Performing Arts School

Have you always wanted to take music lessons?

Providence College now offers individual lessons and group classes to children, teens and adults through the new Providence Performing Arts School. By collaborating with the Music department, the school is able to offer excellent instruction through the highly trained college instructors.

We are pleased to offer lessons and classes to the greater Providence communities, including the districts of Hanover and De Salaberry.

All lessons and classes will be offered at Providence College in Otterburne, Manitoba.

CLASSES OFFERED BY THE PROVIDENCE PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL INCLUDE:

Music: Individual instruction

Voice

Piano

Guitar

Cello

Trumpet

Brass Instruments

and more may be available upon request

The cost of lessons vary depending on the instructor, length of lessons and number of lessons. However, you can expect to pay between $15-$30 per 1/2 hour. There is an annual registration fee of $40 for new students and $30 for returning students.

Lessons begin the week of September 10^th. Lesson times will be determined once applications have been submitted and will be worked out with the instructor and the student.

Music: Jazz Band 

This advanced music ensemble meets weekly on Thursdays beginning on September 13^th to April 4^th (approx. 20 classes total). The groups consists mainly of university students, however older community members are welcome. Come and learn to play Jazz with a group of fun musicians!

Auditions for 2012-2013 will be held on Thursday September 6th from 6:30-9:30. Email Matt Neufeld for more information.

Instructor: Matt Neufeld

*NEW  - Music: String Ensemble

String Orchestra (for violin, viola, cello and double bass players ages 11 and up)

Learn to play in a string ensemble for string players of differing abilities. From intermediate to advanced, there is a place for you. Students will play pieces from different time periods and learn what it means to perform and rehearse with a conductor. They will learn conducting patterns and may even get a chance to conduct the ensemble during practice! Dr. Karen Sunabacka will be condcting this ensemble with help from Providence University College Music Students.

Mondays: 6:30-8:00 pm

Instructor: Dr. Karen Sunabacka

Term 1: September 10 - December 9        $90*

Term 2: January 7 - April 14                      $90*

*An annual $40 registration fee will apply to first class enrolled in (there is a discount for returning students and Providence staff)
 

How to Apply

To apply fill out the  Providence Performing Arts Student Registration form and return with payment to:

Providence Performing Arts School
10 College Crescent
Otterburne. MB R0A 1G0
Phone: (204) 433-7488 ext 288
Email: performing.arts@prov.ca

For more information about the Providence Performing Arts School, feel free to contact Tracy Doerksen (see above) or Dr. Karen Sunabacka.

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