Private and Group Instruction
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First Congregational Church
461 Pierson Street, Crystal Lake
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Private Instruction is currently available for: flute, piano and voice; and Suzuki violin.
Private instruction provides a student with excellent, sequential instruction in music, with the added opportunity for one-on-one student-teacher time.
Flute, Piano and Voice top
| Flute | Private study for flute may begin at a young age with consultation of the instructor. |
| Piano | Private study for piano may begin at a young age with consultation of the instructor. |
| Voice | Private instruction in voice begins in high school at NCMA with possible exceptions for middle school students upon the discretion of the voice teacher. Any student interested in private voice is encouraged to audition for the Northwest Community Youth Choir as part of their vocal study. |
2009-10 Private Lesson Schedule and Fees
Fall Session: Week of August 24-Week of January 11
Winter Break: December 21-January 3
Spring Session: Week of January 25-May 31 (Piano: 1/18 - 5/24)
Summer Session: Week of June 14-August 9 (student selects up to 9 weeks of study)
Fall and Spring 18 week sessions: charged in full by semester
Summer 9 week session: charged on a per lesson basis (max 9 lessons)
30 minute lessons $450/semester
45 minute lesson: $675/semester
60 minute lesson: $900/semester
Flute Instructor: Cynara Pierzina
Piano Instructor: Sherry Taliaferro
Voice Instructors: Steve Szalaj, Michelle Hackman
Instructor, lesson length and scheduling will be determined upon brief interview with Cynara Pierzina, our Executive Director, and introductory lesson with instructor.
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Ages 3-5, Violin
The Suzuki Method was developed by Japanese musician and educator, Doctor Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998). The Suzuki method employs the "mother tongue" approach--a child will attain music skills the way he or she learns to speak--through exposure, imitation, and encouragement. Parental participation and support--in lessons, practice at home, and daily listening to recordings of their repertoire--are cornerstones of the Suzuki method and essential to your child's success.
Parent Orientation
The required parent orientation class ensures that every family enrolled in NCMA's Suzuki Academy will have the information needed to achieve success with Suzuki Method of instruction. We will provide suggested readings about the Suzuki Method, specific information about the way our school operates, and tips to help motivate your child and keep them excited about learning. One parent from each newly enrolled family must take the Parent Orientation class, preferably that parent or caregiver who will regularly attend lessons and practice with the child.
Instructor: Robin Restrepo
Class Date: Wednesday, September 23
Class Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Tuition: $12 (Complimentary childcare will be provided)
Suzuki Violin
Suzuki Violin instruction includes a weekly private lesson and group class which both parent and child are required to attend. Each family will receive a list of required materials and resources. Instrument rental or purchase will not be needed until later in the program. Guidance for purchase and rental will be provided.
Fall Session: September 28 - November 20
Winter I Session*: November 30 - January 29 (no classes December 21 - January 3)
Winter II Session: February 1 - March 22
Spring Session: April 5 - May 24
Instructor: Robin Restrepo
Private Lessons Schedule
Wednesday Afternoons
15-minute lesson
Group Lesson Schedule
Wednesdays: 1:15 - 1:45 p.m.
30-minute lesson
Total Tuition: $170 (8 week session)
*Winter I Session is only 7 weeks long. Tuition for Winter I Session is $148.75.
New! Summer Session
4 - 8 week sessions
Instructor: Robin Restrepo
Weekly private and group lessons
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