Group Classes & Ensembles

Students are encouraged to join a performing group. Playing together is a fundamental aspect of musical education. Group lessons are formatted for an interactive dynamic that is not present in a one-on-one teaching situation, helping each student feel a part of a musical team.

*ALL GROUP CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON THE FIRST WEEK OF OCTOBER!

Wee Boogie Woogie (3-4 years old)

A play atmosphere where children learn simple instruments like shakes, drums and singing. Children will use music in their daily routines like using welcome and goodbye songs, movements and fun games to build fundamental music skills.

Introduction to Instruments (4-5 years old)

This class is designed to help students choose an instrument in a fun atmosphere. Young children are exposed to the basics of keyboard, violin, recorder, percussion, and learn the basic elements of notation, rhythm and ear training.

Piano Group Class (5-6 years old)

This class has an imaginative approach to piano providing  a pleasant introduction foundation for individual lessons. In addition to playing the keyboard, children sing and learn basic elements of theory, rhythm and ear training.

Music Theory Classes

These classes use a practical approach to present the fundamental of reading, analyzing and understanding music. The classes include an introduction to music composition.

 

String/Violin Ensembles

Students of string instruments are encouraged to join one of the three ensembles (beginner to advanced). It enables them to learn to perform together as a group.

Violin Ensemble, Beginner (4-5 years old)

An ideal introduction to the violin using specially sized instruments. Children learn basic skills, songs, position and basic elements of theory.

Violin Ensemble, Intermediate (8-15 years old)

Designed to continue their technical and musical progress.

Violin Ensemble, Advanced (15 & up)

Students learn pieces in different styles of music and learn how to hear each other playing together.

Rock & Jazz Ensemble

For players and singers who would like to get together and perform music in a low-pressure situation. Students play under the guidance of a professional artist and member of our faculty. Interpreting blues standards and jazz tunes is emphasized in solo and ensemble playing. Open to all instrumentalists and singers.
Previous experience required.

Children’s Voice Ensembles 

Group class where children sing together, learn the importance of team work and collaboration. This class focuses on listening to other, harmonizing and working together towards a common goal. This interaction helps children develop communication skills and builds friendships. *Free if taking private lessons!

Adult Voice Ensemble

Group class where people, of all backgrounds, can have an enjoyable time singing together in a judgment free zone and make connections. Choir helps students branch out and meet others with similar interests.

 

Chamber Music Classes

Provides opportunities for students to play together in duos, trios, quartets and quintets. These classes not only enhance the students music skills in a small group, but also teaches them to interact and communicate with others in a team setting. A teacher is assigned to each group to provide instruction on selected pieces.

Adult Music Appreciation Class

For those who would like to learn the development of muisc from a historical and cultural perspective. Students will study the fundamentals of music and discover the basics of theory, music terminology, instrument families, tempo, rythm, form and meter.

Adult Piano Group

In a small group, students learn how to play piano, read music, music terminology and learn elementary themes of theory.

Mark Your Calendars For These Events

Make-Up Day

October 13

Make-Up Day

November 11

Make-Up Day

November 26

School Closed: Thanksgiving Break

November 27 - November 29

Excellent teachers, great students and supporting staff. Music School of Westchester provides serious music education to all ages. Five stars!

Luiz

Great faculty! See great progress in my kids music career!

Greg

I love this place! I have played the piano for 15 years and my 8 year old boy chose the violin. Faina, his teacher, is talented and is a real musician with real expectations. Would strongly recommend.

Karin