Performance: CHAMBER MUSIC (for mixed instruments)

Every effort is made to place all participants in a group each semester. However, since the instrumentation of the pieces and the pool of players change, new groups are created every semester. Therefore, there is the possibility that not all students can be accommodated. It is our goal to provide every child with a quality chamber music experience.

Chamber music and Introduction to Chamber Music programs require an annual audition. Current students should be advised that the audition, weekly preparation, and commitment of each student will be taken into consideration when new groups are arranged.

Introduction to Chamber Music
Fee: $305/semester
Coordinator: Michael Bonner
Instructor: Faculty
Course: PY149
Location: TBA
Meets: Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 PM or 3:00-4:00 PM
This is a terrific opportunity for intermediate pianists, string, and woodwind players to play in small ensembles. The groups, consisting of three to six players, will explore a variety of repertoire, and study the techniques related to playing in chamber groups. Listening, balance, leading the groups, score-reading, and sight-reading are some of the skills introduced in the course. An end-of-semester performance is encouraged. Audition required. Please refer to the requirements for Longy Sinfonietta and Longy Junior Orchestra (see p. 35).

Chamber Music
Fee: $305/semester
Coordinator: Michael Bonner
Instructor: Faculty
Course: PY150
Location: TBA
Meets: Saturdays, 4:15-6:15 PM
Participating in chamber ensembles can provide the greatest satisfaction of playing a musical instrument. All upper -intermediate and advanced students are invited to enroll in Longy's chamber music program. Groups are formed according to age and level, and are coached by Longy's faculty and guest artists. To further expand their experiences, pianists may have the opportunity to perform on the harpsichord and violinists may be assigned to learn and perform on the viola. (Instruments are provided on a semester basis.) The young musicians learn the skills of advanced sight-reading and ensemble-playing as
they explore the chamber music literature. Performance is encouraged and opportunities to perform are available throughout the semester. (One hour
of coaching per week, plus one hour of rehearsal). Audition required. Please refer to the requirements for the Longy Youth Chamber Orchestra (see p. 36).

NEW! Sonata Class
Fee: $305/semester
Course: PY251
Instructor: Vilker
Location: TBA
Meets: Saturdays, Time TBA
This new class offers string players and pianists the opportunity to study and perform the rich sonata literature as equal partners. The class will accommodate two sonata pairs. Open to upper-intermediate to advanced players. Audition required.

Performance: Small Ensembles

Beginning Piano Duo Class
Fee: $305/semester
Course: PY081
Instructor: Perrone
Location: Room 17
Meets: Saturdays, 2:00-2:55 PM
This class is intended as an introduction to four-hand repertoire for children ages 7-10 playing at the late-beginner or higher level, with the ability to read music. During the semester, students will be matched with at least one duet partner, attend weekly coachings, and participate in at least one performance at the end of the semester. This is a wonderful opportunity for young pianists to engage with others in ensemble playing while strengthening sight-reading skills. Audition required.

Junior Piano Duo Class
Fee: $305/semester
Course: PY181
Instructor: Hutchins
Location: Room 301
Meets: Saturdays, 2:00-2:55 PM
In this class for intermediate-level pianists ages
10-14, students will be matched with at least one duet partner with the goal of preparing an end-of-semester performance. Weekly coaching is designed to supplement private lessons, broaden students' musicianship, develop ensemble skills, and allow students to benefit from interacting with other pianists at a similar level. Audition required.

Piano Duo Class: The Art of Performance
Fee: $305/semester
Section I - Course: PY281-A
Instructor: Amper
Location: Room 4
Meets: Saturdays, 1:00-1:55 PM
Section II - Course: PY281-B
Instructor: Amper
Location: Room 4
Meets: Saturdays, 2:00-2:55 PM
This class is open to upper-intermediate to advanced pianists. Students will be matched with a compatible partner and coached each week, and will participate in at least one performance per semester. Come
experience the wonderfully rich and varied repertory for piano four-hands! Audition required.

Longy Clarinet Ensemble
Fee: $305/semester
Course: PY158
Instructor: McGowan
Location: Room L-6
Meets: Saturdays, 10:00-10:55 AM
Experience the unique and wonderful sounds of playing in a clarinet consort. The class will focus on improving students' skills as ensemble players and familiarizing them with the various instruments in the clarinet family. Music will be selected from standard clarinet ensemble repertoire as well as arrangements of a variety of musical styles. This course is designed for intermediate players.
Audition Requirements:
G chromatic, C, F, and G major scales, all two octaves; two contrasting works-slow and fast; sight-reading.

Longy Flute Ensemble
Fee: $305/semester
Enjoy playing in a flute ensemble which is a
perfect addition to private lessons. Improve skills
in sight-reading, tone production, and expression
while preparing for performance.
Course: PY155
Instructor: Miller
Location: Room 7
Meets: Saturdays, 3:00-3:55 PM
Audition Requirements:
One solo piece and sight-reading.

Intermediate Saxophone Quartet
Fee: $305/semester
Course: PY159
Instructor: Radnofsky
Location: Room 7
Meets: Saturdays, 11:00-11:55 AM
Participating in a saxophone ensemble will give the intermediate player exposure to a broad range of musical styles. Repertoire will range from Renaissance and Baroque transcriptions to modern music and jazz. The ensemble will focus on improving intonation, sight-reading skills, tone, and ensemble playing.
Audition Requirements:
C and D major scales, two octaves; G, F, and
B-flat major scales, one octave; two contrasting
works-slow and fast; sight-reading.

Advanced Saxophone Quartet
Fee: $305/semester
Course: PY259
Instructor: Radnofsky
Location: Room 7
Meets: Saturdays, 10:00-10:55 AM
Students will rehearse and perform a range of classical and popular repertoire, from original works by Glazunov, Bozza, Pierne, etc. to Baroque and Classical transcriptions and works by today's composers. By invitation or audition, it is possible that additional sections (quartets) may be formed depending on qualified interested candidates. The ensembles will perform repertoire for the complete range of instruments (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone).
Audition Requirements:
All scales and one sonata or concerto from the standard repertoire.

Jazz-Rock Ensemble
Fee: $305/semester
Instructor: Masuko
Section I - Course: PY191-A
Location: Percussion Room
Meets: Saturdays, 10:00-10:55 AM
Section II - Course: PY191-B
Location: Percussion Room
Meets: Saturdays, 4:00-4:55 PM
A hands-on exploration of modern musical styles, this class will work to build repertoire in the areas of Jazz, Rock, Blues, and Funk. This course will introduce students to the concepts of ensemble playing, and teach them how to learn music by listening and improvisation. The ensemble will perform in an end-of-year concert. Ages 14 and up.

2007-2008 Preparatory Studies Catalog (See page 25-27)
2007-2008 Registration form and policies