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| IMM:
Introduction to Music-Making
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| Age |
7-9 years |
| Grade
Level |
2nd and
3rd grade |
| What
is Learned |
- How
to produce a blended unison sound.
- Kodaly hand signal system for learning scales (solfeggio).
- Ability to internalize a steady rhythmic beat |
| How
it’s Learned |
- Movement
exercises.
- Rhythmic exercises.
- Playing instruments.
- Singing music from around the world.
- Self-paced study of the Young
Singer’s Workbook, assisted by volunteer coaches. |
| Rehearsals |
- Once
a week on either Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon from 4:45
– 6:15 p.m.
- Rehearsals are held at the Mable
House Arts Center, Porter
Sanford Performing Arts & Community Center, All Saints
Catholic Church, and the Callanwolde
Fine Arts Center .
- The program is concurrent with the school year, beginning
in August and continuing through May. Specific dates can be
found on our Calendar. |
| Performances |
The Introduction
to Music-Making (IMM) Choir regularly performs recitals for
friends and family. |
| Tours |
IMMs are eligible to
participate in the Training Tours.
Cost for these tours will vary depending on location. |
| How
to Audition |
- Singers
should be prepared to sing any unaccompanied song of their
choice.
- Auditions are held in
the late spring and summer prior to the new season.
- Occasionally mid-year auditions are held in December. |
| Tuition |
- Annual
tuition is $550 plus a $50 registration fee.
- Scholarships are
available based on financial need and musical ability. |
| Uniforms |
Black
pants and an AYS uniform shirt and a black skirt for girls. |
