2011 - 2012 Group Classes
Fall Session: September 26 – November 19, 2011
Up Next: Winter Session: January 30 – March 24, 2012
(8 weeks)
Spring Session: April 16 – June 16, 2012 (8 weeks)
Summer: June 18 – July 26, 2012 (6 weeks)
(Note: actual classes and schedule may differ from those below)
Please check back for additional classes -
to be added as confirmed!
MUSIC
Dalcroze Eurhythmics: Music Through Movement (Ages 3-5)
Children learn to express the basics of music through body movement, singing and playing small hand instruments, and participating in imaginative activities with piano accompaniment. Instructor: Agnieszka Kotlarsic. Tuesdays 3:30 – 4:15 P.M. $50 (8 weeks)
Music FUNdamentals (Ages 7 - 11)
Children play games with the musical alphabet, rhythms, tempos and symbols as they learn the building blocks of music theory. Students will be introduced to recorder (a great first step for students interested in woodwind instruments!) and keyboard. Instructor: Bob Kuebler.
Saturdays, 11:45 A.M. – 12:45 P.M.; $50 (8 weeks)
Suzuki violin group class (Ages 4 and up)
Suzuki Group Class is a vital extension of the individual lesson. Children with a common repertoire learn to play in ensemble; parents are encouraged to observe. Instructor: Eugeniu Ceremus; Schedule TBD – 4 classes Fall, 4 classes Spring, 45 minutes. Free to BSMA violin students; others $10 per class.
Recreational Piano Fun (Adults of all ages)
Learn to play the piano in a relaxed group atmosphere while having fun making music. Beginning level class. Must have a keyboard or piano at home. Class size is limited to six. Instructor: Bob Kuebler. Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. $50 (8 weeks)
Broadway School Woodwinds MEETUP (Ages 10 - Adult)
This group meets informally to make music together, starting with easy tunes and progressing to jazz, classical and popular favorites. We may play for community audiences. All woodwinds welcome to join in! Host: Bob Kuebler. Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Free to BSMA instrumental students; $50 others (8 weeks), or $10 per session on a drop-in basis.
Broadway/Slavic Village YOUTH DRUM CORPS (Ages 10-17)
Students will learn the basics of drum technique, cadences and marching in rhythm, working toward representing our neighborhood in performances around the city! Instructor: John McCoy. Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M; Ongoing. Free to all!
DANCE
Creative DANCE I (Ages 3-6)
Young children will participate in joyful movement activities designed to practice listening, counting and socialization skills while exercising their active imaginations. Instructor: Trina Roddy. Saturdays, 9:30-9:45 A.M. $50 (8 weeks)
Creative Dance II (Ages 7-11)
Children learn basic plus more technical dance movements while gaining strength, flexibility and coordination. Instructor: Trina Roddy. Saturdays, 9:45-10:45 A.M. $50 (8 weeks)
Ballroom Dance ("Urban" or "Detroit" Style)
(Ages 16 - Adult)
With the basic cha-cha steps as its foundation, Detoirt Ballroom uses
R & B, blues and even hip hop music in place of the traditional Latin sounds. Instructor: Sister Yvetta. Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; $50/$80 per couple! (8 weeks) or $10/person & $16/couple per drop in class. (This class needs a minimum advance registration of 10 people.)
Modern Dance (Ages 12 - Adult)
This class will introduce students to the basic concepts and skills of modern dance. Students will expand on basic dance vocabulary by exploring various dance forms, techniques and approaches to learning this "all-encompassing" style of dance. Instructor: Trina Roddy. Mondays, 5:00 - 6:30 P.M. includes warmup. $75
Praise Dance (Ages 12 - Adult)
This class is built on the belief that dance can be a heartfelt expression of faith and prayer connecting body, mind and spirit. Students will draw upon a range of dance styles, including modern, jazz, and interpretive. Bring what you learn back to your church, or bring members of your church group to the dance class! Instructor: Trina Roddy. Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. $50
VISUAL ART
Art for Young Children (Ages 3-6)
This is a process-oriented class that is a great way to introduce your preschooler to the world of art. We will be painting, sculpting, squishing, scribbling and printing with a variety of materials. Each class with begin with a storybook to introduce the lesson. Instructor: TBD. Saturdays, 9:45 – 10:30 A.M. $50 (8 weeks)
My Environment Through Art (Ages 7-12)
Students in this class will observe the community or space they live in. Painting, drawing, sculpture, collage or other art forms will be used in creative projects reflecting the student’s environment. Instructor: Meri Ruble. Saturdays, 10:45 - 11:45 A.M. $50 (8 weeks)
Rewind with Recycled Art (Ages 7 - 12)
Old items become fresh again in this fun class, instead of just tossing them into the recycling bin or trash can. Using new and repurposed materials, students will create a magazine mosaic, a painted tote bag, and more. Instructor: Meri Ruble. Mondays, 6:00 - 7:30 P.M. $75 (8 weeks)
Express Yourself! Acrylic Painting for Teens (Ages 12- 17)
Use your unique ideas, and the influence of famous artists, to create
one-of-a-kind
acrylic paintings.Learn to prepare a canvas, mix and apply colors, and expand
your
ideas from sketches to finished paintings. We’ll also explore the work of
artists
both past and present.
Instructor: Meri Ruble. Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. $75 (8 weeks)
Painting Through the Years: Acrylic Painting for Adults
(Ages 18 and up)
Painting Through the Years: Acrylic Painting for Adults (Ages 18 and up)
Students of all experience levels will learn to prepare a canvas, mix and apply
colors,
and develop ideas from sketches to finished work. Painting techniques of artists
from
Picasso (Cubism) to Basquiat (Street Art) will influence class topics.
Instructor: Meri Ruble.Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:30 P.M $75 (8 weeks)
SATURDAY ARTS EXPLORERS
Want your child to participate in the arts, but not sure where to start? Our new program, Saturday Arts Explorers, may be just right! On Saturday morning, children ages 7-11 can rotate through two or three different classes designed to stimulate their minds and awaken their bodies and creativity. Children ages 3-6 can rotate through two different classes. (See specific class descriptions and instructors above.)
Ages 3 - 6 |
Ages 7 - 11 |
9:00 – 9:45 A.M. Creative Dance I |
9:45 – 10:45 A.M. Creative Dance II |
9:45 – 10:30 A.M. Art for Young Children |
10:45 – 11:45 A.M. My Environment Through Art |
11:45 A.M. – 12:45 P.M. Music FUNdamentals |
8 weeks on Saturdays; see individual group class descriptions above.
All 3 classes:$132 (payable in three monthly payments of $44);
2 classes: $88 (payable in two monthly payments of $44)
Complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate for Saturday
students and families!!!
