Group Music Classes
Crescendo Academy of Music has several opportunities for group music classes available. Minimum enrollment must be met for a class to be held. Semester classes may be joined late if space is available.
BUILDING BLOCKS STRINGS CLASS
INSTRUCTORS: ANN CIRVENCIC & NICHOLAS JEFFERY
These classes provide violin and viola students enrolled in private lessons with the opportunity to review pieces they have learned in an ensemble setting. Students will be placed in a class based on skill level. A variety of activities will be covered, including warm-up exercises, note reading, scale studies, and weekly performance opportunities. Students must be currently enrolled in private lessons at Crescendo.
Class Session:
Winter session starts January 11. Contact the office or your instructor for details.
Class Days and Times:
Tuesday, 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Group; led by Nicholas Jeffery
Wednesday, 5:15 pm – 6:00 pm Suzuki Book I Group; led by Ann Cirvencic
Wednesday, 5:15 pm – 6:00 pm Suzuki Book II Group; led by Nicholas Jeffery
TBA; monthly Suzuki Book III Group led by TBA
Class Fees:
Pre-Twinkle: $110 per 15-week semester
Book I and Book II Groups: $130 per 15-week semester
MANDO FOR KIDS
INSTRUCTORS: JOHN HOSLEY AND DOUGLAS SNEDDON
Developed by Laura Norris, the Mando for Kids curriculum was designed to introduce elementary school children to the mandolin as a classical instrument. A grant from the Classical Mandolin Society of America allows us to provide the instruments for this class.
Class Session:
The fall session of Mando for Kids runs from September 17 through December 10th.
Class Days and Times:
The Mando for Kids class will meet on Tuesdays from 5:45 pm – 6:15 pm.
Class Fees:
$150 for each 10-week session.
MUSIC TOGETHER
Music Together mixed age classes are for children from birth through age 5 and their parent(s) or caregiver. The Music Together® award winning summer curriculum is used in a playful, developmentally appropriate environment which utilizes singing, moving, playing instruments and making music in a fun 45-minute class. This type of music making is shown to enhance higher order thinking skills in our children, which supports all learning and provides an opportunity for children to attain basic music competence that is needed before learning an instrument. The best part about Music Together® is the FUN we have together making music every class!
Class Session:
The 10-week sessions begin in September, January, and May.
The 6-week summer session begins in June.
Class Days and Times:
See our main Music Together page for current schedules.
Class Fees:
10-week sessions: $185.00 for the first child; $115.00 for the second child.
6-week session: $125 for the first child; $75 for a sibling 15 months or older.
MUSIC THEORY & COMPOSITION
INSTRUCTORS: TBA
All students interested in taking a theory course must take a placement exam. All the theory lessons will have online components that are not required but may enhance the learning experience or serve as a make-up opportunity for any missed classes. Attending an informational meeting for interested students and parents is strongly encouraged. Individual music theory and composition are also available.
Class Session:
Class Session TBA.
Class Days and Times:
Days & Times TBA.
Class Fees:
Fees TBA.
Resources
Bach Festival of Kalamazoo
Fontana Chamber Arts
Gilmore Keyboard Festival
Kalamazoo Children’s Chorus
Kalamazoo Concert Band
Kalamazoo Philharmonia
Kalamazoo Junior Symphony Society
Kalamazoo Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra–sponsored by Crescendo
Kalamazoo Singers
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra
Stulberg International String Competition
Western Michigan University School of Music
