Music Classes 2011-12
Early childhood through Teens
EARLY CHILDHOOD
MUSIC FOUNDATIONS
(Infants through 4 years
accompanied by caregiver)
Dr.
Beth Bolton, Curriculum Director
Taught
by Kerry Filsinger
This nationally recognized program develops the very young child's potential in music and helps parents recognize and nurture their child's music making. The program provides a carefully planned sequence of music learning for children who are accompanied by parents or caregivers and uses the natural human inclination for chanting, singing and movement as the first steps in understanding melody, rhythm, and improvisation. Through interactive music making with parents and teachers, children discover the body as the primary music instrument.
Infant (up to 18 months):
In infant classes, parents and children experience music by participating in gentle flowing and rhythmic movement activities. Infants’ spontaneous vocal responses, or babble, are viewed as the first attempts at music making and are incorporated into songs and chants. In class children will experiment with manipulatives (egg shakers, scarves, and beanbags) to help stimulate curiosity and foster body coordination.
Toddler (18 to 36 months):
Toddler classes are designed around children’s increasing independence and desire to explore and play. Locomotor movement activities allow children to explore their music environment. Teachers will incorporate the children’s spontaneous movement and vocal explorations into classroom songs and chants. Additional manipulatives (co-operband, parachute, and gathering drum) provide opportunities for cooperative group movement and music making.
Pre-School (3 and 4 years):
Children’s love for imaginative play is incorporated into informal structured locomotor and discrete movement activities that accompany songs and chants. Parents and teachers participate alongside children in partner games during which children can share ideas for singing, chanting, and moving. Children explore simple percussion instruments and manipulatives through independent and cooperative music making. Because children at this age have a natural curiosity about symbol systems and are learning to recognize and pre-read letters, numbers, and words, music notation is featured to provide children with a readiness to read notation.
Classes offered at 2 locations/2 different days:
Temple Music Prep, 1515 Market St.
Saturdays
Infant
(up to 18 months): 10:30 to 11:00 AM
Toddler (18 to 36 months): 9:30 to 10:15 AM
Pre-School ( 3 and 4 years): 11:15 AM to Noon
Fall:
10 Saturdays, October 1, 2011 through December 10, 2012 (no classes October 8 or November 26)
Fee: $165
Winter: 10 Saturdays, January 14, 2012 through March 17, 2012
Fee: $165
Spring:
8 Saturdays, April 14, 2012 through June 9, 2012
(no classes April 7 or May 26)
Fee: $132
Kimmel Center's Merck Arts Education Center, Broad & Spruce Streets.
Mondays
Infant (up to 18 months): 11:00 to 11:30 AM
Toddler (18 to 36 months): 10:00 to 10:45 AM
Fall: 10 Mondays, October 3, 2011 through December 12, 2011
Fee: $165
Winter: 10 Mondays, January 9, 2012 through March 26, 2012
Fee: $165
Spring: 8 Mondays, April 9, 2012 through June 4, 2012
Fee: $132
Additional registration fee applies for each student. $20 per semester or $50 per year.
FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS
Only at Temple Music Prep, 1515 Market Street
(For parents and children in all levels)
Infant: 10:15 to 10:45 AM
Toddler: 9:15 to 9:45 AM
Pre-School: 11:15 to 11:45 AM
Fall: September 24, 2011
Winter: January 7, 2012
Spring: March 31, 2012
Phone
215.204.1512 for reservation and room number.
Family Celebration of Childhood Arts
(For all Suzuki, Early Childhood Music Foundations and Pre-school Dance students)
For young students and their families, a culminating event to celebrate the concepts and skills learned throughout the year. Students from the Early Childhood Music Foundations Classes, Dance Program and Suzuki Group Classes are invited to participate.
-Saturday, June 16, 2012 from 10:30 to 11:30 am
Location: Conwell Dance Theater (5th floor), Temple University Main Campus
Free and open to the public.
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Building Blocks
(Ages 5 to 7)
Taught
by Veronika Zhmeniak
This fun and stimulating class is a must for the young singer or instrumentalist. Children will build a strong musical foundation through singing, strengthen their ability to match pitch using the Kodaly system of hand signals and solfege syllables, learn breath support, and develop proper posture and full body awareness incorporating the principals of the Alexander Technique.
Class time: 9:00-9:50 AM
Fall: 10 Saturdays October 1–December 17
(No classes October 8, November 26)
Fee: $165
Winter: 10 Saturdays January 14–March 17
Fee: $165
Spring: 8 Saturdays April 14–June 9
(No classes April 7, May 26)
Fee: $132
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FUNdamental MUSICIANSHIP
(Ages 6 to 8)
Taught
by Veronika Zhmeniak
Through fun and motivating activities, children experience playful ways of learning the FUNdamentals of music theory. Goals of the class include reading basic music notation and further enhancing a child’s aural skills using games, singing, and the Kodaly system in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Class time: 10:00-10:50
Fall: 10 Saturdays October 1–December 17
(No classes October 8, November 26)
Fee: $165
Winter: 10 Saturdays January 14–March 17
Fee: $165
Spring: 8 Saturdays April 14–June 9
(No classes April 7, May 26)
Fee: $132
This course is an excellent preparation for the Musicianship courses (see below) and provides overall musical skill building.
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BASIC MUSICIANSHIP
(Pre-teens and Teens)
Taught
by Veronika Zhmeniak
Offered
in two levels, basic and advanced, the goal of this course is to develop
musicianship by integrating aural, written, vocal, and tactile skills.
Using movable "Do" solfege, students learn to make the connection between musical notation and sound.
An evaluation to determine class placement can be taken Saturday, September 10 or September 17.
Call 215.204.1512 for registration information.
Basic: An
introduction to basic musical concepts, including rhythm, intervals, chords, solfege, sight-singing, and musical
dictation. Students learn to recognize both aurally and
visually, major and minor scales and chords as well as all the intervals within the major
scale.
Class time: 11:00-11:50 am
Advanced: An
in-depth integration of all musical elements presented in the two
previous levels, with an introduction to more advanced concepts, analysis,
and composition. Students explore important differences between musical
styles and analyze pieces of music from their own performance repertoire.
Other skills developed include hearing and visually recognizing diminished,
augmented and V7 chords, as well as chord inversions (including V7
chords and their resolutions), and tonic expansions.
Class time: 12:00-12:50 pm
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24 Saturdays
October 1, 2011 through April 28, 2012
(No classes December 18 through January 22)
Basic: 11:00-11:50 am
Advanced: 12:00-12:50 pm
Annual Tuition : $360
An
evaluation to determine class placement can be taken on Septembers
12 or 19. Call 215.204.1512 for information.
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YOUNG ARTISTS HARP ENSEMBLE
(Pre-teens and Teens)
Directed by Kimberly Rowe in collaboration with
Elizabeth Hainen, Principal Harpist, The Philadelphia Orchestra
The Young Artists Harp Ensemble offers pedal and lever harp students ages 10 through high school the opportunity to participate in a group ensemble experience with a conductor as well as in student-led chamber music settings. There is no prerequisite for entry, however, basic note-reading skills are suggested. Repertoire will be assigned to each student based on their level and experience and ranges from advanced-beginner to advanced. Rehearsals are on alternating Saturday afternoons and students are responsible for bringing their own harps and benches; music stands are provided. (Lever harps should be tuned in E-flat.) Individual time commitment requirements may vary depending on repertoire assigned. Participants are also eligible to attend monthly studio master classes by Philadelphia Orchestra principal harpist, Elizabeth Hainen at the Boyer College of Music and Dance. Students may also have the opportunity to collaborate with other Temple Music Prep ensemble groups.
13 alternating Saturdays, 12:30 to 3:00 PM
9/24, 10/8, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 2/4, 2/18, 3/3, 3/17, 3/31, 4/14, 4/28
Annual Tuition: $595
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Summer Offerings!
NEW!
BROADWAY TRIPLE THREAT AT TEMPLE MUSIC PREP: SUMMER MUSICAL THEATER INTENSIVE
(For young actors 13 through 15 yrs. and
16 through 21 yrs.)
Broadway Triple Threat at Temple Music Prep, is based on a model of the highly acclaimed musical theater intensive, Broadway Triple Threat NYC (BTTNYC), developed by Catherine Cox and David Evans*. The highly-focused, six-day program is designed for young actors in two age categories, 13 to 15 and 16 to 21, who want to advance their talent and artistry in singing, dancing and acting, with the goal of developing into a “triple threat.” Students will be taught by Broadway veterans who will instill the craft and conviction required to fully express and project a character. Also included is a master class with a special guest artist from the Broadway industry. The six-day intensive will culminate in a relaxed final presentation for family and friends that celebrates process, talent and individuality.
Admission by audition only. Information regarding application and audition process click here. Call 215.204.1512 for details.
6 days: August 6 through 11. 2012
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Pearson Hall , Temple University Main Campus
Fee before June 3: $695
Fee after June 3: $750
(Additional $20 non-refundable application fee required.)
Scholarship Auditions available for students enrolled in Broadway Triple Threat Philly, Philly’s hottest new six-day musical theater intensive for teens (13 and up). For the audition prepare 16 bars and/or a full song. Submit taped audition and application to http://broadwaytriplethreatnyc.com/btt-philly-summer-2012.
In order to be eligible for the scholarship, application and program registration must be complete by May 30, 2012.
*Catherine Cox, Artistic Director – Tony Award nominated Broadway veteran
David Evans, Music Supervisor – Currently Associate Conductor of Wicked on Broadway
2011 Special Guest: Julia Murney- Broadway star of Wicked
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GREATER PHILADELPHIA SUZUKI INSTITUTE AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
(For children involved in instrumental study via the Suzuki approach and piano and violin teachers registered with SAA)
This brand new institute is the first SAA approved Summer Institute in Philadelphia. Many more activity options are in development. We are excited that Temple University Music Preparatory Division is able to house this initiative at the Boyer College of Music and Dance on the Temple University Campus. Participants will have the opportunity to study and grow in newly renovated facilities of a leading university-based music college, central to a city known for its arts and culture. For more information see the Suzuki Association of the Americas website.
Location: Temple University-Presser Hall, 2001 N 13th Street, Philadelphia PA 19122
2012 Summer Session: August 11 through 15
For Teachers
Piano, Book 4 taught by Joan Krzywicki
Piano, Book 5 taught by Cathy Williams Hargrave
Violin, Book 4 taught by Michele Higa George
Fees:
Registration = $50
Piano Book 4 = $400
Piano Book 5 = $400
Violin Book 4 = $400
For teacher training prerequisite and audition details please refer to the official SAA website.
For Children accompanied by parents
Instruction in piano, violin, cello, and guitar available
Fees:
Registration $50
Family Registration $100
Book 1-3 $300
Book 4 up $350
Additional electives and enrichment TBA.
Registration past July 1 with special permission.
Additional fees may apply. Other opportunities TBA.
Faculty:
- Hannah Doucette, Violin
- Michele Higa George, Violin
- Cathy Williams Hargrave, Piano
- Emily Jennings, Piano
- Joan Krzywicki, Piano
- Diego Maugeri, Movement Theory
- Karen Meier, Cello
- Daphne Pantelopulos, Piano
- Zoe Park, Piano
- Danielle Sinclair, Musical Theater and Opera
- Carol Tileston, Guitar
- Carol Tileston, Theory
Housing information available upon request
Hotel on Campus:
The Conwell Inn Hotel is located in the heart of beautiful & historic Temple University, founded in 1884. Each of 22 rooms reflect the charm, ambiance, and history of the 19th century brick & mortar town homes that now house this boutique Philadelphia hotel. Contact at www.conwellinn.com or 888-379-9737 for rates.
Dormitory:
On-campus, air conditioned housing is available in University dormitories near Presser Hall.
Rate is per person/night: Single or double $40
Additional charge of $15 per week/person for linens:
2 twin size sheets, 1 pillow, 1 pillow case, 1 washcloth and
1 towel
Contact for other options.
Meal Plans: Per Day & Single meals available via Temple University Food Services.
Recreation:
Temple University is less than 10 minutes by car, cab, or subway to all of Philadelphia’s major attractions including: Independence Hall, The Liberty Bell, The National Constitution Center, The Gallery Mall Downtown, The Pennsylvania Convention Center, The Philadelphia Museum of Art, Historic Eastern State Penitentiary and the Philadelphia Zoo. A subway stop is available 2 blocks from the dormitory and hotel.
Other Info
Contact
For more information, please visit the Greater Philadelphia Suzuki Institute website or contact:
Mark Huxsoll, Director
Phone: 215-204-1512
Fax: 215-204-5492
musicprep@temple.edu
Teachers: Register for the 2012 Greater Philadelphia Suzuki Institute at Temple University.
Parents: Register a student for the 2012 Greater Philadelphia Suzuki Institute at Temple University.
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NEW!
2012 SUMMER DANCE
(Ages 8 through teens)
Taught by Victoria McGuigan
A special summer opportunity for participants in Modern Dance and Ballet Techniques or dancer at an equivalent skill level.
Location: Friends Select School, 17th and the Parkway
(access entrance via the parking lot on 16th Street side)
Class time: 5:30 to 7:00 PM
4 Tuesdays and 4 Thursdays
June 26 through July 26, 2012
Fee: $195
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SUMMER MUSIC THEORY INTENSIVE
(High School and College Students)
Taught by Dr. Girard Kratz and Veronika Zhmeniak
Conveniently offered just prior to the Fall Semester, this one-week summer program consists of written and aural components. The course provides students with a thorough grounding in writing/singing fundamentals: keys, intervals, triads, 7th chords, and basic harmonic functions. Students are introduced to solfege/ear-training: identifying intervals, triads, sight-singing basic melodies, dictation of basic melodies.
Class time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Summer 2012
Monday through Friday
August 20 through August 24, 2012
Fee: $300
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