Preparatory Studies: General Information

Director’s Welcome

Welcome to the Community Division at the Longy School of Music, one of New England’s renowned music teaching institutions. For over 93 years, Longy has thrived on transmitting the joy of music making while cultivating a standard of excellence to students of all ages in the Greater Boston area.

I would like to share with you some of the exciting programs and classes Longy has to offer taught by our distinguished and dedicated faculty. It is our goal to reach out to students of all ages and abilities and welcome them to the Longy family.

Our Preparatory Studies program includes courses ranging from music and movement classes for toddlers and their parents, private instruction, a distinguished theory program, both large and small ensembles. For the more serious and dedicated young musicians we have the Young Performers Program that provides superb musical training and performing experience, and prepares students for a lifetime of involvement in music and the arts.

Because we believe that music is a life-long experience, our educational programs continue for adults. Our Continuing Studies program offers a wide variety of classes for adults either exploring music for the first time, or renewing their passion for music. In addition we are proud to be a part of the Creative Aging movement by offering classes such as Singing for Seniors and Dalcroze for Seniors classes that are having a tremendous impact on students, not only enriching their musicality and creativity but improving the quality of their lives as well.

We look forward to seeing you at Longy!

Sincerely,

Miriam Eckelhoefer
Director of Community Programs

Community Programs 2011-2012 Catalog (PDF)
2011-2012 Academic Year Calendar (PDF)
CP Concert Schedule (PDF)

Community Programs Academic Year Calendar

FALL SEMESTER 2011
August	Saturday, August 27	Fall Auditions for Ensembles
September	Thursday, September 1	Fall Semester Registration For prep classes and all lessons
	Wednesday, September 7	Fall semester begins* *All classes, ensembles and lessons begin
	Sunday, September 11	Open House and Instrument Petting Zoo with Family Series Concert
	Monday, September 12	Continuing Studies Classes Registration Deadline
	Monday, September 19	Continuing Studies Classes Begin
October	Sunday, October 30	Concerto Competition Preliminaries
November	Sunday, November 6	Concerto Competition Finals
	Wednesday‑Sunday, November 23-27	Thanksgiving Break
	Thursday-Sunday, November 24-27	BUILDINGS CLOSED
December	Sunday, December 4	Family Series Concert
	Saturday, December 17	Young Performer’s Technical Juries
	Tuesday-Monday, Dec. 20-Jan. 2	Community Programs Winter Break
	Saturday-Monday Dec.24-Jan. 2	BUILDINGS CLOSED
January	Tuesday, January 3	Classes resume Fall Semester Lessons & Classes Resume
	Monday, January 9	Spring Semester Registration Deadline for prep classes and all lessons
	Saturday, January 14	Make Up Day for Fall Dalcroze Classes Last day of private lessons No regularly scheduled ensembles or classes
	Saturday-Sunday, January 14-15	End of Semester Ensemble Concerts
	Monday, January 16	Martin Luther King Day---no regular scheduled lessons or classes
SPRING SEMESTER 2012
	Tuesday. January 17	Spring Semester Begins (Continuing Studies Classes begin March 5)
February	Sunday, February 12	Open House and Instrument Petting Zoo with Family Series Concert
	Saturday, February 18	Make-Up Day for Snow Cancellations (private lessons)
	Saturday--Friday, February 18-24	February Break
	Saturday, February 25	Saturday classes, ensembles and lessons resume
	Monday, February 27	Continuing Studies Classes Registration Deadline
March	Monday, March 5	Continuing Studies Classes Begin
	Sunday, March 11	Private Lessons Evaluations
April	Monday-Sunday, April 16-22	Spring Break
	Saturday, April 21	Make-Up Day for Snow Cancellations (classes, ensembles and private lessons)
May	Saturday, May 5	Young Performer’s Repertoire Juries
	Saturday, May 19	Last day of private lessons (no regularly scheduled ensembles or classes) Make-up day for Dalcroze classes
	Sunday, May 22	Concert Day * Last of Spring Semester*
	Saturday-Sunday, May 19-20	End of Semester Ensemble Concerts
	Monday-Sunday, May 21-27	EnsemblesMake-Up Week
June	Thursday-Sunday, May 31-June 3	Auditions for 2012-2013 Ensembles
	Saturday, June 2	Awards Ceremony at 4:00pm in Pickman Hall Young Performer’s Showcase at 7:00pm

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HOW TO ENROLL

The Age Chart for Courses & Ensembles gives an overview of age guidelines for our offerings. Eurhythmics classes do not require a personal placement procedure. Simply follow the registration procedures for the age appropriate class.. Classes and ensembles which require special auditions or placement procedures are clearly noted.

Private Lesson Placement
Private lessons are offered on all instruments and at all levels. Excellent string training is available through traditional study or through the Suzuki program. The private teacher will guide students in their solo studies and advise on preparation for participation in ensembles. Beginning Piano Classes and Eurhythmics Plus Classes are excellent preparation for private study.

It is recommended that vocal students wait until age 14, when the voice matures. In the meantime, students may take advantage of the chorus program, which offers a sound approach to readiness for private training or our Introduction to Vocal lessons. Basic musicianship (theory) and piano studies are also recommended.

A semester of lessons is 16 weeks. The teacher and family will decide on the appropriate length of lesson (30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes) for the age and level. Lessons may take place Monday– Saturday, depending on teacher availability, Longy offers a variety of special discounts—some specifically for students enrolled in private lessons. Please see our registration policies for more information.

Suzuki Program Placement
Families who wish to enroll in the Suzuki program (for violin, viola, or cello) should contact the Community Programs Office at 617.876.0956 x1650.

Ensemble Auditions & Placement
Placements for theory classes, choruses, and chamber ensembles will be held from June 2, 2011-June 5, 2011. There is an audition fee of $25 for all students new to Longy, $15 for current Longy students wishing to advance to a higher level. For more information and a list of the audition requirements for the 2011-2012 Community Programs Auditions please click on the following link: Community Programs Ensemble Audition Information (PDF)

For further information on lesson placement, ensemble auditions or any other inquiries, please contact the Community Programs Office at 617.876.0956x1650 or email us at communityprograms@longy.edu.

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REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION POLICIES
Private lesson students must register and pay for the entire semester prior to the first lesson. Students must receive approval from their instructor to register for less than a full set of lessons (16 lessons) in any semester. If those students register for additional lessons in that semester, they will be charged an add-on fee of $10.

Private lessons rates range from $1,400–$1,800 each semester. Tuition includes workshop and recital performance opportunities. All class fees listed in this bulletin are for one semester of study. Students must register and pay in full prior to the first class or lesson.

In order for the school to process registrations, returning students must be in good financial standing with Longy and must pay any outstanding balances prior to registration. Questions regarding registration policies may be directed to Community Programs Registrar, at communityprograms@longy.edu or 617.876.0956 x1650.

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT

Longy accepts payments by debit card, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover. Cash and check payments are not accepted.
All tuition and fees must be paid in full prior to the first lesson, class, or rehearsal.

FEES

REGISTRATION FEE
A nonrefundable $30 registration fee is required of all students each semester. (No registration fee is assessed for one-day workshops.) Students who register and pay for the entire year at the opening of school in September will be charged only one registration fee. Families with multiple registrants will be assessed one registration fee per semester.

LATE FEE
For returning students—registrations received after September 1st, 2011 will be assessed a late fee of $30.00.

DISCOUNTS
Longy offers a variety of generous discounts and encourages students to familiarize themselves with the discount packages and their restrictions described below.

– Family discount: If two or more family members register for a full set of lessons in a semester, Longy will charge the full tuition amount for the most expensive full set of lessons. Every other full set of lessons will receive a $75 discount.
– Private lessons: A student enrolled in more than one full set of private lessons in a semester will pay full price for the most expensive full set, and receive a $75 discount on every other full set.
– Course discounts: Students taking a full set of private lessons in a semester will receive a $35 discount on the price of courses taken in the same semester. This discount does not apply to performing ensembles or chamber music and is not applicable to students in the Young Performers Program.
Restrictions: A student may take advantage of only one discount package. Students who qualify for more than one package should calculate their tuition with each discount, and then use the method that provides the greatest savings. Students receiving financial aid are not eligible for additional discounts.

WITHDRAWAL FROM CLASSES – REFUND POLICY
Please read carefully the following information regarding refunds for classes (with special circumstances for early Dalcroze classes) and for studio lessons. In all cases, the $30 registration fee is nonrefundable.

Prior to first class meeting: 100% refund
Prior to fourth class (classes 1–3) meeting: 50% refund
After fourth class meeting: No refund

The following withdrawal policies apply to only to the Dalcroze classes below:

Music and Movement
Early Beginnings
Stepping Stones

Prior to first class meeting: 100% refund
Prior to fourth class (classes 1–3) meeting: 70% refund
Prior to sixth class 50% school credit* (classes 4–5) meeting: No cash refund
After sixth class meeting: No refund

* Student can apply credit to current school year or to the following school year if registered by June 1. A student who needs to withdraw can apply credit towards another Dalcroze class or Suzuki studies.

WITHDRAWAL FROM LESSONS

Prior to first lesson: 100% refund
Prior to second Full refund, minus
lesson (lesson 1): the cost of one lesson
Prior to fourth lesson
(lessons 1–3): 50% refund
After fourth lesson: No refund

Course Cancelation
Longy reserves the right to cancel classes at any time. Students enrolled in a class cancelled by Longy will receive a full refund, including the registration fee. If a class is cancelled, registered students will be notified by phone and/or email.

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GENERAL POLICIES AND INFORMATION

MAKE-UP LESSONS
Longy allows only one make-up lesson per semester due to the student’s absence. In order to qualify for the make-up lesson, the student must have given 24-hour notice to the teacher or, in the case of an evening lesson, must have called by 5:00 PM of the previous day. Exceptions to this deadline include sudden hospitalization or physical accident. Missed lessons in excess of the one allowed missed lesson will not be made up and no refund will be given. If the teacher cancels a lesson, the lesson will be made up.

AUDIO AND IMAGE RECORDING POLICY
By registering for classes and/or lessons at Longy, you grant the Longy School of Music, and those acting on its behalf, the authorization to:

Record all students’ participation and appearance on video media, audio media, film, photograph or any other medium.
Record all students’ work, including musical compositions, on video media, audio media, film, photograph, or any other medium. – Use all students’ names, likenesses, voices, and
biographical materials in connection with
these recordings.
Exhibit or distribute such recordings in whole or in part without restrictions or limitations for any educational or promotional purpose, which the Longy School of Music and those acting on its behalf deem appropriate.

Students who may have commitments to any other person or entity, which would conflict with the rights granted above, are responsible for informing the school in writing of these relationships at the time of registration.

The Longy School of Music reserves all rights to any and all video media, audio media, film, or photograph recordings made of its students’ performances.

BAKALAR LIBRARY
Students who wish to check out books and scores from the Bakalar Library may apply for a library borrowers card valid for the current semester. Borrowing privileges will expire at the end of the semester, but may be renewed when the student re-registers. Sound recordings and audiovisual materials do not circulate, but may be used within the library (please note that recordings must be requested ahead of time so they can be retrieved from storage). For further information, please visit the library web page.

CANCELLATIONS AND CLOSINGS
In case of snow or storm days, classes and lessons will be cancelled and rescheduled during the make-up week. Announcements of closings will be carried on WRKO-AM (680), WHDH-TV (Channel 7), WCVB-TV (Channel 5), and on Longy’s phone system greeting. Only one snow day per academic year will be made up.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Longy School of Music does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age in its admission, education programs, activities, or employment practices.

COMMUNICATIONS / PUBLICATIONS
All event dates and information pertaining to various programs are printed in our Preparatory or Continuing Studies e-newsletters. This newsletter contains the most up-to-date information on concert dates, special events, student achievements, special parent meetings and programs, and faculty news. To be placed on our mailing list and receive our monthly newsletter, please email us at communityprograms@longy.edu.

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FINANCIAL AID

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Financial assistance for Preparatory students is awarded annually and is based on an individual’s financial need, musical accomplishment, and dedication to musical studies. All financial aid applications are reviewed by a Financial Aid Committee. Aid is very limited, and full tuition is not awarded. All students currently receiving financial aid must reapply for each year.

Deadline to apply: June 1, 2011. Applications received after June 1st will only be considered if funding remains and cannot be guaranteed aid. For further information contact the Community Programs Office at communityprograms@longy.edu or call us at 617.876.0956x1650.

Named Scholarships
Longy designates named scholarships to students who meet the eligibility requirements of each award. No separate application is required. All financial aid applicants are considered for the awards for which they are qualified. These awards are presented at our annual Preparatory Awards Ceremony.

Roth-Donaldson Scholarship An endowed scholarship established by John and Harriet Carey to support a Preparatory Studies student who demonstrates financial need.

Minnie Goldberg Memorial Scholarship An endowed scholarship established by Arthur Goldberg to support a Preparatory Studies student under the age of 12.

Michael B. Packer Prize for Excellence in Piano Studies and Preparatory Studies Scholarship. An endowed scholarship established in memory of Michael B. Packer to be awarded to outstanding Preparatory Studies piano students.

Irene Epstein Rosenthal Memorial Scholarship An endowed scholarship established by Ralph and Leila Rosenthal in honor of Ralph’s mother. This scholarship is for a Preparatory Studies piano student who demonstrates financial need.

Sophie Vilker Young Performers Chamber Orchestra Award. An endowed scholarship established by Tun-hou and Chuwenching Lee in honor of longtime Longy faculty member Sophie Vilker. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Preparatory Studies student in the Longy Youth Chamber Orchestra.

Judith Kotok Memorial Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established in memory of Longy faculty member, Judith Kotok by her husband, Alan Kotok. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Preparatory Studies student in the Young Performers Program.

Frank H. Keith Scholarship This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Frank Keith, a longtime lover of music and friend of the Longy School of Music. This scholarship is awarded to a wind player of any age. Mona Lu Scholarship This endowed scholarship was established by many donors to support a Preparatory Studies student who demonstrates financial need.

Longy Leadership Award
As Longy serves its mission to prepare musicians to make a difference in the world, Community Programs announces the Longy Leadership Award for High School freshmen, sophomores, and juniors currently studying at the Longy School of Music. The award is designed to recognize dedicated young musicians who possess an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for community service. Eligible students will have studied at the school for at least one school year. A tuition scholarship in the amount of up to $500 will be awarded to students who are selected to take part in the program and participating students will represent Longy as ambassadors at special events at Longy and in the local community.

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