Class Schedule

Attendance Policy

The Winter/Spring session begins on Tuesday, January 22, and runs through Monday, June 9, except where noted in the course descriptions.

Private lessons are ongoing during the summer.

Private Lessons
(All ages)
The Musical Offering offers private lessons in piano, violin, cello, double bass, recorder, guitar, flute, clarinet, saxophone and voice. During the academic year, private students are
welcome to attend Sunday coffeehouse events and classes free of charge. Call the Musical Offering to set up an appointment with a teacher. Times and fees vary.


The Evanston Children's Choir
(Grades 1-8)
The Evanston Children's Choir is the Choir-In-Residence of the Musical Offering. For more information about the ECC, please contact Artistic Director Gary Geiger directly at
(847) 733-0814
or gary@evanstronchildrenschoir.org
or visit the ECC website at www.evanstonchildrenschoir.org


Composition - NEW!
(Ages 10-17; Adult class offered as well)
Study composition with Chicago composer James Falzone. Mr. Falzone incorporates elements from
many musical and cultural traditions in his music and teaching. Work at your pace and find your musical voice! Private or group instruction. Day and fee to be arranged with Mr. Falzone.


Chamber Ensemble
(Ages 10-17: minimum 2 years of study.)
Study a wide variety of musical styles while learning the art of collaboration!
 
Fridays 4:00 - 5:15pm.
Instructor: Rick Ferguson
Fee: $175.00 for 15 weeks ($150 for M.O. students)

Group Voice Class
(Ages 7 and up)
Work on healthy vocal production, ear training, sight reading and ensemble singing in a supportive, age-appropriate setting of 3-6 students.  Times and fees vary.

Instructor: Kirsten Hedegaard
Times and fees vary.


Group Classes in Strings and Woodwinds
Times to be arranged with instructors subject to interest.
Fee: $195.00 for 17 weeks (30-minute
lessons).





 

 

Music Together
(Infant to 5 years w/caregiver)
Each class provides a rich variety of musical experiences including new songs, chants, movement activities and instrumental jam sessions.  Call Jill Greenman at 847-869-9886 for more information.        

Wednesdays 9:30-10:15am & 10:30-11:15am

Thursdays 9:30-10:15 am

Saturdays 9:30-10:15am & 10:30-11:15am

Call Jill Greenman at 847-869-9886 for more info.
Instructors: Jill Greenman and Abigail Schmidt
Fee: $175.00/10 weeks beginning Jan. 9th (Includes all materials.)


Music and Literacy Classes
(age 4-6)
Students will learn the rhythm of words through music and build vocabulary through creative repetition. Note reading, sol feggio singing, and instrument play will be a part of every class. Students will also learn about different styles of music and accumulate a beginning vocabulary to discuss musical ideas.

Saturdays 10:30-11:15 am
Instructor: Kirsten Hedegaard
Fee: $168/12 weeks beginning Jan. 26th
Materials, including 2 books: $20

Breath and Body – a yoga-inspired voice class - NEW!  (Adults)
Become more comfortable with your body and find your voice by using yoga-based breathing techniques to achieve vocal and physical freedom
and ease. Work on the craft of singing in a supportive and nurturing environment. Singers of all interests and levels of ability are encouraged to
attend this one hour class.

Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm
Instructor: Tina Pappademos
Fee: $170/10 weeks (M.O. students $150)

Group Voice - NEW! ( Adults) Learn how to get the most from your voice by fostering healthy singing and breathing habits.  Enjoy learning song and musical theater repertoire in a supportive and fun atmosphere of 3 to 6 students.  Day/time to be arranged with instructor.

Instructor: Tina Pappademos

Fee: $175.00 for 10 weeks.  Class length is 45 minutes.


Irish Music
(Adult Ensemble Class)
This is for adults who want to be able to play Irish music at sessions. Learn to play tunes on the fiddle, flute, whistle, banjo, mandolin, or concertina, and meet like-minded Irish players.

Mondays 7:00-8:15pm for 8 weeks beginning January 7th
Instructors: Jesse Langen and Sean Cleland
Fee $120/10 weeks

We can also offer whistle, flute, concertina, accompaniment, or fiddle in class format. Let us know if you and your friends or children are interested!