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Your Community Music SchoolEstablished in 1970, Westminster Conservatory is the community music school of Westminster College of the Arts of Rider University. Welcoming musicians of all ages, skill levels, instrument preferences, and economic backgrounds, Westminster Conservatory provides focused one-on-one lessons in a musical environment close to you. In addition, the Conservatory offers a wide range of classes and performing ensembles to engage every student, from the beginner to young maestros, regardless of age. Some classes are intended as an introduction to music and require no previous experience while others are designed to complement private instruction.

The early childhood department at Westminster specializes in bringing developmentally appropriate music instruction to children from birth to 8 years of age. We believe that joyful music experiences are vital to the development of the whole child and strive to nurture natural ability, curiosity, and love of music.

Particularly gifted students have the opportunity to join the Conservatory’s Honors Music Program, which offers a comprehensive curriculum designed toward mastering total musicianship.

Westminster Conservatory of Music is a nationally recognized institution, maintaining active membership in the National Guild for Community Arts Education. The Conservatory joined the National Guild as a

provisional member in 1983 and was granted full membership in 1986.

Conservatory LocationsPrinceton Main Campus & OfficeWestminster Choir College of Rider University101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540-3899Phone: 609-921-7104 Fax: 609-921-7296Hours: Mon.– Fri. 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Sat. 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Princeton Academy ExtensionPrinceton Academy of the Sacred Heart1128 Great Road, Princeton, NJ 08540Extension Manager: Galyna RozentalPhone: 609-921-7893Hours: Mon., Wed., & Thurs. 3:30–9:00 p.m.

Lawrenceville ExtensionSt. Ann’s School34 Rossa Avenue, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648Extension Manager: Miriam PeltackPhone: 609-883-2128Hours: Wed. & Thurs. 3:00–8:30 p.m.

Sat. 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

South Brunswick ExtensionCrossroads School South 195 Major Road, Monmouth Jct., NJ 08852Extension Manager: Felice SchlesingerPhone: 732-329-8911Hours: Tues.– Thurs. 3:45–9:00 p.m.

Yardley (PA) ExtensionSt. Ignatius of Antioch School995 Reading Avenue, Yardley, PA 19067Extension Manager: Danielle CargasPhone: 215-493-3514Hours: Tues. & Thurs. 3:30–9:00 p.m.

Emergency Closing Phone Number: 609-219-2000 ext. 1

Administrative StaffScott R. Hoerl, Executive DirectorHester M. Null, Assistant DirectorMarianne Lauffer, Assistant Director, Faculty and ExtensionsCarol Conklin, Manager, Finance & Information Technology

Office StaffSandra FrancAnne-Marie HellmannElizabeth SussweinDebbie Thompson

See www.rider.edu/conservatory for driving directions to all five locations.

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Private Lesson Instruction and Tuition ...........................2 Piano and Organ .............................................. 3 Strings ............................................................. 3 Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion ...................... 4 Voice ............................................................... 5 Music Theory and Composition .......................... 5 Faculty ............................................................. 6

Group Instruction .........................................................7 Age 3 through Elementary School ....................... 7 Middle School through High School .................... 9

Music Instruction for Adults ........................................11

How to Register .........................................................13

Early Childhood Music Classes ...................................14

Performing Ensembles ...............................................16 Choral ........................................................... 16 Instrumental .................................................... 17

The Honors Music Program ........................................18 Young Artist .................................................... 18 Young Musician .............................................. 19 Young Music Scholar ....................................... 19

Music Therapy ...........................................................20

Special Programs ......................................................21

Conservatory Policies and General Information ..........22

Westminster Choir College Campus Map ....................24

Lesson and Class Schedule/ Monthly Calendar ................................inside back cover

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 ❖ WESTMINSTER CONSERVATORY of MUSIC

Private Lesson InstructionMusic study at Westminster Conservatory presents a unique opportunity for students of all ages and stages of musicianship to achieve musical and personal growth. At Westminster, you will find a full faculty of professional musicians who teach voice, strings, guitar, brass, woodwinds, piano, and percussion. All teachers hold advanced degrees and/or certificates in music. A biographical sketch of each teacher is available at www.rider.edu/conservatory.

Our teachers inspire students in a collaborative environment that nurtures their passion for music. They lead them through a journey of musical theory, literature, and compositions both past and present. Students come away with an unforgettable, life-affirming experience that builds confidence and self-esteem.

Private Lesson TuitionPrivate lesson tuition (based on seniority) — 34-week academic year: 30-minute lesson $37.75 or $41 each 45-minute lesson $53 or $56.25 each 60-minute lesson $67.25 or $72.50 each

Intern faculty private lesson tuition (intern faculty) — 24-week academic year (piano only): 30-minute lesson $30 each 45-minute lesson $42 each 60-minute lesson $53 each

Intern faculty are graduate piano pedagogy students at Westminster Choir College who are planning teaching careers. Lessons may be affected by the academic calendar of Westminster Choir College and are subject to time changes mid-year.

Special Benefits of Private Lesson Instruction

■ Lesson observation weeks: teachers set aside time in the private lesson to meet with parents/caregivers to share goals and discuss plans for study (weeks of October 31, 2016 and April 3, 2017)

■ Student recitals

■ Written evaluation, where the student’s progress is evaluated by a panel of faculty members (week of April 24, 2017) and studio class (spring): together, these count as one private lesson in the spring term

■ Scholarship and competition opportunities (see page 21)

■ Professional accompanists

Private Lesson Information

Instrument (by department)

Recommended Minimum Age

(in years)

Recommended Lesson Length (for beginners)

Piano 6 30 minutes

Piano (Suzuki) 4 30 minutes

Organ 12 30 minutes

Violin, Viola, Cello 6 45 minutes

Ukulele 6 30 minutes

Mandolin, Guitar (electric, acoustic, bass), Harp

8 30 minutes

Cello (Suzuki) 4 30 minutes

Violin (Suzuki) 3 30 minutes

Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone

9 30 minutes

Recorder 6 30 minutes

Flute (Suzuki) 5 30 minutes

Drum 7 30 minutes

Voice 12 30 minutes

Music Theory and Composition

6 30 minutes

Families with prospective students under the minimum age listed in each section may request an interview (30-minute maximum) if they would like to be considered for private instruction. Families will be asked to complete a registration form and pay an interview fee of $30 before the interview. Upon acceptance of a student under the suggested minimum age, the registration fee and tuition deposit will be due before the student can be placed with a teacher.

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Piano & OrganEna Bronstein Barton, Department Head

The minimum age for traditional study for piano is 6; for Suzuki, 4; for organ, 12 (2 years of prior piano study is preferred). The recommended lesson length for beginners is 30 minutes. Private piano and organ instruction coordinates the development of several areas, including listening skills, technique, musicality, and knowledge of repertoire written for the instrument. Students learn note reading as soon as they are ready (children are often ready when they are reading words.)Our faculty is knowledgeable in diverse and updated pedagogical methods and will choose materials appropriate to each student, taking into consideration age, learning style, and level of ability. Instruction is given in building helpful practice habits and in preparation for performance as it pertains to each individual student.In addition to traditional teaching methods, the Conservatory provides Suzuki instruction, which stresses the development of ability through the “mother tongue” approach. The method emphasizes learning through listening, imitation, repetition, games, and practice—with the teacher, parent, and student working as a team. Progress is made from skill to skill in carefully structured lessons that include parent participation and help for the parent who will be guiding home practice. Listening daily to recordings of the music the children will play is an essential part of the method. Each week, a Suzuki student attends a private lesson and a group class. Group classes are a very important aspect in that they stimulate interest, reinforce musical and technical development, and provide opportunities for performance. Private jazz piano lessons are available for students interested in learning how to improvise, read lead sheets, play by ear, play solo, and play with a group.

Students are required to own or have access to a piano or organ for practice during the week in order to take private lessons. Those who do not own a piano should investigate local music stores to rent or purchase an instrument. Organists must make arrangements to find their own instrument for practice. The Conservatory cannot provide practice space for students.Beginning piano students may use an electronic keyboard for the first semester of study only. For those who choose this option, we recommend a touch-sensitive keyboard with at least 66 keys. The electronic keyboard should also have a stand and a music rack. Parents/students who use an electronic keyboard for beginning lessons should realize that this is a temporary solution to the need for an acoustic piano. See pages 7-12 for group instruction and music theory classes; performing ensemble opportunities can be found on pages 16-17; the Honors Music Program is outlined on pages 18-19.

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StringsViolin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Harp, Ukulele, Mandolin, and Electric, Acoustic, and Bass Guitar

Carol Redfield Vizzini, Department Head

The minimum age for traditional study is 6; for private guitar and mandolin study, 8; for Suzuki cello, 4; for Suzuki violin, 3 (an interview is required for all new Pre-Twinklers; the interview fee of $30 must accompany the registration form). The recommended minimum lesson length is 45 minutes for violin, viola, and cello. String instruction is tailored by the teacher to the student’s interest and ability. Conservatory teachers have training in a wide variety of methods and approaches and work with the student to choose the one that is most appropriate. The beginning student will usually be well-grounded first in the basics—holding the instrument with good posture, developing good listening skills, and producing a good

sound with the bow—before advancing to note reading. Students are not taught note reading before they are ready, usually when they are reading words. Students first learn through listening and imitation “games.” Although group classes are not required in traditional instruction, some teachers may organize their own group classes among students studying similar repertoire.


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Woodwinds, Brass & PercussionFlute, Recorder, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Drumset, and Percussion

Melissa Bohl, Department Head

The recommended minimum age for private study on most woodwind and brass instruments is 9; for recorder study, 6; for Suzuki flute, 5; for drum study, 7. The recommended lesson length for beginners is 30 minutes. Instruction on wind instruments typically begins with correct posture and hand position, breath support, and embouchure. The ability to read music is not a prerequisite, and any student who is new to musical literacy will learn the elements of pitch and rhythmic notation. As a student begins to acquire facility on the instrument, teaching concentrates on refinements of embouchure and tone production, articulation, dynamics, and phrasing. An advancing student will typically combine a study of technical materials, such as scales, arpeggios, and études, with solo repertoire such as recital pieces, sonatas, and concerti.Drumset and percussion are offered at the South Brunswick and Princeton Academy locations for students of all levels. Beginners learn basic rhythm and reading skills through snare drum and drumset and receive an introduction to mallet techniques, while advancing students receive coaching in various aspects of percussion.

All percussion students learn how to read music, maintain good sound production, and develop the dexterity to play the major percussion instruments.Conservatory teachers in the woodwind, brass, and percussion department incorporate ear training, sight reading, music fundamentals, musicianship, and the promotion of good work habits into their instruction at all levels, and remain responsive to students’ individual needs and learning styles.See pages 7-12 for group instruction and music theory classes; performing ensemble opportunities can be found on pages 16-17; the Honors Music Program is outlined on pages 18-19.

The Suzuki method stresses the development of ability through the “mother tongue” approach, which emphasizes learning through listening, imitation, repetition, games, and practice—with the teacher, parent, and student working as a team. Progress is made from skill to skill in carefully structured lessons that include parent participation and help for the parent who will be guiding home practice. Listening daily to recordings of the music the children will play is an essential part of the method. Each week, a Suzuki student attends a private lesson and a group class. Group classes are a very important aspect in that they stimulate interest, reinforce musical and technical development, and provide opportunities for performance. Please note that classical guitar students need a classical nylon-stringed guitar. (Acoustic steel-stringed or electric guitars are traditionally used for folk and rock music.) Students may choose to study classical, jazz, rock, folk, or a combination of styles. Students registering for guitar must specify on the registration form which style they would like to study.

All string students, with the exception of harp, are expected to have an instrument with them at the first lesson. The Conservatory main office can provide a listing of local string instrument suppliers where students may be fitted for an instrument, or students may bring an instrument on loan from their school music program to the lesson. In terms of harp instruction, students will be contacted by the instructor for information about procuring an instrument.See pages 7-12 for group instruction and music theory classes; performing ensemble opportunities can be found on pages 16-17; the Honors Music Program is outlined on pages 18-19.


VoiceTracey Richards Chebra, Department Head

Students who study singing at the Conservatory discover the unique qualities of their individual voices while learning proper vocal technique. Our teachers are experienced in teaching both classical and musical theater repertoire.The young voice is a delicate instrument and the Conservatory is cautious in treating it very carefully. Therefore, the earliest recommended age for private vocal study is 12. Even at this age, teachers are very careful about providing instruction that is developmentally appropriate so that the voice is not pushed or strained. For students younger than age 12, we highly recommend a group vocal experience and/or study of another instrument. Group voice classes and choral opportunities for all ages are described in the following sections.We encourage young students who are currently pursuing vocal performance opportunities to enroll in private instruction to ensure the development of healthy vocal habits.

See pages 7-12 for group instruction and music theory classes; performing ensemble opportunities can be found on pages 16-17; the Honors Music Program is outlined on pages 18-19.

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Music Theory & CompositionCraig Levesque, Department Head

The minimum age for study is 6 years. Materials fees are not included in the tuition.The Conservatory offers private instruction in theory, ear training, musicianship, and composition. Private instruction in theory and ear training is available to any student, and may be structured to prepare the student for the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM), the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program (MDP), or the Advanced Placement (AP) exams. Prospective composition students are invited to take a short diagnostic test and interview to help determine the best course of study. There is a student composition recital in the spring where young composers are encouraged to share their work. Summer private lessons are available for those students wishing to continue their studies, or to begin the fall semester at a higher theory level.

See pages 7-12 for group instruction and music theory classes; performing ensemble opportunities can be found on pages 16-17; the Honors Music Program is outlined on pages 18-19.


Piano and Organ FacultyNatasha AgilinaErik AlleseeSusan Bennett BakshiEna Bronstein BartonElena BenedictBen CahillChristine ChanJenny ChiouCarol ComuneTara Cooke-VentrescaElizabeth CrockettAnna de GrootMiriam EleyClipper EricksonInessa GleyzerovaMichael GreenMary GreenbergTheodore Hendricks-VerdejoIkumi HiraiwaMegan HofreiterEric HoughtonMichael JacobsenEva Kastner-PuschlEunju Joung KimLarissa KorkinaJulia KovalevPatricia LandyMary Elizabeth LatorreAlynn LaudenslagerPhyllis Lehrer Suzanne LehrerTeresa LimFang-Ting LiuLillian LivingstonCarmen MateiescuChristopher McWilliamsAlison NeelyJamie OlszakElena PanovaEsma Pasic-FilipovicAgnes PoltorakGalina PrilutskayaCecelia ReillyJessica Rey-de-CastroKyu-Jung RheeMarvin RosenNicholas SchidlovskyKathy ShanklinAngelina Shapoval

William SheibingerRita ShklarErica SilverFrances TaylorYana VasilyevaSylvie WebbDebra WigginsHendry WijayaCraig Williams (organ)Richard WooMarlene Yeni-MaitlandMarion ZarzecznaMaria Zolotareff

String FacultyMelissa Burton Anderson (cello)June Bender (violin)Glen Brown (guitar, bass, mandolin, ukulele)Laurie Cascante (cello)Linda Chang (violin)Ileana Ciumac (violin)Bardha Dennisi (violin)Urska Haule Fegus (violin)Paul C. Hofreiter (guitar, bass, upright bass, mandolin, ukulele)Alexander Izotov (violin/viola)Mark Johnstone (guitar, ukulele)Hyun Soo Lim (violin)Chika Mimura (violin)Judith Morse (violin/viola)Colin Oettle (violin)Dezheng Ping (violin)Peter Plomchok (guitar)Aimée Rieger (violin)Alisa Seavey (violin/viola)Marjorie Selden (violin/viola)Alison Simpson (harp)Carol Redfield Vizzini (cello)Bryan Williams (guitar, bass, ukulele)

Woodwind, Brass and Percussion FacultyMelissa Bohl (oboe)Kimberly Bryan (flute)Jill Crawford (flute)Stanton Davis, Jr. (trumpet)Kenneth Ellison (clarinet, saxophone)Ellen Fisher Deerberg (flute)Mika Godbole (percussion)Michael Green (trumpet)

Sung-Won Hwang (clarinet, saxophone)John Lane (flute)Craig Levesque (horn)Katherine McClure (flute) Susan Moxley (trombone, tuba, trumpet)Sandra Olson (flute)Timothy Urban (recorder)Michael VanPelt (clarinet, saxophone)Barbara Highton Williams (flute)Christopher Wickham (bassoon)Kevin Willois (flute) Amy Wolfe (flute) Darryl Yokley (clarinet, saxophone)

Voice FacultyTracey Richards ChebraDonna CoptiNancy Froysland HoerlEva Kastner-PuschlDenise MihalikLinda MindlinSarah SensenigDauri ShippeyDanielle SinclairTimothy Urban

Music Theory and Composition FacultyMichael GreenIkumi HiraiwaJulia KovalevCraig LevesqueTeresa LimCarmen MateiescuCecelia ReillyWilliam SheibingerTimothy UrbanKevin WilloisRichard WooRichard Tang Yuk

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GROUP INSTRUCTIONWestminster Conservatory offers a wide range of classes and ensembles to meet the needs of every student, from the beginner to the most advanced student, regardless of age. Some classes are intended as an introduction to music, and require no previous experience. Others are designed to complement private instruction.

Age 3 through Elementary School**Please see Early Childhood Music Classes on page 14 for additional offerings.

Suzuki Violin GroupAge 3 and aboveGroup classes are required for all students taking private Suzuki violin lessons. Classes are either 45 or 60 minutes in length, with 32 classes in the academic year. For students studying privately with a teacher outside the Conservatory, instructor approval is necessary. Princeton location only.

Suzuki Piano GroupAge 4 and aboveGroup classes are required for all students taking private Suzuki piano lessons. Classes are 45 minutes in length, with 32 classes in the academic year. Princeton location only.

Piano Lessons Plus!Age 7– 8 (beginners only)This program offers children an opportunity to study piano in both group and private settings. The weekly piano class will be supervised by a piano professor from Westminster Choir College’s nationally renowned faculty. It will include group involvement in creative listening, technique, and movement activities. The group instruction will be enhanced by weekly private lessons. Both the group and private lessons will be taught by graduate students in the Master of Music program in piano pedagogy and performance at Westminster Choir College. Princeton location only.

Piano Plus Encore!For returning Piano Lessons Plus! students onlyThis program continues piano study in both group and private settings. The weekly piano class will include group involvement in creative listening, technique, and musicianship activities. Weekly private lessons will be taught by

graduate students in the Master of Music program in piano pedagogy and performance at Westminster Choir College. Princeton location only.

Piano Explorations Grades 1–2 (beginners only)In this class children will explore the world of music through the piano. No prior music training is required, but it is preferred that students be able to read words. Interaction with a small group of students encourages an enthusiasm to play and encourages quick learning of musical concepts and short pieces. Piano Explorations has proven to be a rewarding experience for both parent and child. This class is a wonderful preparation for future private lessons. Students should have access to a piano or keyboard (minimum of 66 keys) for practice and are expected to maintain a consistent practice schedule. Parents are encouraged to participate in the student’s home practice.

Learn to Play the Ukulele!Age 8 and UpThis class is designed for beginners who want to play the ukulele in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Why the ukulele? It’s portable, affordable, perfect for sing-alongs, you can accompany yourself, it’s a natural first-step to other fretted instruments…and it’s fun for all ages! Students will learn to strum folk and pop tunes and accompany themselves and others. Fundamentals of rhythm, essential theory, and proper technique will be taught which can lead to further musical study if desired. The class will offer an optional performance opportunity at the end of the year.

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Brass for BeginnersGrades 2–3 (beginners only)

Meet Ragnar, possibly the first trumpeter in the history of the world, who lived about 15,000 years ago in the caves of Southwest France. He is

the Brass for Beginners® tour guide who will take students across the globe to show the many uses of natural trumpets throughout human history. He helps students understand the importance of trumpet sounds for peoples of the past, and shows the many amazing types of trumpets through the study of history, geography, culture, and music. Students will



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class, but will also spend time in their “practice cave” at home. Back in class, they will engage with their new friends in solo and group performances. This is an exciting way to introduce young musicians to the art of brass playing and can lead to private lessons on trumpet, horn, trombone, or tuba. A materials fee of $115 will cover the tromba and textbook. Class size is limited to 6 Tromba players.

Children’s Voice ClassGrades 2 – 4This class incorporates several components of music learning, taught concurrently: music reading, tone-production skills, singing technique, and critical listening skills. Through music reading, children will learn the basics of music theory (notes, rests, time values) and sight-singing. Personal attention will be given to each child as the whole class learns basic breathing and tone-production skills through vocalises and singing exercises. Critical listening skills are fostered as the children listen to each other

sing during class and then offer feedback. This class will also help to prepare children for auditioned choral experiences. Class size is limited to 8 children.

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Take a Bow!Dauri Shippey, InstructorGrades 3–5Sing and dance down the Great White Way in this energetic ensemble! Having fun is number one in this class. Basic lessons in voice, movement, and acting are learned while preparing for a class performance for family and friends at the end of the year. Yardley location only.

Introduction to Music TheoryAge 7–10Introduction to Music Theory is intended for students who have never studied music theory before and have limited experience with private instruction. Students will learn basic reading and writing skills,

focusing on pitch, rhythm, and musical vocabulary. Fun and accessible, this class serves as a great introduction to the world of music theory and composition.

Theory Class Level IMusic Development Program—BeginnerAge 10 and UpIn Theory 1, the focus of the class is on the fundamental building blocks of musical language. At the completion of Theory 1, students will be able to identify all pitches in treble and bass clefs; identify all diatonic scales; identify and construct simple ascending intervals; compose and perform simple rhythms in simple and compound time; analyze and construct tonic, subdominant, and dominant chords; and transpose melodies by an octave, and from treble to bass clef. Students will be prepared to take the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program (MDP) exam. Materials and optional exam fees are not included. Placement test required.

Age 3 through Elementary School Classes

Class NameNumber of Classes

(per semester) Class LengthTuition

(per semester)

Suzuki Violin GroupAge 3 and above 16 45 or 60 minutes,

depending on book level $252 or $320

Suzuki Piano GroupAge 4 and above 16 45 minutes $252

Piano Lessons Plus!Age 7– 8 12 60-minute class; 30-minute

private lesson $396

Piano Plus Encore!Returning Piano Lessons Plus! students 12 60-minute class; 30-minute

private lesson $396

Piano ExplorationsGrades 1– 2 16 55 minutes $320

Learn to Play the Ukulele!Age 8 and up 16 45 minutes $272

Brass for BeginnersGrades 2– 3 16 45 minutes $272

Children’s Voice ClassGrades 2– 4 16 55 minutes $320

Take a Bow!Grades 3– 5 16 55 minutes $320

Introduction to Music TheoryAge 7–10 16 45 minutes $272

Theory Class Level 1Age 10 and up 16 45 minutes $272

Registration for classes is for the full academic year (most classes run 32 weeks per year). Class length is based upon minimum enrollment (3-person minimum for 45-minute class; 4-person minimum for 55-minute class). Some classes may be offered with a smaller enrollment by reducing the class length. In this case, the tuition remains the same.


Middle School through High SchoolCoached Chamber EnsembleElena Panova, CoordinatorStudents of any age or level are matched with other musicians in a small ensemble which meets weekly for individual coaching by a Conservatory faculty member. This program will introduce students to a broader range of repertoire and provide the opportunity for interaction with other musicians at the same level. Participants are encouraged to perform in community settings. This class is open to all instruments. An interview/audition is required for placement.

Pre-Teen Voice Class Grades 5–7This class is designed to meet the needs of the young singer and can be a complement to our choral program. Students learn the basics of sound vocal technique (breathing, posture, diction) and fundamental musical skills (sight reading, rhythm recognition). Class size is limited to 8 teens.

Rising Stars!Dauri Shippey, InstructorGrades 6-8Do you love to perform in musical theater? Then come and join other rising stars! Learn to act and sing with this enthusiastic ensemble. Our stars will be introduced to proper vocal technique, music reading skills, acting skills, and stage movement to enhance their presentation. Students will learn solo songs as well as sing and act in ensemble numbers. A performance to showcase both individual and group skills learned in the class will be performed for family and friends at the end of the year.

Cello OrchestraLaurie Cascante, InstructorAge 11–17In its eleventh year, the Cello Orchestra focuses on cello ensemble arrangements of classical and contemporary works as well as selections from the early Broadway musical genre. Past repertoire has included arrangements of the first movement of J.S.

Bach’s Double Violin Concerto, Pavane by Gabriel Fauré, “America” from Leonard Bernstein’s West Side Story, and music of Astor Piazzolla. The goal of the ensemble is for students to be exposed to a wide range of musical repertoire, and to master cello-ensemble versions of the repertoire in a thoroughly enjoyable setting. This group is strongly recommended for private cello students of Laurie Cascante. Students from all cello instructors’ studios are most welcome, at the discretion of his/her teacher. An interview with the instructor is required. Princeton location only.

Learn to Play the Ukulele!This class is designed for beginners who want to play the ukulele in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Why the ukulele? It’s portable, affordable, perfect for sing-alongs, you can accompany yourself, it’s a natural first-step to other fretted instruments…and it’s fun for all ages! Students will learn to strum folk and pop tunes and accompany themselves and others. Fundamentals of rhythm, essential theory, and proper technique will be taught which can lead to further musical study if desired. The class will offer an optional performance opportunity at the end of the year.

The Guitars of Westminster ConservatoryMark Johnstone, InstructorThis guitar ensemble offers classical guitarists the opportunity to play and perform a variety of music from the Renaissance to the 21st century in solos, trios, duos, and quartets. In the fall, the ensemble gives yearly holiday concerts at the New Jersey Governor's mansion at Drumthwacket and Princeton’s Morven Museum. Each spring, The Guitars of Westminster is featured in competitions, performances, and in master classes at the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society's Festival in April. The season finale is a recital given on the Westminster Choir College campus. An interview/audition is required for placement. Princeton location only.

Jazz ExplorationsPaul Hofreiter, InstructorIn this class, students who already have some background in jazz will take their knowledge to the next level by playing in a small group and combining jazz with other musical styles (jazz/rock, jazz/hip hop, jazz/Latin, etc.) in addition to honing their traditional jazz performance skills. Students will explore playing through

longer forms over time-tested jazz standards, and will also be encouraged to explore different ways of playing these compositions, as well as working on their own arrangements or compositions. Music written and performed by the students will be presented at a year-end recital either on Westminster’s campus or off-campus at a live venue. An interview/audition is required for placement. Princeton Academy location only.

Theory Class Level IIMusic Development Program—IntermediateAge 12 and UpTheory 2 begins to integrate the basic elements of theory into more complicated harmonies, melodies, rhythms, and compositions. Students begin to focus on composition and analysis in a more comprehensive way, as they learn to understand the form and structure of music in a more sophisticated manner. At the completion of Theory 2, students will be able to identify and construct all scales, including diatonic, pentatonic, octatonic, blues, and whole tone; identify and construct all intervals, ascending and descending, and their inversions; compose and perform complicated melodies and rhythms in simple and compound time; analyze and construct all chords within a key, using Roman numerals and figured bass; identify scale degrees by function name; transpose melodies by any simple interval; identify and write full (perfect) and half (imperfect) cadences. Students will be prepared to take the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program (MDP) exam. Materials and optional exam fees are not included. Placement test required.

Theory Class Level IIIMusic Development Program—AdvancedAge 13 and UpTheory 3 begins to deal with form and harmony in earnest, and prepares students for the challenges of the Advanced Placement courses. The focus shifts further toward music from the classical repertoire as students analyze more complicated forms, and Roman numerals and figured bass become a greater focus. At the completion of Theory 3, students will be able to voice-lead simple progressions in a major or minor key, using Roman numerals and figured bass; complete a two-voice

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upon a supplied beginning; analyze the form and structure of simple pieces of music from the Classical repertoire; notate a four-voice vocal score in either chorale or open format; transpose a piece by any interval; construct and perform a melody in mixed, complex, or changing meter; construct all triads and seventh chords in isolation, or in a key. Students will be prepared to take the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program (MDP) exam. Materials and optional exam fees are not included. Placement test required.

NEW this year!

Exploring Musical TheaterDauri Shippey, InstructorGrades 9 –12Students with a passion for musical theater, experienced or curious, feel at home within this dedicated group of singing and moving actors. We’ll strengthen vocal technique, build an appropriate repertoire list, improve music reading skills, learn how to excerpt the requisite 16 or 24 bars for auditions, and strengthen acting skills and movement. Students will learn

solo songs as well as sing and act in ensemble numbers. Join this ensemble as we push ourselves to our own personal limits, are exposed to new ideas and techniques, and participate in a culminating performance which will feature both individual and group songs.

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Working (and Playing) with GarageBandCecelia Reilly, InstructorGrades 9 –12Using Apple Macintosh’s GarageBand software, students who take this class will create compositions using loops, MIDI input, and audio input. Editing will be an integral part of the course. We will also explore podcasting and exporting compositions to be used in iMovie and other video programs. Compositions can also be exported to iTunes to be burned as CDs and MP3s. Princeton location only.

Music Theory Advanced Placement PrepAge 15–18The Conservatory offers a two-year course to prepare high school students for the Advanced Placement exam in music theory. Students may begin in year two upon completion of an equivalency exam. Class focus is on voice-leading, analysis, and advanced harmony. At the completion of AP Prep, students will be able to write functionally correct chord progressions in the Classical style; voice-lead complicated progressions involving modal borrowing, tonicizations, and simple modulations to closely related keys; identify and construct simple chromatic pre-dominants; complete significant compositions in standard forms from a supplied beginning; and analyze complicated works from the Classical and Romantic repertoire. In addition, there is an aural skills component. Two optional practice AP exams, which are graded by Conservatory faculty, will be offered in the second year. Please note that the Conservatory does not administer the AP exam; students must take it through their respective school district. Materials and optional exam fees are not included. Princeton location only.

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Coached Chamber Ensemble 16 45 minutes $352Pre-Teen Voice ClassGrades 5 – 7 16 55 minutes $320

Rising Stars!Grades 6 – 8 16 55 minutes $320

Cello OrchestraAge 11–17 16 45 minutes $252

Learn to Play the Ukulele 16 45 minutes $272The Guitars of Westminster 16 55 minutes $320Jazz Explorations 16 55 minutes $320Theory Class Level IIAge 12 and up 16 45 minutes $272

Theory Class Level IIIAge 13 and up 16 45 minutes $272

Exploring Musical TheaterGrades 9 –12 16 55 minutes $320

Working (and Playing) with GarageBandGrades 9 –12 16 45 minutes $272

Music Theory AP PrepAge 15 –18 16 55 minutes $320



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Adult Chamber Reading EnsembleMarjorie Selden, CoordinatorDedicated to the joys of sight reading, this program provides an opportunity for adult musicians to meet every other week to play together in small wind, string, piano, or mixed ensembles. New ensembles are created each week. The groups, working on their own, read through music provided by the coordinator at the beginning of each session. Westminster provides music scores, studio space, stands, and pianos. Wind and string players bring their own instruments. Participants are expected to have some sight reading and ensemble experience. Each morning session will include a coffee break with light refreshments and time to socialize. Princeton location only.

Coached Chamber EnsembleElena Panova, CoordinatorStudents of any age or level are matched with other musicians in a small ensemble which meets weekly for individual coaching by a Conservatory faculty member. This program will introduce students to a broader range of repertoire and provide the opportunity for interaction with other musicians at the same level. Participants are encouraged to perform in community settings. This class is open to all instruments. An interview/audition is required for placement.

The Guitars of Westminster ConservatoryMark Johnstone, InstructorThis class offers guitarists the opportunity to play a variety of music from the Renaissance to the 21st century as an ensemble. Guitarists play their part in rehearsing duets, trios, and quartets for an end of semester performance. Performers must be proficient in reading music. An interview/audition is required for placement. Princeton location only.

Learn to Play the Ukulele!This class is designed for beginners who want to play the ukulele in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Why the ukulele? It’s portable, affordable, perfect for sing-alongs, you can accompany yourself, it’s a natural first-step to other fretted instruments…and it’s fun for all ages! Students will learn to strum folk and pop tunes and accompany themselves and others. Fundamentals of

MUSIC INSTRUCTION FOR ADULTSWestminster Conservatory offers private lessons and classes to meet the needs of the working, stay-at-home, and/or retired adult, from the beginner to the most advanced student. Seniors (age 60 and older) receive a discount of 15% off their tuition.

Private LessonsDepartment Instrument(s)

Piano and Organ Piano, Jazz Piano, Organ

String Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Harp, Ukulele, Mandolin, Guitar (electric, acoustic, bass)

Wind and Percussion Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Recorder, Drumset, Percussion

Voice Voice

Music Theory and Composition Music Theory, Musicianship, Composition

See page 2 for tuition information.

Group Instruction Some classes are intended as an introduction to music and require no previous experience. Others are designed to complement private instruction. See pages 16-17 for performing ensemble opportunities.



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technique will be taught which can lead to further musical study if desired. The class will offer an optional performance opportunity at the end of the year.

Jazz ExplorationsPaul Hofreiter, InstructorIn this class, students who already have some background in jazz will take their knowledge to the next level by playing in a small group and combining jazz with other musical styles (jazz/rock, jazz/hip hop, jazz/Latin, etc.) in addition to honing their traditional jazz performance skills. Students will explore playing through longer forms over time-tested jazz standards, and will also be encouraged to explore different ways of playing these compositions, as well as working on their own arrangements or compositions. Music written and performed by the students will be presented at a year-end recital either on Westminster’s campus or off-campus at a live venue. An interview/audition is required for placement. Princeton Academy location only.

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Vocal Repertoire for AdultsDanielle Sinclair, InstructorKathy Shanklin, AccompanistThis class is designed to give students an opportunity to work with an accompanist on solo and ensemble repertoire in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Ensemble groups will be determined by enrollment. Princeton location only.

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Opera Outings LecturesTim Urban, LecturerThese lectures are a wonderful way to enhance your 2016-17 season Opera Outings experience or attendance at select high-definition Metropolitan Opera broadcasts in the area (see www.rider.edu/conservatory for information on Opera Outings excursions). Lecturer Tim Urban will examine each opera’s history and

compositional style through recordings and group discussion and offer background information about the opera’s cast and creators. Lectures generally take place Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. one week before each Opera Outings excursion or local broadcast. Fees include the lecture, a handout about the opera, and refreshments. Princeton location only; register at www.rider.edu/conservatory.

Adult Classes



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Adult Chamber Reading Ensemble 8 3 hours $130

Coached Chamber Ensemble 16 45 minutes $352

The Guitars of Westminster 16 55 minutes $320

Learn to Play the Ukulele! 16 45 minutes $272

Jazz Explorations 16 55 minutes $320

Vocal Repertoire for Adults 12 55 minutes $240

Opera Outings LecturesRegister at www.rider.edu/conservatory TBD 3 hours $20 per lecture



New Student RegistrationOpen registration for new students begins on June 13, 2016. The fall semester begins on September 12, 2016. Students may register at any time in the academic year. Once a student is scheduled with a teacher, lessons or classes will be pro-rated for the remainder of the year and the student will receive a bill for the pro-rated number of lessons.

■ Complete the registration form included in the mailing (returning students), register online at www.rider.edu/conservatory, or complete the registration form in the center of this catalog (one form per student; form may be duplicated).

■ Be sure to list specific class time or widest availability for private lessons.

■ To facilitate placement for private lessons or for teacher changes, it is recommended that you complete the student profile form, which is printed on the back of the registration form in this catalog or at www.rider.edu/conservatory, and submit it with the registration form. Using this information, the Conservatory will contact families to discuss their options for placement with a Conservatory teacher. Experience, teaching styles, and availability vary from teacher to teacher. The Conservatory makes every effort to match each student with the most appropriate teacher who is available at the location of choice, on the day and time the family has requested, and who is best suited to work with the student to meet their needs and attain their goals.

■ Sign the registration form (required), indicating that you understand and accept the Conservatory’s policies as outlined in this catalog (pages 22-23) and on the website.

■ Return the forms by mail, by fax, online, or in person with the non-refundable $40 family registration fee and the appropriate tuition deposit (see below). Students will be notified of their lesson/class time by telephone or by mail once the best placement for the student has been determined.

Please note: We cannot take registration over the phone or confirm lessons for unregistered students.

Payment Due With Registration Form$40 non-refundable registration fee per familyPlus tuition deposit:

■ Private lessons (30 minutes): $150 per student per instrument



■ Classes: $75 per student per class

■ Performing Ensembles: $75 per student per ensemble

■ Young Artist: $500 per student (non-refundable)

■ Young Musician: $500 per student (non-refundable)

■ Young Music Scholar: $150 per student

Tuition Discounts ■ Family discount

Families who register for 4 or more Conservatory offerings receive a 5 percent discount off their tuition.

■ Senior citizen discount Senior citizens (age 60 and older) receive a 15 percent discount off their tuition.

■ Rider University discount Rider University students, faculty, and staff (including family members) receive a 20 percent discount off their tuition. In addition, the $40 registration fee is waived.

Payment InformationPayments may be made by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express either by mail, in person, by telephone, or online at www.rider.edu/conservatory.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC CLASSESJennifer Garr, Department Head

Newborn– 8 YearsThe early childhood department specializes in bringing developmentally appropriate music instruction to children from birth to 8 years of age. Our department’s philosophy is to provide child-centered instruction while nurturing natural ability, curiosity, and love of music. For the fourth year, we are pleased to offer three family classes in partnership with Musikgarten, an internationally recognized music and movement curriculum. Children enrolled in Musikgarten classes experience a rich aural/auditory base of learning that prepares them for synthesizing musical elements as they mature. These classes invite children and families to sing, move, listen, and play in response to activities facilitated by our faculty. For older children, our child-independent classes offer a carefully sequenced and progressive curriculum that guides children’s music learning toward beginning instrumental study while fostering the love of music and the world around them.Questions about early childhood offerings may be directed to Jennifer Garr at the

main Conservatory office at 609-921-7104 or by e-mail at [email protected] early childhood classes begin Saturday, September 17, 2016. Spring early childhood classes begin on February 4, 2017. A parents-only information session will be held on Wednesday, July 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Princeton.Demonstration classes will be held in Princeton on Saturday, September 10 at the following times: 10:00 a.m. (Family Music for Babies, Family Music for Toddlers, Cycle of Seasons), 11:30 a.m. (Stepping Tones, Musical Gateways, Musical Explorations). Prospective families are encouraged to attend.

Family Music for BabiesNewborn –18 months (for children born 3/1/15 to 6/1/16)This class offers adults the opportunity to play with their babies in a musical setting, experiencing music and movement activities designed to delight the child and awaken his or her curiosity about music. Through singing, dancing, bouncing, and rocking, the child’s music aptitude is being carefully nurtured, thus laying the foundation for beat awareness, vocal production, and aural discrimination. Activities also include finger plays, body

awareness games, and instrument play. Materials fee includes 2 CDs, 2 parent booklets, and cloth bag with rhythm instrument.

Family Music for ToddlersAge 16 months – 3 years (for children born 9/1/13 to 5/1/15)This class is designed to bring the joy of music and movement to toddlers and their caregivers. Activities include singing, dancing, focused listening, and simple instrument playing, thus creating an environment in which the child’s music aptitude is nurtured and skills are developed. The class curriculum is on a two-year rotation, allowing families to attend for an additional year without a repeat of song material. Younger siblings below the minimum age of the class are allowed to attend free of charge with permission of the instructor. Materials fee includes 2 CDs, 2 parent booklets, and 4 rhythm instruments.

The Cycle of SeasonsAge 3 – 4 (for children born 9/1/12 to 9/1/13)Cycle of Seasons is designed to nurture the emergent independence of the 3- and young 4-year old. Activities include songs and vocalization, chants and rhymes, listening games, echoing tonal and rhythmic patterns, and movement games, all of which nurture the child’s musical development while satisfying the child’s need to learn in a holistic environment. While caregivers stay for the class, some of the activities are designed to have the children participate independently of their adult partners. Materials fee includes 4 CDs, 2 parent books, and nature picture cards.

Stepping TonesAge 3½ – 4½ (for children born 3/1/12 to 3/1/13)This class presents various activities to foster children’s independent musical development. Children will combine movement with instruments and song to create simple ensembles and musical stories. Children’s literature is a key component, and classes incorporate folk songs and repertoire from the United States and other cultures. Each week the students are invited to bring an item from home relating to that week’s theme; these items are then incorporated into the day’s musical experiences. Books and music will be recommended for families to continue the weekly themes at home. Children


attend the class on their own, with families returning for the last few minutes of each session to share in group music making. Materials fee includes a CD and two folk rhythm instruments.

Musical GatewaysAge 4½ – 6 Levels 1–2 (for children born 1/1/11 to 3/1/12)

Levels 3 – 4 (returning students, or students entering first grade)This class is for children who enjoy making music but are waiting to begin traditional formal instruction. Through attention to the child’s singing voice, listening skills, and motor development, this class provides opportunities for students to make music in a creative setting while developing entry-level musical concepts and skills. Written by the Conservatory’s early childhood faculty, the curricula have been updated to reflect current philosophy and practice. Level 1: Stories and Song; Level 2: Music and You; Level 3: Global Music; Level 4: Music through Time. Materials fee for Levels 1-2 includes a tote bag, rhythm kit, book and 2

CDs, and a set of resonator bells. Materials fee for Levels 3-4 includes a tote bag, book and CD, and an Appalachian dulcimer. Students complete two levels per academic year (15 classes per level). Levels 1-2 must be completed before entering Levels 3-4. New students may be admitted to Level 3-4 on approval from the department head; an additional fee of $60 covering materials from Levels 1-2 will be added.

Musical Explorations Grades 1–2In this group class children will learn musical skills and theory needed to play an instrument. Barred instruments and choir chimes are used to introduce beginning note reading. Each class includes singing, movement, folk dances, and speech/instrumental ensembles. Children will experience different musical genres from classical to jazz. While the approach and philosophy draw primarily on that of Carl Orff, other music education philosophies are evident throughout the program. This class is appropriate for children who love to make music in a group setting before moving on to private instruction. Materials fee includes a tote bag, rhythm kit, and a book and CD.

Early Childhood FacultyKate ChenJennifer GarrSusan GaylordMary Elizabeth LatorreSarah SensenigKathy Shanklin

See www.rider.edu/conservatory for faculty bios.

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Family Music for Babies Newborn–18 months 15 30 minutes $165 $75

Family Music for Toddlers Age 16 months–3 years 15 45 minutes $250.50 $70

The Cycle of Seasons Age 3– 4 15 45 minutes $250.50 $80

Stepping Tones Age 3½–4½ 15 45 minutes $250.50 $60

Musical Gateways Age 4½– 6 15 60 minutes $300 $80

Musical Explorations Grades 1–2 15 60 minutes $300 $45

Registration for early childhood classes is for the full academic year (30 classes). Classes are offered at the main Princeton location on the campus of Westminster Choir College.New students will be accepted in Family Music for Babies, Family Music for Toddlers, Cycle of Seasons, Stepping Tones, and Musical Gateways through March 2017 at a pro-rated tuition.Class length is based upon minimum enrollment. Some classes may be offered with a smaller enrollment by reducing the class length. In this case, the tuition remains the same.


PERFORMING ENSEMBLESThe ensemble experience can be one of the most rewarding aspects of music study. Whether in a choir, orchestra or chamber group, joining with others to create music builds musicianship, provides motivation for individual study, and continually challenges the performer with new works. It also happens to be lots of fun!

Choral EnsemblesChoral Readiness Katherine Chen, InstructorGrades K–1Choral Readiness focuses on music making appropriate for children ages 5 to 7 years, with an emphasis on vocal music development, and serves as the training choir for Schola Choir. Singing games and movement provide a repertoire of musical experiences from which lessons in music theory and singing are derived. Basic musicianship skills are taught, including healthy singing and tonal and rhythmic music reading. Musical repertoire includes both folk and art music of high quality. The choir will have the opportunity to perform at least once on the Westminster campus or off campus. Choral Readiness is comprised of both experienced and inexperienced singers. Enrollment is limited. Number of rehearsals: 32Rehearsal length: 45 minutesTuition: $400

Schola ChoirYvonne Macdonald, ConductorGrades 2 – 3This ensemble serves as the training choir for Concino Choir. Rehearsal time is spent on the development of vocal, choral, and sight-reading skills. Repertoire is studied in both unison and parts and concerts are presented with both the older and the younger choirs. A variety of choral repertoire is introduced, culminating in performances on the Westminster Choir College campus and in local choral festivals. Princeton location only. Number of rehearsals: 32Rehearsal length: 55 minutesTuition: $408Materials fee: $20

Concino ChoirPatricia Thel, ConductorGrades 4 – 5The choral repertoire for Concino Choir spans various periods and styles of music. Students are expected to commit for the full academic year. Concino Choir performs at Westminster Choir College and in the Princeton area throughout the year, including an annual concert with the Westminster Community Orchestra. This past year the choir sang at the Governor’s mansion and in Richardson Auditorium at Princeton University. An audition/interview

is necessary for new students to determine vocal range and prior experience. Students who are moving up from Schola Choir are not required to audition. Princeton location only. Number of rehearsals: 32Rehearsal length: 60 minutesTuition: $416Materials fee: $20

Cantus Choir(Middle School Honors Choir)Patricia Thel, ConductorGrades 6 – 8Cantus Choir performs frequently at Westminster Choir College, Princeton University, and in other venues as opportunities arise. Each year the choir sings children’s choral literature with the Westminster Community Orchestra. Repertoire includes a variety of sacred and secular choral music of the highest quality. Over the past 10 years, the choir has performed at the National Cathedral, at the United Nations, at Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall by special invitation, and five times at the White House by invitation, including a performance there in 2015. The choir performs each year at Drumthwacket, the Governor’s mansion. In the past, the choir has done recordings for ETS and Silver Burdett. The choir has also premiered new works which were subsequently published. There is an emphasis on sight-reading and vocal production in addition to performing in large venues. New students are accepted by audition, and are accepted by their ability and desire to sing. Students who are moving up from Concino are not required to audition. Princeton location only. Number of rehearsals, including

performance(s): 32Rehearsal length: 90 minutesTuition: $512 Materials fee: $20

Westminster Community ChorusJohn Wilson, ConductorHigh School through AdultThe Westminster Community Chorus provides an opportunity for singers in the community from high school through adult to share the pleasure of choral singing. The chorus is open to amateur singers from the beginning to advanced level. Westminster is renowned for choral excellence and this long-standing tradition is shared with the community. Rehearsals will culminate with two or three

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performances per year. Audition required for new members. Princeton location only.Number of rehearsals: 32Rehearsal length: 2 hoursTuition: $256Materials fee: $35

Community Chamber ChoirJohn Wilson, ConductorAdultsDrawn from the Westminster Community Chorus, this select choir will perform music intended for a smaller ensemble, including motets, madrigals and other works. Prior choral experience and sight-reading ability are required. Audition required yearly for all members. Princeton location only.Number of rehearsals: 32Rehearsal length: 40 minutesTuition: $96

Instrumental EnsemblesPrinceton Charter School/Westminster Conservatory Youth OrchestraRuth Ochs, ConductorGrades 5–8 Based at Princeton Charter School, the Conservatory Youth Orchestra is an

ensemble for intermediate to advanced players in grades 5 to 8. This orchestra builds upon a core membership of middle-school musicians from the Princeton Charter School. The orchestra rehearses weekly at Princeton Charter School and will perform at least two concerts throughout the school year. The music ranges from the baroque to the modern, from classical to popular. The atmosphere is non-competitive and supportive of growing musicians, but also aims to develop important facets of orchestral playing, such as good intonation, bow technique for string players, ensemble blending, and general listening techniques. Musicianship, including scale mastery, and music appreciation are integrated as well. Prerequisites for participation in the orchestra include a minimum of two years of study, ability to play major and minor 2-octave scales, and strong reading skills. It is also recommended that members of the ensemble take private lessons. Students interested in joining the ensemble should submit a teacher recommendation with their registration.Number of rehearsals, including

performance(s): 32Rehearsal length: 75 minutesTuition: $400

Westminster Community OrchestraRuth Ochs, ConductorAdultsThis full-size orchestra offers adults in the community the opportunity to share the pleasure of orchestral playing. The ensemble is open to dedicated amateur musicians from intermediate to advanced levels. Coaching, sectional rehearsals, and Princeton-area performances throughout the year are an integral part of the program. Past performances have included Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra, Brahms’ Symphony No. 2, and Copland’s Billy the Kid Suite. Inquiries welcome during the year. Audition required. For information, email [email protected]. Princeton location only.Number of rehearsals: 32Rehearsal length: 2½ hoursTuition: $256

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THE HONORS MUSIC PROGRAM (HMP)Alison Neely, DirectorCraig Levesque, Academic CoordinatorJohn Paul Velez, Jazz Coordinator

Founded in 1985, The Honors Music Program (HMP) of Westminster Conservatory is central New Jersey’s leading pre-college program for talented classical young musicians. HMP develops musical artistry and scholarship through its comprehensive curriculum and its vibrant, supportive community. Students, age 8 to 18, major in Instrumental or Vocal Performance, Composition, Music Theory, or Musicianship Studies. Students enroll in one of three divisions of study and attend their classes on Saturdays at the Conservatory’s Princeton campus. An exceptional faculty of performers, composers, and scholars inspire students and offer unmatched personal attention. By graduation students are prepared to pursue advanced study or careers in music. The elementary- and middle-school programs are offered from 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and the high-school program is offered from 11:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m. from September through early June. Students must attend a 45- or 60-minute weekly

private lesson in addition to HMP. Students may choose to study with a private teacher on the Conservatory faculty or with an outside teacher.HMP's core curriculum includes a course sequence in Music History and in Music Theory. Performance offerings, which vary by division, are discussed below. Students prepare for the Royal Conservatory’s Music Development Program Rudiments evaluations and the College Board’s Advanced Placement Exam in Music Theory. Graduates accelerate their college study by completing advanced courses in Counterpoint, Analysis, Orchestration, and Composition. Semester grades are awarded in all classes, and a transcript is maintained.Audition and/or application materials, a brochure, and the HMP handbook are available in the Conservatory office and on the program’s website www.honorsmusicprogram.com.

Program Divisions

Young Artist (YA)Young Artist is HMP’s premiere, performance-oriented division, and its students are gifted and highly motivated musicians. YA students receive a comprehensive music education and accelerate their development into top performers and composers. Students audition to major in piano, guitar, violin, viola, cello, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, or trombone. Singers (age 14 to 18) audition to major in voice, and composers (age 10 to 18) apply to major in composition.YA instrumentalists attend four weekly classes: Chamber Music, Theory and Ear Training, Music History, and Jazz Improvisation. Students showcase their achievements in five public performances each year: two YA Solo Recitals, two Honors Program Chamber Music Concerts, and the HMP Jazz Concert. Students also perform in solo Performance Classes four times each year. Young Artists prepare a solo program for annual evaluation by a panel of Conservatory faculty. Repertoire is prepared in accordance with the YA Performance Curricula guidelines under the direction of the student’s private teacher. YA vocalists attend four weekly classes: Diction, Vocal Repertoire, Theory and Ear Training, and Music History. Singers showcase their achievements in four public performances each year: two YA Solo Recitals, and two HMP Chamber Music Concerts. Vocal students are encouraged to enroll in piano lessons. Outreach performances, workshops, and master classes by distinguished artists are offered throughout the year. The curriculum culminates in Senior Seminar, a course re-designed to meet the interests of each senior class. Seniors prepare and perform an individual senior recital and receive significant college admissions support. The Young Artist Admissions folio accompanies music school applications or college and university Arts

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Supplements and impressively presents the student’s transcript, recommendation letter from the Director, and press materials.Number of weeks: 30Tuition: $2,700 (materials and private

lesson tuition not included; additional tuition will be applied for classes taken on a weekday)

Young Musician (YM) Young Musician is designed for the motivated student who is interested in deepening his or her musical study through participation in HMP. Instrumental students audition to major in piano, guitar, violin, viola, cello, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, or trombone.The YM curriculum includes three weekly classes: Chamber Music, Theory and Ear Training, and Music History. Each year students showcase their achievements in two performances in the Honors Program Chamber Music Concerts. YM students also participate in Solo Performance Classes four times during the year. In addition, YM students perform solo repertoire for annual evaluation by a panel of Conservatory faculty. Students prepare two contrasting pieces and an etude under the direction of their private teacher.

Additional opportunities include Conservatory-wide recitals, outreach concerts, master classes, and workshops presented by distinguished artists.Number of weeks: 30Tuition: $1,980 (materials and private


Young Music Scholar (YMS)Young Music Scholar is a non-performance-oriented program for students interested in enriching their music education through the study of Music Theory and Music History. The program accepts students based on a private teacher recommendation, an interview with the HMP director, and on class availability in the student’s particular age and level. An audition is not required.YMS students take two weekly classes: Music Theory and Music History. Students follow the HMP graded theory curriculum. Students progress through Music History survey courses and then enroll each year in one of several Music History electives, which are offered on a rotating basis. Number of weeks: 28Tuition: $1,120 (materials and private


Honors Music Program FacultyMelissa Burton AndersonBen CahillCarol ComuneStanton Davis, Jr.Clipper EricksonMichael GreenIkumi HiraiwaLarissa KorkinaJulia KovalevPatricia LandyCraig LevesqueElena PanovaGalina PrilutskayaCecelia ReillyKyu-Jung RheeMarvin RosenAngelina ShapovalRita ShklarDanielle SinclairTimothy UrbanJohn Paul VelezBarbara WilliamsKevin WilloisDarryl YokleyRichard Tang Yuk



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MUSIC THERAPYTara Cooke-Ventresca, Coordinator

Music therapy sessions can be beneficial to many individuals with special needs such as:

■ Autism/autistic spectrum

■ Cerebral palsy

■ Down syndrome

■ Learning differences

■ Developmental delays

■ Emotional disorders

■ Neurological disorders

■ Sensory disorders

In one-on-one sessions, a music therapist works together with an individual in a musical context to help foster growth and development. As a creative process, the therapy relies upon the uniqueness of each individual and his/her own set of circumstances. Each student’s contributions and involvement are essential to the overall work. Individuals who join music therapy come as they are with their own personal strengths. These are discovered and built upon while working through personal challenges. Personalized goals are discovered and worked on through music that is created with the music therapist.Growth that occurs influences all areas within each person. For optimal growth to occur, much of the work is in and through improvisation and composition in which the student is an active participant in creating music. Experiences of music may be through playing instruments, singing, listening, and moving to music. Through created music, individuals use their own inherent qualities and natural processes to allow for freedom and creativity.

The creative process explored through music therapy can help: ■ Increase self-awareness

■ Build self-confidence

■ Enhance communication

■ Improve physical movement and coordination

■ Allow for self-expression.

Together with work on personalized goals, the therapy can provide enrichment, enjoyment and impact the overall development of each student. These sessions are highly recommended for individuals with special needs beginning as early as 3 years old. Princeton location only.A placement interview is required for all new students. Families will be asked to complete a registration form and pay an interview fee of $75 before meeting with the coordinator. After evaluation, the registration fee and tuition deposit will be due before the student can be placed with a music therapist.

Tuition for Music Therapy SessionsNumber of private sessions: 34Session length: 30 minutesTuition: $1,598

Music Therapy FacultyTara Cooke-VentrescaMall Kiil



Summer Music CampsMarianne Lauffer, DirectorThe Conservatory offers a variety of summer music camps for toddlers to teens. Students with or without previous musical experience are eligible to attend. Information outlining the 2017 summer camps will be available in January on the website at www.rider.edu/conservatorycamps. Summer camp registration begins on January 16, 2017. Resident middle-school, high-school, and adult programs are offered through Westminster Choir College Continuing Education; call 609-924-7416 or go to www.rider.edu/woce.

Summer LessonsThe Conservatory offers a flexible eight-week session for private instruction in all instruments, depending on availability of instructors. Students often enroll in summer lessons to try out a new instrument or to get extra coaching and practice. The 2017 summer session runs from June 26 to August 18, 2017. Registration forms will be available in all Conservatory locations by May 15, 2017.

Conservatory Faculty Recital SeriesIn addition to teaching, Westminster Conservatory faculty members enrich the musical life of the area and provide inspiring examples for their students through performance. Solo and chamber music recitals by Conservatory faculty take place on the Princeton campus of Westminster Choir College, the Lawrenceville campus of Rider University, and in the community. Admission is free to all Westminster Conservatory faculty performances. For a complete listing of performances, go to www.rider.edu/arts.Recitals in the Westminster Conservatory Faculty Series are presented on Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 3:00 p.m. in Bristol Chapel, Westminster Choir College. Kaleidoscope Chamber Series events are scheduled on Sunday afternoons at 3:00 p.m. in Gill Memorial Chapel at Rider University, Lawrenceville. The Rider University Art Gallery in the Bart Luedeke Center, Lawrenceville, is the setting for Gallery Concerts. Concerts take place on Fridays at 12:15 p.m. and are concurrent with Gallery shows.Westminster Conservatory at Nassau recitals are held on the third Thursday of the month, September to May, at 12:15 p.m. in the Niles Chapel of Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street, Princeton. These half-hour lunchtime recitals are open to the public without charge. (This program is made possible, in part, by the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission through funding from the Mercer County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.)For more information on Kaleidoscope, Gallery Concerts, and Westminster Conservatory at Nassau, contact Melissa Bohl, Coordinator of Outreach Recitals, at the main Conservatory office at 609-921-7104.

Concerto CompetitionEsma Pasic-Filipovic, CoordinatorThis annual competition offers Conservatory students an opportunity to perform with the Westminster Community Orchestra. In the fall of 2016, Conservatory piano students who were registered with the Conservatory for the prior academic year (September through May) are eligible to participate with a recommendation from their private Conservatory teacher. Next fall (fall 2017) the competition will be open to wind, string, and adult voice students who are recommended by their private Conservatory teacher. Winners of the Concerto Competition will be featured in performances with the Westminster Community Orchestra. Competition applications and guidelines will be available in the main office by September 1, 2016.

Ena Bronstein Barton Piano ScholarshipThis scholarship was established in Spring 2011 to honor Ena Bronstein Barton, the head of the piano department at Westminster Conservatory, member of the piano faculty at Westminster Choir College, and internationally acclaimed performer. Each spring, Conservatory piano teachers will nominate students in grades 9 through 11 who have studied with them for a minimum of two years. The student must be a talented and hardworking pianist—an all-around musician who studies theory and/or a second instrument at the Conservatory and exhibits the community spirit of the Conservatory. A panel of Conservatory piano teachers will choose the recipient and the scholarship winner receives a $250-per-term tuition remission to apply toward their piano study at the Conservatory in the following academic year.

Scholarship Awards CompetitionMarvin Rosen, CoordinatorAt the end of the fall term, faculty members may nominate outstanding students who have studied privately for the full fall term to compete for a Conservatory Scholarship Award. Awards are granted for achievement in private instrumental, vocal, or composition lessons. Winners are selected through a competitive audition by a panel of judges and receive a $200-per-term tuition remission to apply toward study at the Conservatory in their nominated field the following academic year.

Teen Voice CompetitionTracey Chebra, CoordinatorIn the spring term, Conservatory high school students who are taking private voice lessons or are in the Westminster Community Chorus or the Honors Music Program are invited, based on a recommendation from their teacher, to participate in the annual Teen Voice Competition. The winners receive gift certificates for the Westminster Choir College bookstore and the opportunity to perform in a recital the day following the competition.

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CONSERVATORY POLICIES & GENERAL INFORMATIONOngoing RegistrationThe academic calendar for Westminster Conservatory runs from September to June, totaling 34 weeks. At the extension sites, academic calendars may vary slightly. (Extension site lesson and class schedules are available at www.rider.edu/conservatory under Locations & Directions.) Students registering for study at the Conservatory will be charged for the full academic year if they are beginning lessons or classes as of September 12, 2016. Students starting lessons or classes later than this date will be pro-rated for the remainder of the year and the student will receive a bill for the pro-rated number of lessons.

Payment Policy and ScheduleFamilies must pay in full when the first bill is due or make monthly payments with payment in full being received by the due dates listed below. (Those choosing to pay monthly will be assessed a 1.5% finance charge on the unpaid balance.) Families who do not make their monthly payments or who have not paid in full by the due date may not be able to continue their lessons at the Conservatory. There will be a $30 charge for all returned checks.

Payment Due Dates for Private Lessons and Classes

Fall TermSeptember 30, 2016—Payment in full for fall term due or first of 3 monthly fall payments. Those choosing to pay monthly will be assessed a 1.5% finance charge on the unpaid balance.October 31, 2016—Second fall monthly payment due.November 30, 2016—FINAL PAYMENT DEADLINE FOR FALL TERM

Spring TermJanuary 31, 2017—Payment in full for spring term due or first of 3 monthly spring payments. Those choosing to pay monthly will be assessed a 1.5% finance charge on the unpaid balance.February 28, 2017—Second monthly payment due.March 31, 2017—FINAL PAYMENT DEADLINE FOR SPRING TERM

Payment Due Dates for Performing Ensembles and Honors Music Program (Young Artist and Young Musician Only)September 30, 2016 – Payment in full for full year due or first of 3 monthly payments.

Those choosing to pay monthly will be assessed a 1.5% finance charge on the unpaid balance.October 31, 2016—Second monthly payment due.November 30, 2016—FINAL PAYMENT DEADLINE FOR FULL YEAR TUITION

Withdrawal PolicyAll withdrawals must be submitted in writing (by mail, fax, or email) to the office. Non-attendance or verbal withdrawal to a faculty or staff member is not an official withdrawal.If a student submits their request in writing prior to the fourth scheduled lesson, class, or rehearsal, they will be charged only for those lessons scheduled prior to receipt of their request. If the withdrawal is received less than 2 business days before the fourth lesson, class, or rehearsal, the student will be charged for that lesson.If a student submits their request in writing after the fourth scheduled lesson, they will be charged for all lessons scheduled prior to receipt of their request. If the withdrawal is received less than 2 business days before the scheduled lesson, the student will be charged for that lesson as well. In addition, the student will be charged a penalty equal to the cost of 4 additional lessons.If a student submits their request in writing after the fourth scheduled class, including Young Music Scholar, they will be charged the full tuition for the term.If a student submits their request in writing after the fourth scheduled rehearsal, including Young Artist/Young Musician, they will be charged the full tuition for the year.See www.rider.edu/conservatory for detailed information.

Winter Withdrawal DetailsThe winter withdrawal deadline is January 4, 2017. Withdrawals are effective as of the end of the fall term. (See calendar on inside back cover for fall term ending dates.) See www.rider.edu/conservatory for detailed information.

Change RequestsRequests for changes in teacher, program of study, or lesson length must be received in the Conservatory office in writing prior to the fourth scheduled lesson or class. If the change request is received less than 2 business days before a scheduled lesson or class, the student will be charged for that lesson or class. Class changes may not be made after the fourth scheduled class. Students wishing to make changes for the spring term must do so by the winter withdrawal deadline of January 4, 2017. Students enrolled in private instruction that are granted a change in teacher at any other time during the year will be charged a penalty equal to the cost of 4 additional lessons from the studio the student is leaving. All change requests must be submitted in writing to a Conservatory office.Westminster Conservatory will honor all change requests if possible, based on availability. If the Conservatory cannot accommodate the requested change, the student may choose to continue the original course of study or withdraw according to the guidelines in the withdrawal policy.

Additional LessonsStudents may add extra lessons during the academic year as well as before or after the summer session with the permission of their teacher. Scheduling arrangements are made directly with the teacher. Students list the confirmed lesson dates and times on the “Additional Lessons” (green) form, obtain the teacher’s sign-off on the form, and then submit the form along with payment to the office.

Missed Lessons and Make-up PolicyRegular attendance at lessons, classes, and rehearsals is expected. Whenever possible, the student must notify the teacher in advance of any absences. Students are charged for all lessons, classes, and ensembles for which they register. Since the teacher has already reserved a weekly teaching time for

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each student, the teacher is not required to make up a lesson missed by the student for any reason, including illness, vacation, schedule conflict, etc.Please note that students should not attend lessons, classes or rehearsals if they are ill or contagious. Teachers have the right to send students home if they determine that the student is ill. A make up will not be offered to the student.If a teacher cancels a lesson/class or if the Conservatory closes for any reason, a make-up lesson/class will be offered. A maximum of 2 make-up options will be offered to the student for each cancelled lesson and 1 make-up option will be offered for each cancelled class. Credits will not be offered for make-up lessons refused by the family. In addition, a credit is not available for make-up lessons or classes that are agreed-upon and then missed by the student. Exceptions to these policies will be made only in rare cases of extended illness or other emergency situations and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Waiting ListIf a requested lesson or class is full, a student may choose to be on the waiting list. To be added to the waiting list, a registration form must be submitted listing the days and times the student is available. Students should include their credit card number on the registration form. The credit card will be charged with the registration fee and the appropriate deposit once the student is placed with a teacher. When an opening becomes available, it will be offered to the first student on the waiting list who indicated availability at the time of the opening. To remain on the waiting list for the following academic year, students must fill out a new registration form. A student cannot remain on the waiting list for a specific teacher if lessons have been arranged with another Conservatory teacher.

Discontinuance PolicyThe Conservatory reserves the right to discontinue any student whose work or behavior is unsatisfactory; this includes frequent absences, tardiness, behavioral problems, lack of progress, or failure to abide by Conservatory policies. Students may also be discontinued if payment is past due. In such cases, a student will be responsible for all lessons or classes scheduled prior to the date the lessons or classes are discontinued by the Conservatory.

Class Cancellation PolicyThe Conservatory reserves the right to cancel classes with insufficient enrollment. In the event of cancellation, a full refund will be issued.

Financial AidWestminster Conservatory offers financial aid toward tuition to qualifying families. Financial aid is determined on a sliding scale that considers family financial resources, the number of dependent children, the number of family members studying at the Conservatory, and the programs in which the student(s) are enrolled. Recipients must maintain reasonable progress and attendance and keep all payments current. Financial aid application forms are available at any Conservatory office or online at www.rider.edu/conservatory.

Photography and Video ReleaseFrom time to time, Conservatory classes and events are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes. These images may be used in social media, publicity-related, and informational materials for the Conservatory. Enrollment and/or participation in Conservatory programs and events—both those mentioned in this catalog and those that may arise during the course of the school year—constitutes permission granted for use of likeness in the above-mentioned manner.

ParkingParking regulations are strictly enforced on the Westminster campus. All cars parked on campus are required to display a parking hang tag (available at no charge in the Conservatory office). Failure to display this tag could result in a fine. After registration is confirmed, students should apply for a free, annual parking hang tag. This gives students permission to park while attending their lesson or another Conservatory event. No parking is allowed at other times.

Student Identification CardsStudent ID cards are necessary for students wishing to use the Talbott Library Learning Center, to enter the campus bookstore, and to gain reduced admission to some campus concerts. Student ID cards are available in Conservatory offices.

Talbott Library Learning CenterStudents enrolled in the Conservatory are extended borrowing privileges at Talbott Library Learning Center (609-921-7100, ext. 8237), the College library. An ID card must be presented to borrow books or music, and library rules and due dates must be observed. All overdue books must be returned and fines paid before a student is eligible to register for further Conservatory study.

College BookstoreMusic, textbooks or other materials may be purchased and ordered at Westminster Music and Books (609-921-1656), the campus bookstore located on the first floor of the Student Center. Students are required to carry an ID card when entering the bookstore. Bookstore hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m., as well as select Saturdays.

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in teaching studios or rehearsal halls.■■ There is no smoking allowed inside

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Conservatory. ■■ For the safety of our students and

faculty, skateboarding, rollerblading or other reckless activity inside any building is not allowed.

■■ Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Fire CodePlease adhere to the fire code set by the State of New Jersey. In the event of a fire or a drill, all persons are to evacuate the building using the designated exits.

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Emergency Closing Phone Number: 609-219-2000 ext. 1

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