GROUP CLASSES & ENSEMBLES — YOUTH

Ensembles

Playing in an ensemble is being on a team. Students rely on each other to make progress as a group. We ask that group class participants:

• Show a high level of attendance.

• Practice between classes.

• Have concurrent weekly lessons at CMC or elsewhere and work on the ensemble repertoire with that teacher. CMC’s string groups are non-audition, but the instructor has final say as to the appropriate level class for each enrolled student.

Suzuki Group Classes | Age 4–18

Play through known songs with a group of kids at the same level to enhance the string lesson experience. Enjoy string games and brainteasers, too! Note: This course does not cover instrument instruction; it is a complement to private lessons. All participants must be concurrently enrolled in Suzuki lessons at CMC or elsewhere.

Prerequisite: at least six months of lessons and concurrent registration for private lessons required. This course runs through the school year (3 terms: Fall, Winter, and Spring)

Violin

W 10/4-6/12 5:20-6:20pm

$240 ($80/term) 1157770 Belleri

This class covers Suzuki Violin Pre-Twinkle through Book 2

Violin / Viola

Th 10/5-6/13 4:15-5:00pm

$240 ($80/term) 1157775 Scott

This class covers Suzuki Violin Pre-Twinkle through Book 2

Youth Choir | Age 8–14

Just try to catch your breath in this high-energy group for young voices! Develop singing techniques, note reading skills and accuracy of pitch and rhythm while making friends. Instructor may require materials not included in registration fee. The choir performs at least once per term (outside of class time). New participants are welcome at the start of any term.

Tu 10/3-12/12 5:00-6:00pm

$44 1157616 Edson

Youth Vocal Ensemble | Age 12-18

Pre-teens and teens join in to express yourself in song, explore your voice, and prepare music to inspire others. Come along to this energetic group as we experience how music brings people together. Instructor may require materials not included in registration fee.

Th 10/5-12/14 5:00-6:00pm

$80 1157873 Edson

String Orchestra

Get ready for some ‘sound’ teamwork! Develop note reading and rhythm skills, practice following a conductor, and get a grasp on instrument & bow techniques while discovering the thrill of playing in an ensemble. Daily practice on the orchestra parts between classes is a required part of music ensemble instruction. This course runs through the school year (3 terms: Fall, Winter, and Spring).

Level I | Age 7-14

Students in this class use the book Strictly Strings Volume 1 (may be purchased or borrowed from CMC).

Prerequisite: One or two years of study on instrument & beginning note-reading skills. No audition required, although instructor has final say as to student’s enrollment.

F 10/6-6/14 3:45-4:25pm

$240 ($80/term) 1157780 Murer

Level II | Age 8-16

Students in this class use the book Strictly Strings Volume 1 (may be purchased or borrowed from CMC).

Prerequisite: Students should be at Suzuki Book 2-3 or similar level, using positions and shifting, and have some sight-reading ability. No audition required, although instructor has final say as to student’s enrollment.

F 10/6-6/14 4:30-5:15pm

$240 ($80/term) 1157781 Murer

Level III | Age 11-18

Prerequisite: Students should be in Suzuki Book 4 or similar level, using positions and shifting, and have sight-reading skills. No audition required, although instructor has final say as to student’s enrollment.

F 10/6-6/14 5:25-6:25pm

$240 ($80/term) 1157782 Murer

Chamber Music | Age 8-18

Ensembles are currently set up by invitation only. If you wish to be considered for a chamber group, please contact the CMC Program Coordinator at cmc@portlandoregon.gov or 503-679-5879. Prerequisite: advanced playing level and strong music reading skills.