Group Lessons

Vocal lessons

One of the easiest ways to get into music! Students have a great time singing learning to sing songs in a very energetic group setting

Group Lesson Description

Elementary and middle school aged students play and learn in groups of 4-10 persons. Group lessons reduce cost and increase learning time. Major benefits of group lessons include; better rhythm ability than typical private lesson students, ability to hear parts in music, and increased social skills. Learning is focused on fun, performance and standard music theory.

Class time is divided into three parts: individual practice, group practice, games and theory lessons. Each student is expected to bring their music to class and to participate in individual practice and group practice. Group practice is focused on singing in unison and multiple parts. Class usually starts with warm-ups and technique. Instructors lead group practice times to emphasize rhythm, ear training and social skills.

Finally, students spend some time away from singing by doing worksheets and participating in interactive theory exercises and music games. Individual student progress is monitored with a written plan. Students progress is specific to the individual even though they are part of a group. Each class has a mix of levels.

Class Materials

Vocal Class: Students are required to purchase a singing book designated by the lead instructor. Main Stem Music provides Lesson Plan, Sheet Music, and Worksheets during lesson time are provided. Lost books, sheet music and lesson materials are replaced at extra charge.

Ages

Vocal 1st -8th Grade / Younger and older children by permission of Main Stem Music Director.

Make-Up Policy

MSM administrator must be notified 24-hours in advance of missed lesson or no credit will be given. All missed classes must be rescheduled within two weeks of the missed lesson.

Tuition

Tuition is by month, not by lesson. Some months have five lessons, others four. Some may have only three due to holidays, weather, or other events. Tuition is due on the first of the month. If lessons begin later in the month, tuition is pro-rated.