Piano

Area of Study: PIANO
Session2: July 6 - July 18, 2008
Grades: 6 - 12
Special Requirement: Placement Audio Tape

Piano is open to any student, grade six through twelve, who has reached at least intermediate level (i.e., able to play a Bach 2-part Invention or a Clementi Sonatina). Piano students work in a positive and nurturing environment that focuses on improving technical skills, interpretation, and musical ability. Each student will receive a private lesson every other day. There will be one-and-a-half to two hours of individual practice time scheduled each day as part of the daily piano class schedule. Students should be prepared to make full use of the allotted practice time. Other class activities include discussion of theory, rhythm, sight-reading, and music history. There will also be opportunities for ensemble playing, classroom performance and outside performance. A public performance on Wednesday, July 16th and on July 18th during the final performance. Students should be prepared to work on a solo or duet that will be performed in the final show.

During auditions on registration day, students will be given a written test on music theory. Students will then be placed in either the Theory I or Theory II class depending on their knowledge of music theory. Registered students must submit a tape containing any recently studied piece from their repertoire. The tape is for placement purposes only. (if you have questions about intermediate level of achievement please contact the YMA office for more detailed information.)