Fun Group Guitar – Ages 7-12 – 1 Hour – Max: 4 students
At Charlotte Music School, we believe in Private instrument lessons as being the optimal for any student above 6 years old. Although, if your child wants to play the guitar, and you are not yet convinced that they are committed to it, have them join the group guitar lessons.. In this class students take turns choosing the music they would like to learn how to play. Max: 4 students – 1 Hour lesson to maintain high quality instruction. Optional for recitals. This is a special tuition fee- Very affordable – Perfect for a parent to see a child’s commitment to lessons before going private.
Suzuki Violin Group– Ages 3-5 – 1 Hour Lesson – Max: 4 students
One of our most successful classes. Students learn how to play the violin using the Suzuki Method of Teaching – an age appropriate method for violin instruction. In addition, the violins are sized to their age. Teachers are specialized in teaching the Suzuki Method for this age. Students do perform during our School recitals. This is a great second option to Pre-K Music if you prefer an instrument lesson at a younger age.
Pre-School Music Group– Ages 3-5 – 1 Hour Lesson – Max: 6 students
Our preschool music program is a fun, interactive group program for children ages 3-5. In this class they learn the fundamentals of music including rhythm, melody, notation and an introduction to orchestral instruments. Also, we are the only School that the Pre-K students also perform during our School Recitals. Our school provides 2 Pre-K Music levels with additional learning as the students’ progresses:
Level 1 - Students learn the rhythm component by doing fun games with rhythm sticks, triangles, shakers, hand drums, etc. For the melody component they learn the concepts through lots of singing. They will learn high – low, loud – soft, pitch, major – minor, etc. Movement, exploration and learn to rhyme and sing in unison.
Level 2- Students will step up and learn a more notation. They learn how to recognize musical symbols such as tremble clef, bass clef, half note, whole note, and will be able to recognize all the notes in music. We also teach them how to recognize all the instruments of the orchestra both by sight and sound. For example, by the end of the program they can quickly tell you if the sound they hear is a trumpet or saxophone.
Our preschool music program prepares students to go on into private instrument lessons for when they are older. Many studies have shown a direct correlation between exposure to music at this age and a facility of learning. A study conducted at the University of California: “Music Lessons appear to strengthen the links between brain neuron and build new neural bridges needed for good spatial reasoning, says psychologist Frances Rauscher. Her study compared 19 preschoolers who took lessons and 14 classmates not enrolled in music programs. After 18 months, she found a 46% boost in spatial IQs or the young musicians and only 6% improvement for children not taught music at that age.” USA TODAY.
School's Choir – Ages 6-12 –
Join our own School Choir! The choir program teaches vocal basics in a fun and appropriate age group sessions. Students learn proper warm-up and breathing exercises, and an introduction to harmony. The choir works on a wide range of musical styles from contemporary as Disney to Jazz, to Classics and to historical folk songs. The students help instructor chooses their repertoire during the year. This is great program for students also already enrolled in a private instrument lesson. Tuition is only $10.00 per class if student is already enrolled in another instrument. At Charlotte Music School, we want to give our students an opportunity to take Choir as enhancement and enrichment program to their private lessons. If not for anything else, it is a lot of fun and you can join with a friend. Our School Choir performs in our recitals and on other special opportunities around the city of Charlotte.
Drama 101 - Ages 4-8 – 1 Hour – Max: 10 students
Calling all the little actors and little actress of Charlotte. It is never too young to learn how to act. If you like to be the center of attention, here is a class for you. In Drama 101, the little ones will learn to act in a play together. This is a fun acting class with lots of role playing, and individual techniques to aspiring young actors. Students will showcase their art at the School Recitals.
Acting for Teens - Ages 9-15 – 1 Hour – Max: 10 students
Take the center stage with our brand new acting class! Learn the basics of acting that are the foundation for any aspiring actor or actress. Have a blast performing scenes from well-known plays while benefiting from a small class environment and individual attention. Whether you are an aspiring movie star or just want to create and have fun, this class will cover techniques that are essential for any actor! This class will perform a Play at the School Recitals.
Musical Theater (High School Musical Alike)-Ages 7-15 – 1 Hour - Max: 10 students
From Disney Channel to Broadway, musical theater is everywhere! Come and learn the basics of voice, acting, and movement in a fun and creative environment. Learn the correct technique while working on scenes from well-loved musicals! Specific attention is given to each budding actor or actress to help develop their own individual talent and style. Students have the opportunity of Perform a Musical at our School Recitals.
Recitals and Performances Opportunities
All of our students will have the opportunity to perform in our recitals twice a year in all the classes above. We are the only school in the are that has a Pre-K Music Program perform at the end of the program (recital). Our students are also offered to perform during the year in different venues opportunities as well. Recitals and Performances are Optional. |
