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This class is designed for children who have already begun instrumental lessons. It focuses on building a strong foundation in music theory through movement-based learning.
This single-semester class gives children a head start on the skills they will need to start playing an instrument: developing rhythmical sense; coordination between hands; and reading and writing basic rhythms and melodies on the musical staff.
Learn what makes the percussion section tick! Percussion Exploration is a four-day program designed to introduce young musicians to playing percussion instruments.
Summer Music & Motion: The Elements invites children to explore the power of music through the body, voice, and percussion. Over five mornings, students embody the four classical elements—Earth, Water, Air, and Fire—each day developing a unique musical quality through movement, rhythm, sound, and art.
WCMS offers small group music classes for toddlers, kids, teens, and adults.
Explore rhythm and learn about all the members of the percussion family. From snare drums to xylophones and marimbas, from timpani to congas and bongos, this class introduces kids to the limitless possibilities of percussion in a fun group setting.
WCMS offers flexible summer lesson scheduling to fit your summer plans! Try a new instrument, explore a new style of playing, or continue your lessons from the school year.
This two-week chamber music program provides an in-depth, immersive experience for young musicians that includes multiple chamber ensembles, master classes, music theory/appreciation classes, workshops in special topics, private lessons, arts & crafts, and wellness/recreation. Public performances are held at the conclusion of the program.
Join us for five days of activities designed to bring pianists together in a fun, interactive piano ensemble program. Participants enjoy the social aspects of playing in an ensemble with one another, as well as learning the skills to play in a small group.
For all ages—kids, teens & adults! Summer is the perfect time to try a new instrument, participate in an in-depth program, or take a few lessons on a flexible schedule.
Most students begin Suzuki violin instruction between 4 and 8 years old. Learning to play violin using the Suzuki method provides students with an in-depth learning experience that combines individual lessons and group classes. A unique feature of the Suzuki program is that the parent is actively involved in the learning process, and attends all lessons, group classes, and recitals with the child and supervises the home practice.
Children can begin Suzuki lessons for piano or violin as early as age 4, depending upon faculty recommendation. The Suzuki approach combines a method for teaching music with a philosophy that embraces the total development of the child. By integrating listening, a nurturing environment, and parent participation, young children learn to play music in the same organic way that they learn language.
For kids, teens, and adults. If you have a working knowledge of playing the ukulele, come join one of our Ukulele Ensembles and build your uke skills in a fun group setting.
WCMS has ensembles and bands to fit a wide range of ages, interests, and ability levels.
Performing in a chamber music ensemble is a very rewarding experience. Students expand their overall musicianship, technique, and performance skills. We welcome grade school children (ages 8+), teens, and adults.
Ukulele is a fun and engaging instrument – it’s portable, fairly inexpensive, great for playing popular music, and fun to sing along with.
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