Love Music?..................We’ve
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CMS encourages you to participate in various forms of music instruction
during the summer. There are several classes from which to choose. CMS
offers continuing private and semi-private instruction for most every
instrument and voice. In addition, several of the Group Programs, including
S.T.E.P. Suzuki Strings and Jumpstart continue year-round. As well, all
of the Creative Arts Therapy sessions are available. Plus, CMS is offering
an opportunity to introduce youngsters to a super party or play-date
opportunity. Be the first among your friends to enjoy a ‘House
Call” by Dr. Sharon and her violin!
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CLASSES/PROGRAMS &
GROUP/CLASS INSTRUCTION
Bring friends, have fun, and learn to play music or sing! |
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SUMMER HOURS/DAYS
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am – 4:00
pm. No Saturday lessons: June 16 – September 6, 2008. CMS will be
closed Friday, July 4th in celebration of Independence Day. |
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SUMMER CANCELLATION POLICY
In the event a cancellation is required, we ask you to notify CMS 48-hours
in advance, otherwise your lesson will be charged to your account. |
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PRIVATE LESSONS: SUMMER OPTIONS
Private lessons may be taken in 4-week, 6-week, 8-week, or 9-week sessions.
To schedule your session time, we ask you to contact the Office Manager
at 610.435.7725. |
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FALL SESSION BEGINS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2008 |
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Introducing
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CMS’ own “Dr.” Sharon will
pay your son/daughter and their friends a ‘house call’ during
their birthday party celebration or play-date. She’ll bring
along strings - she’ll play some tunes – and pretty soon,
along with cookies, ice cream and balloons, we’ll be hearing
SOUNDS OF TWINKLES FILL THE ROOMS…LET’S PLAY DOWN!
To reserve your date for ‘Musical Adventure’ please
contact CMS at 610.435.7725. Travel only within a radius of 20-miles
of Allentown. Program length: One-hour. Please call to reserve your
party/play date one month in advance. |
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| Ages: All |
| Dates: June 23 – 26 – 4
big days |
| Please, registration by June 1; music will be determined
by the group of musicians enrolled in the clinic. |
| Time: 12:30 – 2:00 pm |
| A minimum of six youngsters are required for any
group to begin. Private and or semi-private instruction is offered
daily (each student taking lessons one time each week) plus one weekly
group instruction. |
| Instructor: Dr. David Saturen |
| Learn to play jazz with composer/arranger
and jazz professional, Dr. David Saturen, in our State-of-the-Art
Presser Piano Lab. Improvisation in traditional jazz styles. We welcome
students of piano and students who play OTHER INSTRUMENTS. Minimum
enrollment of five students. It’s June and there’s
plenty of jazz. |
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| Music Theory |
| Ages: Beginners
and Intermediate |
| Dates: July 7, 14, 21; July 28, August
4, 11 |
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1:00 – 1:45 for beginners
Noon – 12:45 intermediate |
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| Instructor: Dr. David Saturen |
Each class will meet two times each week for
three weeks each Monday & Thursday. The 3-week course will
cover (6-sessions)
Pitch and rhythmic notation, writing melodies or playing them by
ear, scales, intervals and chords. |
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Ages: 15 – Adult
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| Dates: July 7, 9, 14, 16 (Monday & Wednesday – 4
big hours) |
| Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm |
| Instructor: Monica Schantz |
Where does music begin?
Developing abilities in singing a melody; and, understanding and
realizing its make-up. Includes participation for instrumentalists
and singers. Materials for the class will be provided. CMS requests
a minimum enrollment of four to begin the class. |
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Ages: 15 – Adult |
| Dates: July 7, 9,
14, 16 (Monday & Wednesday evenings) |
| Time: 7:00 – 8:00
pm |
| Instructor: Richard
Schantz |
Choral analysis and conducting for those with
experience.
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Work, Dig, and Unfold! |
| The task at hand: Comprehend the musical events
and plan a strategy to disclose those wonders to the ensemble and
ultimately to the listener. |
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Ages: All |
| Dates: July 7 - 11 |
| Time: 9:00 am – Noon |
| Instructor: Dr. Nora
Suggs |
You too can become a member of the CMS Flute
Choir. You will experience the joy of performing music with others.
The music studied will include everything from Bach to the Blues.
Learn leadership skills through the rotation of parts during this
summer flute camp.
PERFORMANCE, FRIDAY, JULY 11 AT 12:00: The very last day our CMS
Flute Choir performs for family and friends! This is truly a wonderful
way to spend a week in the summer, meet new friends, learn to play
music, AND, experience the opportunity to perform. CMS does require
a minimum enrollment of six to begin the class.
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Ages: All ages
welcome |
| Dates: July 7 – 11;
July 14 - 18 |
| Time: Noon – 1:00
pm |
| Instructor: Sharon
Olsher |
Auditions are necessary for placement; no one
will be refused. Please call Ms. Olsher at 484.767.3177 to schedule
your appointment by mid-June.
CMS invites you to explore the exciting world of chamber music.
Discover the beauty of the genre while developing ensemble and
leadership skills. Learn team work; discover your creativity, and
all while forming new friendships. Program includes two rehearsals,
each 45-minutes in length prior to the actual performance program
in September. CMS requests a minimum enrollment of five students
to begin the class.
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Goal: Two performances
in the community |
Ages: All ages
welcome |
| Dates: July 21 -
25 |
| Time: 10:30 am – 1:00
pm |
| Instructor: Sharon
Olsher |
Auditions are necessary for placement. Contact
Ms. Olsher to arrange an appointment: 484.767.3177. No one will
be refused. Minimum players necessary to begin: Eight violins,
two cello’s, two viola’s.
CMS introduces our very own String Orchestra for kids of ALL ages.
Under the direction of Sharon Olsher YOU learn new music, enjoy
performing in a string orchestra; become part of a team of fellow
string players, push yourself to new heights, and feel the pride
of achievement in orchestral performance. This intensive five-day
session is for those students who have a passion
for performance.
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S.T.E.P
SUZUKI TALENT EDUCATION PROGRAM - Violin, Viola, Piano |
| Ages: 3+ |
Time & Date: Group Sessions
are offered on
Wednesday: 5:00 – 5:45 pm |
| A minimum of six youngsters are required for any
group to begin. Private and or semi-private instruction is offered
daily (each student taking lessons one time each week) plus one weekly
group instruction. |
| Instructors: Sharon Olsher, Mary
Ann Saylor, Raymond Taylor |
| Philosophical Foundation: “Every
student has ability, every student is a worthy person, and through
the study of music, every student can attain greatness as a human
being.”
The journey begins as we invite you to observe both a
group class and a private lesson while you await the delivery
of your child’s violin that has been measured specifically
for him/her. Enjoy the opportunity to speak with our educators
prior to any lesson. Gain insight into their wealth of
experience. It is a journey worth taking. The CMS S.T.E.P.
program will open a world of new experiences to both you
and your youngster.
Once lessons begin you will explore, create and understand music
through developmentally appropriate and repetitive activities;
all the while creating a musically stimulating environment. The
bond between parent and child strengthens and grows.
Our S.T.E.P. Program involves weekly private or semi-private lessons
and weekly group sessions. |
Parent Class |
| For new S.T.E.P. enrollment: Parents of
students enrolling in the Program will be required to attend one
Parent Orientation Class in order to familiarize parents with the
method of teaching, the supporting philosophy, and gain insight into
how you (the parent or caregiver) fits into the ‘triangle.’ A
must attend two-hour class. There is a modest cost for the program
and materials you will use throughout your child’s musical
adventure. Call for details at 610.435.7725 or e-mail offmgr@cmslv.org |
| Instruction includes semi-private (2 – 4
students) with one teacher; private instruction (1 student) with
one teacher. Group instruction includes a minimum of six students
and a maximum of twelve students to one teacher. |
Lessons include
Beginners/Pre-Twinkle
Book I
Book II – IV
Book V – X |
Students will grow through the program. As
youngsters advance, longer length sessions may be recommended in
order to continue their musical journey. Prices quoted reflect
9-weeks of instruction.
Why not begin your Suzuki Talent Education Program today? Simply
call 610.435.7725 to schedule a visit, to register, or begin
his/her class. |
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SUZUKIFEST – THREE
(3) DAY INTENSIVE GROUP WORKSHOP FOR ALL LEVELS – two intensive
hours each day!
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Ages: All levels/all
ages |
| Dates: July 1 – 2 – 3
(3-Big Days!) |
| Time: Noon – 2:00
pm |
| Instructor: Sharon
Olsher |
Beginners start the each workshop day at noon;
at 12:30 intermediate level goes through their paces; at 1:00 the
advanced students take to the platform. Then each day at 1:30 the
entire group works on group performance. Minimum enrollment for
each level: 6 students.
A Suzuki fest workshop is the most intensive training for all
levels of students; each student learns from the other. A great
preparation for the next level of music study. |
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Ages: 3-4 |
| Date: Wednesday
(Begins June 18) Six-week |
| Time: 12:30 – 1:15 |
| Instructor: Pamela
Taylor |
| Designed for active, enthusiastic, and musically
inclined children. Activities are integrated with music, vocal
development, some storytelling and movement are all part of your
child’s musical adventure. CMS requests a minimum enrollment
of five to begin this class. Bring friends; let’s discover
our world of music. |
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Ages: Six to 18
months |
| Day: Wednesday (Begins
June 18) Six-week |
| Time: Noon – 12:30
pm |
| Instructor: Pamela
Taylor |
Mom and me activities that help to develop
you child’s cognitive, emotional, social and language skills.
You will both find this class fun, lively, and most enjoyable.
Help your baby discover our wonderful world of music. A minimum
enrollment of six youngsters please to begin this class. |
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| CityArts Camp |
Ages: 8 - 12 |
| Dates: June 23 - 27 |
| Time: 9:00 - 4:00 |
| Collaboration with ASO, The Baum School of Art,
Allentown Art Museum, Civic Theatre, Repertory Dance
Theatre and CMS. A great opportunity for all kids in the Lehigh Valley
to
experience the arts in downtown Allentown. |
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VALUE PRICED AND GREAT
FOR BEGINNERS! |
CMS offers YOU a great way
to begin music instruction |
| JUMPSTART INTO MUSIC |
| Semi-private lessons at already low, and already
discounted pricing. This is a great opportunity for all beginners
who wish to study music. Jumpstart is available in affordable 9-week
sessions. JUMPSTART is a unique approach to teaching; allowing YOU
to learn along with another beginner; to discover the instrument
YOU enjoy the most and develop YOUR musical interest and skills.
This program will prepare YOU for private music instruction. Bring
a friend and JUMPSTART YOUR music education at CMS. |
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