School Description

Instrument Instruction: SoM offers aural and technical instruction on melodic/harmonic instruments including guitar (electric & acoustic), bass, piano, keyboards, mallet instruments, ukulele and voice as well as rhythm based hand percussion - i.e. djembes, congas, timbale, cajon, shakers etc. and drum kit. Music Technology Instruction: SoM offers music technology instruction on Apple computers/iPads using software/hardware including Ableton Live, Novation Launchpads, Garageband, Logic X, Final Cut Pro, Roli Equator synthesis, turn tabling, beatboxing, recording and music video production. SoM has a full complement of equipment resources, i.e. microphones, audio interfaces, PAs and mixers. Music Design Instruction: SoM offers instruction in all facets of musical design including improvisation, both formal and informal, songwriting, composition and arranging, using written, aural and technology mediums. Performance Instruction: SoM offers instruction in all facets of performance including ensemble based contexts, choir, solo performance, voice/mic projection and technique as well as stage craft. Advanced Musical Studies: SoM offers advanced aural and technical instruction in all facets of contemporary theory, instrument technique and conceptual visioning. Young Music Makers: Young Music Makers is an early childhood music and movement experience for children aged 6months to 6 years, and the adults who love them. Classes include singing, movement, chanting, and instrument play in an informal mixed-age environment.