Music Programs
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At the heart of the Musical Suite’s program is our individual private instruction in a variety of instruments. Private study with a professional teacher and a commitment to daily practice are the essential elements necessary for realizing one’s potential as a musician. Teachers work one on one with students of all ages and levels helping them attain their musical goals. Private instruction is offered Monday – Saturday throughout the year in the following instruments:
Piano, Guitar, Bass, Violin, Voice, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Adult Flex Program For adults who want to either explore music for the first time, or pick up where they left off with an instrument as a child, this is the perfect plan for you! Normally our students commit to an 18 week semester of private lessons. But this plan allows you the flexibility of signing up for only 10 weeks at a time, working around your busy schedule. Students are still asked to give their teachers at least 24 hour notice for any cancellation of lessons. Six Week Trial Plan New Students who are trying out an instrument for the first time may enroll in our Six Week Trial Plan before making the commitment to sign up for the remainder of our 18 week semester or our Adult Flex Plan. |
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We offer a variety of non-performance classes for students of all ages and levels. See description of each class below.
Music Analysis and Composition Quick Start Guitar Music Appreciation for Classical Music or Opera Our classes are limited to small groups, so participants are encouraged to sign up early to guarantee placement. |
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Music Analysis and Composition
Music appreciation is dependent upon active listening through ear training and some basic music theory. This class will expose students to well known composer’s works, music composition, and the fundamentals of ear training, which is key to becoming an accomplished musician. Instructor: Malgosia Smolarek Call for more details: 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com. |
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Quick Start Guitar
This beginner’s class introduces students to basic guitar techniques, simple notation and group playing in a friendly and encouraging environment. By learning a variety of simple songs designed to focus on a particular element of guitar playing, students will gain an understanding of basic skills, along with the inspiration to further develop their music making. Instructor: Randy Browning Call for more details: 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com. |
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Music Appreciation for Classical Music or Opera
Explore the realm of classical music with composers such as Bach, Mozart and Beethoven, or introduce yourself to famous arias by Puccini, Rossini, Verdi and more. Learning how to listen and appreciate the nuances of musical notation will enhance your ability to enjoy any genre of music. Both 6-week classes are designed for teens and adults. Students will receive a complimentary CD with each class. Instructor: Don Weng Call for more details: 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com. |
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Whether you have played your instrument for many years or you are new to music making, we offer a variety of musical ensemble styles to help you find the ensemble class best for you.
Playing in an Ensemble can be one of the most rewarding and valuable experiences of a student’s musical training. It helps students develop their rhythm, intonation, phrasing, and fosters teamwork and a spirit of collaboration. Participants are placed with students of the same level of ability and musical experience. |
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Rock/Blues/Jazz Jammin’
This class is taught by one of Boston’s best loved musicians, Joe Holaday. It is designed to explore the fundamentals of rock, blues and jazz through learning to improvise in jam sessions. Students will have an opportunity to develop or improve improvisational skills while learning the 12-bar blues form, which is the foundation of many rock, pop, and jazz tunes. They will learn to play chords, melody, boogie-woogie, and walking bass. Classes include ensemble and solo playing, counting and playing rhythm patterns, singing, playing by ear, and sight-reading. Students should have at least one year of lessons on their instruments and be able to read music. All ages are welcome! Instructor: Joe Holaday Call for more details: 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com. |
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A Cappella Chorus
Students will use a cappella music to learn the basics of harmony, theory, ensemble singing and song arranging. Songs learned will draw from the styles of Rock, Pop, R&B, Jazz and Classical. All members of the group will have the opportunity to sing solos as well. This is an introduction into a genre that has become very popular among college students and musicians of all ages. There will be a live and recorded performance at the end of the session. Instructor: Neal Ferreira Call for more details : : 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com |
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String Ensemble
This class is intended for beginning or intermediate string players. These musicians will explore a variety of repertoire and study the techniques related to playing in chamber groups. Listening, balance, leading the groups and sight-reading are some of the skills introduced in the course. Music assignments are based on individual student’s ability. Instructor: Megumi Sasaki Call for more details : : 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com |
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The Musical Suite believes that providing students with performance opportunities is a critical part of their education. Because students’ needs vary, we provide diverse performance opportunities from informal soirees at the Suite, playing for community events, to our annual Spring Recital. Student recitals are a time to share accomplishments with friends and family. Participants range from beginners to advanced and from children to adults. The small admission charge that we receive during our Spring Recital supports the Musical Suite Scholarship Program. It is only with the help of our generous supporters that we can continue to make music education accessible to deserving students.
Call for more details: 978-462-8225 or email: info@themusicalsuite.com. |