Adult

This class is designed for students who want to enhance their current musical literacy. Coursework will focus on developing aural perception and understanding musical materials- rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic- in both tonal and modal contexts. The class covers the following musical elements:Chromatic intervals, Common chord progressions and cadences, Basic keyboard harmony, Introduction to harmonic analysis and musical form.

Jazz piano is designed for those students who love jazz, already play the piano, read music, have some experience with music theory, and are interested in learning how to improvise. Students learn about chord symbols, voicings, common jazz chord progressions, scales and modes, as well as other tools that allow them to begin the rewarding journey into jazz improvisation. A play-a-long CD is provided to give students the opportunity to learn tunes at home while playing with a drummer and bass player anytime! Lessons are shaped to match each student’s interest and level of ability.

The Alexander Technique is helpful for musicians who wish to play with more coordination and freedom. Understanding the subtleties of how the head, torso, breath, and limbs relate to each other enables us to make music at our full potential of power and expression. Unconscious habits of movement can lead to excess muscle tensions, which can lead to pain and injury as well as dampening the free flow of communication with the audience.

Music appreciation classes vary per semester. Popular offerings have included; Music Appreciation: An Overview of Western Music History, and Who's Afraid of Opera.

Voice classes vary per semester. Popular offerings have included: Singing in German, Performance Workshops, Recreational Singing, Musical Theater Workshop.

Our outstanding private lesson faculty provides intense and personalized instruction on most Western instruments. While taking private lessons at the Conservatory you will have the opportunity to perform in the Sol H. Joseph Recital Hall and the larger, 450-seat Concert Hall.

Group guitar classes for adults and teens include such offerings as Bluegrass class, Rock Band Workshop, The Blues, and Ukulele class. Visit the website for specific class offerings.

Group guitar classes for adults and teens include such offerings as Bluegrass class, Rock Band Workshop, The Blues, and Ukulele class. Visit the website for specific class offerings.

It’s never too late to learn how to play the piano! This class welcomes the complete beginner (or folks who are a bit rusty on the keys) to cover basic piano skills through theory, rhythm, ear training and improvisation. The material will be adapted to the students’ musical tastes and interests. Come join to deepen your enjoyment of music! Classical training and the emphasis on "correct" body alignment to prevent injury are stressed from the beginning any of Mary Jean's training. Ultimately, the joy, love and appreciation of a wonderful art form are the ultimate goals.