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MUSIC PROGRAMS FOR ADULT LEARNERS

Private Lessons:
Summer | Spring

Classes & Ensembles:
Summer | Spring

Scholarships are available
for all of our Music School programs. Application here or call 978.486.9524 (press 0).

SPRING GROUP CLASSES & ENSEMBLES

Jazz Lab: Advanced Players

$300 per semester
Thursday, 7:00-8:30 pm
15 weeks starting February 7
Instructor: Bill Jones

Ideal for beginning jazz players or classical musicians looking to try something new. Learn the essentials of group improvisation in a small combo. Each semester this class will focus on a small number of jazz standards, exploring various improvisational ideas for each. The group will perform several times during the year at Indian Hill and other venues. ensemble for intermediate to advanced level players with some experience in improvisation.

Jazz Standards Band: Advanced Players

$300 per semester
Monday, 7:30-9:00 pm
15 weeks starting February 4
Instructor: Eric Baldwin

Permission of instructor required. Explore the rich heritage of America’s great art form. Each year this ensemble will focus on a small number of jazz standards, creating original arrangements from simple lead sheets. Depending on the interest of the students, the group may spend one semester focusing on the work of a single composer. This ensemble will perform several times during the year at Indian Hill and other local venues.

Clarinet Choir

$345 per semester
Thursday, 7:30-8:45 pm
15 weeks starting November 29 (continues into Spring semester)
Instructor: Paul Surapine

Intermediate and advanced clarinetists are invited to audition for the Clarinet Choir. Members will build their ensemble and personal performance skills through works for B-flat clarinet ensemble as well as the other members of the clarinet family, which students will be encouraged to learn about and play. The ensemble will perform in a variety of venues. First session open for new interested clarinetists to audition. Bring current repertoire and scales.

MacHarp'N Harp Ensemble

$385 per semester
Wednesday, 9:30-10:30 am
15 weeks starting February 6
Instructor: Nancy Peters

Relaxed sessions designed to promote the learning and enjoyment of ensemble playing. Repertory will include fun suites and single pieces in multiple parts. Open to students of the pedal or lever harp with good basic playing and reading skills.

Monday Night Music Ensemble

$265 per semester
Monday, 8:15-9:15 pm
12 weeks start date TBA
Instructor: Cynthia Forbes

Permission of instructor required. This chamber ensemble for adult musicians explores major works of the classical chamber repertory. Open to all standard orchestral instruments. Audition may be required for placement in the group.

Irish Traditional & Folk Music

Instruction on bodhran, mandolin, guitar, and voice, plus our popular Sessions on the Hill ensemble.
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Music Theory

Basic, intermediate, and advanced classes.
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Custom Ensembles

Opportunities to play with a group of similar skill level and work with a coach.
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Threshold Singers

First and Third Wednesday, 7:00-9:00 pm
No Tuition Charge
Meets year-round
Director: Charlotte Russell

An ensemble that honors the ancient tradition of singing at the bedsides of people who are struggling, some with living, some with dying. Indian Hill's Threshold Singers is open to both men and women. The main criteria for membership are feeling a shiver down your back at hearing about the group, and, along with a 6-month commitment, one should be able to carry a tune. A "fancy" voice is not necessary. In addition to singing, members enjoy socializing, networking and an occasional mini-workshop with a local musician or spiritual leader. To register, call the Music School office (978) 486-9524 x114. Learn more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Indian Hill Music School reserves the right at any time to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment. We will make every effort to hold all classes offered. In the case of a cancellation, those effected will be notified as soon as possible and a full refund will be issued if another suitable class is not available.

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