Saturdays-KIDS (Grades K – 7)

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. This is a combined in-person and online class.

Keyboard rentals are available for a fee on a first come, first served basis. There is a $10 piano book fee.

Saturdays

(Grades K - 3)

11:45 - 12:45 AM

Students build skills in fingering, form, and proper bow technique, while learning the fundamentals of music theory including reading music. Students will work individually and collaboratively on exercises and song work building rhythm, timing, concentration, comprehension and coordination. This is an in-person class.

Violin rentals available for a fee on a first come first serve basis.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8)

11:45 - 12:45 AM

Students build on skills they learned in Piano I. Continuing learning about music theory. Students will begin playing with two hands and should know their basic keys and hand positions.  Students will have to be assessed before entering a Piano II class. This is an in-person and online class.

Keyboard rentals are available for a fee on first come, first served basis. There is a $10 piano book fee.

Saturdays

(Grades 3 - 7 )

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Students build skills in fingering, form, and proper bow technique, while learning the fundamentals of music theory including reading music. Students will work individually and collaboratively on exercises and song work building rhythm, timing, concentration, comprehension and coordination. This is an in-person class.

Violin rentals available for a fee on a first come first serve basis.

Saturdays

(Grades 2 -5)

10:30 - 11:30 PM

A beginning 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, and creating dialogue while becoming more comfortable and confident in front of others.

Saturdays

(Grades 2 - 4 )

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Students explore the world of Breakdance with particular emphasis on Popping, Locking, and Breaking. They will build skills in balancing and controlling their bodies and learn how to strengthen their own rhythm while learning a variety of sequences, dance choreography, and some Hip Hop history.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 7 )

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Discover and explore the vibrant rhythms of West Africa in this fun and communal, hands-on drum class. You’ll learn basic techniques and call-and-response patterns, with the djembe, as you practice traditional songs in a shared group drumming experience. This is an in-person only class.

Saturdays

(Grades K- 3)

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Discover and explore the vibrant rhythms of West Africa in this fun and communal, hands-on drum class. You’ll learn basic techniques and call-and-response patterns, with the djembe, as you practice traditional songs in a shared group drumming experience. This is an in-person only class.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 6)

11:45 - 12:45 PM

Beginning at age 6, ½ hour and 1 hour private lessons are available in:

Drum

Guitar

Piano

Voice

Saxaphone

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.

Students will move to the beat of Hip Hop music while improving rhythm and timing, strengthening their muscles and muscle memory. All while practicing patience and focus. In Hip Hop all kids are taught about how fun it is to use their bodies to positively express themselves. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8 ) 

10:30 - 11:30 PM

Students build skills in fingering, form, and proper bow technique, while learning the fundamentals of music theory including reading music. Students will work individually and collaboratively on exercises and song work building rhythm, timing, concentration, comprehension and coordination. This is an in-person class.

Assessment will be required.  Instrument rentals are available for a fee on a first come, first served basis.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8)

1:00 - 2:00 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. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 5 - 8)

11:45 - 12:45 PM

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. This is an in-person class.

There is an additional $15 Fee for Supplies.

Saturdays

(Grades K - 3 )

10:30 - 11:30 AM

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. This is an in-person class.

Instrument rental is available for a $10 fee on a first come, first served basis.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8 )

10:30 - 11:30 AM 

Fun and interactive activities and songs engage students in the movement and music. Students practice vocal technique including proper breathing, support and control to improve the quality and strength of their singing voices. By adding choreography, students learn how to use their bodies in combination with their voices to create a performance.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8 )

1:00 2:00 PM

Little ones have fun with movement and dance. Students will participate in physical exercises that build coordination, balance, and agility. Students will also explore a range of dance styles and will learn basic choreography that will have them dancing everywhere they go. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades K - 3)

10:30 - 11:30 AM

*Assessment Required*

This class is for students with a basic knowledge and understanding of playing the guitar.  Students build upon their skills of reading as well as playing 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. This is a combined in-person and online class.

Assessment is required for class.  Instrument rentals are available for a $10 fee on a first come, first served basis.

Saturdays

(Grades 5 - 8)

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Using acrylics and watercolor students create their own works of art while learning a variety of styles, techniques and methods of painting. This is an in-person class.

**There is an additional fee of $15 for Supplies.**

Saturdays

(Grades 5 - 8 )

1:00- 2:00 PM

Students are introduced to various musical instruments and song including learning music notes and scales, music values and ear training while having fun exploring instruments, singing songs and participating in a wide range of fun activities. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades K - 3)

10:30 -11:30 PM

Students practice vocal technique including proper breathing, support and control to improve the quality and strength of their singing voices. The class in enhanced by incorporating student centered creative projects to build to a final performance. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades K - 3 )

11:45 - 12:45 PM

Create your own "Pop Persona" while studying vocal techniques, choreography, and costuming in order to become the next big thing! This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 3 -6)

5:00 -6:20 PM

We will explore drawing styles to create characters and cartooning of their own vision and design. Students will also learn basic animation techniques. Starting with basic drawing techniques, children will learn about and experience various mixed media and create their own characters. This is a combined in-person and online class.

**There is an additional $15 Fee for Supplies.**

Saturdays

(Grades 3 -7 )

11:45 - 12:45 PM

Explore a new arena of percussion instruments, usually played as part of a musical marching ensemble. Students will play with various drums (snare, bass, etc.). This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 5 - 8)

10:30 - 11:30 AM

The incorporation of ballet, jazz and modern dance styles with theater. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8 )

11:45 - 12:45 PM

Students learn both 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. This is a combined in-person and online class.

Keyboard rentals are available for a fee on a first come, first served basis. There is a $10 piano book fee.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8)

10:30 - 11:30 PM

Shuffle, Ball-change, Step-Heel!

A style of dance in which a dancer wearing shoes fitted with heel and toe taps sounds out audible beats by rhythmically striking the floor or any other hard surface. Tap shoes will be required/may be available to rent. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 2 - 5 )

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Be the next dance star at your school! Students will learn contemporary, theatrical and concert dance. A cooperative dance experience expressing emotions and concepts through body movements.  All levels welcome. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

(Grades 4 - 8)

1:00 - 2:00 PM