SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM - HBMS€¦ · Visual Arts • Composing with Technology • World Drumming • Chimes • Jazz • Rock Piano for Non-Pianists • Musical Theater • Movement

SUMMER ARTS PROGRAMFOR STUdEnTS EnTERinG 1ST - 10Th GRAdE

FIVE WEEK SESSION | JUNE 29 - JULY 31, 2020Morning onLY • ExtEndEd daY • aftErnoon onLY

Group Instrumental & Voice Lessons • Orchestra • Chamber Music • Chorus

Visual Arts • Composing with Technology • World Drumming • Chimes • Jazz • Rock

Piano for Non-Pianists • Musical Theater • Movement

Hoff-Barthelson Music School is the ideal setting for a stimulating, challenging, and fun-filled summer arts program for

students in grades 1-10. Summertime is perfect for students of all levels to try new instruments, experiment musically,

take daily group lessons, and perform every week. For young children, the Summer Arts Program is a superb way to try out

instrumental and vocal music making – possibly for the first time – and to discover their particular passion. Students make

great progress and form lasting friendships over the program’s five weeks.

indiVidUALLY TAiLOREd PROGRAMS

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EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE THROUGH APRIL 15, 2020

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Students choose programs tailored to their individual needs and interests. Classes, workshops, and performance opportunities include singing, eurhythmics (learning music through movement), instrumental classes, chamber music, chorus, large ensembles, visual arts, musical theater, jazz, and rock. An exciting Composing with Technology program for grades 4–10 gives students a chance to try their hands at the creative process of composition using state-of-the-art software and hardware technology.

Our exceptional faculty made up of some of the top performers and music educators in our area provide personalized attention to each student every day. Morning, afternoon, and extended day options are available.

SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM

FIVE WEEK SESSION | JUNE 29 - JULY 31, 2020FOR STUdEnTS EnTERinG 1ST - 10Th GRAdE

JOSEPH PISCITELLI, DIRECTOR

25 School Lane • Scarsdale NY • 914-723-1169 • www.hbms.org • [email protected]

Tuition:Program Early Bird After 4/15Morning Only $1,795 $1,845 Extended Day $2,525 $2,600 Extended Day + Rock On! $3,445 $3,525 Extended Day + Musical Theater Workshop $4,250 $4,325 Afternoon Only $925 $955 Afternoon Only + Rock On! $1,795 $1,845 Afternoon Only + Musical Theater Workshop $2,525 $2,575 Rock On! Only $925 $955 Musical Theater Workshop Only $1,795 $1,845

Register Online • www.hbms.orgSpace is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. Early registration is encouraged. Registrations received after May 15 are subject to a $75 late fee. Tuition is non-refundable after May 29, 2020. Tuition includes music, art materials and T-shirt.

Additional fee of $80 for students enrolled in piano.

Partial need-based financial aid available. Please call 914-723-1169.

A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required at the time of registration.The balance of tuition is due by May 29, 2020. Once you have registered, we will contact you to schedule a placement meeting with the Director in order to tailor the best possible program for your child.

MORNING ONLY PROGRAM9:00 am - 12:00 pm

ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM For students entering 1st - 3rd gradesDaily singing and eurhythmics • Group lessons on choice of all string, wind and brass instruments, guitar, ukulele, and piano • Arts and Crafts • Drama Workshop

JUNIOR & SENIOR CURRICULUMJuniors: Students entering 4th - 6th gradesSeniors: Students entering 7th - 10th gradesChoice of FOUR of the following classes:Group lessons on choice of all string, wind and brass instruments, guitar, and piano • Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, or Chorus (one required) • Percussion • Jazz Band • Visual Arts • Drama Workshop • Composing with Technology • Musicianship

EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM9:00 am - 2:00 pm *

Includes Morning Only Program AND choice of TWO classes.

EXTENDED DAY PLUS! PROGRAM 9:00 am - 3:30 or 5:00 pm *

Includes Extended Day Program and choice of EITHER Rock On! or Musical Theater Workshop

AFTERNOON ONLY PROGRAM12:30 - 2:00 pm

Choice of TWO CLASSES from the EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM class offerings.

AFTERNOON ONLY PLUS! PROGRAM12:30 - 3:30 or 5:00 pm

Includes AFTERNOON ONLY Program and choice of EITHER Rock On! or Musical Theater Workshop.

* Includes 1/2-hour lunch break. Students bring lunch.

Composing with TechnologyThis exciting workshop teaches participants the skills needed to use hardware, software, and app technology in support of their own creative compositional process. Skills students learn and experience include publishing standard computer notated scores; using MIDI files with software samples; and creating digital audio recordings. Emphasis is placed on putting technology in service of personal creativity. Student compositions will be shared at the final concert. Appropriate for students new to the use of music technology.Theory background and placement interview required.

EXTENDED DAY AFTERNOON CLASS OFFERINGS EL= Elementary; JR = Juniors; SR = Seniors

Simple Symphony (EL & JR)A first ensemble experience for string players in grades 2 - 6.

Composers Corner (EL & JR)A listening lounge designed to expand the students’ understanding of a composer’s life and times. An earful of music, a glimpse of art history, and a look at the social setting of the times.

Piano for Non-Pianists (EL, JR & SR)Group instruction in basic keyboard skills for non-pianists held in the School’s new keyboard lab. An excellent and fun opportunity for immersion in this essential instrument.

Creative Keyboard (EL, JR & SR) Piano students improvise and compose music of their own while growing in their understanding of the elements of music: melody, harmony, and rhythm.By audition.

World Drumming (EL, JR & SR) Students use African drums to explore rhythm, timbre, and a cross section of world music styles as they discover song form, ensemble playing, and improvisation. Knowledge of meter and note values is explored and reinforced.

Time for Chimes (JR & SR) Students learn to play beautiful bell-like tone chimes. An exciting approach to the study of pitch, rhythm, music notation, and learning to play in an ensemble.

Chamber Music Workshop (JR & SR)Ensemble coaching for trios, quartets, and quintets. Strings, winds, and piano.

Advanced Jazz Workshop (JR & SR)Coaching for small groups of advanced instrumentalists learning improvisational techniques central to jazz. Includes the opportunity to jam with jazz master Ed Palermo. Open to all instrumentalists.

Rock On! (JR & SR) 2:00 - 3:30 pmPerformance-based instruction open to all vocalists and instrumentalists. Hone your rock skills and develop appropriate stylistic technique while performing with a band! Write songs using Finale or Garage Band notation software and then record a demo – no experience necessary!

Musical Theater Workshop (Ages 9-15) 2:00 - 5:00 pmMusical theater is a fun-filled way to learn multiple disciplines and skills! Students explore improvisation, theater games, classical mime, “selling the song” in vocal performance, and basic theater dance. The workshop concludes with a cabaret-style performance for family and friends.

NEW STUDENT REFERRAL REWARD PROGRAM: Visit us online for details!For more information: Contact Lucy Rosenberg • 914-723-1169 • [email protected]

EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE THROUGH APRIL 15, 2020