This semester, I am starting a new studio offering private music theory lessons, geared toward high school-aged students (15-18) who know how to play their instrument but want to take the next steps with learning theory. (See requirements). Students will begin with the basics (unless already proficient on a given topic): fundamentals, intervals, chords, and scales, and then onto intermediate topics, such as the diatonic chords, the application of scales, chord progressions, keys, theory and rhythm, and so on. Each day constitutes a lesson on a particular topic, and a weekly assignment to apply what we’ve learned. Often, the assignment applies the theory directly to the instrument they are already playing in order to make it relevant to their current study. Lastly, (unless already proficient) lessons will include an introduction the very basics of playing at a keyboard and music reading, since both are integral tools to understanding music theory. If familiar with all of the above, we can begin with advanced theory (e.g. non-diatonic harmony, voice-leading) or wherever any particular student is currently at.
As with all of my lessons that Firmly Planted, I seek to stress the importance of using our God-given talents to serve Him. I seek to model Keith Getty’s charge to musicians: “Be the best musician you can be and make sure that your faith is growing faster than your music.”
Requirements:
Must be at least somewhat proficient at playing their instrument (or voice), for example, at least a year of lessons, or, a self-taught guitar or piano player who knows how to play at least 5 songs (any genre) from beginning to end. Students ages 11 and 14 also possible depending level of musical experience per individual — please contact me in that case
Hello and welcome! I'm delighted to introduce our exceptional class that aims to ignite a deep passion for the performing arts in our students. This one-of-a-kind program combines the pure joy of musical theater, the electrifying excitement of the circus, and the captivating art of acting, resulting in a truly enriching experience.
In this class, your children will have the wonderful opportunity to explore diverse aspects of the performing arts. Through a dynamic blend of engaging games, skits, music fundamentals, and dance instruction, they will embark on a journey that serves as the perfect introduction to this incredible world. It lays a strong foundation for their future involvement in performing arts classes.
Our main objective is to help students nurture their confidence, develop effective communication skills, and foster a spirit of cooperation—all while having an absolute blast on stage! Throughout the course, they will be exposed to vocal techniques, music theory, acting skills, the art of storytelling, movement techniques, captivating choreography, as well as essential rehearsal and performance skills. We will also emphasize the importance of stage etiquette, ensuring they understand the professional aspects of performing.
At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their growth and creativity in a small showcase that celebrates their achievements. Join us on this incredible journey where your children will not only have loads of fun but also develop invaluable skills that will shape and fuel their artistic aspirations. Get ready for an exciting adventure!
Hello and welcome! I'm delighted to introduce our exceptional class that aims to ignite a deep passion for the performing arts in our young students. This one-of-a-kind program combines the pure joy of musical theater, the electrifying excitement of the circus, and the captivating art of acting, resulting in a truly enriching experience.
In this class, your children will have the wonderful opportunity to explore diverse aspects of the performing arts. Through a dynamic blend of engaging games, skits, music fundamentals, and dance instruction, they will embark on a journey that serves as the perfect introduction to this incredible world. It lays a strong foundation for their future involvement in performing arts classes.
Our main objective is to help students nurture their confidence, develop effective communication skills, and foster a spirit of cooperation—all while having an absolute blast on stage! Throughout the course, they will be exposed to vocal techniques, music theory, acting skills, the art of storytelling, movement techniques, captivating choreography, as well as essential rehearsal and performance skills. We will also emphasize the importance of stage etiquette, ensuring they understand the professional aspects of performing.
At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their growth and creativity in a small showcase that celebrates their achievements. Join us on this incredible journey where your children will not only have loads of fun but also develop invaluable skills that will shape and fuel their artistic aspirations. Get ready for an exciting adventure!
Hello and welcome! I'm delighted to introduce our exceptional class that aims to ignite a deep passion for the performing arts in our young students. This one-of-a-kind program combines the pure joy of musical theater, the electrifying excitement of the circus, and the captivating art of acting, resulting in a truly enriching experience. In this class, your children will have the wonderful opportunity to explore diverse aspects of the performing arts. Through a dynamic blend of engaging games, skits, music fundamentals, and dance instruction, they will embark on a journey that serves as the perfect introduction to this incredible world. It lays a strong foundation for their future involvement in performing arts classes. Our main objective is to help students nurture their confidence, develop effective communication skills, and foster a spirit of cooperation—all while having an absolute blast on stage! Throughout the course, they will be exposed to vocal techniques, music theory, acting skills, the art of storytelling, movement techniques, captivating choreography, as well as essential rehearsal and performance skills. We will also emphasize the importance of stage etiquette, ensuring they understand the professional aspects of performing. At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their growth and creativity in a small showcase that celebrates their achievements. Join us on this incredible journey where your children will not only have loads of fun but also develop invaluable skills that will shape and fuel their artistic aspirations. Get ready for an exciting adventure! There will be a short performance May 23rd, details coming,
The child’s natural instinct for play is the foundation of the actor’s process. Using the game of make believe to get into the “shoes” of the character, we begin to play with the possibilities that game invites in us. In order to believe I am the character, I must begin to learn all I can about who “I” am in the role: what surrounds and affects me, what I know, where I have been and where I am going; what I want, and what I do to get it or to make it happen. We use improvisation to awaken and explore creative impulses. Theatre games and exercises expand imagination, awareness, concentration, expressiveness, and help build skills of communication, cooperation, and collaboration. Through text work designed for the young performer, we make strong, specific, meaningful connection to the language and circumstances of the play, bringing the author’s words to life. Through acting, young people gain compassionate insight about themselves and about the world around them; gain poise and confidence; develop problem-solving skills; and engage with peers. The musical Newsies and other group ensemble pieces will be the focus for our group collaboration with no performance for the first semester.
The child’s natural instinct for play is the foundation of the actor’s process. Using the game of make believe to get into the “shoes” of the character, we begin to play with the possibilities that game invites in us. In order to believe I am the character, I must begin to learn all I can about who “I” am in the role: what surrounds and affects me, what I know, where I have been and where I am going; what I want, and what I do to get it or to make it happen. We use improvisation to awaken and explore creative impulses. Theatre games and exercises expand imagination, awareness, concentration, expressiveness, and help build skills of communication, cooperation, and collaboration. Through text work designed for the young performer, we make strong, specific, meaningful connection to the language and circumstances of the play, bringing the author’s words to life. Through acting, young people gain compassionate insight about themselves and about the world around them; gain poise and confidence; develop problem-solving skills; and engage with peers. The musical Newsies and other group ensemble pieces will be the focus for our group collaboration. There will be no formal performance for this class, but we may perform at the craft faire in the spring.
Step into the amazing mouse world of Brambly Hedge! Students will conceptualize, design and create their own mini worlds inspired by the book series. Students will be taught how to think outside the box and use unexpected items to make their creations. We will work with a variety of materials and practice creative problem solving. By term completion each student will have crafted a tiny mouse and a home for them to dwell in.
In this class we will use a picture book retelling of C.S. Lewis's classic story The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, abridged for younger readers with beautiful Illustrations by Tudor Humphries. Each student will design, build, and finish one or more miniature scene inspired by moments in Narnia. There will be a lot of freedom in this. They can create their own characters and invent other storylines to tell their own story through building with the inspiration of Narnia. Students will learn how to plan and execute their ideas and present projects to their classmates on our final week.
Requirements:
Students must be comfortable using hot glue guns with little supervision (as I help the entire classroom), and be able to maintain a clean working space for themselves as they build.
NEW STEM SCIENTISTS is a "Hands-On" class for 7-12 year olds. Students will learn new concepts every week and perform ALL NEW SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS that reinforce that concept, to take home. Our classes will include Science, Chemistry, Physics & Engineering.
Requirements:
Parents need to notify the teacher through Slack if their child will be absent so an experiment can be set aside for that student.
Parent help in class is always appreciated.
Monday - Classroom - 224: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday - Classroom - 224: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday - Classroom - 224: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday - Classroom - 224: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Description:
JUL. 22-25 Firmly Planted IGNITE summer camps all start with 30 minutes of group chapel followed by 2 1/2 hours of specialty camps designed to ignite your student's faith. Cost includes a camp t-shirt. Let's spend some time learning about the times of knights in shining armor and ladies in waiting! We will learn about medieval times through stories, lap booking, and role-playing! We will talk about what life in castles and villages would have been like, how monks lived and served the community, and what Kings and Queens really did besides look cool and sit on thrones.
Requirements:
Students should be able to cut and paste, listen to simple directions, and what to have fun! Since we are 2 and a half hours long, please bring a snack and water bottle.