ENSEMBLE PROGRAMS
After your initial period of music
study, you may be thinking about exploring other programs involving your
music instrument. In addition to private music lessons, the Fox River
Academy has several opportunities for students to help enhance other areas
of music performance. One may sign up for our Duet/Chamber Ensemble Class,
which pairs students together to explore and learn duet and chamber
repertoire. We also have a Community Chorus (open to individuals ages 10
and up) that meets weekly to work on various vocal works. Both of these
activities do not require private lesson enrollment at the Fox River
Academy.
Students have several opportunities for recital performance at the Academy. Throughout the year our students regularly perform in many community events and festivals. Several of our instructors also arrange for other instrument-specific recitals periodically over the course of the year, and may include opportunities for other types of performances (such as accompanists or chamber players). Once a year, we have a full academy Winter Recital (usually near the end of January) for all students. Over several weekends, students may sign out a recital time that is convenient for their schedule. Sometimes teachers designate a specific date and time for their students to participate. The Academy arranges for an outside location (to accommodate the large amount of students, their friends and family) for these performances.
ENSEMBLE CLASSES for WINTER QUARTER:
Fox River community chorus:
The Fox River Academy is pleased to announce openings for our new
Community Chorus! Be a part of a fun, energetic, and engaging choir that
performs works from traditional folk music to standards and favorite pop
selections.
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Enrollment
open for ages 10 through adult
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All levels from beginner to advanced welcome— no experience necessary
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Participation in performance events throughout the community
Thursdays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Ten to eleven sessions per quarter
Tuition: $110 (an additional $8 fee for music purchases may apply)
Instructor: Kirsten Fyr
Duet/chamber ensemble class:
Looking for an opportunity to play with other
musicians? We welcome any instruments and voice type, any levels and
ages, including adults. No prior ensemble experience is necessary; any
instrument is welcome. We will assist you with rehearsal techniques,
performance techniques, and how to be a better musician. Students will be
divided into duet/chamber groups for coaching and assisted practice
sessions.
Each session is eight weeks in length.
Saturdays 11:00am-12:00pm
Tuition: $60 (Includes class materials)
Instructors: Dr. Shiho Saito, Ron Stark
rock ensemble class:
Students
will work together in a rock band on popular tunes appropriate to the
instrumentation and skill level of participants. Enrollment is limited;
please contact the Academy office to secure a slot.
Seven sessions per quarter
Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm; 7:00pm-8:00pm; Saturdays 1:30pm-2:30pm
Tuition: $60 (Includes class materials)
Instructor: Karen Kulzer
Jazz concepts class:
Our Jazz Concepts session, taught by a professional jazz pianist, specifically focuses on concepts such as chord symbols, extended harmony, blues scales, and other tools to help you improve your jazz playing. The piano-based class takes place every other week, and is designed as a supplement to private piano lessons. Enrollment in Fox River Academy private lessons is not a prerequisite; advancement to early elementary piano level is required.
Monday evenings (times depend on availability); 60-minute sessions
Tuition: $60 (additional class materials fee may be
required)
Instructor: Scott Williams
