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THE STUDIO:
Rock, Jazz & Folk at The Music School of Delaware
Did you know the Music School offers diverse programs in rock, jazz and folk music? Our expert faculty can provide training for individuals or coaching for existing groups. You may also participate in classes, workshops and demonstrations by noted guest artists and faculty members, many of whom perform in the Music School’s annual concert series. With expanded offerings in a range of musical styles, there is truly something for everyone! Concerts & Events
HEY, MR. DJ: A Workshop with DJ Amaze
Wednesday, October 19, 2011—7:00-8:30 p.m., Wilmington Branch
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the history, equipment, techniques and lifestyle of a DJ in this introduction by a DJ icon. Recommended for ages 12 to adults.
TICKETS: $5 each
MASTER CLASS & CONCERT: DePue Brothers
Saturday, November 12, 2011—10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Wilmington Branch
From 10:00-11:00 a.m. bluegrass/classical/rock violinists from the DePue Brothers and percussionist Don Liuzzi from the Philadelphia Orchestra will work one-on-one with students in an informal performance setting. At 11:00 a.m. enjoy a performance by the visiting musicians!
TICKETS: Free and open to public observation
ROOTS MUSIC WORKSHOP with David Bromberg
Tuesday, January 10, 2012—7:00-8:30 p.m., Wilmington Branch
Enjoy an insider’s look at the songs and sounds of roots music — from bluegrass to blues — with Grammy-nominated musician David Bromberg. Recommended for ages 14 to adults.
TICKETS: $5 each
OLD TUNE/NEW TUNE: A Song-Building Workshop with Nancy Josephson & Marc Moss
Tuesday, January 17, 2012—7:00-8:30 p.m., Wilmington Branch
Angel Band members Nancy and Marc will coach participants in writing their own songs and arranging familiar songs, offering tips and tricks for effective song-building. Recommended for ages 14 to adults.
TICKETS: $5 each
CULTURAL CROSSROADS: Rock My World
Saturday, May 12, 2012 — 7:00 p.m. workshop, 8:00 p.m. concert, Wilmington Branch
Primp for the concert with a rock & roll hair and makeup workshop. Concert features a decade-by-decade tour of rock ‘n’ roll history, presented by faculty band Believe You Me. Actor Allan Carlsen will MC with impressions of Dick Clark, Ed Sullivan and Simon Cowell. An email survey given in the fall of 2011 will allow audience members to help choose the music presented in this portion of the concert. In addition, Wilmington-area favorite Little Invisibles will perform a set of original songs, Music School student ensembles will rock out and students will exhibit original artwork inspired by classic album covers. Enter a raffle drawing to win “Guitar Pro” and “Band in a Box” recording software.
TICKETS: $10 adults, $5 seniors & students
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Wilmington Branch
PRIVATE STUDY
Ready to learn your favorite song? Sign up for lessons with our talented faculty on any of the instruments or styles below. Private study day/time is arranged through the Registrar and is subject to instructor availability. More details & tuition here.- Rock, R&B, Latin: bass guitar, drums/percussion, guitar, piano, voice
- Jazz: bass guitar, double bass, drums/percussion, improvisation, piano, saxophone
- Bluegrass & Folk: bass guitar, double bass, dobro, drums/percussion, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, plectrum banjo, 5-string banjo
- Irish: Celtic fiddle, Celtic harp
CLASSES & ENSEMBLES
NEW! ▶ BE THE DJ: Intro to DJing & Mixing12 to 18 years (DJ Amaze)
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Semester 1 starting October 26
Semester 2 starting February 15
The DJ is the foundation of popular music today. Be introduced to the art of DJing, including new technology and professional equipment, techniques for mixing music and career opportunities.
ENROLLMENT: One or both semesters
TUITION: $144 per 12-week semester
NEW! ▶ BRANDYWINE FIDDLERS
6 years and up (Shelley Beard Schleigh)
Saturdays, 3:15-4:15 p.m.
Starting date & schedule TBA
This premier, prize-winning fiddle ensemble features young violinists (Suzuki or traditional) performing Irish, Scottish, old-time and bluegrass fiddle tunes. The Fiddlers rehearse approximately 12 times per year and will participate in state and national competitions, high-profile performances and fundraising and outreach events for the school and community, often collaborating with the Matson Run Pickers. Enrollment is limited to a maximum of 10 students.
PREREQUISITE: Students selected by instructor
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: None
GUITAR & MANDOLIN ORCHESTRA
10 years to adults (Christopher Braddock)
Mondays, 6:45-7:45 p.m.
Starting September 19
Accustomed to playing alone, guitarists often overlook the importance of developing ensemble skills. Using a diverse repertoire of classical, jazz, folk and pop music scored for two or more instruments, this ensemble helps guitarists learn to play music with other musicians while also reinforcing good practice habits and providing a basic introduction to music theory and history. In addition, playing mandolin is a great way for violinists and violists to add new flavor to their music-making, as the instrument is essentially a violin with frets. Students have opportunities to compose original pieces for the group and to improve their improvisational skills. Open to acoustic and electric guitarists, as well as mandolin players and bass guitarists.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of the instructor; enrollment in private study
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: $215 per 16-week semester
MATERIALS: To be purchased by student
NEW! ▶ HISTORY OF JAZZ
12 years to adults (Robert Colligan)
Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Starting September 26
Where did jazz come from and why is it so popular? Given that jazz requires the performer to improvise new music at each performance, how much of it is really new? This class will examine the complex evolution of this uniquely American art form—born in the musical practices of West Africa and forged by an enslaved people, enriched by European influences, excited by the dance crazes of the 1920s, polished repeatedly only to be roughed up again by new generations.
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: $200 per 15-week semester
NEW! ▶ INTRO TO FIDDLING
6 years and up (Shelley Beard Schleigh)
Saturdays, 3:15-4:00 p.m.
12 classes: schedule TBA
Starting September 10
Traditional or Suzuki violin students can explore the fiddling techniques and repertoire of Irish, Scottish, old-time and bluegrass music. The class will be taught primarily by ear, with sheet music available as needed. An excellent preparation for the Brandywine Fiddlers.
PREREQUISITE: Suzuki Book 2 or equivalent
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: $100 per 6-class semester
NEW! ▶ INVITING THE MUSE: Song-Writing & Creative Expression
12 years to adults (Gina Degnars)
Tuesdays, 8:00-9:00 p.m.
Semester 1 starting October 18
Semester 2 starting February 14
Learn how to “invite the Muse” and access your unique creative expression. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced songwriter, this class will give you strategies to create powerfully authentic lyrics and effective melodies within a contemporary framework.
ENROLLMENT: One semester
TUITION: $144 per 12-week semester
JAZZ COMBO
14 to 18 years (Christopher Braddock)
Tuesdays, 7:15-8:45 p.m.
Starting November 8
Open to all instrumentalists, this ensemble focuses on small group playing in a variety of jazz styles, including standards and ballads, New Orleans parade tunes, bossa nova, klezmer, funk and jazz-rock fusion. Students will be coached on improvisation and part-writing and will play a central role in determining the arrangements of the songs and selecting music. Local jazz authorities and luminaries will be invited to work with the Jazz Combo throughout the year.
PREREQUISITE: Placement audition; older or younger students may be considered on an individual basis
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year, beginning after marching band season
TUITION: Semester 1: $121 for 8-week semester; Semester 2: $227 for 15-week semester
NEW! ▶ MATSON RUN PICKERS
10 to 18 years (Christopher Braddock)
Saturdays, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Starting date & schedule TBA
This prize-winning ensemble explores a variety of American folk music styles—from old-time and gospel to bluegrass and “newgrass”— along with the instruments of a traditional string band: guitar, banjo, mandolin, dobro, fiddle and bass. Students will be coached on musical style and improvisation, as well as technique and reading skills. The Pickers rehearse approximately 12 times per year and frequently collaborate with the Brandywine Fiddlers in performances and competitions.
PREREQUISITE: Students selected by instructor
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: None
NEW! ▶ ROCK ON! A Rock & Roll Performance Workshop
13 to 18 years (Christopher Braddock)
Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Starting October 8
By learning and performing popular rock songs from the 1950s to the present, students will develop solid ensemble skills in the context of a small rock band. A wide variety of sub-styles will be explored, with a secondary emphasis on musical analysis, improvisation, song-writing and the social history behind the music. Open to singers, electric and acoustic guitarists, bassists and pianists with intermediate proficiency on their instruments.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of the instructor; older or younger students may be considered on an individual basis
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: $180 per 15-week semester
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Milford Branch
PRIVATE STUDY
Ready to learn your favorite song? Sign up for lessons with our talented faculty on any of the instruments or styles below. Private study day/time is arranged through the Office Manager and is subject to instructor availability. More details & tuition here.- Rock, R&B, Latin: bass guitar, guitar, percussion, piano, song-writing
- Jazz: jazz combo, piano
- Bluegrass & Folk: plectrum banjo
CLASSES & ENSEMBLES
GARAGE BAND 10113 to 17 years, intermediate/advanced guitar, bass, drums & vocals (Nathan Ames)
Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Starting September 21
Do you dream of being a rock star? This class introduces students to playing rock music, with an emphasis on rehearsing, working out songs and performing with others. Students will be encouraged to compose original music and will have opportunities to perform throughout the year. Each section is limited to a maximum of two guitars, one bass, one drum set and vocals; additional sections of the class will be added as necessary.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of the instructor; younger students may be considered on an individual basis
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: $175 per 15-week semester
MATERIALS: To be purchased by student
GUITAR & MANDOLIN ORCHESTRA
10 years to adults (Christopher Braddock)
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Starting September 21
Accustomed to playing alone, guitarists often overlook the importance of developing ensemble skills. Using a diverse repertoire of classical, jazz, folk and pop music scored for two or more instruments, this ensemble helps guitarists learn to play music with other musicians while also reinforcing good practice habits and providing a basic introduction to music theory and history. In addition, playing mandolin is a great way for violinists and violists to add new flavor to their music-making, as the instrument is essentially a violin with frets. Students have opportunities to compose original pieces for the group and to improve their improvisational skills. Open to acoustic and electric guitarists, as well as mandolin players and bass guitarists.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of the instructor; enrollment in private study
ENROLLMENT: Entire academic year
TUITION: $110 per 15-week semester
MATERIALS: To be purchased by student
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Faculty
THE STUDIO: ROCK, JAZZ & FOLK
Nathan Ames, rock guitar, bass guitar, Garage Band 101 - MB
Christopher Braddock, rock & folk guitar, bass guitar, dobro, mandolin, plectrum banjo, Rock On!, Jazz Combo, Matson Run Pickers, Guitar & Mandolin Orchestra - WB; rock guitar, bass guitar, plectrum banjo, song-writing, jazz combo - MB (C, D)
Robert Colligan, rock, jazz & folk double bass & bass guitar, jazz improvisation, History of Jazz - WB
Zachary Crystal, rock, jazz & folk drums/percussion - WB
Gina Degnars, Inviting the Muse - WB
DJ Amaze, Be the DJ - WB
Dennis Fortune, jazz piano, jazz improvisation - WB
Jessica Graae, rock voice - WB
Vince Lardear, jazz saxophone, jazz improvisation - WB
Margaret Love, Celtic harp (SD) - WB
Mary Kate Newell, rock piano - WB
Albert Pinkerton, rock & jazz piano - MB
David Poland, folk & Celtic fiddle - WB
Walter “Skip” Rohrich, rock & jazz drums/percussion (D) - WB
Shelley Beard Schleigh, Intro to Fiddling, Brandywine Fiddlers (C, M) - WB
Mark Unruh, folk mandolin, 5-string banjo - WB
Honey Voshell, rock drums - MB
Larry Walker, rock & jazz drums, jazz combo - MB
Janet Witman, Celtic harp - WB
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2011-2012 Information Guide
The Music School of Delaware is proud to be an active partner in the IN Wilmington Arts Campaign. 
Programs are made possible, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency dedicated to nurturing and supporting the arts in Delaware, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.
