Here are the 2013 Fall sememster Performing Arts Academy course offerings:
Music Theory - Beginners & Intermediate/Advanced
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Students will learn the elements that regulate the language of music. Our Solfege class will teach traditional music notation, ear training, melody, pitch, scales, modes and rhythm. All Theory students will be evaluated on day one to determine the appropriate class level. Music Theory class, though not mandatory, is strongly recommended for all our music students. This class will be made available on other college campuses should interest dictate.
Vintage Rock Band – Ages: Teen to Adult
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Have you ever dreamed of being in a rock band? Well this is your opportunity! Develop your musical and performance talents through interaction with peers while discovering the creativity of performing in a band. Our instructors are award-winning professional musicians who lead popular rock and blues bands. They provide instruction in all components involved in being a member of a rock band including the ins and outs of the music business. Band members will perform a concert at the end of the semester.
All participants will have the opportunity to learn how to record slammin’ tracks in a world-class studio, tips on how to market their product, and instruction on how to develop their skills in creating music.
The Orchestra Program (T.O.P.) – Ages: 8-18
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T.O.P. includes multifaceted classes presented in a dynamic, vibrant, intense and fun way that will incorporate instruction in all the elements necessary to deeply learn how to play in a string orchestra. The program consists of coordinated classes in Orchestra Rehearsal and Theory and Group Instrumental Lessons. After a first day evaluation, students will be placed in the level appropriate to their experience
In the Orchestra Rehearsal class, students will learn to be responsible for their individual parts, and will learn to work collaboratively with their fellow students and the conductor. In the Theory and Group Instrumental Lessons, students are introduced to the basic performance techniques for their instruments. These techniques include correct instrument and bow position, note reading, development of aural skills, rhythm and pitch. Qualifying students in T.O.P. will also be given a discount for private instrumental lessons, and every effort will be made to schedule those lessons at the most convenient times for each individual.
* Made possible through the generous support of the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation.
The Suzuki Program – Ages: 3*-8
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Let Suzuki Begin Students Ages: 3*- 8 who are brand new to string instruments can quickly learn to play through the Suzuki method. T.O.P. Suzuki will be held at all three main Tri-C campuses, with a limited number of spaces at each location. The Suzuki Program includes training for parents and individual lessons for 1st semester students and both a weekly private lesson and ensemble sessions for returning Suzuki students. Parental involvement is essential to a student’s success in this program. Parents are required to attend sessions for the first three weeks, which includes info on how to support the training in the home.
JazzPrep – Ages: 12-18
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Recognized internationally, Tri-C’s Jazz Institute program gives students an opportunity to develop their skills and perform in both large and small ensembles, with focus on repertoire development, jazz theory and improvisation. The students engage in workshops and clinics lead by Artists-In-Residence, throughout the year and at Tri-C JazzFest. Students from both Jazz Institute and the Tri-C JazzFest High School All-Stars also perform each year during the JazzFest Education Days and at the Downbeat Invitational Concert as a part of the Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland.