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We create music ensemble classes for communities of kids/families who don't have access at their school sites, or they want a different kind of music experience. We have current classes and camps set up for Clairemont Mesa and North Clairemont, Balboa Park Area, La Mesa, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Escondido, Orange County YMCA Homeschoolers and Offer Privately Scheduled Private/Group Classes also! We do have virtual options and pop in classes!
My child isn't sure which instrument they want. How should we pick?
Interested in learning music? Come to one of our FREE instrument sampling sessions in San Diego and surrounding areas! Our music education specialists help your family try out all the different instruments we teach in our music ensemble classes. We help you pick an instrument based on the sound they like best, and which one feels most natural to play!
How do you teach so many instruments at once successfully?
Pamela Miller, founder and music director, is highly skilled in multi-instrument teaching techniques and thrives with groups! We use a method book specifically made for band and orchestra teachers who are teaching students a variety of instruments at once. This is the way band and orchestra is taught in school, and is very normal although it can be hard for non-music teachers to comprehend. Pamela holds a Masters Degree in Music Conducting, and Bachelors Degrees in Music Education and Music Performance. We also have additional teachers to break up student groups into like instruments also to teach specified skills. For example, vocal students don't take their main lessons with trombone players and ukulele students don't take their main lessons with cello students. They do all combine for our performances throughout the year.
How many students are in your group classes?
In our music ensemble classes, we have at least one to two instructors per 8 kids. We prioritize the needs of our students so learning music is a joyful experience. Our young kids piano and singing classes require the highest ratio of music teachers to kids typically! We pride ourselves on having the most comprehensive music education program in San Diego!
What does my child do between the time they get out of school and when their music class starts if i
For onsite classes, students are supervised by their music teacher to eat a snack and then we head to our music ensemble classes together!
How do your prices compare to private lessons?
We strive to offer the highest quality, affordable and accessible music ensemble classes in San Diego. Learning music can vary a lot in cost. Weekly private lessons usually range between $60-$100 per hour. That is $240-$400 per month. Our weekly classes are offered in memberships starting at $115/month, with reduced costs options and family packages. In addition to the lower price, students in group classes get a more comprehensive music education, with the added benefits of learning to work as a team, learning from each other, and performing in a relaxed group environment. Sibling packages and limited financial assistance upon request, pending simple application. Pop in classes are available upon request.
Do you offer make up classes or offer refunds on missed classes?
If you miss one of our music ensemble classes, you can always do a make up by attending an additional group class at one of our available times. While we will pro-rate at the start of a session, we do not do refunds on missed classes. Our instructors must be paid for their time even if students can't attend a particular day and you are always welcome to attend another class location in San Diego!
How Do I Register? Are instruments included in the price?
Ready to sign up for our music ensemble classes? Register by emailing us for a Fons link to your particular class. Some instruments aren't included, so once you are registered, we can help you obtain an instrument through renting or purchasing with our Music and Arts Partnership! Instrument rentals are usually around $20/month and they include insurance plans in case of an accident or lost instrument! For some classes, especially for younger kids general music classes, you bring a mini keyboard to class, and we provide other instruments. We do have a limited supply of band and orchestra instruments, priority given to homeschooling families in San Diego, Kupanda Kids and families with financial need on first come first serve basis. We promise to make music education accessible for everyone who is ready to start learning music with us!
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