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Preparatory Program

The Preparatory Program is available to students ages 7-17. This program offers conservatory quality training complete with private lessons, master classes, keyboard and theory classes, ensembles and performance opportunities. Benefits of the program include access to instruments, private lessons, academic support, and college preparation support. Participants in the Preparatory Program are required to complete 10 hours of community service yearly.
 
 
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OPC Preparatory Studies in Music Program for Aspiring Young Musicians for youth 7-17 who are passionate about playing an instrument and who will put in the time and effort required to advance and excel in music performance.
 

PREPARATORY PROGRAM  
3/15-5/22/2013
 
Weekly schedule
Wednesday: Vocal, Dance, Drum set, Music Fundamentals/Theory, Private Lessons (as requested), Frederick Douglass Youth Ensemble (pre-professional training ensemble)
Saturday: Marimbas, Percussion, Guitar

Most classes will have 2 levels: 
Level 1-beginner, less than one year experience
Level 2-at least one year experience, ability to read music, ability to play a scale
 
 WEDNESDAY

4:00-4:10
Circle
 
4:10-5:00
Level 1 Studio Classes
Level 2 Theory

5:00-5:50
Level 2 Studio Classes
Level 1 Theory Class

5:50-6:00
Circle/Works in Progress

6:00
Dismissal

Attendance Requirement
  • Wednesday - All students
  • Saturday: Marimba Ensemble
  • Ensemble Requirement: Performance in Wind Ensemble or Diaspora Orchestra, Frederick Douglass Youth Ensemble Preparatory, Marimba Ensemble -  Level 1
  • Audition Only Ensembles: Frederick Douglass Youth Ensemble (Pre-professional training), Marimba Ensemble -Level 2
Saturday Percussion Course is designed to give students an experience of multiple drumming styles and instruments. The class will explore percussion from a variety of cultures including, but not limited to: Congas, Cajon,Djembe, Steel Pans, Batá
 
Cost of Attendance
$25 Registration
$25 Supplies/Books
$15 - per day 
 
Payment plans accepted.
 
 

Oakland Public Conservatory of Music - 1616 Franklin Street - Oakland, CA 94602 - (510) 836-4649 
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