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Academy Offerings 2010-2011

Music Programs Services Performance Assessments

Music Programs

Private Lessons (for all ages)
30-, 45-, and 60-minute lessons for piano, voice, string instruments, woodwind instruments, brass instruments, and guitar are offered from Monday through Saturday. Study materials vary according to the individual teacher's preference and student's need, but usually include technical exercises, and compositions by classical or jazz composers.

String Group Classes
Group classes for violin, viola, cello and bass. Classes are taught by certified teachers with years of classroom teaching experience. Two types of classes: Beginners (no experience required) and Ensemble (one year of school or private instruction required). The program includes two concerts a year. String instruments, music books and music stands available through North Fulton Violins on location.

Music Theory Classes
Music Theory Classes are offered for students to further their music education in Music Theory and Sight-Reading. These classes will also help prepare students who are planning to take the Royal Schools of Music Theory Examination and the College Board AP Music Theory Exam.


Handbell Choir (for ages 8 to 18)
-Not offered this year

Students will learn various ringing techniques, develop good listening skills, improve rhythmic awareness, lengthen attention spans, and increase patience necessary to "wait to play." They will learn to appreciate the teamwork and accuracy of note reading and rhythm required in making good music with other students.

Vocal Ensemble (for ages 6 to 18))
-Not offered this year
This class trains young singers in the art of choral singing. Children from elementary to high school can participate in one of the two choral groups: Junior Vocal Ensemble (ages 6 to 12) and Vocal Ensemble (ages 12 to 18). Upon registration, an audition will be arranged.

Group Piano Classes (for ages 5 to adult)
-Not offered this year
Group piano classes for beginning students are taught in a Roland digital piano lab that utilizes the latest in music technology. These classes are designed for students who are studying piano playing for the first time. Class size is limited to 4 to 6 students. Each student will have his/her own keyboard for instruction and will begin to play almost immediately. These lively 45-minute weekly lessons include note reading, rhythm building, listening skills, music theory, keyboard technique, and solo and ensemble activities. All programs are designed for piano beginners for the first two years of studies in a group setting. Private lessons are recommended upon graduation. Three programs are offered in four 15-week semesters:
-Beginner Program (ages 5 to 8)
-Older Beginner Program (ages 9 to 12)
-Teen and Adult Program (age 13 to adult)