The Ensemble Programme

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Benefits of Ensembles

Ensembles are a great way for children and adults to learn music. Taking group classes along with private lessons can facilitate learning at an advanced speed. Group classes are also a good choice for students who have never taken music before. Classes are fun for children and adults, and allow for the students to interact socially. Playing in an ensemble is great for developing social skills, and make learning music fun by being able to share music making with their peers. Additionally, playing in a group setting aids in combating those performance butterflies normally present when playing a solo. The ensemble programme consists of various performance levels and styles. Each group meets weekly for a 45-60 minute coaching session with an instructor.

Check out the variety of ensembles being offered at the Performance School of Music and Ancaster School of Music for children and adults. Please contact the office if you would like further information 905-319-8025 (Burlington), 1-866-611-3012 (St. Catharines) or 905-525-1919 (Ancaster).

Performance Ensembles/Bands

The Performance Ensembles represent the Performance School of Music & Dance at various community events and concerts. Students wishing to participate in these ensembles or bands may audition for placement during the month of September. The auditions are held during the regularly scheduled rehearsal time throughout the month. There are limited audition times each week so it is important to register for your audition time early. Audition requirements: pick 2 stylistically appropriate pieces to perform at audition, 10 minute maximum total playing time. At the end of September the coaches will place students into groups appropriate to level of proficiency. Register below for audition times.

Rock Band

Perfect for the musician who wants to jam with other musicians. There are 6 spaces available in our Rock Band. We are looking for students who can play one or more of the following; guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, & vocals.

Tuition: $57/month

Available at the Burlington location. Sign up for auditions on one of the following dates; Monday September 12th, 19th, & 26th @ 8-9pm.

Classical Ensemble

This group was created for the student who is ready and willing to explore classical reptoire with other insturments. There are 12 spaces available for this group. This group welcomes students who can play the following; piano, flute, guitar, violin, clarinet.

Tuition: $57/month

Available at the Burlington location. Sign up for auditions on one of the following dates; Thursday September 15th, 22nd, & 29th @ 7:30-8:30pm.  

 

Musical Theatre

Does your child love to sing, act, & dance? If so this is the group for them. A dance teacher & a voice teacher lead this group for 60 mins a week. There are 20 spots available for this group.

St. Catharines Tuition: $59/month

Burlington Tuition: $79/month

Available at the Burlington & St. Catharines location. Sign up for auditions on one of the following dates; Thursday September 15th, 22nd, & 29th @ 7:30-8:30pm

Group Lessons

Group Keyboard Lessons (Ages 6-9):

Keyboard lessons designed for children who benefit from learning in a group atmosphere. Weekly 45 minute lessons in keyboard and theory basics are fun and captivating for young minds.

St. Catharines Tuition: $59/month
Burlington Tuition: $79/month

 

Group Guitar Lessons (Ages 7-9):

This 45 minute weekly class will teach the basics of guitar and music theory for children who learn better in a group environment. Guitar rentals are available.

St. Catharines Tuition: $59/month
Burlington Tuition: $79/month

 

Adult Guitar Group

Beginner guitar lessons in a group atmosphere for adults. The basics of note reading, chording and ensemble playing will be taught.

St. Catharines Tuition: $59/month
Burlington Tuition: $79/month

Theory Classes

This group will prepare students for their Royal Conservatory of Music theory exams. The preparatory curriculum will be covered Sept-Dec with the RCM exam in mid December. The grade 1 curriculum will be covered Jan-May with the RCM exam in mid May. RCM exams must be booked through the Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto.