Suzuki Parent Education Session Friday, November 1, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suzuki Parent Education Session Workshop For currently enrolled Suzuki Piano and Violin families! Join WCMS Suzuki faculty members for a 1-hour session to review, refresh, and reinforce some of the main concepts we learned during your orientation about the Suzuki method. This session will also be a great opportunity to share and discuss tips, tools, and helpful techniques to support your […]
Intro to Steel Drums Workshop (Adult) Wednesday, November 13, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Intro to Steel Drum Workshops Workshop Are you interested in trying Steel Drums (also known as Steel Pans)? Join WCMS’s Laurie Russell and Sara McCabe for a fun and relaxed workshop at the Winchester Recreation Department. You'll learn about the history of these incredible instruments from Trinidad and Tobago, receive instruction on how to play, and learn a new song together […]
Dalcroze Lab for Adult Learners Sunday, November 17, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Workshop Whether you are an experienced Dalcroze clinician or a music educator interested in learning about the Dalcroze approach, we invite you to bring your ideas and try out activities guided by an expert Dalcroze clinician. Participants should bring a teaching activity to share with the group, if possible. Workshop fee: $10. You can also join […]
Jr. District Mock Audition Workshop Friday, January 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Workshop Registration Deadline: January 13, 2025 This workshop is for students in grades 6-9 trying out for the MMEA Junior District Festival. The workshop will provide a wealth of information about […]
Workshop: The Secret of Sight-Reading Sunday, January 26, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Workshop Week 2025 Workshop For pianists of all ages (intermediate & up). If you feel daunted by reading the notes on a page of music, this workshop will share a few secrets to help you improve your sight-reading skills. Instructor: Rieko Tanaka Free for WCMS students / $15 for general public Register Online
Workshop: Take Your Playing to the Next Level (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, January 28, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Workshop Week 2025 Workshop For all instrumentalists. Two sections: Tuesday, January 28, 4:00–5:00 PM (grades 3-5) Tuesday, January 28, 7:00–8:00 PM (ages 11+) Come explore the use of dynamics, articulation, and voicing to help reach new levels of artistry in your performance. Instructor: Peter Morelli
Workshop: Take Your Playing to the Next Level (Ages 11+) Tuesday, January 28, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Workshop Week 2025 Workshop For all instrumentalists. Two sections: Tuesday, January 28, 4:00–5:00 PM (grades 3-5) Tuesday, January 28, 7:00–8:00 PM (ages 11+) Come explore the use of dynamics, articulation, and voicing to help reach new levels of artistry in your performance. Instructor: Peter Morelli
Workshop: Understanding Piano Mechanics Wednesday, January 29, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop Week 2025 Workshop For adult pianists. Guest presenter Patrick Elisha will guide adult learners and selected performers through the secrets of piano making, and how understanding piano mechanics can improve your playing. Host: Dr. Miriam Conti Vanoni Free for WCMS students / $15 for general public Register Online
Workshop: Rhythm Without Borders Thursday, January 30, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop Week 2025 Workshop For all adult musicians. Come explore different rhythm patterns and their interconnections in music, culture, and tradition. The workshop will have a play-along component using the rhythm comprehension and newly-learned skills of the participants. Instructor: Sylvie Zakarian Free for WCMS students / $15 for general public Register Online
Guitar Clinic with Hayes Griffin Saturday, March 22, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Workshop Right Hand Mechanics: Guitar Clinic with Hayes Griffin This 90-minute workshop is for any guitarist who wants to gain better control and fluency in flat-pick playing. Guest clinician Hayes Griffin will help participants to: • Better control your picking hand • Gain control when playing awkward string skips • Gain fluidity at a variety of […]
Spring Piano Evaluations Saturday, April 5, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spring Piano Evaluations 2025 Workshop Evaluation Dates: Saturday, April 5, 1:00 - 6:00 PM Sunday, April 6, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM WCMS Piano Evaluations are a springtime performance opportunity for dedicated students of WCMS faculty. They are designed to encourage growth and artistic expression for students of all ages. Evaluations are open to students of WCMS teachers, and your […]