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   BMS Calendar 11-12
   February 2012
   Artwork by
   Tamar Landesman 
   Age 9  

Theory, Composition, Technology  All Ages
2007-2008

These classes provide aspiring musicians with essential skills and an opportunity to turn their creative instincts into songs and compositions. Students with a love of computers and music are able to create original music with the aid of fascinating computer programs and MIDI technology.  All offerings support the Theory goals for Honors Program students. Classes are 45 minutes in length.
Contact: Margaret Denton (ext. 243)

Registration & Payment

Musicianship, Theory & Ear Training  All Ages
These classes are offered at all skill levels and cover the essentials of sight singing, ear training, basic composition and basic keyboard. Private lessons also available.
Instructors: Justin Casinghino, Heather Gilligan    When: as arranged with instructor    Cost: $345


Theory Class for Young Students  8-10 years
Computers, fun and games! This versatile class supports private lessons by using interactive computer software and theory games. A fun way for students to learn note and rhythm reading, aural skills, keys, scales and chords.
Instructor: Justin Casinghino    When: Tuesdays, 5:15pm    Cost: $345


Jazz Theory Class  All Ages
Jazz students will expand their knowledge of the jazz idiom. Class will cover form, chords and substitutions, scale patterns, ear training, and jazz history, with a concentration on specific compositions.
Instructor: Justin Casinghino    When: Wednesdays, 6:30pm    Cost: $345


Sound Design & Creation  All Ages
Private Tuition/All Ages
Imagination knows no bounds! Experiment with completely new sounds, orchestrate your own composition, and impress your friends with an audio CD.
Instructor: Justin Casinghino    When: TBA    Cost: Private tuition rates apply


Technology Composition
Private Tuition/All Ages
Computer technology and music notation software will help students in their study of composition, MIDI sequencing and audio recording. Knowledge of basic music theory is recommended.
Instructor: Justin Casinghino    When: TBA    Cost: Private tuition rates apply


Acoustic Composition
Private Tuition/All Ages
Explore music and develop your musical imagination! Shape and build your musical ideas into a formal piece while honing your skills in harmony, form, notation and orchestration. Knowledge of basic music theory is recommended.
Instructor: Justin Casinghino, Heather Gilligan    When: TBA    Cost: Private tuition rates apply