Musical Explorations
These beginner courses introduce young students to the basic musical concepts of pitch, rhythm and musical notation. These are ideal preparatory courses for children wishing to progress to an instrument or voice classes. The primary instrument is the recorder.

Tuition: $115 for 14 weeks / $230 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: A Recorder is required. May be purchased from HSA for $10.

• Musical Explorations IA
Ages 4–5: Saturday 10:00am–11:00am

• Musical Explorations IB
Ages 4–5: Saturday 12:00pm–1:00pm

• Musical Explorations II
Ages 6–8: Saturday 11:00am–12:00pm

• Musical Explorations III: Recorder Ensemble
This class emphasizes basic skills in music reading, breath control, extending note range, rudimentary scales and arpeggios.

Tuition: $115 for 14 weeks / $280 for 28 weeks
Ages 7+: Saturday 1:00pm–2:00pm
Materials Fee: A Recorder is required. May be purchased from HSA for $10.

Suzuki Instruction
Suzuki instruction is available for young students. The Suzuki method is based on physical/aural imitation of the teacher by parent and student. The concept of “playing” rather than “practicing” is emphasized so that the student develops a sense of enjoyment of the instrument. Reading music is not taught in the beginning year. This method requires the presence of a parent at all lessons. Children may be accepted into the training program at age four. Students are matched to teachers through audition and/or interviews with the program director and appropriate faculty at registration.

Students enrolled in Suzuki classes must also register for private lessons. Students 8 and older must also take Music Theory. When scheduling, please avoid conflicts between theory classes and Suzuki classes.

• Suzuki Violin Ensemble: Beginners
Tuition: $115 for 14 weeks / $230 for 28 weeks
Time: Saturday, 10:30am–11:00am
Materials Fee: $10 book, $2 rosin, $3 replacement strings.
Instrumental rental is available.

• Suzuki Violin Ensemble: Book 1A
Tuition: $190 for 14 weeks / $380 for 28 weeks
Time: Saturday, 11:00am–12:00pm
Materials Fee: $10 book, $2 rosin, $3 replacement strings.
Instrumental rental is available.

• Suzuki Violin Ensemble: Book 1B
Tuition: $190 for 14 weeks / $380 for 28 weeks
Time: Saturday, 9:30am–10:30am
Materials Fee: $10 book, $2 rosin, $3 replacement strings.
Instrumental rental is available.

• Suzuki Flute
The instructor, certified by the Suzuki School of America, will accept students who have had some previous training in recorder, voice or piano. This class is highly recommended for small children who are unable to hold the “C” flute. Students will use the curved head-joint to help with hand position and posture.

Tuition: $200 for 14 weeks / $400 for 28 weeks
Time: Saturday, 1:00pm–2:00pm
Materials Fee: $10 book, $3 manuscript. Instrumental rental is available.

• Suzuki Cello: Beginners
Tuition: $200 for 14 weeks / $400 for 28 weeks
Time: Saturday, 9:00am–10:00am
Materials Fee: $10 book, $3 manuscript. Instrumental rental is available.

Guitar
Group lessons and private lessons are available for a comprehensive study of the guitar. Group classes include instruction in the techniques of classic, flamenco, folk and jazz guitar styles and explore a variety of traditional, folk and contemporary music literature. Private students may elect to participate in Advanced Guitar Class and Workshop.

• Group Guitar Class
Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks
Ages: 6–8 and 9–12
Materials Fee: $6 manuscript book, additional text available,
instrument purchase for advanced students.
Class Times:
Ages 6–8, Saturday 9:00am–10:00am
Ages 9–12, Saturday 10:00am–11:00am

• Advanced Guitar Class and Workshop
Students are exposed to the masterworks of guitar literature. Contemporary ensemble music in jazz and pop styles is also studied. Students in this class are members of the HSA Guitar Ensemble. Placement is determined by ability.

Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $6 manuscript book,
instrument purchase for advanced students.
Class Time: Saturday 11:00am–12:00pm

Cello

• Beginning Cello Class
Students learn the traditional fundamental techniques of cello playing and basic music theory through games and workbooks designed by the instructor. This class can also be taken as a precursor to private cello lessons or in conjunction with private cello lessons.

Tuition: $200 for 14 weeks / $400 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $3 manuscript book, instrument rental available.
Class Time: Saturday 10:00am–11:00am

Keyboard

• Kinder Keyboard
This course encourages groups of young students to discover music in a fun-filled atmosphere. Students must have a piano or keyboard at home. Classes are grouped by age.

Tuition: $345 for 14 weeks / $690 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $6 textbook, $3 manuscript book.

Class Times:
Ages 4 - 6: Saturday 12:00pm–12:30pm or Saturday 12:30pm–1:00pm

Ages 6 - 8: Thursday 5:00pm–6:00pm, Saturday 10:00am–11:00am
or Saturday 11:00am–12:00pm

Ages 8-11: Saturday 1:00pm–2:00pm

Ages 9 - 12: Wednesday 6:00pm–7:00pm

• Teen Keyboard
Classical and jazz techniques with repertoire from each style are taught in this piano laboratory. For beginning teens.

Tuition: $345 for 14 weeks / $690 for 28 weeks
Ages 12+: Saturday 2:00pm–3:00pm
Materials Fee: $6 manuscript book

• Jazz Keyboard
This course is for students who are interested in learning keyboard techniques and jazz theory. Enrollment in Theory II, III or IV is required.

Tuition: $345 for 14 weeks / $690 for 28 weeks
Ages 12+: Saturday 3:00pm–4:00pm
Materials fee: $6 manuscript book

• Keyboard for Singers & Accompanists
This course is designed for voice students interested in learning to use the piano as their fixed instrument. Accompaniment skills are also taught.

Tuition: $345 for 14 weeks / $690 for 28 weeks
Ages 12+: Wednesday 5:00pm–6:00pm

Percussion
An in-depth study of percussion begins with private lessons in basic snare drum technique with sticks, progressing to studies on the drum set, mallets (marimba/xylophone) and timpani. The Music Program also offers instruction in African and Latin percussion on hand drums.

African and Latin Percussion
The concentrated areas of study are percussion hand patterns and rhythmic structures from West Africa, Cuba and the Caribbean islands.

Tuition: $200 for 14 weeks / $400 for 28 weeks

• African and Latin Percussion Level I
Ages 4–6: Saturday 1:00pm–2:00pm

• African and Latin Percussion Level II
Ages 7–11: Saturday 2:00pm–3:00pm

• African and Latin Percussion Level II
Ages 6–8: Friday 5:00pm–6:00pm

• African and Latin Percussion Level III
Ages 12+: Saturday 3:00pm–4:00pm

• African and Latin Percussion Advanced
(Successful completion of Levels I, II and III required)
Saturday 4:00pm–5:00pm

Vocal Study
The voice program offers intensive vocal training for the young singer, adults and the professional to develop musicianship and performance skills. Studies in Western European and African-American traditions are offered.

• Private Instruction - Voice (Age 13+)

Chorus
The early choral music education repertoire reflects three areas of study: 1) singing in foreign languages and in genres including gospel and Negro spirituals, 2) singing in rounds, preparing students to sing in parts (SATB) and 3) learning solfeggio and preparing students for musical literacy. Songs are selected from traditional vocal repertoire, personal resources of the instructor and original songs written by the instructor.

• Primary Chorus
Classes study folk and art traditions from European and African-American sources. Skills taught include sightreading, Kodaly hand signs and diction.

Tuition: $160 for 14 weeks / $320 for 28 weeks
Ages 6–8: Saturday 10:00am–11:00am
Materials Fee: $3 manuscript book

• Intermediate Chorus
A continuation of the study of the fundamentals of singing taught in Primary Chorus. Part-singing and performance skills are emphasized.

Tuition: $160 for 14 weeks / $320 for 28 weeks
Ages 9–11: Saturday 11:00–12:00pm
Materials Fee: $6 manuscript book

• Beginning Teen Chorus
The Teen Chorus introduces choral singing to the teenager with little or no prior experience. The class provides a foundation in vocal technique and ensemble performance. Successful participation in this ensemble will prepare students to audition for the College Prep vocal program.

Tuition: $160 for 14 weeks / $320 for 28 weeks
Ages 12+: Saturday 12:00pm–1:00pm
Materials Fee: $6/manuscript book

• Betty Allen Master Voice Class
This class is geared toward the college-level singer who is preparing for a professional career. The class focuses on interpretation of art song, oratorio, opera and folk materials; development of recital programs; diction, movement and relaxation and performance and audition skills. Each student will receive additional coaching from HSA faculty. Registration is by audition only.

Tuition: $1,370 for 14 weeks
Class Time: Saturday 1:00pm–4:00pm

Ensembles
Group playing and singing refines individual skills, encourages cooperation and offers the joy of creating music with others. The ensemble program is an integral part of the HSA curriculum. All intermediate and advanced students are encouraged to participate in at least one of HSA’s Music Ensembles.

• The Dorothy Maynor Singers
For intermediate and advanced vocal students, the repertoire for this group explores a wide range of choral music including European Classical, Gospel, Spirituals, Folk and Contemporary. Rehearsal for special events, touring and
attending outside performances are required. Registration is by audition only.

Tuition: $175 for 14 weeks / $350 for 28 weeks
Ages 12+: Tuesday and Thursday 4:30pm–6:30pm

• HSA Jazz/Latin Ambassadors
Also called the HSA Senior Jazz Ensemble, this class provides professional training in performance and improvisation techniques. Rehearsal for special events, touring and attending outside performances are required. Registration is by audition only.

Tuition: $175 for 14 weeks / $350 for 28 weeks
Class Time: Tuesday and Wednesday 4:30pm–6:30pm

• HSA Junior Jazz Ensemble
This class provides the intermediate student with the introductory skills necessary to perform traditional jazz compositions, further developing the student’s capacity to listen to chord changes and understand the art of
improvisation. The ensemble is open to all guitar, piano, woodwind, brass and percussion players. Registration is by audition only.

Tuition: $175 for 14 weeks / $350 for 28 weeks
Class Time: Saturday 4:00pm–6:00pm

• HSA Symphony Orchestra
This class provides intermediate and advanced students with an introduction to playing in a string ensemble. Students utilize music theory, musicianship, rhythm and sight-reading skills while learning to interact with fellow musicians and follow a conductor. Registration is by audition or recommendation only.

Tuition: $175 for 14 weeks / $350 for 28 weeks
Class Time: Monday and Saturday 4:30pm–6:30pm

• HSA Flute Choir
This class introduces intermediate and advanced flute students to the experience of playing in a flute ensemble. Students utilize sight-reading skills and musicianship to learn how to interact with fellow musicians in a chamber music ensemble. Additionally, students will gain the experience of playing the bass flute, alto flute and piccolo. Rehearsal for special events, touring and attending outside performances are required. Registration is by audition or recommendation only.

Tuition: $175 for 14 weeks / $350 for 28 weeks
Class Time: Saturday 2:00pm–4:00pm

• Saxophone/Clarinet Ensemble
This class introduces intermediate and advanced students of the saxophone and clarinet to the experience of playing in an ensemble. Students utilize sight-reading skills and musicianship to learn how to interact with fellow musicians in a chamber music ensemble. Rehearsal for special events, touring and attending outside performances are required. Students will gain the experience of playing the baritone, bass and soprano saxophones. Registration is by audition or recommendation only.

Tuition: $175 for 14 weeks / $350 for 28 weeks
Class Time: Saturday 3:00pm–5:00pm

Music Theory
Each student age 8 or older taking private lessons, on scholarship or in an ensemble, must register for a Music Theory class. Class level will be determined by a placement exam given before the beginning of each semester. Classes are graded and promotions will be based on exam scores.
Aural skills, an integral part of the theory training process, will be taught using software designed to improve aural awareness. Note: Students must pass an exam before progressing to the next level, and must take theory during each semester.

• Music Theory I
This course includes discussions, analysis and detailed study of the most basic musical concepts and materials including musical notes and values, simple time signatures, rests, treble and bass clefs, accidentals, 12 major keys and scales as well as intervals: major and minor seconds, thirds, perfect fourths and fifths.

Tuition: $100 for 14 weeks / $200 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $6/manuscript book.
Class Times:
Ages 8–11: Monday 4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults Only Monday 6:30pm–7:30pm
Ages 8–11: Tuesday 5:00pm–6:00pm
Ages 12 +: Wednesday 6:00pm–7:00pm
Ages 8–11: Thursday 5:00pm–6:00pm
Ages 12 +: Friday 5:30pm–6:30pm
Ages 8–11: Saturday 9:00am–10:00am
Ages 8–11: Saturday 10:00am–11:00am
Ages 12 +: Saturday 11:00am–12:00pm
Ages 8–11: Saturday 1:00pm–2:00pm
Ages 12 +: Saturday 2:00pm–3:00pm

• Music Theory II
Focuses on the integration of complex musical structures and ideas towards musical invention. Topics include note value extensions, compound time signatures, accents and slurs, minor scales (natural, harmonic, melodic), all major, minor, diminished, augmented intervals, major and minor chords and their inversions.

Tuition: $100 for 14 weeks / $200 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $6/manuscript book.
Class Times:
Monday 5:30pm–6:30pm
Tuesday 6:00pm–7:00pm
Thursday 5:00pm–6:00pm
Friday 4:30pm–5:30pm
Saturday 12:00pm–1:00pm
Saturday 1:00pm–2:00pm

• Music Theory III
This course covers the application of musical concepts, materials and structures towards complex musical analysis including triplets and other “bracketed” note value extensions, compound time signatures, musical uses of silence: breath, pauses, suspensions, spaces, large musical score systems, dynamic, tempo, musical markings, the diatonic modes and the “blues” scale, dominant, major, minor, half and fully diminished seventh chords and their inversions, cadences and chord progressions. Placement will be determined by ability, test results and completion of Music Theory II.

Tuition: $100 for 14 weeks / $200 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $6/manuscript book.
Class Times: Wednesday 5:00pm–6:00pm
Saturday 12:00pm–1:00pm

• Music Theory IV
Important tools, ideas and innovations of twentieth and twenty-first century music including (but not limited to) the chromatic scale, five-note, six-note, and other “exotic” scalar formations, secundal, quartal, quintal, and mixed interval chords, atonal music, II - V - I progressions, advanced musical forms and free improvisation. Placement determined by ability, test results and successful completion of Music Theory III.

Tuition: $100 for 14 weeks / $200 for 28 weeks
Materials Fee: $6/manuscript book.
Class Time: Saturday 1:00pm–2:00pm

• Composer's Workshop/Music Technology
The Composer’s Workshop will focus on basic elements and aspects of electronic music, computers and music and the digital-audio environment. Special emphasis will be placed on the performance aspect of the technology, most notably in creation, performance abilities and fluency using the Finale, Pro Tools and Pro Logic Audio software programs. Studies include electronic music and media, MIDI, digital audio techniques and basic recording techniques. Students registering for this class must complete Theory III and/or be enrolled in Theory IV. Permission from instructor required before registering.

Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks
Class Time: Saturday 5:00pm–7:00pm

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