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    Musicianship - Teen & Adults
    Class 3001
    Teacher - Frank Fortunato
    Growing in Musicianship 
    Age::  Adults & Teens
    1-on-1 or group - depends on interest
    8 sessions
    Meets weekly
    Set up time with Frank Fortunato
    Week nights or Saturday AM
    Room #318
    $175 for group class
    ​$200 for 1 on 1

    Class Description
    Music theory
    Keyboard techniques
    Improvisation
    Please sign up first.  Then contact teacher to schedule 1-on-1 or  group classes on week nights or Saturdays
    ​Frank.Fortunato@om.org
    Excelsis Deo
    Youth Choir
    ​Class 3016
    Teacher: Daniela Podobea
    Excelsis Deo - Youth Choir
    Age 7 - 18
    Meets weekly
    14 Weeks
    Tuesday 4 - 5:00pm
    Starts September 12
    Ends December 12
    2 performances - Thanksgiving and Christmas
    Room #323
    Cost:  $80 for the full 14 weeks
    (Less than $6 per class)
    Pay monthly or for all weeks
    No refund for dropped classes
    (Wanting to make this class affordable for all, a 75% discount is offered for families with more than one child, and the possibility of scholarships.
    Contact the teacher directly to discuss discounts and scholarships.
    310-696-1377
    ​danielapodobea@gmail.com
    Class Description
    ​Bring your voices to exalt our Creator.  I    n Latin, EXCELIS DEO means, glory to God in the highest. These words inspired remembrances of the beautiful hymns our grandparents and parents knew and sang.  Each hymn has a beautiful history and a powerful messages What a wonderful gift to  pass this knowledge on to the next generation. Every week, in one hour we will begin our class with a few vocal warmups that will develop the vocal capability and strengthen the sound quality through specific exercises that will help the voice have clear pitch, breath support, volume and beauty. The second half of our session we will focus on learning and singing one song at a time. We will perform these hymns first at  Thanksgiving time and second in December with a Christmas theme..
    .A few of  hymns we will work on are: Old Rugged Cross, Rock of Ages, The Lord’s Prayer, Joy to the World, Hark the Herald and more…....
    Beginning Piano
    Class 3017
    Teacher: Rebekah Harman
    Beginning Piano
    Age: 5 - 12
    30 minutes
    ​Private Lessons
    Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
    Please register and then contact the teacher to schedule class times
    Room# 323
    Cost $30

    ​Class Description
    Experience the joy of learning to play the piano! Our curriculum is tailored to cater to your unique goals and requirements, and if desired, you may have opportunities to showcase your skills through performances and collaborations. Fall in love with your piano as you practice foundational scales, chords, and hand dexterity, understand music theory and notation, and read sheet music and playing simple melodies. Develop your piano skills while gaining a deeper appreciation and passion for music.
    Rebekah@harmans.org
    Piano for All Ages
    Class 3002
    Teacher: Briana Cramer
    Piano - Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
    Age: 6 and up
    Meets 4 times per month
    (30 minute private lessons - 3 times a month and 1     group  lesson - 1 time each month to expose students to playing with a group)
    1 hour classes
    ​Monday - Friday dates available
    ​Room #323
    Cost:  $120 per month. Due on first meeting

    ​Class Description
    Private piano lessons for all ages over 6.  Beginner, Intermediate and advanced classes are offered. Classical piano, music theory and music history.
    If students have not completed the Student-Member Application
    they need to complete that form.
    Please register and contact teacher to schedule class dates and times.
    bcramer7@yahoo.com
    ​Class 3003
    Belinda Lehmann
    Private Piano Lessons
    Age: All ages - Beginners - Advanced
    Classes - Ongoing
    Start date will be discussed with student or parent
    Student must have a piano or keyboard to practice
    Room #318 
    Cost: to be determined between teacher and student -  according to length and content of class    Class

    ​Class Description
    Private piano and theory
    Student or parent will be responsible for purchasing class books.
    Contact teacher to schedule classes 
    ​    ​bmlehmann7@gmail.com
    ​Register here
    Class 3004
    Belinda Lehmann
    Group Piano Lessons
    Age: 6 years +
    # of students: Max 3
     6 week class (Approximately.     Class length depends on how quickly the students progress)
    Start Date: TBD between teacher and 3 students
    Can start in August 
    Start time:  To be determined by teacher and students
    Class is ongoing
    Requirement - Student must have a piano or keyboard
    Room #318
    Cost:  To be determined by teacher according to the piano experience of the class.

    Class Description
    Students will learn the basics of piano and continue to build on that foundation each week. Each class will also include music theory.
    ​bmlehmann7@gmail.com
    ​Piano for Adults
    Class 3005
    Teacher - Frank Fortunato
    Adult Piano 
    Week nights - Saturday Mornings
    ​Private Lessons
    8 sessions
    Room #318
    Cost: $25 per lesson ($100 monthly)    Class

    Class Description
    ​Must audition before starting class.
    Contact teacher for dates and times     before signing up
    ​Frank.Fortunato@om.org
    Jazz and Pop Piano
    Class 3006
    ​    Teacher: Russ Starrett
    Jazz and Pop Piano
    ​Children and Adults
    Student Requirements: Must play at an intermediate or advanced level
    Private lessons or Group lessons
    Group lessons:  4 students +
    Ongoing classes - depending on student's desire to continue to learn
    1 hour classes
    Class times:  Mid-morning or early afternoon
    Room: 318
    Cost:  Private lesson - $30 - Group lesson - $15
    Teaching material will choose and provide written notes and material
    ​
    Class Description
    Students will learn techniques for playing solo jazz and pop piano styles, including chord construction, jazz harmony, improvising melodic phrases and improvising arrangements.
    Register for class and contact teacher to schedule classes.
    ​rus_tar@comcast.net
    Violin
    Class 3007
    ​​Teacher - Misun Graeser
    Violin - Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced
    Wednesday  4:30pm or 6:30 Thursday - all day​
    Level: Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced
    ​Thursday - available all day for lessons
    # of students: 1
    Private Lessons
    Room #318
    Cost:
    30 minutes - $40 per lesson ($160 monthly)
    40 minutes - $50 per lesson ($200 monthly)
    50 minutes - $60 per lesson ($240monthly)
    (30 minutes recommended for children)    ​Class Description
    Register for classes here
    Then contact teacher to schedule classes on Wednesday or Thursday
    Contact Misun:
    ​mgraeser0321@gmail.com
    Ukulele - Kids and Adults
    Class 3008
    Teacher: Briana Cramer
    Kids Ukulele
    ​    Age: 7 - 12
    Group class
    # of students: 5+
    6 week class
    ​Meets once a week - Monday or Thursday
    4:00pm
    45 minutes - 1 hour (may combine classes to have 5+ students in a class)
    Room: 323
    Cost $100 for full 6 weeks - due on first class

    Class Description
    Students will learn parts of the ukulele, hand position, how to play chords, timing, simple music theory and proper strumming
    Class 3009
    Teacher: Briana Cramer
    Adult Ukulele
    ​    Age: 13 - Adult
    Group class
    # of students: 5+
    6 week class
    ​Meets once a week - Monday or Thursday
    6:30pm
    ​45 minutes - 1 hour (may combine classes to have 5+ students in a class)
    Room: 323
    Cost $100 for full 6 weeks - due on first class

    Class Description
    Students will learn parts of the ukulele, hand position, how to play chords, timing, simple music theory, proper strumming,  new songs each week
    Beginning Guitar
    Class 3010
    Teacher: Silvi Erwin
    ​Beginners Guitar - Kids
    Kids all ages
    Private or group lessons
    30 minute classes
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    Group Classes - 5 students max
    4 classes per month
    Group lessons meet     once a week
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    Private and Group Lessons - Flexible times and dates
    Contact the teacher for times and dates
    ​Then register for the class
    ​Room #318
    ​Cost:
    Group Lessons - $80 for 4 classes per month
    ​Private lessons - $100 for 4 classes per month
    Student will need their own guitar
    ​
    Class Description
    Interested in learning the guitar? This class is for you! You’ll learn the basics and will develop the finger strength you need to play the guitar with confidence. By the end of our beginners class, you'll have the skills to play eight essential open chords, the most common strumming patterns, and a variety of fantastic songs!
    silvi@erwinsonline.com​
    678-749-0085
    Class 3011
    Teacher: Silvi Erwin
    ​Beginners Guitar - Adults
    Adults
    Private or group lessons
    30 minute classes
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    Group Classes - 5 students max
    4 classes per month
    Group lessons meet once a week
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    Private and Group Lessons - Flexible times and dates
    Contact the teacher for times and dates
    ​Then register for the class
    ​Room #318
    Cost:​
    Group Lessons - $80 for 4 classes per month
    Private lessons -  $100 for 4 classes per month
    Student will need their own guitar

    Class Description
    Interested in learning the guitar? This class is for you! You’ll learn the basics and will develop the finger strength you need to play the guitar with confidence. By the end of our beginners class, you'll have the skills to play eight essential open chords, the most common strumming patterns, and a variety of fantastic songs!
    silvi@erwinsonline.com​
    ​    678-749-0085
    Intermediate Guitar
    ​Class 3012
    ​Teacher: Silvi Erwin
    ​Intermediate Guitar
    Age 8+
    Private or group lessons
    30 minute classes
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    Group Classes - 5 students max
    Grouped according to age
    Group lessons meet once a week
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    Private and Group Lessons - Flexible times and dates
    Contact the teacher for times and dates
    ​Then register for the class
    Room #318
    Cost:
    Group: $80 for 8 full 4 weeks
    ​Private lessons: $100  for full 4 weeks

    Class Description
    This class is for guitar players who know how to strum and play basic chords.  We will learn to play one of the most common alternative tunings. - DADGAD. DADGAD tuning brings a unique flavor to your music without requiring a deep dive into theory. I have been playing this tuning for over 10 years and it has been a great addition to contemporary worship music. This class is faith based and will focus on students learning to lead in a worship setting.
    ​silvi@erwinsonline.com​
    ​    678-749-0085
    Trumpet or 3 Valve Horns
    Class 3013
    Teacher: Steve Coffey
    Trumpet or 3 valve horns
    Beginning- Intermediate -      Trumpet - 3 valve horns
    Private Lessons
    Age: 11 years +
    1 student
    ​30 min lessons
    Students must provide their own horn
    Cost: $25 per lesson

    ​    Class Description
    Beginner and Intermediate Trumpet and 3 valve horns (baritone, tuba, etc.). 
    ​Student will learn to read music, do all 5 scale forms and modes when ready.
    Contact teacher to schedule a class
    Sign up here
    ​    artprfs@gmail.com
    Voice - All Ages
    Class 3014
    ​​Teacher: Daniela Podobea
    Daniela's Vocal Studio - All ages
    One month Classes (4 per month)
    30 minutes - $100 per month
    1 hour - $180 per month
    Non-Monthly Classes
    Contact teacher for more information
    30 minutes - $35
    ​1 hour - $60

    ​Class Description
    Learn to perform on large theater stages with no microphone. Train to amplify your voice using proper vocal techniques specific to opera singers. Understand and develop your vocal instrument to balance the intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual while developing the charisma and character particular to a song, Aria or the music, as the artists  is encouraged  through positive reinforcement and emotional and spiritual support. Genres of music covered are: Opera, Musical Theater, Gospel, Hymns and Worship songs. Music Theory will be included in classes. 
    danielapodobea@gmail.com
    Class 3015
    Teacher: Jess Rodriguez
    Voice Lessons - Private
    All ages 
    1 hour class
    Room #326
    Please contact teacher to schedule times and dates
    $60 for private lessons

    ​Class Description
    Refine your vocal abilities and challenge yourself in a supportive and collaborative setting with our Small Group or Private Voice Lessons. Opportunities for performance and collaboration will be available. Students will improve vocal technique and ability, build a foundation in music theory, develop aural skills and improve ear for music, explore harmonies and collaborative singing, understand storytelling as a singer. Sign-up today and start singing.
    Follows Fayette Count school calendar.
    makerstudio45.12@gmail.com
    Song Writing and Voice
    ​​Class 3018 Teacher: Jess Rodriguez
    Song Writing and Voice
    Age 15+
    1 hour 30 minutes
    Every other Friday
    Contact teacher for more information
    ​Room # 326
    Cost: $40 per class

    ​Class Description
    ​Improve your vocal performance while learning to write songs of your own.
    Follows the Fayette County School Calendar
    ​    Classes are held every other week unless otherwise stated. Subject to change due to holidays
    makerstudio45.12@gmail.com
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