Musicianship and Theory (ages 5–18)
The CMS Musicianship Program is designed for students ages 5–18. This continuum of classes will familiarize students with important music literacy skills that will aid security in reading, hearing, and understanding music. Classes will be taught in a creative and lively manner and will include elements of composition.
A skills assessment is given at the beginning of each semester to make sure that students are placed in the appropriate class. If there is question about which course to register for, contact the CMS director. Financial aid is available for these classes.
Musicianship A (ages 5–7)
This 10-week class will introduce basic note reading, rhythmic reading, and ear-training skills. Students will have the opportunity to strengthen these important skills through a series of creative games.
Details
Includes: Ten 30-minute group lessons.
Instructor: Abigail Foster
Dates:
- Fall 2023: Thursdays, September 14 through November 16 (No class 11/23 for Thanksgiving Break; Makeup class 12/1, if teacher misses). Visit the calendar for details.
- Spring 2024: Thursdays, February 1 through April 11 (No class 3/28 for Spring Break; Makeup class 4/18, if teacher misses). Visit the calendar for details.
Time: 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Community Music School - 315 E. College St., Oberlin
Tuition: $100 per semester
Musicianship B (ages 8–11)
This 10-week class is a continuation of Musicianship A. Focus will be put on note reading with speed, understanding more complex rhythmic patterns and meters, and further building ear-training skills. In order to provide an engaging experience for the student, games will continue to be the focus of this class. Upon completion of this class, students should be ready to join the Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra(s) and/or the Oberlin Community Music School chamber music program.
Details
Includes: Ten 45-minute group lessons.
Instructor: Abigail Foster
Dates:
- Fall 2023: Thursdays, September 14 through November 16 (No class 11/23 for Thanksgiving Break; Makeup class 12/1, if teacher misses). Visit the calendar for details.
- Spring 2024: Thursdays, February 1 through April 11 (No class 3/28 for Spring Break; Makeup class 4/18, if teacher misses). Visit the calendar for details.
Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Location: Community Music School - 315 E. College St., Oberlin
Tuition: $130 per semester
Musicianship C (ages 11–16)
This 10-week class will offer the emerging musician the musical skills to develop instrumental or vocal proficiency. The student will go through a systematic approach to building the fundamentals of scales, keys, meter, rhythm, and ear-training. Students may be asked to bring their instruments to class.
Details
Includes: Ten 45-minute group lessons.
Instructor: Abigail Foster
Dates:
- Fall 2023:
- Thursdays, September 14 through November 16 (No class 11/23 for Thanksgiving Break; Makeup class 12/1, if teacher misses). Visit the calendar for details.
- Spring 2024: Thursdays, February 1 through April 11 (No class 3/28 for Spring Break; Makeup class 4/18, if teacher misses). Visit the calendar for details.
Time: 7:15- 8:00 p.m.
Location: Community Music School - 315 E. College St., Oberlin
Tuition: $130 per semester
If your student is new to CMS, please contact Director, Louise Zeitlin at lzeitlin@oberlin.edu.