| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Aston Magna Third Annual Workshop for Classical Period Woodwinds at Brandeis UniversityPresented by Aston Magna Music Festival June 17-June 22, 2012 Focusing on music for Harmonie, Mozart’s wind ensemble.
Instructor: Stephen Hammer, classical oboe; and Eric Hoeprich, classical clarinet
Private coaching and regular ensemble rehearsals.The workshop culminates in an informal concert by the participants. | Aston Magna Music Festival | 06/17/12-
06/22/12 | Great Barrington |
Youth Summer Musical WorkshopsPresented by Acton Performing Arts Experience July 9-August 3, 2012 Acton Performing Arts Experience is debuting Musical Theater Summer Workshops for children entering grades 1 through 6. Our program offers performing arts skills through licensed Broadway musicals, seasoned faculty with extensive experience in musical theater and performance, and a supportive community to build friendships for life. The first performance we will be preparing and presenting for family is "A Year With Frog And Toad, Kids." The second performance is "You're a... | Acton Performing Arts Experience | 07/09/12-
08/03/12 | Acton |
Cultural Survival BazaarPresented by Cultural Survival July 14-July 15, 2012 An International Festival of Native Arts & Culture Featuring artisans, products, & performers from around the world. Shop handmade art, jewelry, clothing, crafts, decor, tribal rugs, & much more. Enjoy FREE music performances, presentations, Native American storytelling, educational displays, craft-making demonstrations, & ethnic cuisine. Proceeds support Native artisans, fair trade, and Cultural Survival's non-profit work worldwide. For special features, artisan... | Cultural Survival | 07/14/12-
07/15/12 | Tiverton |
Cultural Survival BazaarPresented by Cultural Survival July 21-July 22, 2012 An International Festival of Native Arts & Culture Featuring artisans, products, & performers from around the world. Shop handmade art, jewelry, clothing, crafts, decor, tribal rugs, & much more. Enjoy FREE music performances, presentations, Native American storytelling, educational displays, craft-making demonstrations, & Wampanoag cuisine. Proceeds support Native artisans, fair trade, and Cultural Survival's non-profit work worldwide. For special features, artisan... | Cultural Survival | 07/21/12-
07/22/12 | Falmouth |
Bastille Day Party 2012Presented by The French Cultural Center July 13, 2012 The French Cultural Center’s 37th Bastille Day Party returns to Marlborough Street for what promises to be the celebration of the summer! Notably the largest Bastille Day Party in the U.S., this year’s line-up, programmed by World Music/CRASHarts, Inc., features two incredible francophone acts: Award winning Modern African Instrumentalist, Diblo Dibala, known as the fastest guitarist from Congo and Sarazino, presenting a musical melting pot of roots reggae and Latin grooves with... | The French Cultural Center | 07/13/12 | Boston |
Yidstock: The festival of new Yiddish musicPresented by Yiddish Book Center at National Yiddish Book Center July 11-July 15, 2012 Enjoy a phenomenal week of performances, music-related films, lectures, exhibitions and other events culminating in two days of concerts featuring top names in klezmer and Yiddish music: Socalled with Michael Winograd Trio, Hankus Netsky & Hebrew National Salvage, Frank London's Klezmer Brass Allstars with Eleanor Reissa, and Grammy Award-winners the Klezmatics. | Yiddish Book Center | 07/11/12-
07/15/12 | Amherst |
Songwriting Workshop with Bob Franke at Fuller Craft MuseumPresented by Fuller Craft Museum at Fuller Craft Museum June 23-June 24, 2012 Join us in the natural environment of Fuller Craft Museum to be inspired by art, nature, and the talented Mr. Bob Franke.
Space is limited. Please register in advance online. An instrument is not required. Song is a powerful and often underutilized medium of transformation. Bob Franke's songwriting workshops have inspired songwriters all across the United States to tap more deeply into this power and take responsibility for it as artists. The workshops involve individual... | Fuller Craft Museum | 06/23/12-
06/24/12 | Brockton |
Beginning Percussion Classes (Ages 4-6; 7 years and older)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 16-August 2, 2012 This class presents a fun, yet structured, introduction to drumming. Students will play assorted percussion instruments, including snare drum, drum set, hand drums, marimba, mallets, bells and shakers. The class is an excellent foundation for students preparing to start lessons on any instrument. Current students will quickly improve their rhythmic skills.
Instructor: Scott Pittman
Session I: July 16-19 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week)
Session II: July 30-August 2... | Brookline Music School | 07/16/12-
08/02/12 | Brookline |
Meet the Instruments! (Ages 6-9 years)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School June 25-June 28, 2012 Cello, clarinet, drums, flute, guitar, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, violin and more! During this four day course, your child will learn the basics of each instrument, decide on a favorite and, by the end of the session, be able to play a tune! This fun course is so popular we have added another session in August!
Instructors: Piano, Guitar, Percussion, Winds, Strings Faculty
Session I: June 25-28 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week)
Session II: August... | Brookline Music School | 06/25/12-
06/28/12 | Brookline |
Two-Week Intensive Recording Project (Ages 8 years to adult) Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 10-August 2, 2012 (Formerly known as Jazz in July)
Experience the fun of ensemble playing and the excitement of recording. Over the course of twelve hours, students will rehearse and record a four-song CD, drawing on a variety of musical styles. Novice, intermediate and advanced ensembles are available. Placement is determined by prior evaluations.
Instructor: John Purcell
Session I: July 10-19 (Tues/Wed/Thurs, two-weeks)
Session II: July 24-August 2 (Tues/Wed/Thurs,... | Brookline Music School | 07/10/12-
08/02/12 | Brookline |
Music & More (Ages 4-6 years)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 9-July 19, 2012 Now in its 18th year, our two-week Music & More Summer Arts Program offers children a variety of music, dance and art activities in an interactive, creative environment. Children are divided by age into small core groups, each with its own lead teacher who takes the children through daily activities. They are encouraged to talk, play and interact with fellow classmates and faculty in this safe, fun, inspirational atmosphere. More classes may be added for an extended day!
| Brookline Music School | 07/09/12-
07/19/12 | Brookline |
Young Beginners Piano: Introduction to Music for Little Mozarts (Ages 4-6 years)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 9-July 26, 2012 Our Young Beginners Piano course is specifically designed for children ages 4-6 years old and includes movement, song, play and pretend activities, designed to provide a balance between the discipline necessary for playing piano and the enjoyment derived from the process of music-making. By the end of the week, students will be able to read and play simple melodies, recognize notes on the keyboard, and understand the basics of rhythm and notation. This is a great introduction to our Music... | Brookline Music School | 07/09/12-
07/26/12 | Brookline |
Beginning Piano Classes (Ages 7-12 years; 13 years and older; adult)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 16-August 2, 2012 This class offers a creative alternative to private lessons. Students will learn the basics of rhythm, notation and ear training in a relaxed group setting that incorporates music and movement with basic keyboard skills. By the end of the session students will be able to read and play simple melodies, recognize all notes on the keyboard, and understand the basics of rhythm and notation. This class is a solid introduction for students who are planning to start individual lessons, or wanting... | Brookline Music School | 07/16/12-
08/02/12 | Brookline |
Voice for Beginners (Ages 7-9 years; 10-12 years)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 9-July 26, 2012 If you love to sing for your friends and family, or even in the shower, this is the class for you. Perfect for young singers who may not be ready for private lessons. We’ll explore what makes our voices tick and what qualities make a performance great.
Instructor: Voice Faculty
Session I: July 9-12 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week)
Session II: July 23-26 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week) | Brookline Music School | 07/09/12-
07/26/12 | Brookline |
Music Technology/GarageBand (Ages 7 years and older)Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 9-July 26, 2012 Students will learn the basics of recording, receive education in song writing, music theory, arranging, and use their own instrumental skill to record great songs; they’ll even be singing! GarageBand is an invaluable tool for students who are interested in more than just learning the notes. No previous recording experience necessary.
Instructor: Scott Pittman
Session I: July 9-12 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week)
Session II: July 23-26 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs,... | Brookline Music School | 07/09/12-
07/26/12 | Brookline |
Youth Chamber Music Institute, Summer Program for ages 7-14Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music July 23-August 3, 2012 Come play with your friends with an introduction to chamber playing! String and piano students, ages 7-14, are invited to join us for a two week long program to make music with other aspiring young musicians. Throughout the two weeks participants will engage in chamber repertoire, master classes and music theory for beginners through collaborative activities and games.
Dates: July 23- August 3, 2012
Times: 9:00-1:00pm
Ages: 7-14
Fee: $550 | New School of Music | 07/23/12-
08/03/12 | Cambridge |
Kids' Cabaret, summer musical theater program for ages 7-14Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music July 2-July 20, 2012 Throughout this three week musical theater program, kids work in a fun, up-beat and supportive atmosphere. Classes incorporate singing, acting and dancing plus prop and set design. Throughout the program, team-building is integral to the learning process and is explored through theater games, script-writing exercises and improvisation. The session culminates in performances of songs, scenes and dance from the musical theater repertoire.
Date: July 2 - July 20, 2012; No class on... | New School of Music | 07/02/12-
07/20/12 | Cambridge |
Group Piano: Learn & Listen— An exploration of the Piano! Summer Program for ages 7-10Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music June 25-July 6, 2012 Learn & Listen— An exploration of the Piano! For ages 7-10 years old
Through these two weeks, students will get the opportunity to learn basic piano skills, explore the many great masterpieces of piano music and learn to write their own music through basic theory and rhythm activities!
Two week program.
Times: 9:00-12:00pm
Ages: 7-10
Fee: $400 | New School of Music | 06/25/12-
07/06/12 | Cambridge |
World Music Explorers; a summer program for ages 5-10Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music August 13-August 17, 2012 A hands-on introduction to world instruments, dance and art. Students explore the world through music through a series of daylong workshops to include dance, song and games from around the world all led by New School master musicians.
Dates: August 13 - 17, 2012
Times: 9:00-3:30pm
Ages: 5-10
Fee: $400 | New School of Music | 08/13/12-
08/17/12 | Cambridge |
Introduction to Cello and Violin; a summer program for ages 5 - 10 Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music August 6-August 17, 2012 During this two week program, children ages 5 - 10 years old will be able to try, hands-on, the cello and violin. Program will integrate singing, movement and musical games to strengthen their musical knowledge.
Dates: August 6 - 17, 2012
Times: 9:00 - 12:00pm
Ages: 5-10
Fee: $400; instruments provided | New School of Music | 08/06/12-
08/17/12 | Cambridge |
Musikgarten, Family Music for ages newborn - 3 years oldPresented by New School of Music at New School of Music July 5-August 9, 2012 A music class for newborns through three year olds and the adults who love them!
Designed for caregivers and their babies/toddlers to take together, these weekly classes help you learn how to play musically with your children. Together you’ll sing, chant, move, dance, listen, and play simple instruments, all activities that bridge the natural connection between music and movement . When you go home, you can continue the fun with a superb CD recorded by a fine... | New School of Music | 07/05/12-
08/09/12 | Cambridge |
Summer Acoustic Music Week 2012Presented by WUMB at Geneva Point Center July 15-July 21, 2012 Now in it's 17th year the Summer Acoustic Music Week (SAMW)sponsored by WUMB Radio offers participants the chance to work with some of the best folk and acoustic musicians and teachers in the country. Each week is filled with intensive instruction, jamming, workshops, concerts, open mikes and musical collaboration with instructors attuned to the needs of each student. No matter your musical skill or experience, you can enjoy your week at SAMW. | WUMB | 07/15/12-
07/21/12 | Center Harbor |
Summer Acoustic Music Week 2012Presented by WUMB at Geneva Point Center August 19-August 25, 2012 Now in it's 17th year the Summer Acoustic Music Week (SAMW)sponsored by WUMB Radio offers participants the chance to work with some of the best folk and acoustic musicians and teachers in the country. Each week is filled with intensive instruction, jamming, workshops, concerts, open mikes and musical collaboration with instructors attuned to the needs of each student. No matter your musical skill or experience, you can enjoy your week at SAMW. | WUMB | 08/19/12-
08/25/12 | Center Harbor |
Fiddle MastersPresented by Suzuki School of Newton at First Baptist Church in Newton August 24, 2012 American Fiddle Method author and world touring fiddler, Brian Wicklund returns by popular demand bringing a hand picked array of musicians to perform fiddle, bluegrass, Appalachian, Swedish, country---terrific barrel 'o fun music. A pleasure for all ages, this is the highlight of the summer season in the heart of Newton. This concert is in conjunction with the 4-day FiddlePal camp held at the Suzuki School of Newton for ages 9-adult. | Suzuki School of Newton | 08/24/12 | Newton |
Vocal Arts FestivalPresented by Winchester Community Music School at Winchester Community Music School June 18-June 22, 2012 Open to singers ranging from ages 10-18, male and female. This week-long Festival is designed to assist you with the integration of singing with movement and acting to bring your vocal study to a new level. Each participant is assigned two pieces of music, musical theatre and art song, along with an acting dialogue. These tools will be used throughout the week to help you learn that singing is much more than "just singing." | Winchester Community Music School | 06/18/12-
06/22/12 | Winchester |
Music Adventure WeekPresented by Winchester Community Music School at Winchester Community Music School June 25-June 29, 2012 Music Adventure is a wonderful week-long program just for kids ages 4-8! Come explore music through song, movement, stories, games and art projects. With fun activities, your child can discover how rhythm and melody work together to create music. Younger students create their own musical instrument, while older students learn how to play the recorder. | Winchester Community Music School | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Winchester |
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