Group Music & Ensembles

Age: 6–10 years

Group Piano teaches the keyboard fundamentals of rhythm, note reading and theory in a friendly setting. Access to a keyboard or piano is required. Class begins Thursday, January 16 for 14 weeks.

Tuition

$252

Instructor

Maria Anderson

Location

Room 310

Meeting Dates & Times

Thursdays | 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. | AMEN 100-02

Age: 7–12 years

Group Piano 2 builds on the basics learned in Group Piano 1 and moves on to reading from a staff. It continues the use of games and student interaction to enhance learning in a friendly setting. Access to a keyboard or piano is required. Class begins Friday, January 31 for 14 weeks.

Tuition

$252

Instructor

Maria Anderson

Location

Room 310

Meeting Dates & Times

Fridays | 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. | AMEN 101-02

Age: 8–12 years

Continuation of the Spring 2024 Group Piano 2 or previous Group Piano 2 students.

Group Piano 3 continues to help the students expand their musical abilities by teaching them to play in new positions with more artistic interpretation. Access to a keyboard or piano at home is required. Class begins Thursday, September 12 for 14 weeks.

Tuition

$245

Instructor

Maria Anderson

Location

Room 310

Meeting Dates & Times

Thursdays | 4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | AMEN 102-01

Age: 8–12 years

Continuation of the Fall 2024 Group Piano 3 or previous Group Piano 3 students.

In Group Piano 4 students will become more comfortable with the piano by moving to different positions within one song. They will also be introduced to using a damper pedal, so if the students are learning on a keyboard at home it would be most beneficial that they have a pedal attachment.

Access to a keyboard or piano at home is required. Class begins Thursday, January 30 for 14 weeks.

Tuition

$252

Instructor

Maria Anderson

Location

Room 310

Meeting Dates & Times

Thursdays | 4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | AMEN 103-02

Age: 12 and up

Guitar Ensemble 

This ensemble is meant for guitarists of most ability levels. There will be 12 rehearsals throughout the year with a performance on April 10, 2025 with a possible performance earlier in the year. This is a great way to have fun and play with other guitarists while building your guitar skills. Students should be able to read music in order to participate in the ensemble. Class begins September 25 for twelve weeks. See dates below.

Tuition

$210

Instructor

Keith Filppu

Location

Room 100

Meeting Dates 

Wednesdays | September 25; October 9, 23; November 6, 20; December 4; January 29; February 12, 26; March 12, 26; April 9.

Performance | April 10 | Time TBA

Class Time

7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Course Code

AMEN 103-

Age: 5 to 8 years

The Crescendo Chorus is for children who love to sing. The chorus will nurture musical learning, vocal development and friendships in a comfortable, positive setting, building confidence in each one’s singing and performing. Each class will be an hour filled with songs, musical games, playing small instruments, musical learning, crafts, and preparing for performances. The chorus will present two concerts during the academic year. New students can enroll during the year if space is available and tuition will be prorated. Class begins September 16, ending in mid-May 2025.

Tuition

$464

Instructor

Patty Austin

Location

Room 100

Meeting Dates & Times

Mondays | 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Course Code

AMEN 800-01

Age: Approximately 9–12 years

Blue Ridge Choristers is for children interested in sharing music with others in a focused but fun setting. Singers nurture their individual voices as they grow as a choir. With a varied repertoire, students will experience performance artistry, vocal technique, and musical learning. The choristers will present two concerts during the academic year. New students can enroll during the year if space is available and tuition will be prorated. Class begins September 10, ending in May 2025.

*New students can enroll during the year if space is available and tuition will be prorated.

By Audition: Call (304) 874-4345

Tuition

$552

Instructor

Patty Austin

Location

Room 100

Meeting Dates & Times

Tuesdays | 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Course Code

AMEN-801-01

Age: Approximately 13–18 years

The Top of Virginia Youth Chorale is for highly motivated singers desiring a challenging and artistically fulfilling choral experience. Vocal performance is nurtured both individually and as a choir, while singing a variety of choral literature. Performances are typically planned throughout the year. New students can enroll during the year if space is available and tuition will be prorated. Rehearsals begin September 10, ending in mid-May 2025.

*New students can enroll during the year if space is available and tuition will be prorated.

By Audition: Call (304) 874-4345

Tuition

$624

Instructor

Patty Austin

Location

Room 100

Meeting Dates & Times

Tuesdays | 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Course Code

AMEN-802-01

Age: 8–17 years

The Shenandoah Valley Chamber Orchestra (SVCO) is a multifaceted instructional and performance program for string players. The purpose of the SVCO is to immerse students into the professional orchestra experience to include collaboration with guest artists by presenting two concerts during the academic year. The SVCO requires a commitment of time and effort beyond private string study on the part of the student.

Auditions are needed for placement of students in the ensemble. Students can either audition in person or via video recording. Open in-person auditions take place at SCAA (203 S Cameron St, Winchester 22601) on Friday September 6, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Rehearsals begin Monday, September 16, 2024.

SVCO Audition Requirements:

1. One solo work of your choice
2. Scales: One major or minor scales of your choice (2 or 3 octaves)

New students can audition and enroll during the year if space is available and tuition will be prorated.

Tuition

$550

Instructor

Dr. Alán Saucedo, Ms. Cynthia Saucedo, Artistic Directors

Location

Room 100

Meeting Dates & Times

Mondays | 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Course Code

AMEN 700-01