vA SY dec eseeeels Capilano College's non-credit music program is taking on a new name and a new look. This well- established program will now be known as the Community Music School, but will continue to offer a high quality comprehensive music curriculum, with outstanding in- structors, for people of all ages. Three major children's programs are ofiered by the Community School: Kodaly/Orff, Robert Pace Group Piano instruction, and Suzuki Instrumental. Classes are held in neighbourhoods such as Edgemont Village, Lynn Valley, Ambleside and the British Properties, as well as at the College, and in Burnaby, with times geared to children's school schedules. But the Community Music School is not just for children. Have you often regrelted not learning to play a musical instrument when you were young? Well, it’s never too late to learn. Come and study classical, jazz and pop piano, the guitar, or the easy to learn ukulele. Improve your bathtub tenor in a choir, or delve into theory and ear training, including preparation for Royal Conservatory Rudiments, Har- mony, and Theory exams. Although these are all non-credit courses, they provide a good background if you should decide to apply for one of the College's credit Music programs, such as the university lransfer program. The Community Music School is ad- ministered by Extension Programs and Services, which has run very successful, high quality rnusic pro- grams on the North Shere for the last ten years. “The primary aim of the Communi- ty Music School is to awaken the joy of music in people of all ages, whether they are looking towards a professional music career, or simply a lifetime of participation and enjoyment,”’ said Kristi Ken- nedy, children’s music instructor. Children’s Music Programs Kodaly-Orfi (fer children 3-9) Kodaly/Orff uses the natural rhythms of children’s rhymes and chants to increase their enjoyment and understanding of music. Song games, simple instruments, and dance are used to encourage children to improve their listening skills. At the Pre-school and Kindergarten levels, children learn to recognize rhythmic patterns and melodic inter- vals which are contained in their rhymes and songs. At level 1 they start applying those skills to reading and writing music, and are introduc- ed to instruments such as xylophones and glockenspiels. At Level 2 the recorder and ukulele are introduced. This progressive method prepares children for further study in music, either in group sessions, of as a sup- plement to private music instruction. A Kodaly Children's Choir for ages 7 to 9 is also being formed. Sights- inging and basic musicianship will be taught -- an excellent training class for children interested in sing- ing in community or church choirs. Robert Pace Group Piano Instruction (from age 6 and adult) The Pace Method emphasizes fun- damentals of the piano, and develops musical literacy and creativity .from an early age. Students learn in smali groups and with partners to perform, write music, and improvise. Children enjoy the stimulating group activities, learning from one another as well as from the teacher. In ad- dition to classical piano repertoire, they also play jazz, pop, and rock styles. Children can start Kinder-keyboard at ave 6, then from age 7 progress through Levels 1 to 6 each level be- ing approximately equal to 1% ‘school’ years. Pace instruction is also available for children transfer- ting from other plano methods and for adults, both as beginners and those who want to take up the piano again. Suzuki Method —_ Instrumental Music for Children 49 Years (Violin, Cello, Flute) Over 50 years ago in Japan, Dr. Sinichi Suzuki observed that neariy all children successfully master spoken language by the age of five, and he wondered whether they could also Jearn music as easily. He found that through frequent listen- ing, imitation, and loving encourage- merit, children can become as ‘fluent’ in music as they are in their mother tongue. Because the parent is involved, the Suzuki program offers something special -- parent, child, and teacher work together to develop not only in- strumental skill, but discipline and confidence, Together they find that music-making can be a fun and joyful experience! in the Suzuki Method, children learn to play on scaled-down instruments ‘appropriate to their physical size. Class lengths are suited to the age and ability of the child, and are ad- justed to suit the needs of individuals. Joining the established Violin and Cello courses is the Suzuki Flute Method, a very new addition to the Suzuki World, which is gaining tremendous popularity in North America. ¢ Attend the Registration Day on Wednesday, May 27, 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Kodaly/Orff - Room H110 Suzuki Instruction (Demonstration 6:30-7:30 pm) - Pace Piano (Demonstration 6:30-7:30 pm) - e OR Cail for the Capilano Community Music School Calendar e¢ OR Complete and mail this coupon to: Community Music School Extension Programs & Services Department Capilano College 2055 Purcell Way North Vancouver, B.C. V7J 3H5 Please send me the Community Music School Calendar Name Address. City Postal Code Room H114 Room H112 984-4907 23 ~- Sunday, May 10, 1987 - North Shore News ay 4 Introducing the Community Music School Above: Jennifer Armitage learns to play the recorder in the Kodaly- Orff Program at Capilano College’s Community Music School. Left: Learning to play a scaled-down violin whicii is the right size for him is Aref Amanat, a student in the Suzuki Instrumental Music Program. Adult Music Programs Remember, no experience is need- ed to enroll in the majority of these courses -- enthusiasm is our main prerequisite. The Community Music School will be offering the following classes in September: Group Piano - Beginner & Intermediate Guitar/Bass Ensemble - Levels 1 . and 2 Swing Pop Choir Ukulele Playing the Piano by Ear - The Key! Popular & Contemporary Piano Styles Vocal Instruction - Levels 1 and 2 Recorder A Parent's Guide to Theory and Ear Training Theory Rudiments and Ear Training - Levels 1 and 2 Drill! Master: Computerized Ear Training (for the Royal Conservatory) Learning to play with a partner makes piano lessons fun in the’ Rober Pace Group Piano classes for children and adults. Capilano College Community Music School RR