FULL: Jazz Improvisation Workshop with Dan Fox Saturday, March 2, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Workshop This workshop is full. Participants in this workshop will learn about the art of improvisation from trombonist Dan Fox. Dan is the director of the Arlington Jazz Festival and has had a prolific, international performing career in modern and traditional jazz as well as big band. Dan will share techniques to help participants develop their […]
Canceled Suzuki Parent Education Session Friday, March 22, 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 […]
Spring Piano Evaluations Saturday, April 27, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm Spring Piano Evaluations Workshop Evaluation Dates: Saturday, 4/27, 1:00 - 5:30 pm Sunday, 4/28, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm WCMS Piano Evaluations are a springtime performance opportunity for dedicated students of WCMS faculty. They are only open to students of WCMS teachers by recommendation. How do they work? Students prepare a program to perform for a panel of two […]
Spring Piano Evaluations Sunday, April 28, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Spring Piano Evaluations Workshop Evaluation Dates: Saturday, 4/27, 1:00 - 5:30 pm Sunday, 4/28, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm WCMS Piano Evaluations are a springtime performance opportunity for dedicated students of WCMS faculty. They are only open to students of WCMS teachers by recommendation. How do they work? Students prepare a program to perform for a panel of two […]
Intro to Steel Drums Workshop (Adult) Wednesday, October 16, 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 […]
Sight-Reading Superstars: Brass & Woodwind Workshop Saturday, October 19, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Workshop Would you like to improve your sight-reading ability? For students who are preparing for auditions, sight-reading is often the most challenging part of the process. In this 90-minute session, oboe teaching artist Kyoko Hida-Battaglia will work with students on sight-reading technique. We will practice sight-reading rhythm patterns without instruments, then work on reading examples similar […]
All-School Performance Class Friday, October 25, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm All-School Performance Classes Workshop New event for 2024-2025! Our performance classes give WCMS students and adult learners an opportunity to practice what it will be like to perform in a recital. There will be no audience, just the other participants in the class. Each class is hosted by a WCMS faculty member who will offer encouragement and helpful tips. […]
Intro to Steel Drums Workshop (Adult) Wednesday, October 30, 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 […]
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 the audition process including how to prepare, manage nerves, and develop presentation skills. Students will divide into vocal and instrument groups to perform for adjudicators […]