VOICE ENSEMBLES

                                                Stage performance is a dream of all singers.  Song, Dance, Costumes and Lights all together create excitement and fulfilment.  Participating in Music Production is a memorable experience that motivates for further growth and constant self-development.  Students will learn to sing Harmonies and Solos in synchrony with their movements and according to the Song Choreography.  They will become more versatile, learn to sing Back-ups and gain experience working as a Vocal Group.  This Program complements the individual Voice Class and it is an opportunity to test the Student's technical and performing abilities in real music situation. This provides suitable environment for gradual and consistent progress in mastering one's stage performance skills.  The Program is an opportunity as well for Students who learn other instruments, but love to sing. They will get a chance to Sing and Dance on Stage in addition to their other musical activities.  To all participants our Voice Ensemble Program delivers excitement, lasting fulfilment and stage experience that contributes to their Overall Music Development.

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                                                                      BAND PROGRAM

                     Playing in a Band is a dream of all musicians.  For them is essential to play together as often and as soon as possible. They should combine the study of their instrument with constant experimentation and listening to other players.  We provide our Band members with invaluable aid in their development.  The Students see in progress how the skills they have gained apply in real music situations.  They learn faster when they are able to hear better what the song sounds are when playing along whit the Band.  This motivates them to excel in their study so to be able to play the songs that they love and listen to on daily basis.  It is much more efficient method to develop their rhythm sense and to keep the time than using a metronome.  And most of all it is a lot more FUN.  As a result The Students will love and enjoy making music for the rest of their lives.

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                                                                                 VIOLIN


             This course has been designed to introduce the student to the basics of playing the violin and reading music.  At the beginning the student gets familiar with the principles of holding the violin and bow and pizzicato and bowing techniques.  Along the way the student will learn music reading, basic terms such as bar lines, repeat signs and to understand the concept of exact pitches. All new notes and techniques are learned through repertoire of well-known songs. To develop a good sense of time, the student is encouraged to use a metronome to play along.

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                                BRASS

                 We offer lessons for Trumpet and French Horn This course is important to be taken prior or along with joining a school or any other brass band because provides the Student with all-necessary tools and techniques for that.  The emphasis is on making music right from the start.  Includes all the essential techniques and music fundamentals as they apply to Brass instruments playing.  In this course the Student will learn how to read and play music using standard music notation.  Proper breathing technique is introduced as this is important for producing good sound The Student will also learn Scales, Studies and Repertoire songs. The Students are encouraged to bring books or charts of their choice and they will be given invaluable tips on how to learn to play them fast and with ease.

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LOLLIPOP MUSIC

          This is a unique program created by Niki Alexandrov and it is focussed on the very first steps in learning music. It is step-by-step method based on the student age, reading and writing skills and ability to understand.  That approach eliminates the gaps most similar methods have due to insufficient research and lack of direct experience with young students.  Niki’s academic background along with her day-to-day contact with children of different age enables her to create fun lessons that follow the most natural way of learning, growing musical skills and knowledge. 

         This method is taught in groups comprised of students of age of 3 and up.  Parents do not have to be in the classroom, but they would have a chance to watch the class on TV monitor in the waiting area or to join the students for the last few minutes of the class. 

         There are lots of activities in each class and the concepts are presented in such an enjoyable manner, that children do not realise how hard they are working. Playing a keyboard, singing, art and movement are part of learning all the basics of music such as: high and low sounds, note names, rhythm, pitch, tempo and dynamics.  Children develop basic listening skills, singing, musicianship and ability to play, write and think music.

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                                                           MUSIC STREET

                         Music Street is a  program for children at age of 6 and up.  This course nurtures a love of music and establishes broad base of musical skills that provide  a foundation  for a  lifetime  musical   joy.  In a playful atmosphere students explore different rhythms, songs, games and  movement.  Children  develop basic listening skills  and ability to read, write, play and think music.  There are lots of activities in each class  and the concepts are presented in such an enjoyable manner  that  the students do not  realise  how much they are learning.  Keyboards, percussion instruments, microphone, art and various objects are used in the learning process.

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                                                    KEYBOARD ENSEMBLES

                                                Ensemble playing is great motivational experience because allows the Students to play songs that are beyond their reach as a individual players.  The Arrangements are divided into easier to perform melody lines and harmonies.  We teach the Students how to take full advantage of the technology and to create impressive and professionally finished musical productions.  At early stage of their development they have the chance to get in touch with master works and learn song that they listen to on a daily basis.  The Students mature faster and get better understanding of the process of making and performing live music.  Combing sounds of a String Ensemble, Flutes, Trumpets, Drums and Guitars teaches them the basics of music orchestration and inspires them to begin creating their own songs.  They see in progress how many elements of music are put together in order to make a good sounding song.   Being part of a Keyboard Ensemble complements their individual music development.  It is a great experience that most likely will result in love of music for the rest of their lives.

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                                                                   PIANO

Our Piano Course is taught in 3 stages: Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced.  For the first 2-3 years of study  we use The Bastien Piano Method.  After that the student have a choice to follow The Royal Conservatory of Music curriculum or to take advantage of our Customised Piano Method  based on classical foundation and pop-jazz supplementary material .  Those students who successfully complete  RCM Grade 8  Piano and Grade 2  Music Rudiments  are eligible  for 1 High School Credit.   Whether the students  aspire to be a professional musicians  or maximise the  enjoyment of  playing  the  piano, we are here to help them to achieve those goals.  Adults are welcome as well.

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                                                                      VOICE

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn to sing.  It covers all the basic principles of singing such as: vocal tone, voice control, breathing, microphone technique, voice exercises etc.  The student  will also learn the basics of music reading and theory for singers.  The book used for this course has each of the musical examples and exercises recorded on the accompanying CD, and also features several well known popular songs sung in a variety of styles.  Each student will learn how to develop their own interpretation of a song, how to use a microphone and will be given valuable tips on performing in public.

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                                                                           DRUMS            

Progressive Beginner Drums is an enjoyable and easy to follow drumming method for the complete beginner.  Explains and demonstrates all the essential techniques used in modern drumming styles.  Includes music fundamentals, co-ordination and rhythm studies and making effective use of the whole drum kit.  The Students are introduced to reading and understanding music as it relates to the drums, learning to play the entire drum kit and gaining control of all four limbs.  Later the Students learn how to play Drum Beats in a variety of styles and how to invent their own Drum Beats and Fills.  After this Introductory Course the Student is ready to join a Bassist and to create so called "Rhythm Section" - the core of any successful group. The Students are encouraged to bring books or CD's of their favourite recording artists and learning to play their songs.

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                                                                      POP KEYBOARD

This is a very well organised approach, designed for students anywhere from 8 years old to seniors, that allows for fast and motivating progress.  In addition to learning all the basics of good musicianship through note reading, rhythm, technique and theory, students are also instructed in the operation of the keyboard so that every song  may be developed to its fullest potential.  The Pop Keyboard course is ideal for those owning single keyboard or digital piano.  It is also appealing to students who desire to broaden their studies with more popular material.  For whatever musical goals, our method combined with the versatility of the contemporary digital instruments can provide the student with lasting enjoyment of music.

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                                                                 THEORY

Elementary Theory is essential part of each beginners instrumental course and it is included in the time of each lesson whether private or group. 

           Preliminary Rudiments, Grade One and Grade Two Rudiments are mandatory part of the curriculum for those who follow Royal Conservatory Syllabus and strongly recommended for everyone who has serious interest in music.  At this level theory is taught separately, or
in groups.
         
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