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| HSA’s Music Program offers a broad curriculum of instruction in all orchestral instruments, piano, organ, guitar, African/Latin percussion and voice. The philosophy of the program is to prepare the individual to become a proficient performer and reader of Western music, as well as of the musical styles of the African Diaspora. To accomplish this goal, HSA requires all music students over the age of 8 to register for a theory/ear training class during each semester of their enrollment. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
For questions regarding the music program, please contact: |
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Classes are offered as Open Enrollment or through the sequential College Prep curriculum that will help prepare the students for advancement to the study of music at the university level. To find out more about the College Prep Music Program, Click Here. |
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A limited number of Merit Scholarships (ages 8–11) and College Prep Scholarships (ages 12–18) are available to students who demonstrate For information about Financial Assistance, visit the Attending HSA webpages by Clicking Here. The Music Program’s roster of renowned guest artists includes jazz drummer Billy Cobham, band leader/baritone saxophonist James “Jabbo” Ware, Apollo Theater Musical Director Ray Chew, and multi-reed master James Carter.
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Music Curriculum For complete descriptions of classes, |
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| Instrumental or Vocal Study Private and group classes are offered year round. Private lessons in most any instrument are scheduled during the registration period. |
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| Ensemble Classes/Workshops Students may participate in a variety of instrumental and vocal ensembles exploring a variety of musical traditions and styles. |
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| Music Theory/Ear Training HSA firmly believes that the complete musician must understand the basic scientific concepts of the music he/she is studying. Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Theory as well as Composition classes are offered. Student interest and musical skills are enhanced through rotational sessions with computer-based instruction. |
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| Music Technology HSA offers students a thorough exposure to computer-assisted music training. |
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| Adult Courses Courses are designed to provide adults with the opportunity to continue musical studies with noted HSA faculty. Classes are also open to advanced college level and pre-professional students. |
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| Private Instruction Private instruction is recommended for students who wish to become proficient on a chosen instrument. Weekly lessons of 30, 45, or 60 minutes are available. Students are required to have an instrument for regular practice, and some instruments may be rented through HSA. Private lessons are scheduled during registration. Instruction is offered in Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Electric Bass, Guitar, French Horn, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Oboe, Recorder (Soprano and Alto), Flute, Bassoon, Clarinet, Saxophone, Voice, Percussion and Music Theory.
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| The Harlem School of the Arts is funded, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, New York City Council, Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone, New York City Department of Youth and Community Development, The Carnegie Corporation, The After-School Corporation, Altman Foundation, Jean and Louis Dreyfus Foundation, United Jewish Appeal and other corporate, foundation and individual partners. HSA is a member of the National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
