Class Program: Community Music School
Guitar Friends
Description In this beginner guitar class, students learn how to strum chords, pick melodies and play simple songs on the guitar. The small class size ensures that each child receives some individual attention each week while learning how to care for the instrument and develop skills on the acoustic guitar. Students interact with both standard…
Instrument Adventures
Description In this primer for our group instrumental classes, students explore music from around the world and experience a range of instruments from the winds, brass, strings and percussion families. Through hands-on demonstrations and visits from guest musicians, students learn how instruments work. Students are introduced to the piano, violin and guitar throughout the year,…
Intro to Singing For Adults
Description Learn about the voice and basics of singing, in a relaxed group setting. Designed to help students discover vocal technique through warm-up exercises and guided meditations that bring an awareness to the body in preparation for singing. This class will expand both singing and speaking voices through connection of mind, body and emotion. The…
Violin Friends
Description Students begin their journey with the violin in a cheerful group setting which integrates elements of improvisation and composition as well as essential musicianship skills such as sight reading, ear training and singing. Students learn how to hold the violin, pluck individual strings and how to use the bow with the right hand. Students…
Music Adventures
Description In this class, kids experience music as a group through stories, movement and songs from different cultures. This class offers an introduction to playing tuned and non-pitched instruments. Students learn rhythms, patterns and melodic shapes that start them on their journey in music. Parents and caregivers benefit by learning skills that support musical learning…
Musical Theatre For Kids
Description Students who love to sing musical theater enjoy musical theater games and work collaboratively to produce an original short play featuring a variety of popular musical theater tunes and current hits. Students learn healthy singing techniques—including breath control, posture and diction, setting them up for success in private voice lessons and other group singing…
Woodwind Ensemble
Description Taught by a woodwind specialist, this ensemble supports students to participate in the Brooklyn Band Academy as well as their school band program. Playing in an ensemble is essential for young players to learn how to play in-tune, blend with others, and support their sound within a section. This ensemble is open to students…
Piano Ensemble
Description Piano Ensemble supports young pianists in developing musicianship and listening skills. Students have fun learning individual parts that combine to create an ensemble sound. Students improve their rhythm, sight-reading, and expressive tools and take part in crafting arrangements, composing original songs and exploring improvisation. Piano Ensemble lays the foundation for students to join chamber…
Piano Friends
Description More than just an introduction to the piano, Piano Friends teaches young students essential music skills from reading notation to positioning their fingers on the keyboard. Each week students explore group ensemble songs which build their rhythmic and listening skills. Interactive games help students motivate each other to advance to the next level. At…
Music Theory for Adults
Description Students learn the fundamentals of Western Classical music such as form, harmony, melody and rhythm. Through guided listening and take-home resources, the class aims to give students a deeper understanding of how music works and is an excellent resource for parents and caregivers who are supporting students studying music. Students engage in small composition…