Saturday Group Lessons

As part of a comprehensive education and our Suzuki Program, The Music Academy provides range of classes on Saturday mornings including instrument/level specific repertoire classes, music theory and reading courses, and large ensemble/orchestra. In addition to private lessons, group lessons equip our students with the social skills, technical foundation, and musical teamwork needed to enjoy music and contribute positively to an arts community throughout their lives. They are included with Suzuki Private Lesson tuition.

Saturday Morning Group Lessons

  • Repertoire Classes (first hour)

    Divided by level and instrument, these classes focus on playing together and refinement of technique through review.

    Piano:
    Wiggle Worms
    Orff A, Orff B
    Monster Piano

    Strings:
    Violin A, B, C, D
    Cello/Viola A, B
    Guitar A, B

  • Reading & Music Theory (second hour)

    Students participate in 6 levels of Reading/Theory Classes organized by level:

    1.) Wiggle Worms - sets the stage for reading and long-term intuition development.
    2.) Reading Ensemble - instrument-in-hand note reading class.
    3.) Pre-theory (reading 3): pencil-to-paper and music theory games.
    4.) Theory A: Intervals, chord progressions; melodic and rhythmic dictation.
    5.) Theory B: Scales, modes, harmonies on the piano.
    6.) Advanced Theory: college-level theory class.

  • Large Ensemble (third hour)

    Students may participate in instrument and level appropriate large ensemble which include:

    Piano:
    Monster Piano
    Starmakers
    Jubilation

    Strings:
    Suzuki Orchestra
    Vivaldi Orchestra
    Measure 5 (meets Wednesdays)

    All:
    Music Lab