Woodwinds/Brass/Percussion

Beginning Woodwinds, Brass & Percussion

Summer Music Academy is the PERFECT place to start learning a new instrument. Our excellent beginners program starts at “opening the case” and takes students through most of their first year of study… in just 4 weeks!! 

This summer, beginning lessons are available on the following instruments: 

Woodwinds: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone

Brass: trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba

Percussion: snare drum and mallet instruments (preparing for school band)

Drum Set: drums (preparing for a rock or jazz band)

Beginner Group Lesson | Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion | 8:15 AM

Beginning Woodwinds 8:15 AM & 11:20 AM (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone)

Beginning Brass 8:15 AM (trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba)

Beginning Percussion 8:15 AM (snare drum and mallet instruments - preparing for school band)

***Bucket Drumming | 9:45 AM

Unlock the rhythmic potential within you with our exhilarating Bucket Drumming ensemble class! Discover the captivating world of percussion using everyday items like buckets, drumsticks, and your own creativity. Led by our experienced percussion instructor, this class is perfect for beginner and seasoned drummers, as well as ANY instrumentalist! All you need is a sense of rhythm, a willingness to learn, and a bucketload of enthusiasm. Join us and unleash your rhythmic creativity today!

Beginning Drumset - Drumset I | 10:35 AM

Drumset I (10:35 AM): Have you always dreamed of playing the drums in a rock band? If so, your day has arrived! Beginners can enroll in Drum Set I. Students will need to bring a pair of drum sticks to participate in this class. Drum sets will be provided.

Intermediate/Advanced Woodwinds, Brass & Percussion

Small group lessons are offered for the intermediate or advanced player (grades 4-12) with at least 1 year of experience. Please contact us for additional lesson information for younger students. Lessons provide the opportunity to improve technique and overall musicianship. 

This summer, Intermediate & Advanced lessons are available on the following instruments: 

Woodwinds: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone

Brass: trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba

Percussion: snare drum and mallet instruments (preparing for school band)

Drum Set: drums (preparing for a rock or jazz band)

Intermediate/Advanced Group Lesson |Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion | 9:00 AM

Students with at least one-year of playing experience may enroll in an intermediate/advanced group lesson. These classes will be focused on improving the technique and musicianship of each student. 

Int/Adv Woodwinds 9:00 AM (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone)

Int/Adv Brass 9:00 AM (trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba)

Int/Adv Percussion 9:00 AM (trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba)

***It is highly recommended that students who enroll in a intermediate/advanced group lesson ALSO enroll in the Ensemble class (9:45 AM).

SMA Ensemble Classes are a fun and low-pressure way to play music with others, learn new songs, and build confidence on your instrument. Whether you're just starting out or have a year or two under your belt, these groups are a great way to stay sharp and make music with new friends!   

Intermediate/Advanced Ensembles

*Ensembles designed for students with at least one year of playing experience. 

Int. Woodwind Ensemble 9:45 AM (flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone) *at least one year of playing experience.

Adv. Woodwind Ensemble 9:45 AM (flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone) *at least three years of playing experience.

Brass Ensemble 9:45 AM (trumpet, french horn, trombone, baritone horn/euphonium, tuba)

Bucket Drumming*** 9:45 AM (all instruments) *no percussion experience needed

***Bucket Drumming | 9:45 AM

Unlock the rhythmic potential within you with our exhilarating Bucket Drumming ensemble class! Discover the captivating world of percussion using everyday items like buckets, drumsticks, and your own creativity. Led by our experienced percussion instructor, this class is perfect for beginner and seasoned drummers, as well as ANY instrumentalist! All you need is a sense of rhythm, a willingness to learn, and a bucketload of enthusiasm. Join us and unleash your rhythmic creativity today!

Drumset

Drumset I: Have you always dreamed of playing the drums in a rock band? If so, your day has arrived! Beginners can enroll in Drum Set I. Students will need to bring a pair of drum sticks to participate in this class. Drum sets will be provided 

Drumset I 10:35 AM

Drumset II: An intermediate level class designed to advance your skills as a rock band or jazz band drum set player. To enroll, students must have taken private drum set lessons, or completed the Drum Set I class.

Drumset II 11:20 AM

Private Lessons

This summer is the perfect time to learn a new instrument, or increase technical and musicianship skills on your current instrument in a one-on-one setting. Private lessons offer a unique opportunity to address each student’s areas of interest and development! All of our instructors are professional musicians who are also outstanding educators!

Private 30 minute lessons are now available for all instruments at the rate of $50 per lesson. Private lessons will be offered in person this summer.

Private lessons are offered during the hours of the Summer Music Academy (8:15-12 noon), according to each teacher's availability. 

Woodwinds, Brass & Percussion Track

***Make sure you check all of the other classes available to you, including ART classes and all of our other instrument offerings!*** Check the MASTER SCHEDULE for a full course listing!