
Instructor: Kathryn Rosenbach

Reading musical notation and understanding rhythms are important for singers of all levels. Singers will learn the basics of sight-reading music as they transition from solfege to understanging pitch and rhythm. This course is appropriate for all levels of singers ages 13 and older.

 

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