2011-12 MCW Catalog

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MUSIC CONSERVATORYOF WESTCHESTER

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BOARD OFTRUSTEESMCW Board of Trustees 2011-2012Rodd Berro, PresidentRobert Heath, ChairmanJohn Bottomley, Vice PresidentTerry Feldman, SecretaryBharti Gupta, Treasurer

Spring SemesterJanuary30 Spring semester begins (lessons and

group classes)

February20 Presidents Day building closed21-25 Winter break building open for make-ups

April2-5 No group classes private lessons only6-7 Easter weekend building closed9-14 Spring break building open for make-ups

May7-12 Group classes end25-28 Memorial DayWeekend building closed

June16 Last day of spring semester25 Summer lessons begin

Fall SemesterSeptember12 Fall semester private lessons begin29 Rosh Hashanah building closed

October1-6 Meet the staff coffee hours: Daily 4:30-6:00,

Sat. 10:00-12:008 Yom Kippur building closed10 Columbus Day building closed11 Group classes begin

(Music Skills, Theory, Ensembles, GroupClasses, Suzuki Groups, Theatre Classes)

November11 Veterans Day building closed23-26 Thanksgiving building closed

December20-22 Make-up days23-31 Holiday recess building closed

January3 Fall semester resumes16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day building closed17, 23-25 Make-up days28 Last day of fall semester

Mayo BartlettGary BashianCaroline G. BaumanMary Lynn BiancoSiew Leng ChuahThomas A. CrattyLisa DeutschGeorge DrapeauAnthony GallinariNancy Goodman

Hyun HeffnerClayton J. HeydornJonathan KantorAlan E. KatzLaurence KeiserCathy PinskyGeorgia B. PollakJon PundykLarry Slattery

To view our summer schedule and performancecalendar, please visit our website.

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CONTACT INFORMAT IONMusic Conservatory of Westchester 216 Central Avenue,White Plains, NY 10606Phone 914.761.3900 Fax 914.761.4576 [email protected] www.musicconservatory.orgStaff Directory (Front Desk Extension 101, [email protected])

Business Hours:M-Th: 10 a.m. 9 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m 7 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Closed SundayAlso located in our building:Steffi Nossen School of Dance914.328.1900 | fax: 914.328.5115 | www.steffinossen.org | [email protected] Choral Society914.761.3900 | 914.761.4576 fax | www.westchesterchoralsociety.org | [email protected]

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Dear Friends of the Music Conservatory,We invite you to join us on a wonderful musicaljourney. Every day,we see the powermusic has totransform the lives of students of all ages in somany ways. Our wonderful faculty members

inspire our students, encouraging them to develop their skills andknowledge, and motivate them to reach for their dreams.Our school has a rich history as a thriving community as well as aschool.Many of our students have been leaders and fully participatedin the Conservatorys successful growth. Others are new to theschool or are just learning about us.We encourage you to exploreour catalog and website, and learn about all we have to offer.The Music Conservatory has made its mark as an oasis for the artsin Westchester County. As we celebrate our long history, we lookforward to building our future with new opportunities for every-one in the community.We hope to see you here!With all our best wishes to you,

Jean NewtonDean of Students & Faculty,Associate Director forNew Programs & Initiatives

Carol N. ShiffmanExecutive Director

Robert HeathBoard Chairman

Carol ShiffmanExecutive DirectorExtension [email protected]

Christine MeyerDirector of DevelopmentExtension [email protected]

Mack CunninghamDirector of Administration & FinanceExtension [email protected]

Jon ChattmanDirector of CommunicationsExtension [email protected]

Carol NordgrenGrants ManagerExtension [email protected]

Fatima MendezDevelopment AssistantExtension [email protected]

Katie GoulartOffice ManagerExtension [email protected]

Albert MassicotBuilding ManagerExtension [email protected]

Dr. Jean NewtonDean of Students & Faculty Asst.Director for New Initiatives & ProgramsExtension 112 [email protected]

Dr. SarahWetherbeeAssistant Dean of Students and FacultyExtension [email protected]

Gary MayerRegistrarExtension [email protected]

Adriana Maria PeraProgram AssistantExtension 101adriana @musiced.org

Dr. Tina BresciaMusic Therapy Institute,Director of Onsite ServicesExtension 134 [email protected]

Lisa SandagataMusic Therapy Institute,Director of Offsite ServicesExtension 138 [email protected]

Bill HoareAccounting SupervisorExtension [email protected]

Pat LoffredoStaff AccountantExtension [email protected]

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The Conservatory hosts a bevy of events eachmonth in itswonderful recital hall.Our respectivefaculty and student concert series has been a hit since its inception over five years ago, and overthe past year, weve extended our stage to local favorites of various genres. MCWs recentJazz Series featured established artists including Gil Parris, K.J. Denhert, Neil Alexander,

Trio Shalva, and Ted Rosenthal.Through hall rentals and special events, everyone from classical artists to indie rock bands to local comedianshave graced our stage. Below is a list of our confirmed events for the 2011-12 season. Please visit our website(www.musicconservatory.org) for up-to-the-minute event scheduling and additional details of our various events.Please note the location of each event.

Ongoing Concert Series

Noontime Getaway Concerts at Grace Church: MCW Faculty Series Wednesdays @ 12:10pm Dates TBD11th Annual Golf & Tennis Classic Spring 2012MCW Jazz Brunch Spring 2012

Share Our SpaceMCW rents out its recital hall and space for everything from concerts to business meetings to musicvideo shoots. The Conservatorys wonderful recital hall, which seats up to 118 people, can be rentedfor concerts, performances, release parties, gala events, business meetings and presentations, andmore. Our 42 practice studios and large rehearsal rooms are also available to rent for those honingtheir musical skills or needing the space to rehearse for a gig.Recital HallFlexible, concert or meeting style arrangement Stage dimensions: 12 by 36 Room dimensions: 36 by 69Equipment: Steinway piano,music stands, utilities (lights, etc.), kitchen for receptionsFor Profit Rates available. Contact Katie Goulart, office manager, at 914-761-3900, ext. 103.Non-profit $350 up to 3 hours (There is an additional fee for events thatgo past closing or are longer than the time agreed on prior to date)For rehearsals $80/hour for rehearsals without an audienceRooms/StudiosLarge Rooms $50/hour plus set-up fees Dimensions: 33 by 36 Seat: 20 30Equipment: Piano, tables and chairs andmusic standsStudios $15/hour before 3 p.m. (includes piano); $25/hour after 3 p.m.Seat:Maximum of four people Equipment: Piano andmusic standsAny organization wishing to use the Conservatory Recital Hall, studioand/or rehearsal room spaces should contact Office Manager Katie Goulartat (914) 761-3900, ext. 103; e-mail [email protected].

MCW Live on Central SeriesOur concert series features our expert facultymemberswho are each renownedmusicians in their own right.Each performance takes place Friday evenings at 7:30 pm.Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Feb. 3,March 2, April 27View ourwebsite for performer announcementsand concert information.

MCW Kids! (Formerly Kids on Central)A select group of Conservatory students performoriginalcompositions by faculty at theWhite Plains Library.All concerts begin at 2:30 pm.Sunday, Jan. 29 (brass)Sunday, Feb. 12 (woodwinds)Sunday,March 11 (strings)Saturday,April 21 (piano, percussion, and harp*)

* Faust Harrison restorationworkshop tour

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KeyboardPianoEfrem BriskinNatalya BriskinMichael BunchmanFrances CaldwellKonstantza ChernovRichard DevensMing FongJuliet GopoianSvetlana GorokhovichRenee GuerreroCindi HsuDorothy JonasMin Soo KayLillian LaskowitzLin LiJoshua PierceBarbara PodgurskiIrena PortenkoRick ProkopChuan QinMaryna RogozhinaInna SukonikHiroshi YamazakiMikhail ZeigerGroup PianoNoah LethbridgeHarpsichordJean NewtonOrganTimothy Lewis

StringsViolinSusan DominguezTatiana FeiginEva GerardJoanna JennerChristina KhimmSu Jin KwonElliot Magaziner

Rachel PetiteMoira TobeyLarryWatsonSarahWetherbeeViolaEva GerardSu Jin KwonRachel PetiteLarryWatsonSarahWetherbeeCelloLoren DempsterDavid KriegerTatiana LongoAdrianaMaria PeraDouble BassLubima Kalinkova-ShentovElectric BassAl ReninoGuitarGreg DiamondFrederick DraperThomas FlippinJames LorussoRale MicicHarpAlyssa Reit

Woodwindsand BrassFluteHarold JonesStefani StarinOboeLisa KozenkoClarinetGirard MohenJustin Stanley

SaxophoneGirard MohenTrumpetJames RantiTromboneJames RantiFrench HornSteven Sherts

PercussionJohn ArrucciBojil Groubechliev

Drum SetNickMangini

VoiceCeleste JamersonThomas JamersonShirley LoveAlmaMicicNils NeubertMary Elizabeth Poore

Jazz & RockGreg DiamondNick ManginiAlmaMicicRale MicicGirard MohenRick ProkopAl ReninoHiroshi Yamazaki

Music SkillsTheory andCompositionThomas FlippinRenee GuerreroCindi HsuChikae IshikawaNoah LethbridgeAdriana PeraBarbara Podgurski

Musical TheatreAngeline BrownJamie Semsky

Music TherapyPhyllis Bethel,MA,MT-BCDr. Tina Brescia,MT-BC, LCATAngeline Brown,MM,MT-BCDr. Douglas Johnson,MA,MT-BCJames Maxson,MA,MT-BC, NICU-MTLisa Sandagata,MA,MT-BCTaryn Thomas,MA,MT-BC

Conservatory faculty are all highly skilled and experienced teachers. Teachers areassigned to maximize the learning experience of each student taking into account thestudents musical interests and goals, age and scheduling needs.

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Music SkillsIntroduce your child to the benefits of music.MusicSkills (a sequential Dalcroze curriculum) is educational,engaging, and fosters musical development at an age-appropriate level. Children learnmusic fundamentalsthrough rhythm games, creative movement, eartraining, songs, stories and improvisation. Placementinterview required.Classesmeet for 24weeks (12 weeksper semester).Ages 3 1/2 4(Childrenmust have turned 3 1/2 by September 1st.3 1/2-year-olds take this class for 2 years.)Monday: 3:45 4:30 p.m.Tuesday: 3:15 4:00 p.m.Thursday: 3:30 4:15 p.m.Saturday: 8:45 9:30 a.m.Ages 5 6(Childrenmust have turned 5 by September 1st.5-year-olds take this class for 2 years.)Monday: 4:30 5:30 p.m.Tuesday: 4:00 5:00 p.m.Thursday: 4:15 5:15 p.m.Saturday: 9:30 10:30 a.m.Saturday: 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.Ages 7 8(Childrenmust have turned 7 by September 1st.7-year-olds take this class for 2 years.)Monday: 5:30 6:30 p.m.Tuesday: 5:00 6:00 p.m.Thursday: 5:15 6:15 p.m.Saturday: 12:30 1:30 p.m.Saturday: 1:30 2:30 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks):Ages 3 1/2 4: $275Ages 5 8: $310Free for students taking private lessons.

Introductory Group ClassesInstruction offered in violin, cello, flute, guitar andpiano. The Suzuki method is used for violin, cello,flute and guitar. Piano classes use a blend of Suzuki

and traditionalmethods. Students learn by listening,repetition, and encouragement in a nurturingenvironment. A parent or caregiver attends weeklyclasses with their child and guides at-home practice.Placement interview required. Classes meet for 24weeks (12 weeks per semester).

Violin (Ages 3 1/2 4)Saturday: 9:00 9:45 a.m.Saturday: 9:45 10:30 a.m.

Cello (Ages 45)Saturday: 10:30 11:15 a.m.

Flute (Ages 78)Thursday: 4:30 5:15 p.m.

Guitar (Ages 5-6)Saturday: 10:30 11:15 a.m.

Piano (Ages 5-6)Saturday: 9:15 10:00 a.m.Saturday: 10:45 11:30 a.m.Saturday: 11:30a.m.12:15 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks):Group Class: $595Group Class Package: $695 Introductory Group ClassMusic Skills

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Private LessonsSuzuki ProgramInstruction offered in violin, cello, flute and guitar.For students who have completedMCWs one yearIntroductory Group Class Program as well as childrenwho are ready for a full Suzuki program.

Violin Program (Ages 4 & up) 16 Weeks Private Lessons 12 Weeks Group Classes with piano accompanist 12 Weeks Music Skills Suzuki Violin Recitals scheduled throughoutthe year

Tuition:30minute lesson: $1,37545minute lesson: $1,660

Cello (Age 4 & up), Flute (Age 7 & up) &Guitar (Age 5 & up) Programs 16 Weeks Private Lessons 12 Weeks Group Classes 12 Weeks Music Skills Student Recitals scheduled throughout the year

Tuition:30-minute lessons: $1,13045-minute lessons: $1,510

Group Class ScheduleViolin TwinkleSaturday: 10:30 11:15 a.m.

Violin Early/Mid Book 1Saturday: 11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

Violin Late Book 1Saturday: 10:30 11:15 a.m.

Cello Book 1Saturday: 11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

Flute Book 1Thursday: 5:15 6:00 p.m.

Guitar Book 1Saturday: 11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks): $410Free for MCW students enrolled in the SuzukiProgram

Piano Program (Ages 5 & up)Instruction for piano studentswho have completedMCWs one year Introductory Group Class Program aswell as children who are ready for individual lessons. Private lessons (16 weeks)Music Skills (12 weeks) Student Recitals scheduled throughout the year

Tuition:30-minute lessons: $98045-minute lessons: $1,360

Scholarships available for students up to age 18, based ondemonstrated financial need. For information on family discountsand referral discounts, please see Registration Policies on p. 25.

More information on programs for Young Childrenwww.musicconservatory.org/musicprograms.html

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Private LessonsInstruction offered in classical, jazz and rock includingall band and orchestra instruments as well as piano,classical guitar, acoustic guitar, electric guitar anddrums. All students receive an individualizedcurriculum fromhighly qualified instructors based ontheir goals and rate of learning. TheMCW experienceincludes more than just lessons.

Tuition includes Freemusic theory classes Ensembles are deeply discounted just $75per semester

Free student performances in our beautifulacoustically designed concert hall, includingrehearsals with a piano accompanist

Lessons are available during the school year, 32weeks (16 weeks per semester) and also during thesummer.

Tuition (16 weeks):30-minute lessons: $98045-minute lessons: $1,36060-minute lessons: $1,725

Register at any time! Tuition is pro-rated for thenumber of weeks remaining in the semester.

Suzuki ProgramInstruction offered in violin, cello, flute and guitarand includes a weekly group class in addition to theprivate lesson.

Violin Program 16 Weeks Private Lessons 12 Weeks Group Classes with piano accompanist 12 Weeks Music Skills Suzuki Violin Recitals scheduled throughout the year

Tuition (16 weeks):30minute lessons: $1,37545minute lessons: $1,660

60-minute lessons: $1,895Cello, Flute & Guitar Programs 16 Weeks Private Lessons 12 Weeks Group Classes 12 Weeks Music Skills Student Recitals scheduled throughout the year

Tuition (16 weeks):30-minute lessons: $1,13045-minute lessons: $1,51060-minute lessons: $1,875

Group ClassesStudents who study outside the Conservatory arewelcome to participate in MCWs group classes.A placement interview is required. Classes meet for24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).Cello Book 1Saturday: 11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.Flute Book 1Thursday: 5:15 6:00 p.m.Guitar Book 1Saturday: 11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.Violin Early/Mid Book 1Saturday: 11:15 a.m. 12:00 p.m.Violin Late Book 1Saturday: 10:30 11:15 a.m.Violin Book 2Saturday: 9:00 9:45 a.m.Violin Book 3Saturday: 9:45 10:30 a.m.Violin Book 4Saturday: 12:30 1:15 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks): $410Free forMCWstudents enrolled in the Suzuki Program

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Performing EnsemblesAll ensembles focus on developing both the musicaland technical skills of ensemble playing. Studentsfrom outside the Conservatory are welcome toparticipate in our ensembles. Ensembles meet for24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).Junior StringsAn introduction to ensemble playing for stringstudents. Students must be able to readmusic inkeys up to three sharps or flats. Placement auditionrequired.Saturday: 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.Youth ChorusOpen to all students ages 7-11. Explore unison andsimple two-part vocal music ranging from folk songsto popular tunes.Saturday: 12:30 1:30 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks): $205$75MCW students enrolled in private lessonsJunior Strings Package: $375 Junior Strings Youth ChorusMusic Skills or Theory

Theatre ProgramInstruction for students in grades 2-5. Focuses onlearning beginning stage skills, teamwork, and selfconfidence for successful participation in bothmusical theatre and theatre productions.

Junior Musical Theatre WorkshopClass includes scenes and individual work (fall se-mester only).Saturday: 9:00 10:30 a.m.

Creative DramaticsIncludes theatre games,dramatic play, story enactment,and imaginative journeys (spring semester only).Saturday: 9:00 10:30 a.m.Tuition (12 weeks): $450

Music TheoryMusic theory complements instrumental instructionby providing students with a greater understandingof musical structure.Theory Basics (Ages 9 12)Introduces music fundamentals through rhythmicmovement, ear training, sight-singing and writtenskills. Theory Basics is designed to be taken formultiple years.Monday: 6:30 7:30 p.m.Tuesday: 6:00 7:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:30 11:30 a.m.Saturday: 1:30 2:30 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks): $310Free for MCW students enrolled in private lessons.


More information on programs for Youthwww.musicconservatory.org/musicprograms.html

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Graduates of the Honors Program receive the ArtistCertificate. Students may be able to receive highschool credit for their Conservatory study and com-munity service for their participation in the schoolscommunity concerts and other volunteer activities.The Honors Program classes and events take placeduring the school year, 32 weeks (16 weeks persemester).

Tuition (16 weeks):Private students of MCW faculty: $750MCW students: Standard Tuition

A limited number of Honors Scholarships areawarded based onmerit and financial need.

Performing EnsemblesAll ensembles develop both the musical andtechnical skills of ensemble playing. Studentsfrom outsideMCW are welcome to participate in ourensembles. Placement auditions required for allensembles. Ensembles meet for 24 weeks (12 weeksper semester).

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Private LessonsInstruction offered in classical, jazz and rock including:all band and orchestral instruments, voice, piano,organ, harpsichord, classical guitar, acoustic guitar,electric guitar, bass and drums. All students receivean individualized curriculum from highly qualifiedinstructors based on their goals and rates oflearning. TheMCW experience includes more thanjust lessons.

Tuition includes Freemusic theory classes Ensembles are deeply discounted just $75 persemester

Free student performances in our beautifulacoustically designed concert hall, includingrehearsals with a piano accompanist

Lessons are available during the school year, 32weeks (16 weeks per semester) and also during thesummer.

Tuition (16 weeks):30-minute lessons: $98045-minute lessons: $136060-minute lessons: $1725

Register at any time! Tuition is pro-rated for thenumber of weeks remaining in the semester.

Honors ProgramFor students ages 13-18 who are serious about theirmusical studies andmay be considering a career inmusic. Open to MCW Students and private studentsof MCW faculty. Students are admitted by auditionand recommendation. The curriculum includes: Individual instrumental lessons (minimum45- minutes)

Completion of Theory IV Participation in an ensemble each semester. Recitals and performance classes. Career development and college planning. Annual juried performance exam. Graduation recital in the senior year of high school. Teen Programs continue on Pages 1213

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LARGE ENSEMBLESChamber StringsIntermediate/advanced string players. Focus onstring ensemble repertoire and sight reading.Saturday: 12:30 1:30 p.m.

Teen Vocal Ensemble3 and 4 part singing including selections fromclassical andmusical theatre repertoire.Saturday: 1:30 2:30 p.m.Brass EnsembleIntermediate brass players. Repertoire includespopular and classical selections.Thursday: 6:15 7:00 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks): $205$75 for MCW students enrolled in private lessons

SMALL ENSEMBLESChamber EnsemblesGroups may include: piano trios, string quartets ortrios,wind ensembles, or mixed ensembles. Emphasison classical repertoire. Day and time subject toinstructor availability.Piano PartnersStudents study advanced repertoire for one or twopianos, four hands. Day and time subject to instructoravailability.Baroque EnsembleAdvanced winds, strings and pianists.Wednesday: 5:00 6:00 p.m.Thursday: 7:00 8:00 p.m.Flute EnsembleAdvanced flutists. Repertoire includesarrangements and selections from flute choirliterature.Thursday: 7:45 8:45 p.m.Senior Brass EnsembleAdvanced brass players. Selections from brass quintetrepertoire.Thursday: 7:15 8:00 p.m.Intro to Jazz ComboIntermediate to advanced instrumentalists. Introduc-tion to basic improvisation and chord progressions.Groupwill performupon instructors recommendation.Wednesday: 7:00 7:45 p.m.Jazz CombosAdvanced instrumental and vocal students withprior jazz experience. Perform jazz standards;explore improvisation and chord progressions within

different jazz styles. Day and time subject toinstructor availability.Rock BandsClassic Rock including early blues and rock influencessuch as Led Zeppelin, AC-DC andMetallica. Day andtime subject to instructor availability.Tuition (12 weeks): $410$75 for MCW students enrolled in private lessons

Vocal ProgramInstruction in classical, jazz, contemporary andBroadway styles. Learn the basics of good vocaltechnique. (See Private Lessons on p. 11.)

Sight-SingingIntermediate to advanced vocalists. Prerequisite:completion of Theory II and permission of instructor.Classes meet for 24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).Saturday: 12:30 1:15 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks): $310Free for MCW students enrolled in private lessons

Vocal Performance WorkshopExplore a wide variety of vocal styles and genres, in-cluding art songs and scenes from opera andmusicaltheatre. Perform solos, duets, trios and small ensem-bles. Open to experienced singers age 15 and up, byaudition (must be taking private voice lessons). Thisclass includes participation in student performances.Classes meet for 24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).Monday: 8:00 9:30 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks): $410$150 for MCW students enrolled in private lessons

Teen Vocal Ensemble(See Large Ensembles)

TEEN PROGRAMS (CONT INUED) Music Theory & CompositionMusic Theory classes complement both instrumen-tal and vocal instruction by providing studentswith a greater understanding of musical structure.(See our website for requirements.)Music TheoryLevels I III includemusic fundamentals, scales,intervals, triads and simple harmonic progressionsthrough ear training, rhythm, sight singing, andwritten skills. Theory IV and Advanced Theory focuson advanced harmonic analysis and counterpoint.Theory ITuesday: 6:15 7:00 p.m.Thursday: 6:15 7:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:00 10:45 a.m.Theory IIWednesday: 4:00 4:45 p.m.Thursday: 7:00 7:45 p.m.Saturday: 11:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m.Theory IIIYWednesday: 4:45 5:30 p.m.Theory IIIWednesday: 5:30 6:15 p.m.Saturday: 9:15 10:00 a.m.Theory IVSaturday: 10:00 10:45 a.m.Saturday: 10:45 11:30 a.m.Advanced TheorySaturday: 1:45 2:45 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks):$310 (plus $15 text book fee for Theory I and II)Free for MCW students enrolled in private lessonsComposition WorkshopTeaches the principles and techniques of musicalcomposition. Students learnhow to turn theirmusicalideas into fully composed pieces, how to notatetheir music, and how to compose for different in-struments. Student will also listen to and analyzeexamples from the great composers, engage ingroup composition projects and have their originalmusic performed. Prerequisite:Write a short originalpiece to be submitted to the instructor.Saturday: 12:15 1:45 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks): $410$150 for MCW students enrolled in private lessons


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Theatre ProgramInstruction for students grades 6-8. Focus on learningskills for successful participation in both school andcommunity musical theatre and theatre productions.Classes meet for 12 weeks per semester.

Musical Theatre WorkshopIncludes audition techniques and character develop-ment through song andmovement. Class includesscenes and individual/solo work (fall semester only).Saturday: 10:45 a.m. 12:45 p.m.

Acting WorkshopIntroduction to drama and acting for the stageincluding: character development through mono-logue, vocal technique and movement for actors,beginning scene studies, audition techniques(spring semester only).Saturday: 10:45 a.m. 12:45 p.m.Tuition (12 weeks): $575

Group Instrumental ClassesWorld Percussion WorkshopA hands-on introduction to drumming styles fromaround the world, the class is divided into three4-weekmodules. No prior experience is required.Weeks 1-4: SambaDrumming.Weeks 5-8:West AfricanDrummingWeeks 9-12: The Art of Improvisation.Thursday: 7:00 8:00 p.m.Tuition:One Module: $100Two Modules: $175Three Modules: $250

Piano PartnersStudents study advanced repertoire for one or twopianos, four hands.

Jazz CombosAdvanced instrumental and vocal students withprior jazz experience. Perform jazz standards; ex-plore improvisation and chord progressions withindifferent jazz styles.

Rock BandsClassic Rock including early blues and rock influ-ences such as Led Zeppelin, AC-DC andMetallica.


Vocal ProgramInstruction offered in classical, jazz, contemporaryand Broadway styles. Learn the basics of good vocaltechnique. (See Private Lessons)

Sight-SingingIntermediate to advanced vocalists. Prerequisite:completion of Theory II and permission of instructor.Classes meet for 24 weeks (12 weeks per semester.)Saturday: 12:30 1:15 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks): $310Free for MCW students enrolled in private lessons

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Private LessonsInstruction offered in classical, jazz and rock includ-ing: all band and orchestral instruments; voice;piano; organ; harpsichord; classical guitar; acousticguitar; electric guitar; bass and drums. All studentsreceive an individualized curriculum from highlyqualified instructors based on their goals and rates oflearning. TheMCW experience includes more thanjust lessons. Tuition includes Freemusic theory classes Ensembles are deeply discounted just $75 persemester

Free student performances in our beautifulacoustically designed concert hall, includingrehearsals with a piano accompanist.

Lessons are available during the school year, 32 weeks(16 weeks per semester) and also during the summer.

Tuition (16 weeks):30-minute lessons: $98045-minute lessons: $136060-minute lessons: $1725

Register at any time! Tuition is pro-rated for the num-ber of weeks remaining in the semester.

Performing EnsemblesAll ensembles develop both the musical and techni-cal skills of ensemble playing. Student performancesare scheduled each semester. A minimum of threestudents of similar ability are needed to run an en-semble. Day and time are subject to instructor avail-ability. Students from outside the Conservatory arewelcome to participate in our ensembles. Placementauditions required for all ensembles. Ensembles meetfor 24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).

Chamber EnsemblesGroups may include: piano trios, string quartetsor trios, wind ensembles, or mixed ensembles.Emphasis on classical repertoire.

Sing!Open to all interested singersno prior experienceneeded. Repertoire includes selections from theAmerican songbook, musical theatre, and folktraditions from around the world.Monday: 7:00 8:00 p.m.


Vocal Performance WorkshopExplore a wide variety of vocal styles and genres in-cluding art songs and scenes from opera andmusicaltheatre. Perform solos, duets, trios and small ensem-bles. Open to experienced singers age 15 and up, byaudition (must be taking private voice lessons). Thisclass includes participation in student performances.Classes meet for 24 weeks (12 weeks per semester).Monday: 8:00 9:30 p.m.


Group Instrumental ClassesWorld Percussion WorkshopA hands-on introduction to drumming styles fromaround the world, the class is divided into three4-weekmodules. No prior experience is required.Weeks 1-4: SambaDrumming.Weeks 5-8:West AfricanDrummingWeeks 9-12: The Art of Improvisation.Thursday: 7:00 8:00 p.m.Tuition:One Module: $100Two Modules: $175Three Modules: $250

Music Theory and CompositionMusic Theory classes complement both instrumentaland vocal instruction by providing students with agreater understanding of musical structure. (See ourwebsite for requirements.)

Music TheoryLevels I III includemusic fundamentals, scales,intervals, triads and simple harmonic progressionsthrough ear training, rhythm, sight singing, andwritten skills. Theory IV and Advanced Theory focuson advanced harmonic analysis and counterpoint.

Theory ITuesday: 6:15 7:00 p.m.Thursday: 6:15 7:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:00 10:45 a.m.

Theory IIWednesday: 4:00 4:45 p.m.Thursday: 7:00 7:45 p.m.Saturday: 11:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m.

Theory IIIWednesday: 5:30 6:15 p.m.Saturday: 9:15 10:00 a.m.

Theory IVSaturday: 10:00 10:45 a.m.Saturday: 10:45 11:30 a.m.

Advanced TheorySaturday: 1:45 2:45 p.m.

Tuition (12 weeks):$310 (plus $15 text book fee for Theory I and II)Free for MCW students enrolled in private lessonsComposition WorkshopTeaches the principles and techniques of musicalcomposition. Students learn how to turn theirmusicalideas into fully composed pieces, how to notatemusic, and how to compose for different instruments.Students will also listen to and analyze examplesfrom the great composers, engage in group composi-tion projects and have their originalmusic performed.Prerequisite: write a short original piece to be sub-mitted to the instructor.Saturday: 12:15 1:45 p.m.



More information on programs for Adultswww.musicconservatory.org/musicprograms.html

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Directors:Dr. Tina Brescia, MT-BC, LCAT,Director of Onsite Services(914) 761-3900 ext. 134, [email protected]

Lisa Sandagata, MA, MT-BC,Director of Outreach Services(914) 761-3900 ext. 138, [email protected]

Onsite ProgramIndividual and groupmusic therapy sessionsare offered by knowledgeable, warm and caringmusic therapists for people of all ages at theConservatorys fully accessible facility. The studiosare equipped with one-waymirrors that allowfamily members and care givers to observe sessionsin progress. The director of Onsite Services willarrange an initial interview and evaluation at nocost. Need-based tuition assistance is availableupon request.

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About Our ProgramFor 25 years, the Music Therapy Institute has beenthe largest provider of professional music therapyservices in the greater Westchester region,workingindividually and in small groups with over 2,000children and adults each year. The Institute providesservices onsite at the Music Conservatory ofWestchester aswell as throughout the county throughthe Institutes Outreach program.

All of the music therapy faculty are Board Certified,hold masters or doctoral degrees in music therapyand are professional members of the AmericanMusic Therapy Association.

Music therapy addresses the physical, emotional, social and cognitive well being ofchildren and adults with awide variety of special needs. Using the inherent qualities ofmusic, board certified therapists design individualized programs to provide opportunitiesfor social interaction, allow for emotional expression, increase attention, promotegrowth inmotor skills, increase communication skills and alleviate pain and stress.Music therapy canmake a profound difference in the lives of those who participate,encouraging healing, growth and change.

For more information, contact Dr. Tina Brescia,MT-BC, LCAT, Director of Onsite Services, at (914) 761-3900, ext. 134; e-mail [email protected]

Individual Music TherapyIndividualized programs are designed to engage thecreative aspects of each participant in an interactiveprocess as they play, sing andmove to improvisedand familiarmusic. Skilled therapists use piano, guitar,percussion and voice to facilitatemeaningful musicalexperiences. Sessions of 30 or 45minutes are availableMonday through Saturday as scheduled by theDirectorof Onsite Services.Fee: $1,280 (30-minute session) or $1,585 (45-minutesession) for 16-week semester

Adapted InstructionWhen appropriate, adapted instruction is offered invoice, piano, guitar, and percussion.Music therapistsdesign individualized skill-based programs ofinstruction for students with special learning needs.Students must have the ability to attend to a task fora minimum of 10minutes, have developing finemotor skills and an initial desire to learn theinstrument.Fee: $1,280 (30-minute session) or $1,585 (45-minutesession) for 16-week semesterGroup Classes/ProgramsAll participants must meet with the director of On-site Services for an evaluation before registering fora group program.

Group Music TherapyWith an emphasis on socialization and expression,children will be engaged in singing, playing instru-ments andmoving to music in groups of up to fourof their peers. Parents may be asked to participateas well.Day and time to be arrangedFee: $590 for 16-week semester

Outreach ProgramThe Institutes outreach program provides groupand individual music therapy for children and adultsin special education programs, schools, hospitals,nursing homes, senior centers, community mentalhealth facilities, residential treatment facilities,rehabilitation centers, group homes and social serviceprograms. In addition, consultation and professionaldevelopment are provided to school district musiceducators working with students with special needs.The Institutes outreach director works closely witheach collaborating partner to create a custom-designed program.

TheMusic Therapy Institute has partnerships withthe following agencies; Andrus Children's Center,Bedford CSD, BOCES of SouthernWestchester, CardinalMcCloskey Services, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester,Community Based Services, Eastchester UFSD, FamilyServices of Westchester, Ferncliff Manor, GreenburghCentral No. 7, Hudson Valley DDSO, Irvington UFSD,Jewish Home Lifecare Sarah Neuman Center, NewRochelle City School District, Pathways School,Pleasantville UFSD, St. Mary's Hospital for Children,Stepping Stones at the Lois Bronz Children's Center,Sunshine Children's Home, The Guidance Center,Westchester ARC, Westchester Community Oppor-tunity Program Inc,White Plains Public Schools,Yorktown CSD.

For more information, contact Lisa Sandagata,MA,MT-BC, Director of Outreach Services, at (914) 761-3900, ext. 138; e-mail [email protected]

For frequently asked questions, informative programvideos, and benefits of music therapy, please visit ourwebsitemusicconservatory.org/musictherapy.html.

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TD Charitable FoundationElizabeth & HarryWhite

$2,500 to $4,999Rodd & Elizabeth BerroSiew Leng Chuah & Chjan Chin LimLisa & John DeutschThe Fibar GroupHitachi Metals America, LtdLaurence Keiser, Stern Keiser & Panken, LLPLeeM. Lasberg, Lasberg Construction Associates, Ltd.Pegasus Asset Management, LtdPeoples United Community Foundation.Foundation Sweet SuccessConnies Bakery

$1,000 to $2,499Bossak-Heilbron Charitable FoundationEdwin CaplinJon ChattmanMai-Wah Cheung & Siu K. LoCVS Caremark Foundation

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MCW Donors$25,000 or moreArtsWestchesterCharles A. Frueauff FoundationNancy & Richard GoodmanTheMOCA Fund,Mary Lynn BiancoNew York State Council on the ArtsErnst C. Stiefel FoundationWestchester County Legislators

$15,000 to $24,999Westchester Community Foundation

$5,000 to $14,999ASCAP FoundationGary E. BashianJohn & Patricia BottomleyThe Thomas and Agnes Carvel FoundationGeorge & Sheila DrapeauEntergyTerry & Jerry FeldmanAnn and Gordon Getty FoundationGreenfield Stein & Senior, LLPRobert & Linda HeathRonald McDonald House CharitiesNew York Community Trust,The Ruth &Marvin Silberman Fund

NYS OPWDD (Office of Persons withDevelopmental Disabilities)

PepsiCo FoundationGeorgia &William PollakJon & Nancy PundykSt. Faiths House FoundationTD Bank

Thank you for your support of our school, its faculty and its many valued programs.In addition to more than 600 individual lessons each week,MCW provides music andmusic therapy classes to thousands of Westchester County students year round. Yourdonations make these and other music education programs and performances bythe Conservatory possible.

MCWs Annual Golf & Tennis Classic raises funds for its scholarshipsand for studennts with autism and other special needs in its MusicTherapy Institute.

The Glickenhaus FoundationRichard HechtHeffner Rosenwald Howard FoundationMichael & Hyun HeffnerClayton &Margaret HeydornAlan & Laura KatzRuth & Seymour Klein FoundationLouise LevienLawrence Slattery & Judith ChanWebster Bank

$500 to $999Atelier Constantin Popescu, LLCJohn &Margie FalkFaust Harrison Pianos Inc.David & Ellen FreemanLucile &Maurice Pollak FundHenry & Jean PollakEve PollonHannah &Walter Shmerler

Matching GiftsBank of AmericaExxonMobil FoundationIBM Corporation

In Kind DonationsJane BergerBonnie BresciaDavid and Ellen FreemanGreenfield Stein & Senior, LLPLarry HarbisonMont BlancCathy PinskySam AshMusicRita WeissElizabeth & HarryWhite

Gifts were given in honor of:Bob ArthursJohn & Patty BottomleyTina BresciaMark CannonAndrew GoldwaterNancy GoodmanRobert HeathRev.William HeffnerDr. Armand HensasMaren HexterThe Keiser FamilyNick ManginiAnnaMenkenSarah PetrilliGeorgia PollakJames RantiLisa SandagataShashank FamilyMyra ShumanInna SukonikSarahWetherbee

In memory of:Morris Wade,MCWMorris Wade Brass Scholarship,from SidneyWade & JonathanWade

Michael PollonGregory N. Vance

These donations were given from July 1, 2010 to May4, 2011. Please contact MCW development office at(914) 761-3900, x. 110 to make corrections or updates.

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start of classes receive a full refund. Studentswhowithdrawone week or less before the first class receive a refundminus a $50 penalty. No refunds are given for withdrawalafter the first class. The Conservatory reserves the right tocancel group classes due to insufficient enrollment, inwhich case full payment is refunded with no penalty.

Cancellation and Make-UpLesson PolicyStudents who register for a full semester of 16 individuallessons are entitled to twomake-ups per semester for ab-sence due to illness or other unavoidable circumstances.Students who register after the sixth week of the semesterwill receive onemake-up lesson if registered for 6-10 lessons,and nomake-ups for fewer than 6 lessons. To qualify formakeup lessons, the Conservatory must be notified at(914) 761-3900 according to the following schedule: Forcancelled afternoon or evening lessons, notificationmustbemade by 9:30 am on the day of the lesson. For cancelledmorning lessons, notificationmust be made by 8:00 pmthe previous night.

Failure to provide this notification will result in forfeitureof the make-up lesson.Missedmake-up lessons will not berescheduled.Make-up lessons areNOTprovided for absencesfrom group classes.

Students also receive make-ups for lessons or classescancelled due to teacher absence and weather-relatedclosings. An announcement will be recorded on theConservatorys answering machine and reported on ourwebsite, blog and/or Facebook page. Some local radio andTV stations (WFAS, News 12) will broadcast announce-ments of closings.

Lessons from fall semester 2011 must be used by the end ofspring semester 2012. Lessons from spring semester 2012must be used by August 31, 2012. Lessons not used by thesedates will be forfeited.

Open registration all year long forindividual & semi-private lessonsYoumay register for individual or semi-private lessonsat any time. For registration after the semester begins, theguidelines will vary depending on the number of weeksremaining in the semester. You will receive specificinformation at the time of registration.

Please see Registration Form on the next page. You may fillit out down to the signature line and fax it to 914-761-4576.We will then contact you to arrange a lesson schedule.For more information, contact our Registrar Gary Mayerat 914-761-3900 x105 or [email protected].

Tuition PaymentTuition and fees are due 48 hours prior to the first day ofthe semester, or the first lesson or class for late registration.Youmay pay with a check, cash or charge (Visa,MasterCard,American Express, Discover). There is a $50 service chargefor returned checks. Students whose tuition is not paid infull, who have not set up a payment plan, or whose pay-ment plan is in arrears, will not be admitted to theirfirst/next lesson or class. Lessons lost to suspension forpayment will be forfeited.

The Conservatory desires that families be able to managethe cost of instruction within their budgets.We offer apayment plan option to those families registering for aminimum total tuition balance of $500 ormore per semester.A completed payment plan application is required for eachsemester and a credit card which will be charged automati-cally by the Conservatory for each scheduled installment.Applications can be picked up at the Front Desk. There is aservice charge of $10 per installment. In the event thatcredit cards are declined when processed, an additional feeof $25 may be charged. Payment plan privileges may bewithdrawn at the discretion of MCW for failure to adhere tothe terms of the agreement.

Scholarships and DiscountsScholarships are available for students ages 18 and under,based on documented financial need. For more information,contact Jean Newton, Dean of Students and Faculty([email protected] or 914-761-3900 ext. 112).Family Discount: $50 for each additional family membertaking a full semester of individual lessons, or one persontaking two sets of lessons for a full semester. $25 for eachadditional family member taking a group class.Referral Discount: Refer a friend who takes a full semesterof individual lessons and get a one-time per new family$100 discount off your tuition bill for the following semes-ter. $50 off if your friend takes a group class with tuition of$595 or more.

RefundsIndividual Instruction: The $50 registration fee is non-refundable. Students whowithdraw prior to the first weekof the semester receive a full tuition refund. Students whowithdraw prior to the sixth week of the semester receive arefund for the balance of lessons not taken,minus two-lesson penalty. Students whowithdraw later than the sixthweek of the semester receive no refund unless theymoveaway or there is a prolonged illness. In this case, the balanceof tuition is refunded,minus the two-lesson penalty.

Group Classes: The $25 registration fee is non-refundable.Students withdrawingmore than one week prior to the

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STUDENT INFORMATION (Please Print Clearly) Check all that apply:New Student Returning Student Gender: M F Date of Birth ____/____/____Name _________________________________________________ Home Phone ( ___ ) ______________Address ____________________________________________ City_________________________ State ________ ZIP ____________If applicable: School ______________________________ Grade _________The Conservatory requests the following optional information that is required in our grant applications: African American Asian Caucasian Hispanic Native American Other

FAMILY INFORMATIONCheck all that apply: Adult Student Parent 1 Guardian 1 Responsible for Payment Dr. Mr. Mrs. Ms.

Name ________________________________________________ Cell Phone (_____) ___________________Employer ______________________________________________Work Phone (____) ________________Work Address ________________________________________________ Occupation___________________E-mail address: _________________________________________

Adult Students Spouse Parent 2 Guardian 2 Responsible for Payment Dr. Mr. Mrs. Ms.

Name ________________________________________________ Cell Phone (_____) ___________________Employer ______________________________________________Work Phone (____) ________________Work Address ________________________________________________ Occupation___________________E-mail address: _________________________________________Emergency Contact __________________________ Relationship _______ Phone (____) _____________

I learned about MCW via (Please check all that apply) Flyer/Brochure in Mail Friend/Family Referral Attended an Event Flyer/Brochure at community location ArtsWestchester Library Internet Search News Article Radio Ad Print Ad (Please Specify in Other) My School or Teacher Online Ad Facebook Current Student/Family Other: _______________________

I grant permission to use my/my child's image in promotional materials. Please initial here: ____________________.

I HAVE READ THE GENERAL RULES AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THEM.Signature of Adult Student / Parent / Guardian __________________________________ Date _____________

INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTIONPreferred Day(s) and Time Range: _______________________________________________Instrument(s): _________________________________________________________________________________________________________Length: 30 45 60min Music Therapy Adapted Instruction: Instrument ___________________________

$250 MINIMUM DEPOSIT PER INDIVIDUAL LESSON MUST ACCOMPANY THIS FORM.

GROUP INSTRUCTIONPreferred Day(s) and Time Range: _________________________________________________________________________________Music Class: ___________________________________________________________ Ensemble: _____________________________________________________________________ Theater Class: __________________________________________________________

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2011-12 MCW Catalog