Children's Group Classes
Ages 6 to 13
Fall Session I
Unless otherwise indicated, all classes are nine weeks in duration. Please note: Registration for Children's Group Classes will not be accepted after the second week of class.
SUZUKI INSTRUCTION
(see below)
PIANO CLASSES (Ages 6 to 8)
Group classes for children are an ideal way to try out the piano and build the foundation for continued individual study in piano or other instruments. Students in Keyboard Adventures will learn keyboard orientation, beginning music reading skills, and simple melodies in an age-appropriate manner. Continuing Adventures builds on skills learned in Keyboard Adventures. Group piano classes are taught in Sherwood’s state-of-the-art keyboard lab. Enrollment is limited to eight students per class. Parents/caregivers are required to be within proximity of the classroom during class time. (Tuition for Keyboard Adventures includes piano method book.)
| Course Name | Day | Time | Tuition |
| Keyboard Adventures | Thursday | 4:30 - 5:20 p.m. | $165 |
| Keyboard Adventures | Saturday | 9:30 - 10:20 a.m. | $165 |
| Continuing Adventures | Thursday | 5:30 - 6:20 p.m. | $165 |
| Continuing Adventures | Saturday | 10:30 - 11:20 p.m. | $165 |
CHILDREN'S CHORUS (Ages 7 to 13)
Students will have fun singing folk songs from around the world, rounds and canons, and other works for children's choir. Students also learn proper breath control and tone production, as well as musicianship and how to read music. Children's Chorus can be taken alone, or serve as an ideal accompaniment to individual lessons. Students will prepare for performances in the December Holiday Concert and in the annual Spring Sing. This is an 18-week class.
| Day | Time | Tuition |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | $140/$100* |
READING ORCHESTRA (Ages 7 to 13)
A "First Orchestra" for young string students! This group class emphasizes playing in an ensemble with others, and learning how to rehearse and play with a conductor. Students should be able to read music comfortablyand must have permission from their individual lesson instructor to participate. The Reading Orchestra will prepare for performances in All-School Recitals during the Fall and Spring terms. This is an 18-week class.
| Day | Time | Tuition |
| Saturday | 9:30-10:20 a.m. | $140/$100* |
GUITAR HERO (Ages 9 to 13)
This class is inspired by the video game "Guitar Hero," in which gamers play a virtual guitar joystick in time with a classic rock soundtrack. Students will learn to play songs from the "Guitar Hero" and "Rockband" video games, featuring rock songs from the 60s to the present day. Students will also learn techniques used to play electric guitar and work on improving their rhythmic skills. Admission requires recommendation from instructor. This is an 18-week class.
| Day | Time | Tuition |
| Saturday | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | $140 |
SUZUKI INSTRUCTION (AGES 3 TO 12)
Developed by Japanese music educator Shinichi Suzuki, this instrument learning method is designed to teach children as young as three. Through the Suzuki method:
•Young children master basic musical skills, improve listening ability, and acquire physical comfort with their instrument and with performing.
•Intermediate and advanced students learn to read music, improve technical proficiency, and play skill-specific repertoire.
•The individual lesson and group class format motivates children to excel in their musical studies and celebrate their accomplishments with their peers, while actively involving parents in their child’s music education.
Enrollment requires attendance by the student and a parent or caregiver at a weekly individual lesson and a weekly group class for students at the same level of ability. Parents new to Sherwood and the Suzuki method are required to enroll in a four-week parent class that introduces them to the Suzuki method and their important role in their child’s education before children can attend their first lesson. Individual lessons and group classes for each instrument and level are determined by mutual agreement between the teacher and participating families. Sherwood’s comprehensive program offers instruction in six Suzuki instruments.
SUZUKI INDIVIDUAL LESSONS AND GROUP CLASSES
Fall Session - Enrollment is for 18 weeks
Age 3: Cello, Violin (at instructor’s discretion)
Age 4 and older: Cello, Violin, Viola, Guitar, Flute, Piano
| Course Name | Day | Time |
Tuition |
| 15 minute individual lesson and 30 minute group class | Mon-Sat | By mutual agreement | $576 |
| 30 minute individual lesson and 30 minute group class | Mon-Sat | By mutual agreement | $864 |
| 30 minute individual lesson and 45 minute group class | Mon-Sat | By mutual agreement | $882 |
| 45 minute individual lesson and 45 minute group class | Mon-Sat | By mutual agreement | $954 |
| Suzuki Parent Class (4 sessions) | Tues | 7-8 p.m. | $65 |
PLEASE NOTE: Participation in Sherwood’s Suzuki program requires enrollment in individual lessons AND group class. Any exceptions must be approved by the Director of Academic Affairs and the head of the Suzuki Department.
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