A CONSERVATORY MODEL
MUSIC LESSONS AND MUSIC CLASSES
Our Private Lessons are best when bundled in a Membership Package that includes ensembles, performances, and private lessons. Our programs have gained a reputation for excellence in the development of musicianship, and confidence.
PIANO • VIOLIN • VIOLA • CELLO • DRUMS • GUITAR • PERCUSSION • UKULELE SAXOPHONE • TRUMPET • F HORN • TROMBONE • CLARINET • FLUTE • VOICE
BUNDLE PRIVATE LESSONS WITH ENSEMBLES & PERFORMANCES
CORE ARTS
AGE 6+
Students members are enrolled in a program with participation in private lessons, ensembles, and frequent performances.
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Weekly 30 or 60-Minute Private Lessons
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Weekly 1-hr Ensemble
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Weekly 1-hr Musicianship Class
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4+ Performances Per Year
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Choose voice or an instrument
LITTLE ARTS
AGE 4-5
Starting early gives your child the best opportunity for success. Little Arts encourages children to develop their innate musical ability. This year-round program introduces little ones to the fundamentals of music through fun lessons with an expert teaching artist. Choose a primary instrument or start with general music.
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30 Minute Private Lessons
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45 Minute Early Child Group Class
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Choose General Music or a Primary Instrument
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Performances are optional.
We offer a program to support concert and Jazz band school programs. By enrolling in YACM Band-Arts Program your child will advance his musicianship and confidence in band at school. Our students often take 1st and 2nd chair at school and see an increase in their grades.
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Sectionals for Brass, Woodwinds, or Percussion
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Private Lessons
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Jazz or Chamber Ensemble
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Performances
PRO ARTS
AGES 10 AND UP
Students who are selected to represent the standard of excellence in music education at YACM may enter our PRO-ARTS program. Students will study Pre-Professional Repertoire and perform frequently. PRO-ARTS members must attend 1 hour private lessons, ensemble rehearsal, and musicianship classes. Many PRO-ARTS members compose, conduct and perform original material
LITTLE ARTS GROUP MUSIC
LITTLE ARTS AGES 4-5
Children ages 4-5 can attend music class to learn basic skill and have fun engaging their natural love of music while stimulating social engagement with other children. Choose this class a' la carte" or bundle it with a Little Arts Membership.
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Movement
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Singing
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Percussion
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Notes / Rhythm
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Call / Response
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Class Demonstration Days
ENSEMBLES AND MUSIC CLASSES
CORE AND PRO ARTS AGES 6 AND UP
Children Ages 6 and Up attend CORE ensembles to enrich musicianship, prepare for performances and make friends at YACM. *Some classes require enrollment in private lessons and can be bundled as a CORE-Arts Membership.
Classes taught:
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Suzuki Strings 1 & 2
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Rhythm and Rock Ensemble
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*Jazz Arts
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Spark, Flare and Fuse Chorus
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M80's Beginner Rock Band
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TNT Advanced Rock Band
CORE ARTS students attend weekly musicianship classes to match their learning level. In musicianship class students learn music theory, music history, and music appreciation. Core Competencies
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Notation
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Rhythm
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Aural / Ear Training
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Scales / Chords / Modes
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Music Structure and Motif
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Composition
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Recognition of Time Periods and Genre
YACM provides students with various performance opportunities as an integral part of their music program.
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Theater and Scenes
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Solo Recitals and Concerts
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Duet / Trio / Small Chamber
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Bands and Orchestra
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Four or more opportunities a year
FAQs
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What is a Music Conservatory?A music conservatory is a place that offers an immersive experience for the training in practical music. At YACM, we offer formal training with ensembles, performances, private lessons, and composition for children whose families want them to experience the power of confident musicianship.
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What is a Formal Training?Formal Training in music refers to a comprehensive education program that teaches students correct technique, music theory, ear training, sight-reading, musical notation, composition, confidence in performance, and ensemble experiences utilizing multiple styles of music including classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music.
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What Is a “Tuition Subsidy”?As a non-profit organization, YACM receives contributed funds which are used to reduce or eliminate the cost of participating in certain music education programs (such as Music Matters).
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What is a Music Conservatory?A music conservatory is a place that offers an immersive experience for the training in practical music. At YACM, we offer formal training with ensembles, performances, private lessons, and composition for children whose families want them to experience the power of confident musicianship.
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What is a Formal Training?Formal Training in music refers to a comprehensive education program that teaches students correct technique, music theory, ear training, sight-reading, musical notation, composition, confidence in performance, and ensemble experiences utilizing multiple styles of music including classical, jazz, folk, and contemporary music.
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What Is a “Tuition Subsidy”?As a non-profit organization, YACM receives contributed funds which are used to reduce or eliminate the cost of participating in certain music education programs (such as Music Matters).
