This class is for musicians who are interested in becoming better performers, and is open to all levels, instruments, and musical styles.  Whether you are a beginning musician who has never played in front of other people before, or an accomplished professional with years of experience, there is always a way to find new satisfaction in sharing music with others.  In the course of three sessions we will look at what makes a good performance, and how to improve your own.  The class will include performance tips, exercises, examples, and a chance to perform in front of the class with group feedback.  Please bring a recording device to each session, and come with a short piece of music prepared to play in class. Click here to register.

Summer Program Offerings

Join us for a week of jazz exploration with five of our jazz faculty members: John Faggiano (drums), Richard Gardzina (winds), Tom Robinson (piano), David Tonkin (guitar) and Don Williams (bass). The ever-popular Jazz Camp for ages pre-teen to adult runs July 9-13, 2012. The camp, which meets daily from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., includes ensemble, performance, recording technique, improvisation and instrumental master classes. Tuition for the week-long camp is $225. Register on-line.

Last year’s week-long Creative Arts Camp was such a success, we’ve decided to double the fun this year! Our Creative Arts Camp will be held July 16-20 and July 23-27; parents can register their children for one or both weeks. Students entering grades 1-6 will be grouped by grade level (grades 1-2; 3-4; and 5-6) and rotate through planned activities that include: singing, choreography and instrumental music with Maria Isaak; dance and creative movement with Heather Oberheim; visual arts with Cathy Kaplan; and outdoor games. An extended day option is available. Tuition is $250/week; $225/week if received by May 18. Register on-line.  

Registration is on-going for summer Music & Movement and Take Three.