780 Salem Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 | 908.469.1211
Beginning at age 6, ½ hour and 1 hour private lessons are available in:
Drum
Guitar
Piano
Voice
Private Lessons are available in 24-week sessions from October to May. Lessons are scheduled individually by Institute staff. Private lessons are not covered for financial aid.
A limited number of lessons are available in 12-week session from February to May.
(Ages 6 - Adult)
Please contact us to see what may be available.
Class time will be spent on exploring foundation techniques associated with jewelry making Students will learn how to design and create handmade jewelry.
Tuesdays
( Grades 3 - 7 )
6:40 pm - 7:40 pm
We will explore Japanese contemporary drawing styles to create anime characters of our own vision and design. Students will also basic animation techniques. Starting with basic drawing techniques, children will learn about and experience various mixed media and create their own characters.
There is an additional Fee for Supplies.
( Grades 3 - 5 )
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
An improvisational acting class that gives students a chance to use their voices, bodies and imaginations to create characters and tell stories. Students work on pantomime, expressing emotion, exploring new topics socially and emotionally and creating dialogue while becoming more comfortable and confident in front of others.
( Grades 4 - 7 )
Students build skills in drawing, painting and other mixed media that may include collage and sculpture. Color theory, composition and other fundamentals of visual arts will be explored.
There is an additional fee for Supplies.
( Grades K - 3 )
( Grades K - 2 )
Students learn the basics of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs.
There will be an additional fee for supplies.
6:40pm - 7:40pm
Students learn the basics of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs. Keyboard rentals are available for a fee on a first come, first served basis.
There is an additional fee for supplies.
( Grades 4 - 5 )
This is a fusion class of Recording artist, EMP and DJ. Students will create their own musical songs, and using music creation software such a Garage Band or Logic, students learn the fundamentals of arranging their own tracks and beats. They will explore a wide range of instruments and musical styles and will learn how to combine these elements to make original compositions.
( Grades 6 - 7 )
Students learn how to read as well as play notes and chords. Students build rhythm, timing, coordination, memory and finger strength through a variety of music exercises and through playing classic and contemporary songs.
There is an additional fee for supplies
Tuesday
Taught by a professional a Chef, students learn culinary fundamentals from cooking methods, knife work, sauces, and properly reading and executing a recipe. Students will prepare and eat their own meals every session.
There is an additional fee for this class
6:40 pm - 8:00 pm
Students will create their own musical songs, and using music creation software such a Garage Band or Logic, students learn the fundamentals of arranging their own tracks and beats. They will explore a wide range of instruments and musical styles and will learn how to combine these elements to make original compositions. Students will learn the basics of mixing, blending, and DJ skills.
Stage presence, creating rhymes and songs, hip hop music making class.
Students will play and discover the history of various drums and percussion instruments from around the world. From the West African djembe to the Afo-Cuban conga.
( Grades 3 - 6 )
Class starts off as an intro to the fundamentals of Piano, keys, notes, finger placement. Then, students wil learn the basics of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs.
Students will create original drills and cheers learning physical coordination, routine, steps, and cheers. Cheer and Drill teams can teach important skills, like organization, leadership, and responsibility.
Students will learn the ins and outs of designing fashion and drawing. Students will sketch their own fashion design ideas and create their own fashion pieces. They also will be spent on exploring foundation techniques associated with jewelry making and combining them with fashion.
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