THE CLASSES:
Group classes at Hillary’s Music are fun, educational, and creative. If you aren’t sure which one is good for you, don’t hesitate to contact Hillary for advice!
Ukulele- Tuesdays 5-6pm
Guitar- Tuesdays 6-7pm
Kids’ Chorus Wednesdays 5-6pm
This is a fun class for kids ages 6-12. We will sing, dance, harmonize and learn all about how to work as a group. No experience is necessary, just a will to learn and have fun! Register HERE
Orchestra-Wednesdays 6-7pm
In our little orchestra, all of the stringed instruments will play music together. We will choose songs as a group to play together from sheet music. In addition, we will work on improvisation in a group setting, and how to use chords to play along with others. Register HERE
Kids Rock-Thursdays 4-5p
This fun instrument based class is for kids ages 6-10. They will each have a ukulele to start with (and borrow for the semester!) to learn to strum basic chords and sing along to.
As the semester moves on students will also have the opportunity to try different instruments: piano, guitar, violin, drums, cello, and more!
One of the purposes of this class is for students to learn to listen to each other as they play to create music! They will play fun listening games, learn about rhythm, and basic note reading. Register HERE
Sound Waves: Learn to Rock Thursdays 5-6pm
Find your passion while getting to know multiple instruments and how to play them. This class will introduce a new instrument every few weeks, including ukulele, piano, guitar, violin, and more! As new skills accumulate, students will have the option to return to previous instrument to further their understanding. At the same time, students will learn note reading, music theory, and how to play as a group. Periodically, we will have guest instructors and workshops to understand sound equipment and the technical aspects to performing. Register HERE
Small Band Instruction-Anytime you want!
Bring your friends together to make a band! I will help everyone learn their instruments while the group chooses their songs for the summer ending with a performance at the Clarion Farmer’s Market on Saturday, August 19th. This is an option for groups of 4 -6, any age. Register HERE
There are also classes without a day or time yet, if you would be interested in one of these for the semester, please send me a private message and I will be putting groups together to make it happen!
Pre-School Music
The 2-5 year olds in this class will learn a lot of musical terminology through clapping, singing, and movement. I also have chalkboard walls, so it’s fun for them to start writing notes and understanding their values. Each week I will introduce a new instrument and let them play it. We talk about what they are made out of, where they are from, etc
Teen Jam Band
Each semester, we put together a band of varied instruments and vocalists ages 10-13. Depending on the make-up of the group, we will choose multiple songs to work on. We will use music theory, rhythm, and improv techniques to make it all come together.
Learn how to jam in a group. This a fun class for every level of musician. Take your playing to the next level and have a blast while doing it!
Senior High Jam Band
Each semester, we put together a band of varied instruments and vocalists ages 13-18. Depending on the make-up of the group, we will choose multiple songs to work on. We will use music theory, rhythm, and improv techniques to make it all come together.
Learn how to jam in a group. This a fun class for every level of musician. Take your playing to the next level and have a blast while doing it!
Violin
Learn violin in a group setting! The class is set up for multiple skill levels to learn together. The beginners will start from the ground up, with tuning, strings, and note reading. The more advanced students will better learn note-reading, music theory, and improvisation. Once the group is formed, we will choose songs based on popular interest to learn
Adult Jam Band
Each semester, we put together a band of varied instruments and vocalists. Depending on the make-up of the group, we will choose multiple songs to work on. We will use music theory, rhythm, and improv techniques to make it all come together.
Learn how to jam in a group. This a fun class for every level of musician. Take your playing to the next level and have a blast while doing it!
More information:
My private students should add group lessons to their musical education. I encourage all of my students to join a class or two! I understand that it will be difficult for many students to attend every single group class. Don’t worry. The curriculum that I have developed assumes this and you will learn something new in every class, whether you missed the previous week or not.
The group classes run in semester sessions. So, each semester the curriculum will be adapted to the particular individuals in the class, looking at their age, level, interests, and goals.
Please contact me with any questions, or suggestions! hillarysmucicclarion@gmail.com or call 814 229 082
Pricing:
Summer of 2023 prices:
June 5th-August 18th (except for the week of July 24-30)
$99 (for the summer) if you are also taking private lessons or if you are taking more than one class.
$120 (for the summer) if this is your only class for the summer.
$150 (for the summer) for small band instruction with a minimum of 4 musicians
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