Private Lessons Private lessons are available throughout the summer for voice and most instruments. If you are a new student interested in pursuing private instruction and need to be placed with a teacher, please contact Denise Carter at 617-876-0956 x650 or
. To continue private lessons for the summer session, contact Karen Burciaga, the Associate Registrar, at or 617-876-0956 x532.
HOW TO READ MUSIC Course #: TH001
Instructor: Van Buskirk
Meets: Wednesdays, July 9-30 (4 mtgs)
Time: 6:00-7:00
Fee: $120
A basic class for those who have never really learned or those who need to refresh their studies from long ago. Pitches, rhythm, musical signs and notations are covered. Students will work from a workbook, and homework will be assigned. The material will fit into any musician's knowledge but is specifically geared to singers in the Voice Class. No prerequisites! Ages 15 and up.
MUSIC THEORY I Course: TH011
Instructor: van Buskirk
Meets: Tuesdays/Thursdays, June 3-July 3 (10 mtgs)
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Fee: $360
For adults with some musical experience and knowledge of notation, this class solidifies knowledge of scales and intervals and introduces chords in major and minor keys and their inversions. The course integrates ear training, keyboard harmony, and performance issues into a discussion of the ingredients of chord progressions.
Note: Students who would like to pursue more individualized or advanced theory study can arrange for private or semi-private tutorials. For further information about theory levels and private instruction, please contact Karen Burciaga, the Associate Registrar, for further information. 617-876-0956 x532
INTRODUCTION TO MIDI AND SEQUENCING
Course #: TH030
Instructor: VAN BUSKIRK
Meets: M + W June 2-June 25 (8 meetings)
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Fee: $240
This course introduces students to computer music
by covering technical information about MIDI protocol,
sequencing, and control. It will allow significant
time for "hands-on" work with the instructor
to solve technical problems encountered by the student.
Students will be required to spend about four hours
per week in the studio alone and by the end of the
course will produce a small project to demonstrate
knowledge of techniques covered in class.
INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSING WITH DIGITAL AUDIO
Course
#: TH031
Instructor: VAN BUSKIRK
Meets: M + W July 7-July 23 (6 meetings)
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Fee: $360
This course immerses students in the world of digital
audio. Technical information about digital audio, hard
disk recording techniques, and basic approaches to
synthesis will be covered. Significant time will be
allowed for "hands-on" work with the instructor
to solve technical problems encountered by the student.
Students will be required to spend about four hours
per week in the studio alone, and, by the end of the
course, will produce a small project to demonstrate
knowledge of techniques covered in class.
LONGY COMPUTER MUSIC GROUP - SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Sound Synthesis and Digital Processing with Csound and Supercollider
Course: TH033-A
Instructor: van Buskirk
Meets: W June 4 – July 23
Fee: workshop is free of charge. Registration required.
The Longy Computer Music Group is open to anyone interested in learning and sharing new sounds, techniques, and concepts in computer music. This summer’s workshops will feature sound synthesis and digital processing techniques focusing on the freely available Csound and Supercollider software packages. The weekly workshops will cover multiple topics including an introduction to Supercollider, creating interactive audio processes, and computer assisted composition. The workshops are designed for people of all experience levels. A laptop computer with Csound and Supercollider installed would be helpful for workshop participation, but this is not mandatory. Please contact Jeremy Van Buskirk at for more information.
CHAMBER MUSIC
CHAMBER MUSIC ENSEMBLES Fee: $165
Course #ES002
Instructor: Faculty
Meets: By Arrangement
Chamber ensembles provide a unique opportunity to experience the joys of making music with others. Students will schedule 4 2-hour sessions. One hour will be coached and the second hour will be a rehearsal. At more basic levels, students will be taught how to rehearse on their own, and to make their rehearsals productive. More advanced groups will be able to explore the music on their own, continuing to develop their skills. With instructor approval, additional coachings may be arranged with the registrar. Groups will be encouraged to give an informal performance Students who are new to the program must schedule an audition. For further information, contact Denise Carter at 617.876.0956 x650 or
Registered groups who wish to continue during the summer may contact Karen Burciaga for registration and tuition information.
EARLY MUSIC + DANCE
INTRODUCTION TO FIGURED BASS
Course #: EM001
Instructor: FITCH
Meets: M June 9-30 (4 meetings)
Time: 7:30-9:00pm
Fee: $225
Creating a continuo part from a figured bass is one
of the most satisfying challenges in music. Designed
for those with basic keyboard harmony skills, this
course also covers improvisation on a bass line in
several styles. Open to all musicians at an intermediate
level.
EARLY DANCE WORKSHOP
Fee: $310
Instructor:
PIERCE
Meets: Sun-Sat July 20-26
Time: 9:00am-6:00pm
Fee:
An intensive workshop in early dance, with emphasis on baroque dance but also including a daily late-renaissance dance class. Intended for experienced dancers with a serious interest in early dance, the workshop will include classes in technique, repertoire, and dance notation, with opportunities for independent projects and performance. This year's workshop will focus on dances in the Roussau manuscript, and will run concurrently with the International Baroque Institute at Longy (IBIL), allowing the possibility of joint performances with IBIL students.
RESEARCH + MATERIALS INTENSIVE
Course #: ID512
Instructor: FITCH
Meets: TBA
Time: TBA
Fee: NC $1380 or 2 credits: $2760
This course, required for all students enrolled in Longy's Master of Music program, prepares participants to work with the tools of a music research library and acquire the skills for becoming more knowledgeable performers. Participants will construct outlines, give oral presentations, and write one full-length research paper. Classes will meet for 12 two-hour sessions, to be arranged by the instructor. Requires at least 3 hours of library research outside of class.
SMALL JAZZ ENSEMBLES
Course #: MA002
Instructor: faculty
Meets: TBD (4 meetings)
Time: arranged
Fee: $165
Ensembles will be established according to instrumental category and ability, and will emphasize the development of improvisational skills. Repertory will consist of jazz standards and Real Book tunes. Students will also have the opportunity to explore Brazilian musical styles and the "free jazz standards" of the avant-garde composers. There will be a concert performance at the end of the summer session.
PIANO DUO: Four Hands are better than Two
Course #PI081
Instructor: Perrone
First meeting: Thursday, June 26
Time: 6-7:30pm
Fee: $300
Experience the incredibly rich world of four-hand piano repertoire in a structured, supportive setting. The goal is to channel existing pianistic abilities into this delightful, intimate form of chamber music. These six substantial sessions are intended to bring students to a point where they can continue on their own to explore the diverse world of this genre which ranges from delightful trifles to some of the great masterpieces of music. There will be an opportunity for an informal recital after the last session. Students will audition and be paired to form a duo for the duration of the course. Existing duos are also encouraged to audition. Six 45 minute coachings will be arranged with the instructor, and students will rehearse in pairs on their own for an additional 45 minute-minute slot. Open to intermediate to advanced pianists.
This time slot will accommodate 2 pairs. Additional times may be arranged upon demand.
VOICE CLASS
Course #: VO010
Instructor: ANKER
Meets: T + TH July 8-31 (8 meetings)
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Fee: $205
If you wish to learn vocal skills from the ground
up, this class is for you. Learn breathing, posture,
and how to do an effective warm-up. As a group we will
sing a wide range of songs from folk songs, pop and
show tunes to simple classical songs. Each student
will progress to sing solo songs of his/her own choosing.
A fun way to learn to practice and improve. For adults
and students ages 15 and older. Prerequisite: ability
to read music or concurrent enrollment in "How
to Read Music". Students who register concurrently
in the Voice Class and How to Read Music will receive
a 25% discount on How to Read Music. Enrollment limited
to 20.
PREPARING FOR CHORUS AUDITIONS
Course #: VO013
Instructor: ANKER
Meets: T July 8-29 (4 meetings)
Time: 7:30-9:00pm
Fee: $135
Chorus singers! Come work on your voice in a comfortable
group setting, prepare an audition piece, and practice
sight-reading in this four-week course. You will learn
effective warm-up exercises to get your voice in shape
for the fall auditions and practice learning new pieces
effectively. You will also have a chance to stand up
and sing your audition piece in the comfortable ambience
of a supportive class. Classes will include a look
at some local choruses to help each student set realistic
goals. Enrollment limited to 12. Must have ability
to read music but not necessarily sight-read.
