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PCMS Summer 2008 Camps
Also check out our Kindermusik Summer Camps for ages newborn to 7 years

Summer Private Instruction: Piano, Voice, Violin, Suzuki Violin, Flute, & Guitar

Private instruction (ages 6 to adult) Summer is the PERFECT time to start – or continue! – private lessons. Our teachers make it fun and rewarding and we’ll accommodate your summer schedule by pro-rating your summer tuition if you have to be gone!!

flexible scheduling and monthly pro-rated rates available
special areas of musical interest gladly accommodated
new students can begin any time at either studio location

Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration

Piano and Keyboard Camps
	Blast-Off with Piano!© (rising K5 to 2nd graders) It’s the perfect start!! Blast-Off! gives beginning students a successful introduction to the piano and the small group setting makes it extra fun! Learn keyboard geography and rhythm basics, enjoy fun sheets and games, and share in the joy of music together! Each student learns on their own digital piano in our digital piano lab. Special performances at the end of each session. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	First Notes for Adults (adults only) First Notes for Adults gives grown-ups the chance to learn the piano too! Whether your children are taking lessons and you want to do the same, or you’re just looking for a new and rewarding hobby, First Notes is the introductory program for you. In just five lessons, you’ll learn enough about the piano to have a grasp on the basics and jump-start your piano career, whatever that may be for you! Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	Composing & Arranging, Part 1 and Part 2 (rising 7^th to 12^th graders) If you’ve always wanted to “do a little more” at the piano, don’t miss this class! Learn the basics of writing music, chord structure and harmonization, improvising, and orchestration with the digital piano. You’ll even compose your own original song! With our exceptional instructor, you will learn more than you ever thought possible. Part 2 continues where Part 1 leaves off. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	Play It, Record It! (rising 7^th to 12^th graders) Come learn how to write down that song in your heart! The possibilities are endless – you’ll be amazed at what the digital piano can do for you! Learn about basic chord structure and reading chord symbols. In our digital piano lab, begin to master the keyboard as you split the keyboard, record on a sequencer, layer sounds, find sound effects, and more. At the end, take home a copy of your very own recording! Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration

Musical Theatre Camps
	Broadway Blast! (rising K5 to 7^th graders) Join the rest of the cast in putting on the PCMS Summer re-make of the famous Broadway musical, “Bye-Bye, Birdie.” Get a behind-the-scenes education about producing and performing in a musical, and enjoy learning valuable vocal and acting tips as you go. Work together with the entire cast to design your own sets and costumes as you rehearse throughout the week for a special Friday night performance that’s sure to get rave reviews! Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	Sing! Play! Act! (rising K5 to 7^th graders) In Sing! Play! Act!, each student’s abilities come together in one fantastic experience! Sing, act, memorize lines, design sets, and put together costumes as you learn what goes into producing, practicing, and performing a mini musical. With great music, a bit of review, a little flair, and a lot of drama, you’ll love having the opportunity to build your musical and dramatic skills, all culminating in a special Friday night performance. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration

Strings Camps
	First Strings (rising 1st to 4th graders) It’s easy to begin your strings “career” (or decide if you want to pursue string lessons further) when you sign up for this class! With this enjoyable introduction to the violin, students learn basic bow grip, hand position, and fingerings. Game time and hands-on experience with a violin just your size also ensures a fun and successful introduction to the violin. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	Jumpstart Suzuki (rising 1^st to 4^th graders) Jump start the new school year with a terrific orchestra-style camp created especially for early level Suzuki violin students. Brush up on your technique and have a blast as you work together playing in ensembles and learning new music. Game time and a special performance on Friday fill out an exciting week of fun and learning. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	String Challenge! (rising 3rd to 7th graders) Polish your skills and make some excellent progress in this summer camp created especially for early level violin students. Explore bowing techniques and vibrato through solo and ensemble experience. Find out more about taking care of your violin too. Learn about famous violinists and review note and rhythm reading. With games, new music, fun sheets, and more, you’ll be surprised at how much you’ll accomplish! Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration

Guitar Camps

Beginning Guitar
(ages 14 to adult) Have you always wanted to play the guitar? Even as a beginner with little or no knowledge of guitar, you can learn to accompany songs in several keys, as well as how to strum patterns to add interest and variety to your playing. Ability to read music is not necessary, but you will need to bring a guitar to class. A classical guitar with nylon strings is recommended.

Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration

For Everyone… General Music Camps
	Vacation with the Masters, Parts 1 & 2 (rising 3^rd to 6^th graders) Attention all Music Sleuths! Music History records are missing!! Travel back in time to find the stolen music history records. Create your very own music history journal as you gather information about the great composers and their music. Learn the distinctions between the four musical time periods, play solo and duet music from each, and even learn to compose your own music! Part 2 continues where Part 1 left off, with special emphasis on music of North and South America. On the last day of both classes, you’ll join your classmates in sharing a short program with friends and family. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	Around the World in THREE Days! (rising 2^nd to 5^th graders) Did you ever wonder what music is like in other countries? Join us in our travel around the world in three days to discover the music of other countries. Learn about the festivals and events where ethnic instruments are featured. Play music from each continent we visit and wear some native dress. Plus, create your own travel journal, musical instruments, and video recording of your adventures! Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration
	Goin’ Baroque with Bach (for rising 2^nd to 5^th graders) Step back into time to meet one of the greatest composers of all time – Johann Sebastian Bach. Learn about Bach’s life and the opulent culture of the Baroque era as you uncover the secrets of Bach’s music. Learn and play some of Bach’s famous music, and then write a Bach-like composition of your own. Remember your journey as you journal about some of your favorite experiences. Share what you’ve learned in our “Bach Celebration Concert” on the last day of camp. Summer Schedule, Pricing, and Registration