Instrumental Music
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Instrument study is an exciting journey into the world of music. Our teaching artists use the most effective modern methodologies and a nurturing approach to help students sequentially master building blocks of musical and technical skills. Once a solid foundation in technique, musical literacy, and artistry is achieved, students are encouraged to develop their own artistic voices through any genre of music that speaks to them, challenges them, and tugs on their heart strings.
We believe music is the perfect tool for the development of character, life skills, and competencies in students of all ages. ChiME teaching artists aspire to foster, support, and develop all dimensions of the human condition, including the mind, heart, soul, and spirit through musical study. Our purpose is to help students develop into effective individuals who live meaningful lives and contribute to the society, with the awareness and focus on not only what they accomplish, but how they live their daily lives. Instrumental students participate in weekly private lessons on their instrument, and – where applicable – weekly group classes. |
Through our Instrumental Music program, we provide students with balanced technique, thorough music literacy, and tools for artistic expression. |
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Private Lessons
Private lessons provide students with one-on-one attention from an expert instructor who addresses their individual needs. We offer lessons on voice, piano, guitar, violin, viola, cello, flute, saxophone, and drum set. In most departments, children 7 years old and younger begin lessons via the Suzuki Method. For older beginners and more advanced students, instructors will suggest the best age-appropriate, motivating course of study, choosing repertoire based on individual needs of each student. The chosen materials will address many elements that make a well-rounded musician, including posture, hand position, tone production, phrasing, and theory.
Private Lesson objectives
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We offer private lessons for ages 4 and up on the following instruments: Cello
Guitar Piano Percussion Violin Voice |
Group Classes
Most beginning to intermediate students participate in a weekly group class. The class is required for violin Suzuki students and recommended to other instrumentalists based on availability of classes. The class integrates fundamental musicianship concepts into instrument study, providing a well-rounded musical education. The teaching approach is steeped in the Suzuki and Orff philosophies, in which the experience precedes cognitive understanding of concepts, and students learn through play and performance. Students are placed in groups by the private lesson teacher, according to level.
Note: Group classes are an addition to private lessons. All students must be enrolled in private lessons. Schedule for 2022-23 Group Classes
GRoup Class objectives
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In weekly group classes, students develop musicianship, ensemble, and technical skills in a supportive group setting. |
Registration & Pricing
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Please note:
Make instrument lessons at ChiME the beginning of a lifelong musical adventure!
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Enroll at any time! There is still time for summer lessons. The new academic year will begin on September 6, 2022. |