GROUP LEARNING & EXPLORATION CLASSES (Instrumental)
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Family
Classes (Ages 12-36 months)
If your child is between 12 to 36 months you’ll want to join one of our toddler-parent participation classes. These classes are a wonderful opportunity for a special time of bonding with your child in a warm, encouraging environment.
Early Music Awareness™: E.M.A., our trademark class! (Ages 3-7)
Your
young child (3 to 7 years) will gain a sense of independence by
being a part of a small group of children (no more than 8 to a class)
where she will be able to receive personal attention and have her
individuality acknowledged and honored. In addition children
are prepared for future instrumental instruction by learning to read
music and try potential instruments in an active, fun and exciting
environment.
Even as young as three years old, your child will be proud of her ability to identify notes and distinguish their values. And she will be excited to share with you the handouts she’ll receive with every lesson.
Certificate E.M.A.: 9-Month Course (Ages 4-6.5)
We are excited to re-introduce our 9-Month Early Music Awareness™ Course in which the same group of students (who are almost ready for private instrumental instruction) will participate together in a once weekly school-year course. Unlike our flexible, ongoing E.M.A. classes, which review music theory in a way that accomodates new students who may join at any time, certificate course students will be led progressively through the original EMA curriculum at a steady pace that will prepare them even more adequately for graduation to instrumental learning.
We expect to offer this course again in fall of 2008 at San Jose and Sunnyvale campuses. It will maintain the same fast-paced fun environment true to the original intent of this well-loved and innovative music education program.
Instrument Readiness (Ages 4-7)
Your
growing child, who may not be ready for the daily practice of private
lessons, may join a transitional EMA, called IRC, in which kids use
song (Kodaly method), solfege, movement and xylophones or recorders to
apply the music theory they have learned
in EMA.
Cost of group classes ranges from $60 to $70 per month. IRC is $200 per session.
LEARNING & EXPLORATION CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
| Name/Description | Ages | Length | Max Size | Comments |
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| EMA (Early Music Awareness™) | ||||
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A fast paced, small group class for children ages 2-7 years, which includes the following 6 musical elements: Singing, Music Theory/Notation, Rhythmic Memory Development, Symphonic & Ethnic Instruments, Solfeggio (Do-Re-Mi) and Movement. Christian Emphasis classes are available by request. |
2-2.5yr | 30m | 6 |
Parent participation encouraged! |
| 3-8 | 45m | 8 |
Classes are grouped by age, with a maximum 2 year range for school-aged children. (Alternating weeks permitted.) |
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| FAMILY CLASS | ||||
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Emphasizes songs, sounds, instruments & creative play. Involves parents & uses fun 'props' & accessories around a weekly theme. |
0-4yrs | 30m | 6 |
50% discount for siblings under 12 months |
IRC (Instrument Readiness Class)
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Similar to EMA, but for children who have previous theory background, or EMA experience. The Instrument Readiness Class uses singing (Kodaly method), solfege, movement and xylophones or recorders to apply the music theory they have learned in EMA. |
4-7 | 45-50m | 6 |
10-12 week sessions. |
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
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One-on-one instruction with well-trained instructors is available on piano, voice and most instruments including but not limited to: drums, violin, viola, cello, guitar, flute, bassoon, recorder, saxophone, xylophone and keyboards. In addition we offer a custom-designed 4-8 week private Multi-Instrument Survey Class (using our own live instruments) to help students make an appropriate instrument selection. |
5 to adult | 30-60m | 1 |
Free Evaluation required for children under 7 before enrolling. |
* Sibling & ministry discounts available... and ask about scholarships!
Last Modified: 2008.04.24
Actual Customer Testimonials:
"I wanted to let you and everyone at the Music Place know that the recital was lovely and it was so child-oriented. It was nice to be at a recital where everyone was there to make the children feel good about themselves -- it wasn't a competition." -- Vanetia J.
"I just wanted to take the time to tell you and your staff how much I appreciate all that you have done for our daughter Jasmine. She has really grown and matured since she has been attending The Music Place. It's such a joy and blessing to see how her skills have been developing over the years and how you have brought out her hidden talents." -- Ottielie A.
Evaluation Feedback: "Thank you so much for taking so much time answering all of our questions and trying to understand our children's musical needs based on their personalities and abilities. We look forward to The Music Place being part of our lives..." Robi T.
