Begin your musical journey here! 2016-17 registration form JCC THURNAUER School of Music Student s Name This program is made possible, in part, by funds by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Kaplen JCC on the Palisades taub campus 411 E Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ 07670 201.408.1465 jccotp.org/thurnauer
Welcome Thank you for choosing the JCC Thurnauer School of Music. We look forward to your being part of our musical family! Guide to Registration To register for a class and/or performance ensemble (and not private lessons), mark your choice(s) for class and times for: Early Childhood Classes, page 2 Early Childhood Instrumental Group Classes, page 3 Classes and Performance Ensembles, pages 7-8 Music for Adults, page 9 To register for private lessons, choose your program and length of lessons for: Instrumental Programs, page 4 Voice Programs, page 5 Jazz Programs, page 6 Music for Adults, page 9 REGISTRATION CHECKLIST Complete the Registration Form (page 1 and pages 2-9 as applicable) Read and sign the Terms and Conditions (page 10) Complete the Scheduling Form if you register for an Instrumental, Voice or Jazz Program and/or Chamber Music Remit $150 tuition deposit, check payable to the JCC Thurnauer School of Music. (Registration will be considered incomplete if it is not accompanied by the tuition deposit.) Remit Annual Parents Association Fee of $30 for the 2016-17 Music School year (per family; required if registering for Programs or Performance Ensembles) DISCOUNTS (mark all that apply) Register for more than one Early Childhood Class, on page 2, and save $25 Register for more than one Class or Performance Ensemble, on pages 7-8, and save $25 Register more than one child in your family: For each additional child, save $25 off total tuition of a Class or Performance Ensemble (if not part of an Instrumental/ Voice/Jazz Program), and $90 off total tuition of an Instrumental/Voice/Jazz Program. If you are enrolled in an Instrumental, Voice or Jazz Program and refer a family to an Instrumental, Voice or Jazz Program, both you and your friend will receive a $100 tuition discount for one year. In the space provided near the bottom of Registration Form Page 1, write the name of the person who referred you to the music school. to the 2016-17 School Year! 30-week program begins on Sunday, September 25, 2016 (For students enrolling after the school year has begun, tuition will be prorated.) A GUIDE TO MUSIC EDUCATION AT THE JCC THURNAUER SCHOOL OF MUSIC instrument age program options Violin 3+ cello 3+ flute 3+ guitar 4+ Piano 4+ Harp 5+ recorder 5+ ukulele 5+ Viola 5+ clarinet 7+ Bassoon French Horn 8+ Oboe 8+ drum set 8+ Percussion 8+ (drum set, marimba & timpani) Saxophone 8+ double Bass 8+ Trumpet 8+ Low Brass 9+ (Tuba & Trombone) Voice 6+ 8+ depending on size of student Young Artists, page 4 Jazz, page 6 Voice, page 5 Adults may take private instruction in all instruments see Music For Adults, page 9. Please note: Our curriculum is designed as a full-year program (30 weeks) to give each student the best possible music education. Return all forms and payments to: ATTN: Financial Manager JCC Thurnauer School of Music 411 East Clinton Avenue Tenafly, NJ 07670
Return your completed registration form (and scheduling form, if applicable) and $150 tuition deposit to: JCC Thurnauer School of Music, 411 East Clinton Avenue, Tenafly, NJ 07670 Student: Male Female Last Name First Name Date of Birth Grade & Age as of 10/1/2016 Primary Telephone Academic School Returning Student New Student I have a sibling in the Music School Primary Instrument Name of private Teacher (at Thurnauer or elsewhere) Secondary Instrument Name of private Teacher (at Thurnauer or elsewhere) Parent/Guardian #1 Dr. Mr. Mrs. Ms. Last Name First Name Street Address City State Zip Code Name of Employer Position/Job Title Home Phone Work Phone Cell Phone Yes, send me text messages from the school Parent/Guardian #2 Dr. Mr. Mrs. Ms. Last Name First Name Street Address City State Zip Code Name of Employer Position/Job Title Home Phone Work Phone Cell Phone Yes, send me text messages from the school Email address for Music School communications: (please print clearly) Additional email address (optional): Are you a JCC member? Yes No Are you interested in volunteering at the Music School? Yes No How did you hear about us? Word of mouth internet search JCC publication Mailing Newspaper Other (please describe) Referral Discount: I was referred by: For tuition and make-up policies and due dates, see Terms and Conditions on page 10. For school use only: Registration Form, Scheduling Form and Tuition Deposit received by on / / 1
Early Childhood Classes FOR 20 months-6 years It s never too early. Innovative and interactive experiences help young children explore music, develop listening and language skills, and teach children to share, play and imagine! Classes are designed specifically for each developmental stage to prepare your child for instrumental or voice study. Additional sections of these classes can be added if needed. Prices are listed JCC member/public. sign up for one semester (15 weeks) or Register for a full year (30 weeks) and SAVE! For further discounts, see Inside Front Cover of this Registration Form. Musical Explorers for Toddlers 20-36 mos. (with adult) Sing, wiggle, explore and have fun with your favorite songs. Enjoy musical story time and instrumental play and much more with a professional singer and pianist! A great foundation for instrumental readiness, language development and social interaction. 15 Wed Starts 2/8 10:30-11:10 am $355/$390 50METB01W7 Musical Explorers - Levels 2, 3 & 4 A dynamic and fun class in which your child moves and grooves to his or her favorite music! Singing, improvisation, rhythm games and much more provide an excellent foundation for music literacy, ear training and instrumental readiness. $355/$390 per semester, $680/$750 per year Musical Explorers - Level 2 3-4 yrs. 15 Sun Starts 9/25 10:45-11:25 am 50MEL201F6 30 Sun Starts 9/25 10:45-11:25 am 50MEL202F6 15 Thu Starts 10/6 3:45-4:25 pm 50MEL203F6 30 Thu Starts 10/6 3:45-4:25 pm 50MEL204F6 Musical Explorers - LEVEL 3 4-5 yrs. 15 Sun Starts 9/25 10-10:40 am 50MEL301F6 30 Sun Starts 9/25 10-10:40 am 50MEL302F6 15 Thu Starts 10/6 4:30-5:10 pm 50MEL303F6 30 Thu Starts 10/6 4:30-5:10 pm 50MEL304F6 Musical Explorers - LEVEL 4 5-6 yrs. 15 Sun Starts 9/25 11:40 am-12:20 pm 50MEL401F6 30 Sun Starts 9/25 11:40 am-12:20 pm 50MEL402F6 15 Thu Starts 10/6 5:15-5:55 pm 50MEL403F6 30 Thu Starts 10/6 5:15-5:55 pm 50MEL404F6 2
Early Childhood Instrumental Group Classes FOR AGES 4-7 Do you love music and want to learn more? Join an early childhood instrumental group class! Graduates will be prepared to start an instrumental program. Prices are listed JCC member/public. We also provide pick up/drop off from the JCC s Leonard & Syril Rubin Nursery School. Instrument Exploration! 4-6 Yrs. (Age 4 by 10/1/16) Explore the guitar, flute, piano and violin in a small class setting. Students will receive 7-8 weeks of instruction on each instrument and will rotate through all four instruments over the 30-week school year. Instruments are provided, and parents are encouraged but not required to attend classes. (Enrollment limited to 16, with 4 students per instrument rotation) 30 Wed Starts 10/5 4-4:45 pm $1,050/$1,150 50EIEX00F6 Piano Partners 4-5 yrs. Discover the fun of playing the piano and learning simple songs in a small-class setting. Students will acquire basic keyboard and reading skills, preparing them for individual study. For beginning students. Parents are encouraged but not required to attend class. (Class size limited to 4) 15 Sun Starts 2/5 9:50-10:35 am $525/$575 50EPPA01W7 30 Sun Starts 9/25 10:45-11:30 am $1,050/$1,150 50EPPA01F6 30 Thu Starts 10/6 3:45-4:30 pm $1,050/$1,150 50EPPA02F6 new! Young Drummers 4-7 Yrs. (Age 4 by 10/1/16) Students will love this fun drumtastic class! Learn to improvise, keep steady beat, play in a group, and develop rhythmic and dynamic musical ideas. Instruments are provided. Parents are encouraged but not required to attend class. 4-5 yrs. 15 Tue Starts 2/14 3-3:45 pm $525/$575 50YOD03W7 15 Tue Starts 2/14 4-4:45 pm $525/$575 50YOD01W7 6-7 yrs. 15 Tue Starts 2/14 5-5:45 pm pm $525/$575 50YOD02W7 Recorder Karate 5-6 yrs. Hi-yah! Taught by a master recorder teacher who is dressed in the traditional Gi uniform, students learn to play fun tunes including the theme song from Harry Potter and Let it Go from Frozen. The more songs they master, the more karate belts they earn to hang on their recorder. (Recorders are provided) 30 Sun Starts 9/25 10:45-11:30 am $1,050/$1,150 50ERKA00F6 ADD ANY EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASS ON PAGE 2 to a class on this page and SAVE 10%! Instrument Exploration! + Piano Partners + Recorder Karate + (print name of class; if more than one section is offered, specify day and time) Young Drummers + (print name of class; if more than one section is offered, specify day and time) $1,555/$1,710 3
Instrumental Programs FOR AGES 3+ and all levels Tuition is for 30 weeks. Prices are listed JCC member/public. Programs start 9/25. Note: Choice of program and length of lesson depend on age and ability of student and recommendation of teacher or director. Be sure to complete the Scheduling Form to indicate your child s program, instrument, lesson length, program components, and day/time availability for scheduling. Young Artists Programs 50YACP00F6 Available for brass, percussion, piano, strings and winds, and includes opportunities for monthly recitals and celebrations. Note: Suzuki guitar requires eight teacher training workshops for parents. Introductory Private Lessons Try an instrument and have fun exploring whether it is right for you. All styles available: classical, jazz and rock. Choose: one 30-, 45-, 60*-, or 90-min. private lesson per week.*divided into two 30-min. lessons per week for beginner violin, cello and piano. 30-min. lesson $1,620/$1,775 45-min. lesson $2,250/$2,470 60-min. lesson $2,925/$3,210 90-min. lesson $4,270/$4,680 Participation in recitals and concerts at Thurnauer, and accompanist fee. $265/$295 Private lessons Plus 1 Choose: one 30-, 45-, 60*-, or 90-min. private lesson per week *Divided into two 30-min. lessons per week for beginner violin, cello and piano. Add: + 1 class (instrumental group or musicianship) OR 1 performance ensemble (by audition: chorus, orchestras, jazz combo, jazz big band) 30-min. lesson $2,990/$3,300 45-min. lesson $3,550/$3,900 60-min. lesson $4,200/$4,600 90-min. lesson $5,450/$6,000 Private lessons Plus 2 Choose: 30-, 45-, 60*-, 90-, or 120-min. private lesson per week *Divided into two 30-min. lessons per week for beginner violin, cello and piano. Add: + Musical Explorers or musicianship class + Instrumental group class OR performance ensemble (by audition: chorus, orchestras, jazz combo, jazz big band) Add Chamber Music and save 50% see pg. 8. 30-min. lesson $3,450/$3,800 45-min. lesson $3,990/$4,400 60-min. lesson $4,650/$5,100 90-min. lesson $5,900/$6,500 120-min. lesson $7,200/$7,900 Private lessons Plus 3 Choose: one 60-, 90- or 120-min. private lesson per week OR two 30-*, 45- or 60-min. private lessons per week *Required for beginner violin, cello and piano Add: + Musical Explorers or musicianship class + Instrumental group class + Performance ensemble (by audition: chorus, orchestras, jazz combo, jazz big band) Add Chamber Music and save 50% see pg. 8. 60-min. lesson $5,050/$5,550 90-min. lesson $6,300/$6,950 120-min. lesson $7,600/$8,350 Private Lessons Plus 1, Plus 2 and Plus 3: Tuition includes student performance opportunities for soloists and ensembles, student admission to all student concerts and master classes held at Thurnauer, and accompanist fee. Prelude or Concert Choir or Young Men s Chorus: a $75 fee will be added to tuition to offset the costs of chorus uniforms, sheet music & trips. Pre-College Honors program 50YPCH00F6 For advanced students of cello, piano and violin, by audition. Three one-hour individual coachings with guest artists faculty, which includes competition and audition preparation Opportunities for solo recitals Thurnauer School of Music students enrolled in a program, $1,050 performance ensemble or class Non-Thurnauer School of Music students $1,150 Consult with Music School Director for dates and times of individual coachings. Add a secondary instrument 50YACI00F6 For students already enrolled in a program at the Thurnauer School, additional private lessons on a secondary instrument or voice may be taken: 30-min. lesson $1,425/$1,570 45-min. lesson $2,050/$2,260 60-min. lesson $2,700/$2,960 90-min. lesson $4,040/$4,450 4
Voice FOR AGES 6+ All voice programs provide opportunities for monthly performances on and off campus. Tuition is for 30 weeks. Programs start 9/25. Prices are listed JCC member/public. Young Singers Ages 6-9 Grades 1-4 Rhythm, ear training and repertoire. Advanced Rhythm & Song class Young People s Chorus @ Thurnauer Prelude Choir, by audition GRADES 1-4 $1,105/$1,225 50VYSI00F6 Bella Voce Ages 10+ grades 5-12 Vocal exercises, sight-singing and repertoire. Musicianship class Young People s Chorus @ Thurnauer Concert Choir or Young Men s Chorus, by audition GRADES 5-12 $1,285/$1,425 50VVBV00F6 Divas and Divos in the Making ages 10+ grades 5-12 Sing and perform opera, musical theater excerpts and classical songs. Develop confidence and an understanding of the voice and enjoy singing with friends. Divas and Divos in the Making may be taken as an individual voice class without being part of a Voice program 30 Thu Starts 10/6 5-6 pm $680/$750 50VDDM00F6 Young People s Chorus @Thurnauer Join our award-winning chorus! YPC@T is an affiliate of the world-renowned Young People s Chorus of New York City. Sing at weekly rehearsals and numerous performance opportunities throughout the year. Repertoire ranges from classical and contemporary to jazz and pop. Chorus may be taken on its own without being part of a Voice program. Prelude choir: 6-9 yrs. 30 Mon Starts 9/26 3:45-4:45 pm $560/$625 50YPCT01F6 Concert choir: 10+ yrs. For boys with unchanged voices, and for girls 30 Mon Starts 9/26 5-6:45 pm $605/$675 50YPCT02F6 Young Men s Chorus: 11+ yrs. For boys with changing or changed voices 30 Thur Starts 10/6 5-6 pm $560/$625 50YPCT03F6 Bella Voce Honors 50VBVH00F6 Ages 10+ Grades 5-12 Private voice lessons take our voice students to the next level of learning. Be sure to complete the scheduling form to indicate your child s voice program, lesson length, program components, and day/time availability for scheduling. Private Voice Lessons Choose: one 30- or 45-min. private voice lesson per week focuses on vocal technique, diction, body-alignment and style. No matter what type of singing you enjoy, develop your voice naturally and sing your favorite songs. 30-min. lesson $1,885/$2,070 45-min. lesson $2,515/$2,765 Private voice Lesson plus 1 Choose: one 30- or 45-min. voice lesson per week Add: + Musicianship class OR Young People s Chorus @ Thurnauer Concert Choir or Young Men s Chorus (by audition) 30-min. lesson $2,990/$3,300 45-min. lesson $3,550/$3,900 Private voice Lesson plus 2 Choose: one 30- or 45-min. voice lesson per week Add: + Musicianship class + Young People s Chorus @ Thurnauer Concert Choir or Young Men s Chorus (by audition) 30-min. lesson $3,450/$3,800 45-min. lesson $3,990/$4,400 Private voice Lesson plus 3 Choose: one 30-, 45- or 60-min. voice lesson per week Add: + Musicianship class + Divas & Divos in the Making + Young People s Chorus @ Thurnauer Concert Choir or Young Men s Chorus (by audition) 30-min. lesson $3,850/$4,250 45-min. lesson $4,390/$4,850 60-min. lesson $5,000/$5,550 All Private Voice Lessons: Tuition includes student performance opportunities for soloists and ensembles, student admission to all student concerts and master classes held at Thurnauer, and accompanist fee. Prelude, Concert or Young Men s Chorus: a $75 fee will be added to tuition to offset the costs of chorus uniforms, sheet music & trips. 5
Jazz for ages 12+ (Exceptions may be made for advanced students under 12 years of age.) Tuition is for 30 weeks. Prices are listed JCC member/public. Programs start 9/25. Teen Town Jazz at Thurnauer 50IPJL00F6 Explore the many ways you can learn and play jazz! Includes jazz ensembles, theory/analysis and listening/history classes. Available for drums, percussion, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, piano, bass and guitar. We will also consider French horn, baritone horn, strings, tuba and vibraphone. *Tuition includes performance opportunities for both soloists and ensembles, and student admission to all student concerts and master classes held at Thurnauer. Private jazz Lessons One 45- or 60-min. weekly instrumental lesson. Be sure to complete the scheduling form to indicate the length of your child s private jazz lesson, program components, and day/ time availability for scheduling. 45-min. lesson $2,250/$2,470 60-min. lesson $2,925/$3,210 Dizzy s Bebop Express* Teen Town Jazz Combo, by audition for placement Jazz Theory class 30 Sun Starts 9/25 $1,360/$1,500 Duke s Place* Teen Town Jazz Big Band, by audition and with two years instrumental experience Listening & History class Teen Town Jazz Combo Play a variety of jazz standards from various styles including blues, swing, bebop, afro-cuban, modern and fusion in a small group of 4-8 musicians, comprising brass, woodwind and rhythm sections. Students develop ensemble playing and solo improvisation skills while memorizing songs, melodies, harmonies and chord progressions. They also learn how to express themselves and collaborate musically. Minimum 2 years instrumental experience required. Teen Town Jazz Combo may be taken on its own without being part of a Jazz Program. 30 Sun Starts 9/25 2-3:30 pm $990/$1,090 50JTTC00F6 Teen Town Jazz Big Band Play in a standard big band with arrangements from various styles of jazz including blues, swing, bebop, afrocuban, modern and fusion in a 15-20 piece large ensemble comprising brass, woodwind and rhythm sections. Students develop reading and improvisation skills, with opportunities for section playing, blending, interpretation and soloing. Minimum 2 years instrumental experience required. Teen Town Jazz Big Band may be taken on its own without being part of a Jazz Program. 30 Sun Starts 9/25 4:30-6:30 pm $1,090/$1,200 50JTTB00F6 30 Sun Starts 9/25 $1,460/$1,600 Monk s Mood* Teen Town Jazz Combo (by audition for placement) OR Teen Town Jazz Big Band (by audition and with two years instrumental experience) Jazz Theory class Listening & History class 30 Sun Starts 9/25 $2,275/$2,500 The Jazz Masters* Teen Town Jazz Combo, by audition for placement Jazz Theory class Teen Town Jazz Big Band, by audition and with two years instrumental experience Listening & History class 30 Sun Starts 9/25 $2,900/$3,200 Teen Town Jazz meets on Sunday. If needed, combos may be added on Wednesday. Jazz Musicianship Recommended for students of all levels interested in jazz. Jazz Theory and Listening & History may be taken on their own without being part of a Jazz Program. Jazz Theory Learn about jazz theory basics: intervals; triads and seventh chords; 9th, 11th and 13th chords; basic jazz progressions; jazz scale theory; and more. The class includes analysis of basic jazz tunes, such as the blues and rhythm changes, and discussion of jazz phrasing. A listening component to the class ties the material together. 30 Sun Starts 9/25 1:15-2 pm $680/$750 50CJMU01F6 Listening & History Examine jazz from its origins to the present by listening and watching various jazz artists perform on recordings and videos. Students observe, listen to and learn about historical jazz figures, and also listen to the music that they will be performing in the Teen Town Jazz Program. 30 Sun Starts 9/25 3:45-4:30 pm $680/$750 50CJMU02F6 6
Classes for ages 6+ One or more classes may be taken without being part of a program. Tuition is for 30 weeks. Prices are listed JCC member/public. Classes start 9/25. MUSICIANSHIP CLASSES GROUP CLASSES FOR INSTRUMENTS AND VOICE Advanced Rhythm & Song 6-8 yrs. Advanced ear training, reading and movement. 30 Sun Starts 9/25 12:30-1:15 pm $680/$750 50CARS01F6 30 Tue Starts 9/27 5:15-6pm $680/$750 50CARS02F6 30 Wed Starts 10/5 5:15-6pm $680/$750 50CARS03F6 30 Thu Starts 10/6 6:15-7 pm $680/$750 50CARS04F6 Cello, Clarinet, Flute, Guitar, Piano (Keyboard Skills) and Violin A key component of instrumental instruction, including the Suzuki approach. Concurrent private lessons either at the Thurnauer School or elsewhere are required. Consult recommendation or schedule a placement evaluation to determine level, then see Schedule of Classes and Performance Ensembles for days and times. Group Level Day Time $680/$750 50CCFG00F6 Theory and Ear Training musicianship levels 1-10 Hear the sounds of written music before it is played (sight-singing), translate heard sounds into notation (dictation), and connect those experiences to instrumental study. Consult recommendation or schedule a placement evaluation to determine level, then see Schedule of Classes and Performance Ensembles for days and times. 1st Choice: Level Day Time $860/$950 2nd Choice: Level Day Time 50CTET00F6 Cello Clarinet Flute Guitar Piano (Keyboard Skills) Violin new! Double Bass Exploration! 9-12 yrs. Explore the fun of playing the double bass in a small group setting. Designed for beginning students, the class is a lively first experience with this wonderful instrument. Tuition does not include instrumental rental. Contact the Music School Office for rental referrals. 30 Wed Starts 10/5 4-5 pm $680/$750 50VDDM00F6 Jazz Musicianship Recommended for students of all levels interested in jazz. Jazz Theory (see pg. 6 for description) Divas and Divos in the Making ages 10+ grades 5-12 (see pg. 5 for description) 30 Thu Starts 10/6 5-6 pm $680/$750 50VDDM00F6 30 Sun Starts 9/25 1:15-2 pm $680/$750 50CJMU01F6 Listening & History (see pg. 6 for description) 30 Sun Starts 9/25 3:45-4:30 pm $680/$750 50CJMU02F6 Composition, Recording & Production 10+ yrs. Transform your ideas into pounding commercial quality dance floor tracks. All skill levels. Minimum 4 students per class. Private sessions available on request. Required: Students must bring to class a high functioning PC or MAC laptop and a DAW already installed (Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton, Live, Reason, etc.), and a pair of headphones. 30 Tue Starts 9/27 7-8 pm $680/$750 50CEDM00F6 Add Rock and Roll on pg. 8 and save 10%! $1,500/$1,655 7
Performance Ensembles (by audition) One or more ensembles may be taken without being part of a program. Tuition is for 30 weeks. Prices are listed JCC member/public. Ensembles start 9/25. Young People s Chorus @Thurnauer (see pg. 5 for description) Prelude choir: 6-9 yrs.* 30 Mon Starts 9/26 3:45-4:45 pm $560/$625 50YPCT01F6 Concert choir: 10+ yrs.* For boys with unchanged voices, and for girls 30 Mon Starts 9/26 5-6:45 pm $605/$675 50YPCT02F6 Young Men s Chorus: 11+ yrs.* For boys with changing or changed voices 30 Thur Starts 10/6 5-6 pm $560/$625 50YPCT03F6 Flute Choir For advanced flutists who perform standard Flute Choir repertoire. Both solo and group concert opportunities are offered. 30 Mon Starts 9/26 7:30-8:30 pm $635/$700 50CFCH00F6 Chamber Music Working in small groups, students cultivate sophisticated listening skills, individual expressiveness and ensemble cohesion. Chamber Music meets for ONE hour each week. Indicate your preferred rehearsal day AND be sure to write on your Scheduling Form the days and hours you are available to rehearse. (You may indicate more than one choice.) Weekly $1,020/$1,120 50CCMU00F6 Students enrolled in Young Artists Program Private Lessons Plus 2 or Plus 3 receive a 50% discount. Additional sections may be added if needed; indicate your preference: Day Time Teen Town Jazz Combo (see pg. 6 for description) 30 Sun Starts 9/25 2-3:30 pm $990/$1,090 50JTTC00F6 String Camerata A fun preparatory orchestral experience for string players. Students learn how to follow a conductor and develop ensemble skills such as listening and playing together. 30 Mon Starts 9/26 5:30-6:30 pm $635/$700 50CSCA00F6 Teen Town Jazz Big Band (see pg. 6 for description) 30 Sun Starts 9/25 4:30-6:30 pm $1,090/$1,200 50JTTB00F6 Thurnauer Symphony Orchestra Intergenerational Students perform standard symphonic repertoire, popular selections and contemporary works. There is an annual concerto competition and winners are featured in a special program. 30 Wed Starts 10/5 5-6:30 pm $680/$750 50CTSO00F6 Rock And Roll Explore improvisation, note-for-note arrangements of classic songs, music theory and its application, and original composition. Play rock n roll, blues, R&B, funk and more. 30 Tue Starts 9/27 6-7 pm $990/$1,090 50CRAR00F6 Klezmer Band Intergenerational, starting age 12 Learn about and perform klezmer, the rich and spirited folk music born from Yiddish culture of Eastern Europe. Explore its history, stylistic approach, melodic ornamentation and improvisational aspects while building the repertoire. Minimum 3 years instrumental experience recommended plus proficiency with major and minor scales. No prior klezmer or improv experience necessary. 30 Mon Starts 9/26 7:30-9 pm $990/$1,090 50CKBA00F6 *Prelude, Concert or Young Men s Chorus: a $75 fee will be added to tuition to offset the costs of chorus uniforms, sheet music & trips. Add Composition, Recording & Production on pg. 7 & save 10%! $1,500/$1,655 8
Music for Adults Prices are listed JCC member/public. Lessons, classes and ensembles start 9/25. Private Lessons And Classes Private Lessons (Instrumental and Theory & Ear Training) All instruments and voice, and theory & ear training are available. 30-min. lesson $1,425/$1,570 45-min. lesson $2,050/$2,260 60-min. lesson $2,700/$2,960 90-min. lesson $4,040/$4,450 Design Your Own Program 50MPLE00F6 I WILL CONTACT Dorothy Roffman, Director of the Thurnauer School of Music, at 201.408.1460 or droffman@jccotp.org. 50MDYP00F6 PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES, by audition Thurnauer Symphony Orchestra (see pg. 8 for description) 30 Wed Starts 10/5 5-6:30 pm $680/$750 50CTSO00F6 Chamber Music 50MCMU00F6 for Existing Ensembles Students study and perform chamber works with Thurnauer s outstanding faculty. 90-minute workshop includes coached sessions and optional culminating recital. Complete and return the Scheduling Form to let us know the days and times you are available. Additional workshops may be added during the school year. 6 weeks Oct-Nov Days/Times TBD $200/$235 6 weeks Mar-Apr Days/Times TBD $200/$235 12 weeks Oct-Apr Days/Times TBD $375/$445 Music Appreciation Please register for this class through the JCC Adult Department at 201. 569. 7900, xt. 1457. Jazz Adult Ensemble By exploring jazz repertoire and developing ensemble playing and solo improvisation skills, participants learn how to collaborate musically. One to two years experience with an instrument and a placement evaluation are required. 15 Thu Starts 10/6 1-2:30 pm $465/$535 50MJAE01F6 30 Thu Starts 10/6 1-2:30 pm $930/$1,070 50MJAE02F6 Klezmer Band (see pg. 8 for description) 30 Mon Starts 9/26 7:30-9 pm $990/$1,090 50CKBA00F6 SHIRAH Community Chorus One of the largest independent Jewish choruses in the United States performing Jewish repertoire in Hebrew, English, Yiddish and Ladino, in three and four parts. 15 Tue Starts 9/6 7:30-9:30 pm $130/$150 50MSHI01F6 30 Tue Starts 9/6 7:30-9:30 pm $260/$300 50MSHI01F6 9
Terms and Conditions TUITION POLICIES To be eligible to enroll in the JCC Thurnauer School of Music, a family must be current with payments for all JCC programs or services and not have any outstanding balances. Tuition for the school year (30 weeks) or semester (15 weeks) may be paid by cash, check or credit card. For credit card payments, a processing fee of 3% will be added to each payment. Tuition for the school year (30 weeks) may also be paid with a series of up to eight equal electronic payments (September-April) deducted automatically from your bank account or by credit card (forms available in Music School office and online at www.jccotp.org/thurnauer). Any returned payment will incur a $25 fee. Once the semester has begun, a $10 administrative fee will be charged for each change of class or program that has not been recommended by the instructor or school. In order to start a semester, families must either make full payment OR arrange for a payment plan. For students enrolling after the school year has begun, tuition will be prorated. TUITION DUE DATES Tuition must be paid in full by September 1, 2016, OR through a series of up to eight equal monthly electronic payments beginning on September 10 or 25, 2016 and ending on April 10 or 25, 2017, to be deducted automatically from your bank account or by credit card (forms available in Music School office and online at www.jccotp.org/thurnauer). WITHDRAWALS If you need to withdraw from a program, class or ensemble, you must notify the Music School Office in writing no later than the end of the fifth week from the date of your enrollment. If you fail to do so, you will be responsible for paying for the full school year (30 weeks) or semester (15 weeks). Notifying the teacher of the intent to withdraw is not sufficient. REFUNDS AND withdrawal FEES All withdrawals are subject to cancellation fees: $75 per program and $25 per class or ensemble. No refunds will be given after the end of the student s fifth week of school. Students are eligible for a prorated tuition refund based on the date the written notice of withdrawal is received by the Music School, provided it is received no later than the end of the fifth week of the student s enrollment. SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship applications with all necessary documentation must be submitted by June 1, 2016 for returning students and August 1, 2016 for new students. Incomplete applications will not be considered. MAKE-UP POLICIES I. Student cancellations a. If a student needs to cancel a private lesson, the family should notify the teacher directly as soon as possible. Teachers will do their best to make up private lessons cancelled by students, but are not obligated to do so: Make-up lessons are not guaranteed. b. Teachers of private lessons will make up: i. One private lesson per year for lessons missed due to performing in the Sandra O. Gold Founder s Day Concert, and ii. One private lesson missed due to participation in a group performance or rehearsal (e.g. chorus, orchestra) c. Other than the exceptions under b above, if a student chooses to participate in an outside concert or rehearsal which conflicts with a private lesson, he or she will forfeit the lesson, and the lesson will not be made up. d. Students will be permitted to leave any rehearsal to attend a scheduled private lesson and then return to the rehearsal. II. School cancellations a. If a teacher needs to reschedule a lesson for any reason, he or she will do so in consultation with the family to arrange a date and time that is mutually convenient. b. Lessons and classes cancelled by the school due to weather or other events out of our control will be rescheduled. We will do our best to reschedule at the same time and day of the week. PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RELEASE By registering for lessons and/or classes, by participating in JCC Thurnauer School of Music programs, or by attending events, parents and students grant permission for photographs and other images of the student to be used by the Music School for publicity purposes, and to illustrate the Music School s programs. These images will not be distributed, sold or used beyond the Music School s promotional or in-school curriculum and professional development activities. NOTE: Primary address, phone numbers and email addresses will be used for class lists and school communication purposes unless the Music School is notified in writing to the contrary. I have read, understand and agree to abide by the above terms and conditions. Signature Date Relationship to Student SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION PROCESSING 10