Fall 2008 Classes
MUSIC
We Sing! (Ages 5-7)
Singing together and playing fun musical games, children are introduced to the world of music while increasing their confidence and working on important socialization, listening and literacy skills. Final demonstration for family and friends on Nov. 10. Instructor: TBD. Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 P.M.; Begins September 22. $50 (8 weeks)
Music FUNdamentals (Ages 7 - 9)
Children play games with the musical alphabet, rhythms, tempos and symbols as they learn the building blocks of music theory and enjoy a hands-on introduction to a variety of musical instruments. Final demonstration for family and friends on Nov. 10. Instructor: TBD. Monday, 4:30 - 5:30 P.M.; Begins September 22. $50 (8 weeks)
Suzuki Violin Group Class (Ages 4 and up)
Group Class is a vital extension of the individual lesson. Children with a common repertoire come together weekly to learn to play in ensemble. Instructor: Yuko Nakamura. Thursday, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.; Begins September 25. $50 (8 weeks)
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Broadway School Woodwinds Ensemble (Ages 10 - Adult)
This group meets informally on Saturdays, best time to be determined around participants’ schedules. Director: Bob Kuebler; Assistant: Dennis Campbell. We’ll make music together starting with easy tunes, progress to jazz, classical and popular favorites, and play for community audiences. All woodwinds welcome to join in! Begins September 27. Free to BSMA students; others pay only Registration Fee.
Broadway/Slavic Village YOUTH DRUM CORPS (Ages 10-17)
Students will learn the basics of drum technique, cadences and marching in rhythm, working toward proudly representing our neighborhood in performances around the city! Free to BSMA drum students; others pay only Registration Fee. Instructor: John McCoy. Monday, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M; Begins September 22. Student/Parent Required Orientation Meeting: September 15, 5:30-6:30 P.M.
DANCE
Creative Movement I (Ages 3-4)
Young children will participate in joyful movement activities designed to practice listening, counting and socialization skills while exercising their active imaginations. Instructor: Lisa Hunt. Saturday, 9:30-10:15 A.M.; Begins September 27. Informal family showing during last class on Nov. 15. $50 (8 weeks).
Creative Movement II (Ages 5-6)
Children begin to learn some basic dance movements while gaining strength, flexibility and coordination. Instructor: Lisa Hunt. Saturday, 10:30-11:15 A.M.; Begins September 27. Informal family showing during last class on Nov. 15. $50 (8 weeks)
Creative Movement III (Ages 7-8)
Children learn more technical dance movements while gaining strength, flexibility and coordination. Instructor: Lisa Hunt. Saturday, 11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M.; Begins September 27. Informal family showing during last class on Nov. 15. $50 (8 weeks)
Modern Dance (Ages 9 and up)
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: Lisa Hunt. Saturday, 12:30 - 1:30 P.M.; Begins September 27. Informal family showing during last class on Nov. 15. $50 (8 weeks)
Ballroom Dance (“Detroit Style”/“Urban Ballroom”) (Ages 16 and up)
With the basic cha-cha steps as its foundation, Detroit Ballroom uses R&B, blues and even hip-hop music in place of the traditional Latin sounds. Still, as couples glide across the floor, there are graceful dips and twirls aplenty! Instructor: Sister Yvetta. Tuesdays, 7:00 -8:00 P.M.; Begins September 23. $50 (8 weeks)
Introduction to Swing Dance (The Jitterbug) (Ages 16 and up)
This is the class to get you started! The Jitterbug is a six-count dance that evolved from the Lindy Hop into its own dance during the 40's. Basic footwork, hep moves, and lead-follow skills are taught. This is the style that is perhaps the most well known the world over. Instructor: Valerie Salstrom. Thursday, 7:00 – 8:00 P.M., Begins September 25. $50/ $80 with partner (5 weeks)
Interested in Liturgical and Inspirational Praise Dance??? Almost every Monday night year-round, from 6:30 - 8:00 P.M., the “Reaching the Masses” Out-Reach Dance Ministry offers instruction for children and adults in Broadway School’s 2nd floor Demmy Recital Hall. To learn more, call Minister Trina Roddy at 216-773-0331.
FREE African Dance and Drumming (ages 6-18), Ballet (Ages 6-9) and Musical Theatre (ages 10 and up) classes are available weekdays this fall at our neighbor organization, the Broadway Boys and Girls Club. Please call Desiree Parkman at 883-2106 x 245 for day and time details or to sign up.
SOCIAL ARTS
THE ART OF ETIQUETTE (Ages 9 - 14)
This class is packed with fun, hands-on experiences to teach upcoming young adults basic good manners for social occasions such as talking on the phone, eating, polite conversation, being a host or a guest, and ballroom dancing (students will also learn some basic dance steps). Some simple culinary arts such as food garnishing will be included, and for one class students will dress up for an “afternoon tea”. A final (optional) Saturday lunch at the Olive Garden (Beachwood) for students and parents/guardians will be scheduled (separate fee of $12 per person). Instructor: Sister Yvetta. Thursday, 5:00 - 6:30 P.M.; Begins September 25. $65 (8 weeks)
VISUAL ART
Preschool Art (Ages 3-5)
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: Melissa Nilson. Tuesday, 3:30 – 4:15 P.M.; Begins September 23 (no class Oct. 7). Family art show and celebration on November 4. $50 (6 weeks)
Creative Family (Ages 3-8, with parent/guardian, maximum of 5 in family)
Get the whole family involved in being creative and creating art. We will be working on group and individual projects with a wide variety of materials. Each week you will be sent home with other simple art project ideas you can share together. Instructor: Melissa Nilson. Saturday, 9:00 - 10:00 A.M.; Begins September 27. Family art show and celebration on October 18. $50 (4 weeks)
Global Expressions (Ages 8-12)
Using both the everyday and ceremonial art of China, India, Mexico and Native America as inspiration, students will create their own colorful clay masks and bowls, decorative pillows, and beaded necklaces for personal use or to give as gifts. Instructor: Anna Arnold. Saturday, 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.; Begins September 27. Family art show and celebration on November 15. $50 (8 weeks)
Painting & Drawing: Migrations (Ages 12 and up)
Create an acrylic painting to express what it’s like to move from one house, neighborhood, city or country to another, and reflect your personal and/or family history. Students will explore the work of Jacob Lawrence and other artists who have been inspired by this theme. Learn to stretch a canvas, prime it, mix and apply colors, and develop your ideas from sketches to finished work. Instructor: Hector Castellanos Lara. Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.; Begins September 25. Family art show and celebration on November 20. $50 (8 weeks)
