Fall 2023

Fall 2023 Classes and Course Offerings

FALL REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY OPEN!

Please note the Fall 2023 sessions will be in person on the Azusa Pacific University campus.
*We are STILL OFFERING PRIVATE ONLINE LESSONS via ZOOM!

In Person Registration: Saturday September 9th, 2023. 10:00am - 11:30am.

Fall Semester: 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023.

Pre-Recital Videos: Due November 4th, 2023.

Fall Recital: Saturday November 18th, 2023 (1:00pm and 2:30pm; times subject to change)

*There will be no official class during Thanksgiving Break for APU students. Any necessary make up private lessons can be scheduled on these dates at the convenience of the instructor.

For more information, please visit: https://www.azusaconservatory.org/

PAYMENT: At this time, we are currently accepting ONLINE PAYMENTS for Conservatory lessons and classes. Please visit our website and navigate in the top menu to the Payments tab, or go to https://formstack.apu.edu/forms/azusa_conservatory_payment_form

If online payments will not work for you, please contact Dr. Alexander Koops ([email protected]) for more information.

*For all minors (under 18), a legal parent or guardian must be present in person on the first day of lessons (or if lessons are on zoom, on the first zoom call lesson) to confirm and approve the lessons or make a separate zoom appointment to verify and approve the lessons.

Fall Registration is OPEN

Scholarship Application

Class and Course Offerings

World Music Symphony Orchestra

Prerequisite: 1.5 years of study on the instrument that they will play in the orchestra. No age requirements.
Instruments: Orchestral instruments
Time and dates: Saturdays 9:30am - 11:30 am, Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Room 122 (Room subject to change)
Description: Come experience an exciting exploration of music from around the globe! Participate in rehearsals and concerts that develop a variety of worldwide artistic expressions and cultural understanding. The orchestra is led by Raphaela Lacerda who is from Brazil and has an amazing background working with Suzuki violin and conducting orchestras with youth as well as adults. This positions the orchestra as a unique environment for youth to develop musical and cultural literacy.
Cost: $125 for the 10-week session.
Questions, please contact Raphaela Lacerda <[email protected]>
Special promotions:
+If taking private lessons on an orchestral instrument, either student or professional level, WMSO is FREE! Please let us know if you would like that option by selecting the appropriate choice below.

ACM Choir

Ages: Recommended for 11 and up, younger students by audition (no need to audition if you have previously been in choir with Ms. Hamilton).
Time and dates: Saturdays 10:30am - 12:00pm, Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023.(Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Room 116 (Room subject to change)
Descriptions: A great opportunity to learn basic musical concepts while developing vocal skills in a group setting! This class also offers an opportunity to perform out in our community!
Prerequisites: Audition
Cost: $125 for the 10- week session.
Questions? Please contact Kristen Hamilton <[email protected]>"

SHINE Choir (K - 4th)

Ages: Recommended for ages 5-10 (Kindergarten through 4th grade)
Time and dates: Saturdays 9:00am - 10:00am, Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University Warren School of Music, Room 111
Descriptions: A great opportunity to learn basic musical concepts while developing vocal skills in a group setting! This is our beginning choir and a great place for those who are just starting out!
Cost: $65 for the 10 week session.
Questions? Please contact Kristen Hamilton <[email protected]>"

Tiny Tunes Choir

Ages: 2-4
Time and dates: 11am-12pm Sept 23- Nov 18
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Room 116 (Room subject to change)
Description: Sing with the best of them! This group focuses primarily around introducing young children to choral singing and developing their love and passion for music! They will learn team working skills while also advancing their musical abilities. Parents are expected to participate in class with their child.
Questions? Please contact Autumn Jacobs <[email protected]>
Cost: $65

Pop Rock Band

Ages: 9 and up
Instruments: Voice, Guitar, Bass, Electric Guitar, Drums, Percussion, Keyboard/Piano, any other instrument you would like to rock out on? We are open to have you play!
Time and dates: Saturdays 11:00am - 12:30pm. Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Room 127 (Room subject to change)
Description: Rock out this fall in a modern-pop band-style ensemble! Play today's greatest hits while you learn to read lead sheets, perform cover songs, and create your own original songs!
Prerequisites: At least 1.5 years of music experience or by audition. ALL instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome, but we are especially looking for singers, drum set players, bass players, guitar, players, and piano/keyboard players.
Questions? contact: Alexander Koops <[email protected]>
Cost: $125

Beginning Level Composition

Ages: 7 - 12
Time and dates: Saturdays, 12:00pm - 12:55pm. Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University Warren School of Music, Computer "Midi Lab" (on the East side of the Faculty Parking lot)
Description: Students will learn about the basic elements of music and how to utilize them in creating original compositions. Students will be required to write their own music using the musical programs Soundtrap or Noteflight for video clips that vary in environment, mood, instruments, and length. An introduction into these programs will be discussed. The ability to read music notation is not required for this class. All of you need is a good set of ears and a lot of curiosity to begin! Those who are able to read are welcome to attend in order to gain a deeper understanding of music in the context of images and motion.
Cost: $65 for the 10 week session.
SPECIAL PROMOTION: If you are also enrolled in a private lesson, you can receive 50% off composition class tuition!

Intermediate to Advanced Level Composition

Ages: 12 - 18 (younger by audition)
Time and dates: Saturdays, 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University Warren School of Music, Computer "Midi Lab" (on the East side of the Faculty Parking lot)
Description: Music is a vital part of any film soundtrack and is often used to support and enhance the emotional experience of each scene. Early films lacked audio and depended on a local musician to perform or improvise a supporting music soundtrack. The Library of Congress collections include several early films from this era. In this class, students will explore film soundtracks and analyze how music soundtracks may enhance and support video. Students will use their knowledge of music theory to create an original soundtrack for an early silent film.
Cost: $65 for the 10 week session.
SPECIAL PROMOTION: If you are also enrolled in a private lesson, you can receive 50% off composition class tuition!

Beginning Guitar Class

Ages: 7-10 years old
Time and dates: Saturdays, 10:00am - 10:50am, Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University Warren School of Music, Room: 127
Description: Come and learn to play Guitar!
Prerequisites: Come and learn to play Guitar! This class starts from the very beginning, no previous experience necessary!
Cost: $50 for the 10 week session.

Beginning Ukulele Class

Ages: 7-10 years old
Time and dates: Saturdays, 9:00am - 9:50am. Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University Warren School of Music, Room: 127
Description: Come and learn to play Ukulele!
Prerequisites: Come and learn to play Ukulele! This class starts from the very beginning, no previous experience necessary!
Cost: $50 for the 10 week session.

Tap Dance

Teacher: Autumn Jessel
Time and dates: Saturdays, 8:00am - 9:00am. Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Room 122 (Room subject to change)
Description: A tap class for beginning-intermediate students! Whether it’s your first time wearing tap shoes, or you want to take your tap skills to the next level, this class will help you thrive! Students will focus on the art of combining dance and sound by practicing different movements, rhythms, patterns, techniques, and tricks! Tap dancing is a blast, and it makes you smarter!
Cost: $75
Questions? Please contact Autumn Jessel <[email protected]>

Group Voice Class

Ages: 12+ years old, younger or older students by approval
Teacher: Kristen Hamilton
Time and dates: Saturdays, TBA. Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Piano Lab (Room subject to change)
Description: Come and learn to sing! No experience necessary Work your way through four semesters of classes and then graduate to private lessons and ensembles!
Cost $100
Questions? Please contact Kristen Hamilton <[email protected]>

Group Piano Class

Ages: 6-10 years old, younger or older students by approval
Ages: 6-10 years old, younger or older students by approval
Teacher: TBA
Time and dates:
Saturdays Beginner Level 1. 9:00 am – 9:40 am.
Saturdays Beginner Level 2. 10:00am-10:40 am.
Saturdays Intermediate. TBA
Fall Semester 10 Saturdays, September 16th, 2023 - November 18th, 2023. (Time subject to change)
Location: Azusa Pacific University, Warren Piano Lab (Room subject to change)
Description: Come and learn to play piano! Level 1 starts from the very beginning, no previous experience necessary! Work your way through four semesters of classes and then graduate to private lessons and ensembles!
Prerequisites for Level 1: None, Ages 6 - 7.
Prerequisites for Level 2: Completion of Group Piano Class Level 1, 1 semester of group piano at another school, OR approximately 10 private piano lessons. Ages 8 +
Prerequisites for Intermediate: Completion of Group Piano Classes Level 1 and 2, 2 semesters of group piano at another school, OR approximately 20 private piano lessons. Ages 8 +
Cost $100
Questions? Contact Alexander Koops <[email protected]>

Private Lessons

We have two levels of private lessons: Private Professional Lessons taught by our ACM professional level teachers or Student Teacher Private Lessons taught by APU music majors. We offer private lessons on all instruments for both levels.

Student Teacher Private Lessons are offered on all instruments. These lessons are taught by APU music majors who are currently earning their music degrees at APU. These well educated and dedicated music majors will provide 30 min lessons on Saturday mornings for 10 weeks. Your child's lesson time will be arranged to fit class schedules and you will be contacted the week before for specific lesson times.

For Private Professional Lessons we always have on staff a professional level guitar, voice and piano teacher as those are our most popular lessons. If you need professional level lessons for any other instrument please choose "Other Private Professional Lessons" and list the instrument your child plays. We will then hire a professional from our list of available instructors for you. Ten, 30 min lessons will be given over the course of 10 weeks by one of our professional teachers. Lessons are by arrangement and students will be prepared for participation in the end of semester recital.

* We are still offering PRIVATE LESSONS ONLINE VIA ZOOM! Please select the "ONLINE VIA ZOOM" option on the registration form if you are interested in this.

*For all minors (under 18), legal parent or guardian must be present in person on the first zoom call lesson to confirm and approve the lessons or make a separate zoom appointment to verify and approve the lessons.

Student Teacher Private Lessons

Days and Times: By arrangement. Will be contacted after registration.
Cost: $200 total for ten, 30 min. lessons. (Full hour lessons are available!)

Private Professional Voice Lessons
No Scholarship Available

Days and Times: By arrangement. Will be contacted after registration.
Ages: 11 and up, under 11 by audition.
Cost: $360 total for ten, 30 min lessons. (Full hour lessons are available!)

Private Professional Guitar Lessons
No Scholarship Available

Days and Times: By arrangement. Will be contacted after registration.
Ages: 11 and up (7-10 years old we recommend group guitar class)
Cost: $360 total for ten, 30 min lessons. (Full hour lessons are available!)

Private Professional Piano Lessons
No Scholarship Available

Days and Times: By arrangement. Will be contacted after registration.
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: $360 total for ten, 30 min lessons. (Full hour lessons are available!)

Private Professional Guzheng Lessons
No Scholarship Available