Island Music Center Program Guide

Island Music Center (IMC) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit community music school.

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ProgramGuide

Music Lessons

Music Classes

Summer Music Camps

Drop-in Workshops

Concerts and Recitals

Recording Facilities

Rehearsal and Event Space

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2010 C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

January 4 Winter Session startFebruary 21 IMC Faculty ConcertMarch 19 Annual Parent MeetingMarch 29 – April 2 Spring Break (no lessons)April 11 Spring Session startsMay 9 IMC Faculty ConcertJuly 5 Summer Session startsAugust 2 – 6 Chamber CampAugust 9 – 13 Rock! CampAugust 29 Fall Session starts

Concerts and recitals are a regular feature of IMC’s calendar of activities. Check our website for event dates and the latest information: www.islandmusic.org. IMC also distributes a regular weekly e-mail newsletter “IMC MusicNews” with information about local music events. Send an e-mail to [email protected] if you would like to subscribe.

T H E I S L A N D M U S I C C E N T E RTen years ago a small group of music teachers on Bainbridge Island founded the Island Music Teachers Guild. Dedicated to providing quality music instruction, the organization has now grown into a thriving community music school with regular office hours and staff to welcome you. It is an accessible music resource center for all music lovers that brings the community together through music with events every week throughout the year, concerts, camps, recording facilities an informa-tive website, weekly e-mail newsletter and bulletin boards. The Center facility is a 10,000 sq ft building in Rolling Bay on Bainbridge Island, with teaching studios, classrooms, performance spaces, recording facilities, music library, and comfort-able community gathering places.


T O Q U A L I T Y M U S I C E D U C A T I O N

“At the Island Music Center we are passionate about music, and committed to offering quality education at all levels of learning. Our professional instructors encourage, inspire, and challenge each student to expand their musical world and make the most of all the performance opportunities we offer. Our mission is to enrich lives through music, by providing our community with accessible and relevant music education and musical experiences.

If you have queries about music instruc-tion, are looking for musical services or just want to be involved with music then please give us a call, or drop by the Center and take a look at our facilities. There is a Café on our campus and pleasant waiting area where you can read, browse music information and check out bulletin boards with information about local arts events and services. We look forward to welcoming you to the Island Music Center.”Dave BristowExecutive Director

Our Commitment

M U S I C E D U C A T I O NOur philosophy of music education is to promote the concepts of musician-ship and the value of applying these skills to benefit to your lifestyle. Important concepts of musicianship include technical competency, general music literacy, underlying theoretical structures, sight reading, ear training, exposure to relevant literature, opportunities to perform and play in ensembles, opportunities to participate in competitions and exams, selection and care of musical instru-ments, the importance of practice and self-learning.

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I N D I V I D U A L ( A L L A G E S )

Music lasts a lifetime. Whatever your skill level or age, you can always learn something new.

W E O F F E R I N S T R U C T I O N F O R :

Piano Voice Guitar (Electric, Acoustic, Bass) Strings (Violin, Viola, Cello, Fiddle)Woodwinds (Clarinet, Sax, Flute) Brass (Trumpet, French Horn) Percussion And More…

T U I T I O N : Monthly Installment Four 30 minute lessons $125Four 45 minute lessons $180Four 60 minute lessons $225 A 5% discount for the second and subsequent students from the same family is offered.

Receive two lessons free when you enroll in the Fall and pay through June.

Music Lessons


S T U D E N T R E C I T A L SPerforming is central to the IMC music education experience. Open to family and friends, student recitals are held throughout the year to spotlight accomplish-ments and progress. Each instructor holds one or two student recitals per year. In addition, IMC offers all students the opportunity to perform in the “Maverick Open Recital Series”, held on the 3rd *Sunday afternoon of each month. The Maverick Recitals provide a regular opportunity for students of various instru-ments to share the stage with others, performing either solo or in ensembles.

*Check our website for exact schedules.

S C H O L A R S H I P SMusic scholarships are sometimes available from a variety of agencies, please call for information. Bainbridge Teen Music Scholarships for guitar, voice, and piano, are offered through MCR.

Visit www.musiccommunityresources.com/teenscholarship.htm for application information.


Youth ClassesS M A R T S T R I N G S — B E G I N N I N G E N S E M B L E For 3rd – 6th gradesFriendly, small-group lessons in Violin, Viola, Cello, or BassMondays and Wednesdays, 4:15 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.Instructor: Leah Gowers [[email protected]]Tuition: $250Intermediate or continuation classes will be scheduled according to demand.

S M A R T B R A S S — B E G I N N I N G E N S E M B L E For 3rd – 6th gradesToot your horn! Lessons for Trumpet & French HornLearn to play a brass instrument in a small, friendly group.Wednesdays, 4:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.Instructor: Margaret Tufft [[email protected]]Tuition: $150Intermediate or continuation classes will be scheduled according to demand.

M U S I C I A N S H I P / T H E O R YBuild your musical foundation by learning the basics of reading and writing music. This course runs for 10 weeks and is good preparation for the National Music Certificate Program music theory examinations. The class is suitable for all ages.Fridays, 4:30 P.M. – 5:30 P.M.Instructor: IMC FacultyTuition: $115


S I G H T - S I N G I N GThis is a short course designed for all music students seeking to improve their music sight-reading skills. The course runs for 6 weeks and uses singing and clapping as a means to developing the reading of rhythm and pitch. The class is suitable for all ages.Mondays, 4:15 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.Instructor: IMC FacultyTuition: $60

S U M M E R P R O G R A M S

C H A M B E R C A M P : August 2 – 7, 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Instructors: Pat Strange & Margaret TufftTuition: $225 (includes a souvenir CD and photo)

R O C K C A M P : August 9 – 13, 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Instructors: Steve Newton & Randy ParrisTuition: $225 (includes a souvenir CD and photo)

D I G I T A L A U D I O S U M M E R : 6 week course (6 x 2-hour lessons) on a variety of electronic music and recording projects. Instructor: Dave BristowTuition: $135

J A Z Z R E H E A R S A L B A N D : 6 week course (6 x 2-hour lessons) for band instrument players looking to keep up their jazz skills over the summer break.Tuition: $135Course times may change — please check our website for exact schedules and current information.


F O R A D U L T S & T E E N S

C H A M B E R E N S E M B L E SOpen to all orchestral instruments, enjoy playing in a small chamber ensemble (grouped by ability). Existing ensembles are welcome to join. Prerequisites: Able to read music and basic skills on your instrument. Tuesdays, 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.Instructors: Pat Strange [[email protected]] & Margaret Tufft [[email protected]]Tuition $175 per semester

F L U T E C H O I RA blended “group” sound, focusing on tone, color, intonation, and vibrato is the hallmark of flute choir. Sessions cover flute basics, posture, breathing and technique.Prerequisites: Able to read music and be familiar with the flute.Tuesdays, 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.Instructor: Kate Kralik [[email protected]]Tuition $175 per semester

F I D D L E G R O U PRosin up your bow! Explore and develop traditional fiddle style technique. Learn by ear, and by note. CD and written materials provided. For all ages, both new and intermediate players.Tuesdays, 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.Instructor: Stuart Williams [[email protected]]Tuition $175 per semester

Evening Classes


M U S I C T H E O R Y & A P P R E C I A T I O NTake a fascinating journey inside music and explore how sound really works. Delight in listening to World Music, and peer into music’s history.Thursdays, 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Instructor: Carson Farley [[email protected]]Tuition: $175

M U S I C I A N S H I P / T H E O R YBuild your musical foundation by learning the basics of reading and writing music. This course runs for 10 weeks and is good preparation for the National Music Certificate Program music theory examinations. The class is suitable for all ages.Fridays, 4:30 P.M. – 5:30 P.M.Instructor: IMC FacultyTuition: $115

D I G I T A L A U D I O , R E C O R D I N G & M I D I C L A S S E SLearn how to use your PC for recording, sound design, MIDI music and more. Join our group of electronic music-makers. Interested in scheduling a class? Contact: Dave Bristow [[email protected]]Tuition: $125 (6 x 2-hour lessons)

S I G H T - S I N G I N GThis is a short course designed for all music students seeking to improve their music sight-reading skills. The course runs for 6 weeks and uses singing and clapping as a means to developing the reading of rhythm and pitch. The class is suitable for all ages.Mondays, 4:15 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.Instructor: IMC FacultyTuition: $60


A S S O C I A T I O N

Keely Sawyer presents The Suzuki Piano Association at the Island Music Center.

Group and individual piano lessons Monday through Thursday.

The Suzuki Method is based on the idea that children will absorb, and want to do, what they experience most in their environment.

The Suzuki Triangle: Parents + teacher + student = success & enjoyment!

For more information contact Keely:(206) 851-3021 [[email protected]]

Suzuki Piano

Linda Coral Slater presents Kindermusik at the Island Music Center.

Classes are held weekday mornings.

Village (newborn to 18 mos.)Our Time (18 mos. – 3 yrs.)Imagine That (3 – 5 yrs.)Young Child I & II (5 – 7 yrs.)

To find out which class is right for you and your child, contact Linda:(206) 842-0126 [[email protected]]www.lindacoralslater.kindermusik.net

Kindermusik


Musicians, beginners to experts, meet, play, and share your interests at one of our informal workshops. No registration needed, just “drop-in”. Our instructors donate their time to lead the workshops; to cover basic costs we ask for a donation of $5.

Call (206) 780-6911 to join the IMC e-mail list & find out what’s happening!

J A Z Z W O R K S H O PPlay jazz standards. Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 7:00 P.M.Instructor: Mike Sellman [[email protected]]

F I D D L E J A MBring your fiddle, banjo, guitar or whatever instrument you have and enjoy playing foot-tapping tunes of the Pacific Northwest and more. Beginners through experienced welcome. Every 3rd Thursday, 7:00 P.M.Instructor: Stuart Williams [[email protected]]

D R U M C I R C L EDiscover intriguing African, Haitian, and Cuban rhythms at this hand drumming circle. A few hand drums are available. Every 3rd Monday, 7:00 P.M.Instructor: Micah Harding [[email protected]]

Drop-In Workshops

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IMC Facilities R E N T A L S P A C E S

IMC facilities are available for rehearsals, piano or instrument practice, concerts or group events. Consider IMC for your next conference, business meeting or private party; there is plenty of space, tables, chairs and amenities. You can rent space in our studios, classrooms, or performance hall — all at affordable rates. Drum kits, pianos and PA are available. Prices for private or band rehearsal or *small group use are as follows.

Studios: $10 per hourClassrooms: $12 – 16 per hourConcert Hall: $25 per hour (includes use of kitchen)

Book the concert hall and promote your own concert at the IMC.

$60 booking fee + $25 per hour (minimum 4 hours) or 25% of door receipts

Use of Grand Piano $15 per session

Use of back projection $15 per session*Concert pricing applies for groups of 25 and over.

Studios (12) for teaching or rehearsal

Classrooms (4)

100 seat performance space: stage, PA, stage lighting, grand piano, and projection

Restrooms

Kitchens

Comfortable Lounge/Reception area

Onsite Parking

Wi-Fi access

24 bit 96 kHz capable Digital Production Studio

Library: sheet music; books on jazz, composers, and music history

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S E R V I C E S

R E C O R D I N GIMC offers digital 24 bit, 96 kHz capable recording of live performances and layered multi-track with PC-based processing equipment. With great playing spaces and knowledgeable staff, the IMC is a great choice for your next recording project from demos and audition recordings through to fully produced CD’s ready for duplication.

We can also help with the following:Audio cleanup of old recordingsTransfer of Cassette or Vinyl to CD CD Duplication & Publishing

M U S I C P R O D U C T I O NWith our resources and the combined knowledge of our staff and faculty, we can provide both technical and creative support for your music projects including:

Score printing, transposition, part extraction

MIDI music creation

Music to Video

Voice-over

C O S T S :Recording or Production with technical support:During business hours: $40 per hour + $10 per session set-up fee After 6:00 P.M. or weekends: $20 per hour surcharge

Production Studio with minimal tech support: $20 per hour

Recording prices include use of recording spaces, two audio CD’s, (and data CD if required)

Rates for other Music Production projects on a per-project basis

Music Technology


I S L A N D M U S I C C E N T E R

Your donation is important!

Course fees do not cover all of our expenses. IMC relies on our community’s financial support to continue offering quality music education, programs, and performances at affordable rates.

Be sure to ask your employer if they offer matching contributions.

Send checks payable to: Island Music Center 10598 NE Valley RoadBainbridge Island, WA 98110

Credit card payments Call: (206) 780-6911

We welcome you as a supporter at these suggested levels…

Minstrel — $30Troubadour — $100Concert Master — $250Maestro — $500Conductors Circle — $1,000

We also accept stock or endowment gifts. As a registered 510 (c) (3) non-profit organization, your donation is tax deductible within the extent provided by the law.

IMC is also generously supported by the City of Bainbridge Island, Bainbridge Community Foundation, Bainbridge Island Arts & Humanities Council, One Call For All, Eagle Harbor Properties, and the generosity of its patrons and supporters.

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IMG does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, handicap, or sexual orientation. Island Music Guild complies fully with federal law forbidding recipients of federal financial assistance from discriminating on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, handicap, or sexual orientation. In addition, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, handicap, or sexual orientation.


T O I S L A N D M U S I C C E N T E R

10598 NE Valley RoadBainbridge Island, WA 98110

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