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GUITARWBSM Bands Program Why should I play in a band? What types of bands are available? How do I sign up to be in a band? How much does it cost? How can I learn more about the bands offered?  Improve Your Skills, Make New Musical Friends Have you always wanted to play in a band, but didn't know how to get started, or couldn't find others who shared your taste in music, or skill level? Maybe you played in a band when you were younger, but gave it up because of family, work, or other commitments; now you have the time, but no longer have the musical connections. Whatever your circumstances, the West Bank School of Music has a long record of successfully matching students with compatible abilities and interests in a band led by one of our talented faculty. WBSM has professional musicians on our faculty who lead bands of varied experience levels in a variety of styles. The band members and instructor set their goals, choose music, work on arrangements, and rehearse weekly. The instructor often plays with the group. Not Sure About Playing In A Band? Playing in a band is one of the most rewarding of all musical experiences. In addition to the simple joy of collaboration, playing in a group improves your sense of timing, hones your listening and practice skills, exposes you to songs you might not otherwise learn, and gives you musical friendships that can endure and grow well beyond the life of the band. In short, playing in a band makes you a better musician all the while you are enjoying yourself and making friends. What types of Band experiences do you offer? WBSM offers band experiences in the following styles: African Music - Siama Matuzungidi Drum Corps - Curly Martin American Folk Music - Dale Dahlquist Gospel and Blues - TBD Balkan Folk Music - Nickolai Kolarov Jazz - Paul Renz & Maggie Roston Bluegrass - Bill Philipp Jazz-fusion, Jazz-rock - Maggie Roston Blues - Jim Ouska Original - TBD Classical - Stefan Kac, Maggie Roston Rock - TBD Composer-Performer Orchestra - Stefan Kac Teen Rock - TBD Dixieland - Paul Fonfara Vocal - Bobbi Miller
How do I sign up to be in a band? There are three easy steps to register:
Level I - Bands meet for 16 weeks or more in weekly 90-minute sessions. They work on building a song repertoire, but there are no long-range goals or performances planned. These players, generally advanced beginners through intermediate, focus on the art and craft of group playing. Level II - These are on-going groups whose players make a minimum one-year commitment, with weekly 90 minute rehearsals. Made up of more experienced intermediate and advanced players, these ensembles make longer range plans in terms of repertoire, performing and promotion. Most Level II players participate for 2-3 years. These ensembles are for musicians dedicated to the "long haul" with professional or more serious amateur musical ambitions. Composer and Performer Orchestra This is a chance for young or adult students to join an ensemble where the students write the music! Through workshops and performing their own music as well as that of other students, members of this ensemble acquire the skills to become more complete musicians, empowering them to forge their own musical paths. Includes one group rehearsal and one individual private lesson each week. This program runs year-round in 4 week sessions. The base cost is $100 for six 90 minute sessions, but prices vary somewhat by instructor. The cost for Composer and Performer Orchestra is $160 for one weekly 1/2 hour private lesson and one weekly 90 minute group rehearsal for four weeks. Band Program Descriptions Jazz, Jazz-fusion, and Jazz-rock Bands for Youth or Adults - Maggie Roston Jazz is spontaneous and fun; it expands the imagination and sharpens the mind. The positive environment of the Jazz Ensemble is perfect to develop your skills as an improvising musician. We are offering Youth Ensemble, (grades 6 to 12) and Adult Ensemble. According to demand, each age level will offer groups for beginners to intermediate and intermediate to advanced. Jazz/jazz-fusion/Jazz-rock groups will play music by Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, David Sanborn, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker, Freddie Hubbard, Eddie Harris and many others, including students’ favorite groups and originals. Composer-Performer Orchestra for Youth or Adults - Stefan Kac A: The West Bank School of Music Composer-Performer Orchestra (CPO) is an educational program for musicians of all ages who are interested in writing and performing their own instrumental music. Q: How is the program structured? A: The program runs in 4-week sessions. Students attend CPO activities twice a week when the program is in session: One Class Meeting (all students present)
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WEST BANK SCHOOL of MUSIC 1813 South 6th St. Minneapolis, MN. 55454 (612) 333-6651 info@westbankmusic.org |
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