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NEW DANCE CLASSES
Dance Fit
Saturday 9-9:45am Beginning Saturday January 17, 2009
This dance class is designed for adults who want to increase strength and flexibility to maintain health and fitness. Dance Fit will incorporate various dance styles including Ballet and Jazz as well as Yoga techniques. Learn proper exercises and stretches that can be done on a daily basis to help strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, and develop proper body alignment. Recommended attire: Exercise clothes and ballet or jazz shoes.
Ballet I (4-6)
Saturday 9:45-10:30am Beginning Saturday January 17, 2009
Let your little one explore movement and music through the wonderful world of ballet. This introductory dance class will teach students the basic steps of ballet while learning how to follow direction and imitate movement in a positive environment. Required attire: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes.
Ballet I (7-9)
Saturday 10:30-11:15am Beginning Saturday January 17, 2009
This introductory class will cover basic ballet positions, movements, and combinations set to various music styles. Students will learn ballet terminology, poise, turns, and dance techniques while developing a better understanding of musicality and rhythm. Required attire: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes.
Social Dance
Saturday 11:15am-12pm Beginning Saturday January 17, 2009
It is never too late to learn ballroom dancing! This class will introduce basic technical skills of various social dance forms such as swing, salsa, tango, and waltz. It is designed for students with no dance experience as well as those wanting to learn diverse social dance forms. Recommended attire: comfortable clothes you can move in and ballroom dancing shoes.
Did you know that music making has been scientifically PROVEN to:
*Exercise the brain *Inspire Creativity *Increase Productivity *Fight Memory Loss
*Reduces Stress * Lower blood pressure *Stave off depression *Build confidence
*Enhance cognitive development in children *Create social connections and bonds
Sesame Street Music Works Program
Sesame Street Music Works program is an fantastic program designed for children ages 2-6 and their parents, grandparents, teachers and caregivers to be involved in music making. The program taps into the appeal of one of the world's most respected children's shows to reach a whole new generation of music makers. Fountain Valley Music is a licensed education center for the Sesame Street Music Works Program. Learn from the best!
This program aims to:
Show parents and caregivers the role music plays in a pre-school child’s development.
Provide means for parents and caregivers to make music with children regardless of musical talent or training. Demonstrate that everyone can enjoy, make and value music.
Encourage a love of music in children during their formative years.
Illustrate musical links among cultures
Children grow and learn with music. Everyone, everywhere can celebrate with music. We express ourselves through music. Children learn about music by enjoying and making music
Ages 2-6 Beginning Tuesday January 13, 2009 10:00-10-45 am
Ages 2-6 Beginning Thursday January 15, 2009 3:00-3:45 pm
Parent/guardian participation is required in class. Class Fee $60.00 per 6 week course plus a $10.00 materials fee. This class continues on throughout the year
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PIANO
Keys to Music for ages 4-8
This is a fun beginning piano or keyboard class for young children. Each class involves the child learning through many activities including; games, singing, stories and playing piano. This class is very interactive and parent participation is encouraged. Give your child the gifts of music, studies are continuing to prove that MUSIC MAKES YOU SMARTER. Material Fee $27.00 before tax.
4-5 Beginning Monday January 12, 2009 10-11am
4-5 Beginning Wednesday January 14, 2009 1-2 pm
6-9 Beginning Monday January 12, 2009 4-5 pm
6-9 Beginning Saturday January 17, 2009 2-3 pm
Pianoland for ages 8-13
Taught in a group setting this class introduces reading music, rhythm, technique, and theory. Students will be able to read simple music within this six week period. Call a friend and register today! Material Fee $15.00 before tax
9-14 Beginning Wednesday January 14, 2009 8:00-9:00 pm
Pop Piano for Teens
For all of the aspiring pop stars we have the perfect course for teens with no previous musical experience. We will learn the basics of piano playing along with chords and some current pop music. Our approach will get you playing the music you want to play FAST! Materials Fee $20.00 before tax
13-17 Beginning Tuesday January 13, 2009 5:30-6:30 pm
Play Piano Now! Adults - Have you heard the news??? “Making music makes you smarter, healthier and happier”. Music is more than fun. Learn from an instructor who will keep you motivated and excited about playing the piano. Don’t wait any longer to start. Take this opportunity and register today. Materials Fee $20.00 + tax
101A SENIORS Beginning Thursday – January 15, 2009 12:00-12:45 pm
101A Adults Beginning Thursday – January 15, 2009 8:00- 8:45 pm
Progression: This class continues onto Play Piano Now 101B. The class is taught by the same instructor and continues to build on the work from the first course. No new course materials are necessary. We will continue to work from the same book.
VIOLIN
NEW Beginning Violin Class
Have you always loved the sound of violin and thought … I wonder if I could play? Well give it a try from one of Orange County’s finest instructors! Students will be taught proper posture, basic note reading, tempo and technique. This is a great way to start the violin. Call a friend and register today! Method book $7.95 plus tax
9-13 Beginning Monday January 12, 2009 6:00-7:00 pm
Class Requirements: Each student needs to bring their violin to class. Instruments should have 4 fine tuners, be in good working order and be the proper size for the student. If you need assistance with sizing please bring the student in ahead of the class. If you do not have an instrument one may be rented for a low fee.
VOICE
NEW Gotta’ Sing! Today’s Top Hits
This is a fun vocal techniques class. All ages are taught proper breathing, posture and technique. You will learn how to train your voice while learning to sing in a group. Music is age appropriate based on group interest, examples: Mylie Cyrus/Hannah Montana, High School Musical & more. Materials Fee: $19.95 (book lasts through multiple 6 week sessions)
Class 101A Ages 7-12 Beginning Monday – January 12, 2009 5:00-6:00 pm
Class Requirements: Each student needs to bring their music to class.
Progression: This class continues on to Gotta’ Sing 101B. The class is taught by the same instructor and continues to build on the work from the first course. Students can also continue in private instruction if they have a different musical interest.
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GUITAR
NEW Guitar Restring & Tuning Workshop
This workshop is for all those who have a guitar in the closet with broken strings, or who got a guitar for Christmas and don’t know what to do with it. Get it out and learn how to restring, tune and maintain your instrument. If your guitar sounds “twangy”, register for this workshop. Workshop meets one time. Students should bring their guitar to class and a new set of guitar strings to put on during the workshop. All other supplies will be provided. Free guitar picks will be issued to all attendees. Workshop Fee: $15.00
Dates Offered: Choose one
Saturday - January 17, 2009 9:30-10:30am
Saturday - February 7th, 2009 9:30-10:30am
Saturday - February 21st, 2009 9:30 -10:30am
Workshop Fee: $15.00
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Students will learn:
· How to properly remove old strings without damaging the instrument or altering
· the neck
· How to check the guitar for any potential problems
· Proper care for the wood on the body, neck, fingerboard and back
· Fingerboard treatment options for ease of play
· Proper installation of new strings to prevent slippage & minimize breakage
· How to tune the guitar
· Question and answers
Guitar Hero Players!
Convert your game skills to playing a real guitar!
Rock Guitar 101A
This class is great for all those who like to rock! Understand how to read tab, rhythms & learn technique to get the most from your music. You will learn the skills you need to play the songs you hear on the radio. This is a fun and fast class. Grab a friend and register today! Required Method book $9.95, (Guitar Hero Songbook is optional & will last through years of guitar playing. $29.95)
9 -12 Beginning Tuesday – January 13, 2009 5:00-6:00 pm
13-17 Beginning Tuesday – January 13, 2009 6:00-7:00 pm
Class Requirements: Each student needs to bring a guitar and the required method book to each class meeting. If you don’t have an instrument one may be rented for a low fee. Progression: Students who successfully complete Rock Guitar 101A are invited to continue to Rock Guitar 101B.
Guitar Made Easy 101A
This class is a basic approach to playing guitar and is intended for complete beginners with no previous experience. Students will learn: Basics of reading music, Learn rhythm and tempo, Learn how to tune your guitar. This is a very popular & fun class. Required Method book $12.95,
Seniors Beginning Wednesday – January 14, 2009 1:00-2:00 pm
6 - 8 Beginning Wednesday – January 14, 2009 3:30-4:30 pm
9 - 12 Beginning Wednesday – January 14, 2009 5:00-6:00 pm
13- 17 Beginning Wednesday – January 14, 2009 6:00-7:00 pm
Adult Beginning Wednesday – January 14, 2009 7:00-8:00 pm
Class Requirements: Each student needs to bring a guitar and the required method book to each class meeting. If you do not have an instrument one may be rented for a low fee. Progression: Students who successfully complete Guitar Made Easy 101A are invited to enroll in “Guitar Made Easy 101B” or into private instruction.
Rock Block
Designed by professionals in the music industry for the young, gifted and hard working students who desire to perform along side his or her peers in a safe and encouraging setting. Student players need to be committed to their group, dependable and ready to go. Students are encouraged to recruit band members. The performance coach will form bands for those students who do not register with their band. Each performance session is 6 weeks and ends with a performance on the 7th week. Each 6 week session will feature a different genre of music. Classic rock is the basis of round 1. Band members are encouraged to invite friends, family and peers to watch them perform. In order for the band to be successful each member must commit to attending all 6 sessions prior to the performance.
Band Member Placement Meeting Friday January 16, 2009 6:00-7:30pm $15.00 for placement meeting only. Band rehearsal schedule will be discussed with band members and parents at the placement meeting.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
All classes are $90.00 for 6 weeks unless otherwise noted. Material fees are noted in class descriptions. ALL 101B courses continue on using the same course materials as in the 101A Course. If parents are not sure which class may best fit the students needs they are welcome to call for more information.
If you have any questions on this schedule please let us know. Private Lessons are also available.
Private Lessons are also available 6 days per week and can be started at any time. All private lessons are tailored to each individual student for4 maximum results.
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