CLASSICAL SCHOOL INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM

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1 CLASSICAL SCHOOL INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM

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3 ABOUT OUR PROGRAM Shout for joy to the God of Jacob! Raise a song; sound the tambourine, the sweet lyre with the harp. Blow the trumpet at the new moon! This year at Tall Oaks, students will have the wonderful opportunity to glorify God through learning a musical instrument! God s Word is full of commands to play musical instruments and to glorify Him in everything we do. For this reason and many others learning to play a musical instrument can be a valuable experience for Christians of all ages and a lifelong tool for ministry. Classes and lessons in piano, strings, brass, wind and percussion will be offered. Students will have the opportunity to hear these various instruments demonstrated at the beginning of the school year and then sign up. If you already know what instrument you would like to learn you can sign up right away.

4 STRINGS TIM CARROLL This fall commences the sixth year of the Tall Oaks string orchestra led by Mr. Carroll. Mr. Carroll is a full-time teacher and performer that has been working in and around the Tri- State area for well over a decade. He received his degrees in music education and violin performance from Temple University. Mr. Carroll ran the string orchestra program at Kingsway Regional High School for four years. In 2010 he resigned to serve the body of Christ by beginning string orchestras at several different Christian schools including Tall Oaks. Learn to play violin/fiddle, viola, cello, or double bass Open to students 2nd-12th grade Learn basic music theory No experience necessary Private lessons are also available Students do not need to pick their instrument until after the instrument demonstration at the beginning of the year Group lessons: $70 a month.

5 PIANO & VOICE AKIKO TURLEY The award winning pianist Mrs. Turley is an active chamber musician, accompanist,and teacher. She has earned B.M. and M.M. degrees from the Peabody Conservatory, and Performers Certificate from Mannes College. Contact Mrs. Turley for pricing information and availability. Scheduling will be arranged with each family. STEPHANIE FERGUSON Stephanie graduated summa cum laude from the University of Delaware with a B.A. in Music and a B.S. in Business Administration. She spent the last 25 years teaching piano and general music, and this is her third year directing the School of Performing Arts at RLCA. Stephanie has also worked at RLCA as the elementary music teacher, Upper School choir accompanist, and After School Choir director. Her private students consistently earn top ratings in DE State Music Teachers Association festivals, and many have decided to pursue music in college and as a career.

6 BRASS LISA DUNHAM Mrs. Dunham received her musical training from the Eastman School of Music and Florida State University. She currently holds positions with the Delaware Symphony Orchestra, OperaDelaware and Kennett Symphony and has been teaching privately for more than ten years. Choose from trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone or tuba Open to 4th through 12th graders Affordable group lesson and private lesson rates! Please Contact Lisa for more information. Scheduling will be arranged with each family.

7 WOODWINDS & PERCUSSION STEPHANIE FERGUSON Anyone interested in pursuing flute can contact Stephanie Ferguson and she can help set you up with one of the fantastic RLCA flute teachers.

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9 REGISTRATION POLICIES STUDENT NAME: GRADE: INSTRUMENT: PRIOR PLAYING EXPERIENCE? IF SO, HOW MANY YEARS? PARENT NAMES: ADDRESS: HOME PHONE: CELL PHONE: WORK PHONE: ADDRESS: PLEASE SIGN BELOW TO STATE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE LESSON POLICIES AT TALL OAKS CLASSICAL SCHOOL: Practice Each student is expected to practice on their own throughout the week; spread out over 5-6 days. Consistent practice is essential to musical progress. This time should be quality, concentrated time in a quiet place where the student is able to focus. Payment Payment is due to the teacher on the first lesson of every month. For amounts please see the above information. Absences & Attendance for Private Lessons Please arrive a few minutes before your lesson. If a student must miss a private lesson due to a family trip, prior engagement, etc. notice must be given to the teacher at least 24 hours before the scheduled lesson. If a student simply does not show for a lesson or notice is not given in sufficient time, that lesson is forfeited and a make-up lesson will not be offered. If a student is sick and unable to attend, notice must be given by 9:00 AM the morning of the lesson. Inclement weather: If school is canceled, lessons will also be canceled and a make-up lesson may be scheduled or payment for the missed lesson will carry over to the following month. If weather is worsening throughout the school day and poses hazardous driving conditions, teacher and parent will decide on whether or not to meet. For all excused absences from lessons and for teacher cancellations, a rescheduled lesson will be planned according to the teacher and student s availability. All make up lessons must be scheduled in the same month of the missed lesson. DATE: If you wish to discontinue private lessons, a twoweek written notice is required and lesson fees must be paid through this two-week period. Students enrolled in the group lessons must pay the tuition for the remainder of the school year. CLASSICAL SCHOOL Group lessons are a year long commitment.

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