VIRTUAL FALL CLASSES
Now Available for Children & Adults
We are putting the final touches on our class offerings for this fall. We will have classes such as Songwriting, Music Theory, Intro to Diction for Singers, and Jazz History among many others. If you are interested in learning more about the schedules and content of these classes please fill out the below form or call 401-248-7001:
- Intro to Diction for Singers - Learn the basics of vocal diction by studying the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Music Theory - For students interested in improving their sight reading skills and deepen their understanding, Music Theory covers the study of notation, scales, chords, intervals, ear training and more.
- Don’t Sit Up Straight!” - Positive strategies for dealing with negative habits - This course will explore use of the human body as a musical instrument for healthy, efficient and expressive performance. Students will learn about the size, structure and function of the anatomy in music-making and develop awareness of destructive movement patterns and habits, and the impact they can have on tone, pitch and technical facility. They will learn how to refine and correct these habits and be able to recognize the positive musical results these changes can foster.
- Journey of the Piano Trio - This class will follow the history and development of the piano trio from the 18th to 20th centuries. Students will explore multiple major works and composers through listening, score study and discussion, The aim of this class is to help students develop a greater ability to identify style, form, and the roles of individual voices, and strengthen their understanding of the important relationship between history and music.
- History and Analysis of Jazz Saxophonists - Students will learn about the origins of the saxophone and listen to, discuss, and analyze the master saxophonists from the inception of Jazz to the current masters. Saxophonists from each of the major eras of jazz will be identified and analyzed. Though students do not have to perform, transcribed solos will also be featured with the opportunity for some to perform the solos in class.
- Songwriting - Whether you have been writing your own songs for some time or this is your first time, we will cover the basics of different American song styles from the Blues to Jazz Standards as well as modern Pop and Rock. You will learn about song sections,lyrical, melodic and harmonic practices, music theory , and more.
VIRTUAL ENSEMBLES
ENSEMBLES FOR ALL AGES
Join and ensemble!
Begin at the level right for you, and keep progressing! Your skills are developed and new friendships are made in ensembles led by some of the top instructors in New England. A Rhode Island music tradition for over 60 years!
ENSEMBLE INFORMATION:
RHODE ISLAND PHILHARMONIC YOUTH WIND ENSEMBLES (RIPYWE):
RHODE ISLAND PHILHARMONIC YOUTH ORCHESTRAS (RIPYO):
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VIRTUAL PRIVATE LESSONS
ONLINE LESSONS FOR EVERYONE
Any age, any type of music!
Whether just getting started or taking your playing to the next level, lessons are essential. Learning one-on-one with a skilled musician is inspiring and rewarding, and ensures an experience customized to your interests and aspirations.
Instruments include:
PIANO • ELECTRIC & ACOUSTIC GUITAR • DRUMS • VOICE • BRASS • WOODWINDS • MORE!
MUSIC TOGETHER® ONLINE
Music Together teachers, Beth Nichols (Miss Beth) and Mychal Gendron will lead weekly live online interactive classes that your whole family can join from home! Summer 2020 session is $115 for the entire family (siblings included).
Interested in a FREE class demo?
Contact Rebecca Shays (rshays@riphil.org) for details