Traditional Instruction
Electives
Classes are 50 minutes, 4 student minimum, $150 and open to the public
Classes may be cancelled for low attendance or insufficient funding.
Introduction to Theory (Mid-Book 1 to Book 2 Students, any instrument)
In this 12-week class, games and singing and theory puzzles combine to lay the foundation for a deeper musical understanding and eventual music reading. Done
in typical Suzuki-fashion, musical ideas are experienced first-hand, then named and notated. Students explore melody, rhythm, and are introduced to notation
and the staff. 4 student minimum.
Mondays 5:00
Music Theory 1 (Prerequisite: Introduction to Theory)
"Music Theory" is a fancy name for the study of written musical notation. In the Suzuki Method, students begin their musical studies with ear training, technique, and hours of listening. Once they have a musical understanding and are set-up well technically on their instrument (usually Books 2+), they are ready for a deeper study of how music is written down.
In "Music Theory 1" students go over sharps, flats, naturals, and the C, G, D, and F scales with their triads, degrees, and intervals. Non-piano students learn basic piano as part of their theory instruction.
Wednesdays 6:00
String Reading Orchestra (Books I-II String Players; Prerequisite: Introduction to Theory)
This is a 12-week class designed for students who are at levels end of Book I through Book III for their stringed instrument. This class will focus on strengthening note reading and theory for violin, viola, and cello students. Students will play fun music, learning along with friends.
Tuesdays 6:00Advanced Chamber Ensemble
This class is for students who are able to read at a Book IV level or above for their instrument. The repertoire is standard string chamber music for violin, viola, cello and string bass. This performing ensemble has regular performances at HPSI concerts and other performing venues. Invite your friends from school or youth orchestra. Terrance Gray, conductor.
Tuesdays 6:00
In this 12-week class, games and singing and theory puzzles combine to lay the foundation for a deeper musical understanding and eventual music reading. Done
in typical Suzuki-fashion, musical ideas are experienced first-hand, then named and notated. Students explore melody, rhythm, and are introduced to notation
and the staff. 4 student minimum.
Mondays 5:00
Music Theory 1 (Prerequisite: Introduction to Theory)
"Music Theory" is a fancy name for the study of written musical notation. In the Suzuki Method, students begin their musical studies with ear training, technique, and hours of listening. Once they have a musical understanding and are set-up well technically on their instrument (usually Books 2+), they are ready for a deeper study of how music is written down.
In "Music Theory 1" students go over sharps, flats, naturals, and the C, G, D, and F scales with their triads, degrees, and intervals. Non-piano students learn basic piano as part of their theory instruction.
Wednesdays 6:00
String Reading Orchestra (Books I-II String Players; Prerequisite: Introduction to Theory)
This is a 12-week class designed for students who are at levels end of Book I through Book III for their stringed instrument. This class will focus on strengthening note reading and theory for violin, viola, and cello students. Students will play fun music, learning along with friends.
Tuesdays 6:00Advanced Chamber Ensemble
This class is for students who are able to read at a Book IV level or above for their instrument. The repertoire is standard string chamber music for violin, viola, cello and string bass. This performing ensemble has regular performances at HPSI concerts and other performing venues. Invite your friends from school or youth orchestra. Terrance Gray, conductor.
Tuesdays 6:00
Private
Traditional Guitar (Children 3 years old and older) Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Students learn fundamentals of guitar in a wide range of styles, including jazz, blues, classical and folk.
30 minute private lessons $400.00
60 minute private lessons $600.00
Students purchase their own materials and instrument.
Harp (Children 4 years old and older) Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced
Students learn harmony/theory skills and fundamentals of harp performance in various styles which may include classical, jazz, contemporary and religious.
30 minute private lessons $400.00
60 minute private lessons $600.00
Students purchase their own materials. Harps available for rent and/or purchase.
Second Instrument
Students with years of study on their primary instrument may study a second instrument to enhance the their overall musical knowledge and experience. Students must be enrolled at HPSI for their primary instrument. Students should discuss their desire to study a 2nd instrument with their instructor. Students are encouraged to attend group class but are not required to.
30 minute private lessons $375.00
Student must provide their own instruments and purchase their own materials. Participation in group classes is encouraged but not required.
Adult Lessons
Since you are “never too old to twinkle,” we offer instruction in violin, viola, cello, piano, guitar, harp, composition and improvisation. Program includes weekly private lessons and a performance at the end of the term.
30 minute private lessons and performance class $400.00
60 minute private lessons and performance class $600.00
Composition (Children)
Students learn the fundamental concepts of music theory: melody, rhythm, harmony, musical structure and form, analysis and composition.
Alex Wing, Instructor.
30 minute private lessons $375.00
60 minute private lessons $600.00
Improvisation (Children)
Students learn jazz improvisation techniques, jazz theory and rhythm on the student’s choice of instrument.
Alex Wing, Instructor.
30 minute private lessons $375.00
60 minute private lesson $600.00
