Group Piano Class
Hey Mr. Mozart! Levels 1 & 2
Beginning piano class for children ages 5 - 7
Katie Cross, Instructor
This course is designed to encourage confidence and enthusiasm in players ages 5 - 7 who are interested in learning to play the keyboard. The session will run for twelve weeks and classes will be 45 minutes each. Parent participation is essential to success at this level and parents will attend most sessions. Movement and games facilitate learning and access to our state-of-the-art keyboard lab inspires exploration and practice.
All students should have access to a piano for practice outside of class; daily practice ensures advancement in keyboard proficiency.
Hey Mr. Mozart! Level I
Spring 2013 Schedule
Tuesdays
February - 12, 19, 26
March - 5, 12, 19, 26
April - 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
May - 7
Time: 5:30 - 6:20 pm
Location: Kulas Musical Arts Building, room 322 & Kulas Piano Lab 320
Cost: $132 for 12 classes plus $15 for lesson books & $15 registration fee
Hey Mr. Mozart! Level II (a continuation for students having taken Level I)
Katie Cross, Instructor
Spring 2013
Tuesdays
February - 12, 19, 26
March - 5, 12, 19, 26
April - 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
May - 7
Time: 6:30 - 7:20 pm
Location: Room 322 & Piano Lab 320 in the Kulas Musical Arts Building
Cost: $132 for 12 classes plus $15 for lesson books & $15 registration fee
*Admittance into Hey Mr. Mozart! Level II without participation in Level I will be considered with an interview/evaluation and dependent on enrollment
Piano Brain Rush! Level I
Beginning piano class for children ages 8 - 10
This course is designed for older beginners, ages 8-10. Group games are an essential element in the learning process but the majority of class time is spent in the keyboard lab. Students will receive training to prepare them for private lessons, including piano technique, basic reading skills, some rhythmic and harmonic principles and some exposure to jazz and playing by ear. Practice at home is expected and parental involvement is encouraged.
Spring 2013 Schedule
Saturdays
February - 16, 23
March - 2, 9, 16, 23
April - 6, 13, 20, 27
May - 4, 11
Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm
Location: Room 304 & Piano Lab 320 in the Kulas Musical Arts Building
Cost: $132 for 12 classes plus $15 for lesson books & $15 registration fee
All students should have access to a piano for practice outside of class; daily practice ensures advancement in keyboard proficiency.
Piano Brain Rush! Level II
Beginning piano class for children ages 8 - 10
This course is designed for students, ages 8-10 that completed Piano Brain Rush! Level I or have prior experience. Group games are an essential element in the learning process but the majority of class time is spent in the keyboard lab. Students will receive training to prepare them for private lessons, including piano technique, basic reading skills, some rhythmic and harmonic principles and some exposure to jazz and playing by ear. Practice at home is expected and parental involvement is encouraged.
Spring 2013 Schedule
Saturdays
February - 16, 23
March - 2, 9, 16, 23
April - 6, 13, 20, 27
May - 4, 11
Time: 1:00 - 1:50 pm
Location: Room 304 & Piano Lab 320 in the Kulas Musical Arts Building
Cost: $132 for 12 classes plus $15 for lesson books & $15 registration fee
All students should have access to a piano for practice outside of class; daily practice ensures advancement in keyboard proficiency.
*Admittance into Piano Brain Rush! Level II without participation in Level I will be considered with an interview/evaluation and dependent on enrollment
Adult Classes
I Want to Play the Piano (Level I)
Adult Group Class for beginners
Adrienne O'Leary, Instructor
Adults CAN learn to play the piano, even those who've never learned to read music before. Studies have shown that adults who actively engage in learning new things enjoy good memory health, and the more complex the activity, the better for your brain! Here's a way to have fun, learn something new, give yourself enjoyment for years to come, and it's good for you, too. Learn the important fundamentals of piano playing in a supportive environment with other adults.
All students should have access to a piano for practice outside of class; daily practice ensures advancement in keyboard proficiency. Pencils are necessary at each class.
Spring 2013
Mondays - Starting February 18
February - 18, 25
March - 4, 11, 18, 25
April - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
May - 6
Time: 7:00 - 7:45 pm
Location: Piano Lab 321 in the Kulas Musical Arts Building
Cost: $144 for 12 classes, plus $20 for lesson books and $15 registration fee
Adult Piano Lab (Level II)
Prerequisite: Piano Lab level I or previous private lessons
Intermediate Adult Group Class
Adrienne O'Leary, Instructor
Adults can learn in a group setting, piano skills, music theory, and performance technique. It is a relaxed learning environment among supportive adults from various professional and career backgrounds. Studies have shown that adults who actively engage in learning new things enjoy good memory health, and the more complex the activity, the better for your brain! All students should have access to a piano for practice outside of class; daily practice ensures advancement in keyboard proficiency. Pencils are necessary at each class.
Spring Schedule 2013
Mondays - Starting February 18
February - 18, 25
March - 4, 11, 18, 25
April - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
May - 6
Time: 7:45 - 8:30 pm
Location: Piano Lab 321 in the Kulas Musical Arts Building
Cost: $144 for 12 classes, plus $20 for lesson books and $15 registration fee
**All students should have access to a piano for practice outside of class; daily practice ensures advancement in keyboard proficiency. Pencils are necessary at each class.
For further information or registration,
contact the Conservatory Outreach Office:
(440) 826-2365 -- conreach@bw.edu or
You can register online with the form below.
Group Piano Registration Form
You must read the Conservatory Outreach Policies prior to registration. You will be contacted within two business days to process your credit card payment.