Activity Guides Fall/Winter 2014-2015 | Page 13

Leisure Clap Your Hands 4 months - 4 yrs, accompanied by an adult An exciting musical time for your child and you – this is an introduction to music when he or she is most able to learn – the first years of life. Fun filled classes of singing, dancing, movement and instrument play. Parents learn how to enrich their child’s music environment, increase music potential and understand music development. Classes are designed to continue with learning from one season to the next and accommodate beginners each season. To learn more check out www.themusicclass.com Lesson book and CD to be purchased from instructor for $30 + tax. Beasley Centre Instructor: Rhonda Pigott of DuncanDale Music Studios $125 10 classes Tuesdays 9:30-10:15 am Fall Sept 16-Nov 25 (no class Nov 11) Code: 0914.084 Winter Jan 6-Mar 10 Code: 0115.085 Music for Little Mozarts 4 - 6 yrs, accompanied by an adult Come with your 4-6 yr old to meet Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse on their musical adventures in this award-winning piano method for children. Together we discover the fun of music and piano through many activities including, learning to read music. Music for Little Mozarts is an introduction to piano, music and movement curriculum specifically designed for ages 4-6 years. The course centers on the adventures of Mozart Mouse and Beethoven Bear as they learn about music. As their adventures unfold throughout each book, with their two special friends, Mozart Mouse and Beethoven Bear your child will be introduced to piano through stories, movement, rhythm games, fun songs to sing and dance to, and keyboard work. What we “might” learn during our first semester: Piano posture, Hand position and fingering, Piano and forte, Playing groups of 2 and 3 black keys - solid and broken, Using and indentifying quarter notes, rest, bar lines, double bar lines, repeat signs. Each child will learn at their own speed, as each child is at a different stage of their physical development. This program also helps in the development of small muscle dexterity and coordination. Our key focus in this course is that you and your child have FUN. A piano or keyboard is required for home practice. Lesson books for $20 and optional CD $20 to be purchased from instructor. Beasley Centre Instructor: Rhonda Pigott of DuncanDale Music Studios $125 10 classes Tuesdays 11:30-12:15 am Fall Sept 16-Nov 25 (no class Nov 11) Code: 0914.088 Winter Jan 6-Mar 10 Code: 0115.089 African & Arabic Drumming Circle A drum circle is a rhythm-based event where people gather in a circle to express themselves with African drums and percussion instruments. A facilitator guides the session, encouraging and supporting people as they reconnect with their innate sense of rhythm. Inclusiveness is a core principle; people of all backgrounds, mobility, ages and skill levels can participate. Beethoven Bear’s Boogie Band 4 - 6 yrs, accompanied by an adult Each session will have dozens of rhythms that will be transferred and practiced in a fun, dynamic and interactive way. Drums and instruments will be provided; anyone with their own drum is encouraged to bring it. Beasley Centre Mondays Sept 15 Nov 17 Feb 16 Facilitator: David Beaudoin 7-8:30 pm $15 + tax per night Code: 0914.090 Code: 1114.091 Code: 0215.092 Join our musical friends for this time of adventure and musical discovery. Beethoven Bear’s Boogie Band is a music introduction program for ages 4- 6 years. This fun approach to musical learning develops singing, structured and expressive movement, rhythm activities, listening skills and playing simple instruments. This program centers around the adventures of Beethoven Bear, Mozart Mouse and friends as they learn about music. Beasley Centre Instructor: Rhonda Pigott of DuncanDale Music Studios $125 10 classes Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 am Fall Sept 16-Nov 25 (no class Nov 11) Code: 0914.086 Winter Jan 6-Mar 10 Code: 0115.087 Register: Online www.lakecountry.bc.ca or Phone 250-766-5650 Page 13