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Welcome to the Upper Valley Music Center! The Upper Valley Music Center (UVMC) was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non- profit organization in 1995 and now serves 500 students from over 70 Upper Valley communities. The Upper Valley Music Center s mission is to provide and promote the best in music education and ensemble opportunities for children and adults in the Upper Valley and beyond. Now 19 years old, UVMC has grown into a full- service, community music school serving the needs of musicians of all ages and skill levels. Use this program book as an introduction to the UVMC s offerings, but for the most up- to- date information on programs and faculty, visit www.uvmusic.org. New This Year: We are pleased to welcome Annemieke Spoelstra McLane, Benjamin Kulp, and David Chaves to our faculty. We also have new classes in Collaborative Art Song, Music Theory, and workshops and masterclasses featuring UVMC Faculty and guest teaching artists. Participation: UVMC offers lessons, classes, and ensembles available for everyone ages 8 months to over 80, from complete beginners to advanced level players. Program Costs: We strive to keep our tuition rates as low as possible, as a comparison with other area music centers will show. We are able to offer financial aid to families in need (see page 11 for information and advice on applying, or contact info@uvmusic.org). A significant portion of UVMC s general revenue depends on the generosity of the many organizations and individuals who contribute to our Annual Fund. Please consider including a tax- deductible contribution with your registration every donation helps. UVMC Office Information Location and Contact Office hours: 12-5 weekdays. Location: 63 Hanover St., Lebanon, NH Mailing address: PO Box 826, Lebanon, NH 03766 Email address: info@uvmusic.org Website address: www.uvmusic.org Staff Benjamin Van Vliet, Executive Director Betsy Bowse, Registrar Anne Sailer, Bookkeeper Early Childhood Music Program Program Offerings Music Together Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music and movement curriculum for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners and the adults who love them. Music Together classes involve both children and parents or other caregivers in informal singing, chanting, moving, listening and instrument playing activities that are developmentally appropriate for very young children. (10 Weeks) Music Together classes prepared my child with an excellent foundation for starting Suzuki lessons at the age of 4! a current Suzuki parent Instructors: Gary Barton, Brooke Wilkinson, Katie Kitchel and Meg Williams Semesters: Fall (September 15 November 22) Winter (January 5 March 14) Spring (March 30 June 8) Class Times: Please visit www.uvmusic.org/programs_music_together.html Suzuki Program Based on the idea of learning music in the same way children learn their first language, the Suzuki Program at the UVMC offers a joyful, nurturing way to learn an instrument. Suzuki students are both accomplished musicians and fine young citizens following the motto, Beautiful tone, beautiful heart. Participants in the Suzuki Program attend an individual lesson and a group lesson each week and play in group and solo concerts throughout the year. Parents play an active role in attending lessons and in home practice. The program also includes opportunities to participate in workshops with guest master teachers and parent education workshops. Piano accompaniment is provided for group lessons and concerts. The Suzuki Program welcomes students ages three and older in cello, viola, and violin. Suzuki Faculty: Alicia Casey, Violin Madalyne Cross, Violin/Viola Benjamin Kulp, Cello Jennifer Turbes, Violin/Viola Benjamin Van Vliet, Violin/Viola 1 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 2
Program Offerings Program Offerings Individual Instruction Instruments and Voice UVMC offers vocal and instrumental instruction in a variety of styles. Our teachers are among the best in the area and teach all ages, including children, adults, and seniors. A listing of our faculty is on page 14. For brief biographies of these outstanding teachers, visit our website, www.uvmusic.org. If you wish to study an instrument that is not listed in this program, give us a call: chances are we can help you find a teacher. Slow Jam Fiddle Learn tunes and style pointers in this group class for beginning fiddle players or folks who just prefer more relaxed tempos. Tunes will be chosen from Old Time, Irish, and French Canadian traditions. Classes are taught by ear with sheet music provided as a backup. In addition to learning tunes, the class will cover basics of fiddle technique. Participants are encouraged to bring a recording device. (Beginning adult; 16 Weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 6 Instruments: Bass, Cello, Clarinet, Fiddle, Flute, Folk, Guitar, Jazz, Percussion, Piano, Recorder, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Viola, Violin, and Voice. Faculty: Patrick Ross Tuesdays 7:00 8:00 pm Ensembles and Group Classes Chamber Music Experience the exhilaration of ensemble playing combined with the intimacy of a small group where each player is responsible for her own part. Study and perform great works of the masters from Haydn, Beethoven and Schubert to Shostakovich and more. Groups are formed based on experience and interests of the players. Ensembles receive one hour of coaching per week for 12 weeks, with the opportunity to perform on the Studio Recital series and elsewhere. (12 Weeks) Chamber Music Coordinator: Benjamin Kulp Faculty: UVMC Faculty (see page 14) Introduction to Music Theory Coachings scheduled by group Music theory explains the musical language composers use to write music. In this class participants will learn the fundamentals of music theory including form and harmony. Pre- requisite: basic note- reading skills including knowledge of key and time signatures. For students enrolled in individual lessons at UVMC, this course is included in tuition. Monday Night Fiddle Learn tunes and styles from Celtic, French Canadian, Cape Breton, and New England Contra Dance traditions. Classes taught by ear with sheet music provided as a backup. Participants are encouraged to bring a recording device. In addition to learning tunes, the class addresses relevant instrumental technique and theory for harmonization. Prerequisite: Some prior playing experience and comfort with the scales of A, D, and G major. (Intermediate adult; 16 Weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 6 Faculty: Benjamin Van Vliet Mondays 7:00-8:30 pm Fiddle Ornamentation, Harmonization and Set Building (Advanced Adult) "Let Your Fiddle Playing Shine!" Playing repertoire from a variety of traditions, learn how to implement stylistic ornamentations, harmonize melodically and rhythmically, and how to build sets and medleys. Also learn how to allow fiddle playing to become easier by developing technique through efficiency of motion. For players comfortable learning by ear and playing at faster tempos. (Advanced adult; 8 Weeks) Faculty: Patrick Ross Class time to be arranged with instructor Faculty: TBA Class time TBA 3 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 4
Program Offerings Program Offerings Orchestras Baroken Strings (Introduction to Orchestra) A string orchestra for first- time orchestra players. This ensemble teaches students to read music and play as a section, follow the conductor s baton, and play one musical line amidst many. Baroken is an excellent introduction to orchestra playing. Open to children of all ages with at least one year of experience in group or private string instrument lessons; violins, violas, cellos and basses. (16 Weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 6 Conductor: UVMC String Faculty Rehearsals: Wednesdays 5:30 6:15 pm Harmonic Orchestra (Intermediate Youth Orchestra) Offered in partnership with the Green Mountain Youth Symphony. Learn orchestral literature and enjoy performance opportunities with this fun and educational ensemble. Prerequisites: Play comfortably in the keys of C, G, D, A, F & B- flat. Auditions will be held for those needing placement advice. For audition dates contact info@uvmusic.org. (13 Weeks) Conductor: Robert Blais Wednesday 4:15-5:45 pm Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church at 5 Summer St. in Hanover, NH. Green Mountain Youth Symphony at Upper Valley Music Center In partnership with the Green Mountain Youth Symphony, UVMC offers a stimulating, high- quality musical experience and performance opportunities for advanced youth players. This partnership brings the GMYS s Artistic Director, Robert Blais, to lead UVMC s own youth orchestra. (13 Weeks) Audition required; for audition dates, please email info@uvmusic.org. Conductor: Robert Blais Wednesday 6:00-8:30 pm Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church at 5 Summer St. in Hanover, NH. UVMC Chamber Orchestra The UVMC Chamber Orchestra rehearses and performs a variety of symphonic works in two concerts each year. Great for any musician with intermediate/advanced ensemble experience. Haven t had your instrument out in years? No worries, this ensemble is for enthusiastic amateurs of all ages. For placement questions, contact the conductor. Conductor: David Wysocki Wednesday 7:00-9:00 pm Choral and Voice Children s Chorus Singing is a wonderfully natural way for children to experience music. In this class, your child will learn the basics of singing the focus is on singing in tune and developing the voice through unison and simple two- part music. This is an environment of FUN! No auditions necessary! Available for students in grades 1-3. Kindergarten students admitted on a trial basis. (16 Weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 9 Director: Yvette Garnham Accompanist: David Chaves Rehearsals: Thursdays 3:30-4:15 pm Location: TBA Youth Chorus A group that further develops the singing voice and group singing skills. In this chorus, the music becomes more challenging. For treble voices only. Available for students in grades 4-8. (16 Weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 9 Director: Yvette Garnham Accompanist: David Chaves Rehearsals: Thursdays 4:30-6:15 pm Location: TBA Voice Performance Class Music study involves taking lessons, practicing alone, and performing, but students can only practice performing by doing it in front of others! This fun and energetic class allows students to hone their performance skills. In each class session, students will perform all or part of a solo currently in progress. Students must be taking private voice lessons, through UVMC or elsewhere. (6 or 12 Weeks) Minimum Enrollment Per Section: 6 Faculty: Jennifer Carol Hansen Mondays 7 8 pm OR Wednesdays 7 8 pm Collaborative Art Song This 8 week class will be devoted to a single song cycle (for example Die Schone Mullerin, Frauenliebe und Leben, Les Nuits d'ete). We will study in depth the language and the text, working on diction as well as the poetic inspiration for the music. The second half of these classes will be dedicated to the process of putting the words and music together with the pianist. Private vocal study is required of participants. The class will culminate in an informal performance. The song cycle will be chosen after enrollment is determined. (8 weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 4 Faculty: Julie Ness, Annemieke Spoelstra Thursdays 7:30 8:30 pm 5 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 6
Program Offerings Tuition Fees (Choral cont.) Successful Sight Singing This 30- minute semi- private class gives you the basic skills for introductory sight- singing. Great for those singers who would like to be able to better hold their own on a written part or shower singers looking for a little more formal training in written music. The only requirement for registrants is that they must be able to match pitch or carry a tune. Course book included with registration. (16 weeks) Minimum Enrollment: 2 Faculty: Jennifer Carol Hansen Audition Preparation Workshop Class times arranged with instructor Auditioning for Districts, Honors Band, All States or All New Englands? Work with experienced faculty to prepare your pieces, scales and sight reading over a three part series. In these 2 hour master class style workshops, participants will practice performing audition repertoire and learn how to make their performance successful in an audition setting. Faculty are experienced musicians and educators who have taken many auditions as well as adjudicated for them. Classes are available for each instrument family: winds, brass, voice, strings, and percussion. Contact UVMC if you are interested for further details. Dates and times are TBA. Strings- In- Schools Program UVMC provides selected area elementary schools with on- site string instruction in a group setting. All Strings- in- Schools programs are offered in cooperation with local school systems. This program is a great opportunity for children to learn a string instrument, conveniently offered at the school during the school day. Registration information for participating schools will be available at the beginning of the school year. For more information, contact the UVMC office. Faculty: UVMC String Faculty Other concerts, workshops, and activities can be found at www.uvmusic.org. TRADITIONAL LESSONS (all instruments 16 week semester) 30- minute lessons... $550 45- minute lessons... $760 60- minutes lessons... $970 SUZUKI PROGRAM (Violin, Viola, Cello 16 week semester) 30- minute lessons... $650 45- minute lessons... $850 60- minute lessons... $1050 CHORAL Children s Chorus - Thursday 3:30-4:15 pm... $160 Youth Chorus - Thursday 4:30-6:15 pm... $260 Voice Performance Class - Mon 7-8 pm OR Wed 7-8 pm... $80/$160 Collaborative Art Song - Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm... $195 Sight Singing - Class minimum of 2 participants... $250 GROUP CLASSES AND ORCHESTRAS Chamber Music Ensembles... $185 Slow Jam Fiddle - Tuesday 7:00-8:00 pm... $160 Monday Night Fiddle - Monday 7:00-8:30... $200 Baroken Strings - Wednesday 5:30-6:15... $160 Harmonic Ensemble - Wednesday 4:15-5:45 pm... $245 Green Mountain Youth Symphony - Wednesday 6:00-8:30 pm... $330 Chamber Orchestra Wednesday 7:00-9:00 pm See membership form Music Theory (Included for individual lesson students)... $250 Music Together... $170 All students are charged an annual $25 registration fee (maximum $50 per family). Tuition may be paid in full or by electing a two- payment plan and is due in advance of the first lesson or class. If electing the two- payment plan, a credit card number must be held on file at UVMC. Unpaid balances as of 10/27/14 for Fall semester and 3/23/15 for Spring semester will be billed to the credit card on file. 7 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 8
Policies and Procedures Policies and Procedures Tuition and Payment Plans: Tuition may be paid in full or by electing a two- payment plan and is due in advance of the first lesson or class. If electing the two- payment plan, a credit card number must be held on file at UVMC. Unpaid balances as of 10/27/14 for first semester and 3/23/15 for second semester will be billed to the credit card on file. There is a late fee of $30 for payments not received by the 3 rd lesson. Families with multiple members enrolled, or students registering for more than one program, receive a discount of 10% off their total bill. Tuition fees will be pro- rated for new students who enroll after the term has started. Withdrawal/Refunds Notice of withdrawal from individual instruction and all requests for refunds must be made to the Office Manager in writing or via email. Verbal notice or requests from students and parents cannot be accepted. Families who choose to use our payment plan are still obligated to pay the second half if they withdraw after the fifth lesson. Due to the increasing difficulty in filling empty lesson slots as the term progresses, refunds are made on the following basis: Withdrawal Before the first scheduled lesson Before the sixth lesson Credit 100% of tuition payment 50% of tuition payment Full refunds will also be made in situations where class size is not sufficient, and on request in particularly extenuating circumstances. UVMC does not refund the annual registration fee. Absence/Attendance Policies Teachers are not required to wait more than 15 minutes for students late for their lesson. If you cannot attend a lesson, please call UVMC or email your private teacher at least 12 hours before the lesson time. Our teachers only provide make up lessons for Lebanon School District cancellations and for lessons that teacher must cancel. Lessons cancelled by students are not eligible for make- up. You will receive a copy of your teacher s teaching schedule and a list of contact information for each student within your teacher s studio. If you discover that you must miss a lesson, and would like to contact another student to arrange for a switch of lesson times, you are welcome to do so. Please make sure that the student you are switching with has the same lesson length as you, and that you inform your teacher of the switch. If an unplanned and unavoidable circumstance arises mid- semester that requires you to miss a lesson, please speak with your teacher directly about their ideas for make- up options. If a teacher must cancel a lesson, it is the teacher s responsibility to reschedule a make- up lesson at a mutually convenient time for both student and teacher during make- up weeks. UVMC considers music study a year- long activity. We understand that children are active in sports, clubs and other after- school activities. However, we encourage you to keep the same lesson time throughout the year. We will not refund fees if your child cannot continue in the program due to any other conflicts you might have outside the UVMC. Changing Instructors If a student desires to change instructors (including to outside local private teachers), for courtesy s sake, both teachers should be contacted. If you have specific concerns that you are unable to discuss with your teacher, please contact the UVMC Program Director or Executive Director. Lesson Etiquette In order to start on time, please come at least 5 minutes prior to your lesson time. Be sure all young students have clean hands and faces, and have time to use the restroom, if needed. To facilitate the highest quality learning experience for all parents and students, cooperative and appropriate behavior is necessary during lessons, classes and special events (concerts and recitals). Please turn off all electronic devices during these times. If the student has siblings, please check with your teacher before bringing them along. In many lessons, they are welcome to come and observe, providing they are not a disturbance to the learning environment. Emergency Closings For cancellation days, the UVMC follows the Lebanon School District snow day cancellation schedule, regardless of which district your child is in! If there are other reasons the district closes, such as facility issues, lessons will continue as normal. If there are any questions, please call UVMC. You will be informed via email. Lessons cancelled for weather issues will be made up. The UVMC is not liable for accidents. If the Lebanon School District has a 2- hour delay in starting the day, we will cancel lessons that begin before 9am. 9 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 10
Financial Aid The Upper Valley Music Center believes that all residents of the Upper Valley, no matter what their financial situation, should have access to quality music education. Financial aid applications are due before the term begins. To apply for financial aid, please submit a financial aid request in writing, along with the top page of your family s tax return. Families that receive financial aid are expected to support UVMC as volunteers for events, committee membership, or assistance in our fundraising endeavors. More information on this and other expectations for families receiving aid is outlined in the acceptance form that will be sent with financial aid notification. Questions or specific requests about financial aid should be made to the Executive Director at info@uvmusic.org. Financial Aid Application: Tuition assistance is given to a student on the basis of need, availability of funds, and commitment to music. In order to qualify, you must also send a copy of your most recently completed federal tax Form 1040 (first page), or other verification of income. Please submit all complete financial aid applications before the following dates: August 25th for Fall Semester January 19th for the Spring Semester All information is held in strict confidence. You will be notified of your financial aid award, if any before the first day of the semester. The remaining balance must be paid in full or by electing a 2 payment plan before classes begin. Please refer to www.uvmusic.org for further information on our financial aid policy. Recitals, Showcases, Concerts and Workshops Studio Recital Series The UVMC Studio Recital Series presents an opportunity for students of UVMC teachers to perform for a small audience in a recital setting. Individuals and ensembles are welcome. Piano accompaniment is available to all performers as part of tuition. Recitals are scheduled for the following Sunday afternoons: October 5, November 2, February 1, March 1, and May 3. Ask your teacher about performing! Coordinators: Jennifer Carol Hansen and Alicia Casey Showcases UVMC hosts two annual student showcase concerts in May. The Suzuki Showcase features students from our Suzuki Program and the UVMC Showcase features performances by UVMC groups, ensembles, and individual students. The showcases are free and open to the public to attend. Coordinator: Alicia Casey (Suzuki) and Jennifer Carol Hansen (UVMC) Public Concerts UVMC welcomes the public to attend and enjoy concerts given by UVMC ensembles including youth orchestras, choruses and chamber ensembles. UVMC s faculty also performs on behalf of UVMC at House Concerts and a Faculty Showcase throughout the year. Check out www.uvmusic.org for upcoming events and details. Workshops Throughout the academic year UVMC holds workshops and masterclasses given by UVMC Faculty and guest teaching artists on a variety of topics and genres. Upcoming workshops are advertised individually and registrations take place through the UVMC Office. All workshops will be promoted on www.uvmusic.org and via email and print. Other Activities and Events UVMC schedules activities throughout the year including performances at companies, senior citizen centers, churches, public events, and more. If you are interested in creating an event or collaborating with UVMC please contact info@uvmusic.org. 11 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 12
Calendar for 2014-15 Faculty July 1: Fall 2014 registration begins September 1: Closed for Labor Day September 2: Fall lessons, classes & ensembles begin November 25-30: Closed for Thanksgiving December 22- January 4: Closed for Christmas/New Year s January 2: Spring 2015 registration begins January 12-18: Fall Semester Make- up Week January 19: Spring 2015 lessons, classes & ensembles begin February 16-22: Closed for Winter Break April 13-19: Closed for Spring Break May 25: Closed for Memorial Day May 26- June 8: Spring Semester Make- up Week June 9: Summer Term begins Summer Programs 2015 Lessons, Classes, and Ensembles Lessons, classes, and ensembles continue at the Upper Valley Music Center all summer long! Flexibility in scheduling lets you decide when to have lessons. Look for the Summer Course Catalog in early 2015. For full biographies see the Faculty link at www.uvmusic.org. Gary Barton Music Together Robert Blais Conductor, Green Mountain Youth Symphony, Harmonic Orchestra Alicia Casey Suzuki Violin, Violin David Chaves - Piano, Collaborative Piano Betty Clendenning Violin, Viola Tim Cohen Percussion Peter Concilio Jazz Bass Madalyne Cross Suzuki Violin, Suzuki Viola, Violin, Viola Meghan Donahue Davis- Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Recorder Skip Downing Trumpet, Trombone Susan Downing Piano Pierre Fournier Piano Yvette Garnham Children s and Youth Chorus Director Annelise Hansen Piano Jennifer Carol Hansen Voice Katie Kitchel Music Together Benjamin Kulp Suzuki Cello, Cello Hilary Lynch Advanced Flute Annemieke Spoelstra McLane Piano, Collaborative Piano Jeremiah McLane Accordion, Jazz/Folk Piano Julie Ness Voice Patrick Ross- Fiddle, Guitar Jennifer Turbes Suzuki Viola, Suzuki Violin, Viola, Violin Benjamin Van Vliet Suzuki Violin, Violin, Fiddle Judy Wild Violin, Collaborative Piano Brooke Wilkinson Music Together Meg Williams Music Together David Wysocki Conductor, Chamber Orchestra, Classical Bass 13 www.uvmusic.org www.uvmusic.org 14