Classes and Ensembles

Flute Choir

Flute Choir is a dynamic ensemble that brings together piccolo, C flute, and alto flutes to create a colorful, resonant sound while exploring an exciting range of repertoire—from Baroque masterworks to contemporary and popular arrangements. Designed for intermediate and advanced flutists, the ensemble focuses on developing refined ensemble skills such as tone blending, intonation, rhythmic precision, and musical interpretation. Students rehearse and perform in a supportive, creative environment that encourages artistic expression. Flute choir members will grow both as individual musicians and as part of a cohesive ensemble. The semester culminates in a public performance that connect the flute choir with campus and community audiences.

Faculty: Betty Douglas
Day/Time: Mondays 6:30–8pm
Age: advanced middle school–adult
Tuition: $150 (students must have their own instruments)
Prerequisite: 3+ years experience and/or private lessons

Beginner Youth Group Guitar Class

This class is an introduction to the instrument for the young beginner. The class will emphasize practical playing skills and fundamentals that can be mastered by the young person with growing hands. Foundational skills that can be mastered by the young are developed through graduated lessons in technique, reading, and playing as an ensemble. Students must provide their own instrument.

Faculty: Andrew Winner
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 4:15–5:15pm
Age: 9–14 years
Tuition: $300 per semester

Beginner Adult Group Guitar Class

No matter your age, it’s always the right time to learn to play guitar. This class is an introduction to the instrument for the very beginner and self-taught guitarist. The class will emphasize practical playing fundamentals that can be applied to any style of music with immediate skills for those wishing to learn more about the guitar. Familiar songs will be taught so that students learn foundational skills for any guitarist. These skills include chords and rhythms along with the development of reading, technique, and musicality. If you have the desire to learn, even if you think you have no “talent,” this is the class for you. Students must provide their own instrument.

Faculty: Andrew Winner
Day/Time: Tuesdays 5:30–6:30pm
Age: 18+ years
Tuition: $300 per semester