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Bassoon Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty
Dr. Robert Jordan, Lecturer

Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lessons will be held in Altgeld 242

Registration Fees*:

4 lessons
60 minutes - $200

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Registration Form

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Dr. Robert Jordan
618/536-8742
Robert.jordan@siu.edu

 

CELLO LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 1

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees Spring Semester 2018:*

60 minute lessons $540 (or 4 installments of $135)

45 minute lessons $460 (or 4 installments of $115)

30 minute lessons $360 (or 4 installments of $90

 *Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Altgeld 205

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 1 do not require audition, but School of Music approval is required to complete registration.

For questions contact:

Dr. Eric Lenz, Interim Director and Associate Professor
618.453.2870
lenz@siu.edu

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Cello Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty
Dr. Eric Lenz, Associate Professor

Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lessons will be held in Altgeld 212

Registration Fees*:

• 5 Lessons                                                   

30 minutes   -           $150

45 minutes   -           $230

60 minutes   -           $280

• 15 Lessons

30 minutes   -           $420

45 minutes   -           $630

60 minutes   -           $780

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Dr. Eric Lenz, Interim Director and Associate Professor
618.453.2870
lenz@siu.edu

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Cello Lessons with School of Music Faculty
Paula Melton, Assistant Instructor

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: Altgeld 222

Registration Fees*:

20 minute lessons $320 (or 4 installments of $80)

30 minute lessons $400 (or 4 installments of $100)

45 minute lessons $640 (or 4 installments for $160

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Paula Melton, Assistant Instructor
melton@siu.edu

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College of Liberal Arts is offering a Chamber Music Seminar – Piano and Strings. Seminar is available for intermediate – advanced students.

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DATES: May 29 – June 2, 2018
LOCATION: Altgeld Hall
Times: Tuesday — Thursday 9:00 a.m. –12:30 p.m. | Friday — 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Concert will be on June 2nd at 4:30 p.m.
FEES: $170

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Registration Options:

• Register Online
• Call 618/536-7751 to register over the phone with a VISA, Mastercard or Discover
• Fax Registration Form with payment information to 618/453-5680

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Questions:
Seminar: Rossana Cauti at 573 / 837-5707 or send an email to rossana.cauti@siu.edu
Registration: Jackie Welch at 618/536-7751 or send an email to jackiew@siu.edu

CLARINET LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 1

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees Spring Semester 2018:*

60 minute lessons $540 (or 4 installments of $135)

45 minute lessons $460 (or 4 installments of $115)

30 minute lessons $360 (or 4 installments of $90

 *Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Altgeld 218

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 1 do not require audition, but School of Music approval is required to complete registration.  For questions or inquiries about instrument lessons:

 

Dr. Eric Mandat
(618) 453-5802
emandat@siu.edu

FLUTE LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 1

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees Spring Semester 2018:*

60 minute lessons $540 (or 4 installments of $135)

45 minute lessons $460 (or 4 installments of $115)

30 minute lessons $360 (or 4 installments of $90

 *Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Altgeld 218

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 2 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration. For questions or inquiries about instrument lessons:

Alexandra Carpenter
618/536-8742
Alexandra.jochum@siu.edu

French Horn Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty
Jennifer Presar, Senior Lecturer

Jennifer is an Instructor of Horn and Music Theory at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lessons will be held in Old Baptist Foundation 106

Registration Fees*:

• 5 Lessons                                                   

30 minutes   -           $150

45 minutes   -           $230

60 minutes   -           $280

• 15 Lessons

30 minutes   -           $420

45 minutes   -           $630

60 minutes   -           $780

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Jennifer Presar, Senior Lecturer
618.536.8742
jpresar@siu.edu

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Oboe Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty
Edward Benyas, Professor

Benyas is a Professor of Oboe and Conducting at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lessons will be held in Old Baptist Foundation 217

Registration Fees*:

• 4 Lessons                                                   

30 minutes   -           $120

60 minutes   -           $240

• 8 Lessons

30 minutes   -           $240

60 minutes   -           $480

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Edward Benyas, Professor
618. 536-8742
benyas@siu.edu

PERCUSSION/DRUM-SET LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 2

 Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees Spring Semester 2018:*

45 minute lessons $360 (or 4 installments of $90)

30 minute lessons $300 (or 4 installments of $75)

 *Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Altgeld 009/012

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 2 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration. For questions or inquiries about instrument lessons:

 Dr. Christopher Butler
(618) 453-5853
cbutler@siu.edu 

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Percussion/Drum-Set Lessons with School of Music Faculty
Dr. Christopher Butler, Lecturer

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: Altgeld 009/012

Registration Fees*:

• 5 Lessons                                                   

30 minutes   -           $150

45 minutes   -           $230

60 minutes   -           $280

• 15 Lessons

30 minutes   -           $420

45 minutes   -           $630

60 minutes   -           $780

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Dr. Christopher Butler
(618) 453-5853
cbutler@siu.edu

The College of Liberal Arts is happy to announce Group Piano lessons for adults.  Have fun learning to play piano in a group setting, once a week.  Lessons include piano technique, note reading, ensemble skills and LOADs of fun!

DATES:  February 8, 2018 (runs for 14 weeks)

LOCATION:  SIU School of Music Piano Lab – Old Baptist foundation (OBF)

TIME:  Thursday, 6:00 – 6:50 pm

FEES:  $175

Registration Options:

• Online Registration
• Call 618/536-7751 to register over the phone with a VISA, Mastercard or Discover
• Fax Registration Form with payment information to 618/453-5680

For information contact: Valeriya Kanaeva: valeriya.kanaeva@siu.edu

For registration questions: Jackie Welch at 618/536-7751 or send an email to jackiew@siu.edu

College of Liberal Arts is happy to announce After School Group Piano lessons.  Have fun learning to play piano in a group setting, once a week.  Lessons include piano technique, note reading, ensemble skills and LOADs of fun!

DATES:  September 19, 2017 (runs for 28 weeks)

LOCATION:  SIU School of Music Piano Lab – Old Baptist foundation (OBF)

TIME: Tuesday Section 1 – Beginning Piano Lessons (Grades 2-3)  4:30 – 5:15 pm
           Tuesday Section 2 – Beginning Piano Lessons (Grades 4-6)  5:15 – 6:00 pm

FEES:  $350 (Paid in full by Sept. 18 or in four installments – Sept. 18, Oct. 2, Jan. 8 and Feb 5) 

Registration Options:

• Online registration for Grades 2-3
  
• Online registration for Grades 4-6
• Call 618/536-7751 to register over the phone with a VISA, Mastercard or Discover
• Fax Registration Form with payment information to 618/453-5680

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions or if you are interested in private lessons contact Paula Melton, Music Director, melton@siu.edu

For registration questions:  Jackie Welch at 618/536-7751 or send an email to jackiew@siu.edu

Piano Lessons (Suzuki/traditional), SIU School of Music Faculty
Valeriya Kanaeva, Assistant Instructor

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: Altgeld 222

Registration Fees*:
20 minute lessons $320
30 minute lessons $400
45 minute lessons $640
60 minute lessons $800

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with School of Music Faculty may require audition or instructor approval.

For questions or inquiries:
Valeriya Kanaeva
618.536.8742
valeriya.kanaeva@siu.edu

College of Liberal Arts is happy to announce Saturday Strings!  Have fun learning to play violin or sharpening your skills on Saturday mornings.  There will be nine (8) days of instruction on Saturdays

DATES:  September 23, 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28: November 4 and 11

LOCATION:  SIU School of Music - Altgeld Hall

TIME:  10:00 – 10:45 am - Beginning Violin Class
           10:45 – 11:30 am - Advanced Beginners Violin Class

FEES:  $90 (Paid in full by Sept. 23 or in two installments of $50 each due Sept. 23 and Oct. 7)

Registration Options:

• Online Registration for Beginning Violin
  
• Online Registration for Advanced Beginners Violin
• Call 618/536-7751 to register over the phone with a VISA, Mastercard or Discover
• Fax Registration Form with payment information to 618/453-5680
  

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions or if interested in private lessons contact:

Paula Melton, Music Director, melton@siu.edu

Registration questions to Jackie Welch at 618/536-7751 or send an email to jackiew@siu.edu

Trombone/Euphonium Lessons with School of Music Faculty
Dr. Jessica Butler, Lecturer

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: 

Registration Fees*:

• 5 Lessons                                                   

30 minutes   -           $150

45 minutes   -           $230

60 minutes   -           $280

• 15 Lessons

30 minutes   -           $420

45 minutes   -           $630

60 minutes   -           $780

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Dr. Jessica Butler
(618) 453-8742
j.butler@siu.edu

Trumpet Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 1

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees* Spring Semester 2018 (16 lessons)*:

60 minute lessons $540 (or 4 installments of $135)

45 minute lessons $460 (or 4 installments of $115)

30 minute lessons $360 (or 4 installments of $90)

 *Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Old Baptist Foundation 214

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 1 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration. For questions or inquiries about trumpet lessons:

 Jennifer Presar
618/536-8742
jpresar@siu.edu

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Trumpet lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 2

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees* Spring Semester 2018 (16 lessons):

30 minute lessons, $300 (or 4 installments of $75)

45 minute lessons, $360 (or 2 installments of $90)

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Altgeld 242

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 2 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration. For questions or inquiries about instrument lessons:

Robert Jordan
618.536.8742
robert.jordan@siu.edu

Viola Lessons with School of Music Faculty
Metiney Suwanawongse, Lecturer

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: Old Baptist Foundation 205

Registration Fees*:

5 lessons for 60 minutes each - $225

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Metiney Suwanawongse
(618) 201-0553
melton@siu.edu

Violin Lessons (Suzuki/traditional), SIU School of Music Faculty
Paula Melton, Assistant Instructor

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: Altgeld 222

Registration Fees*:

20 minute lessons $320

30 minute lessons $400

45 minute lessons $640

60 minute lessons $800

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

 Lessons with School of Music Faculty may require audition or instructor approval.

For questions or inquiries:
Paula Melton
618.536.8742
melton@siu.edu

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Violin Lessons

Apprentice Instructor Level 2

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIU-Carbondale holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will also include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by School of Music faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Lesson location: Altgeld 222

Registration Fees Spring Semester 2018:*

30 minute lessons, $300

45 minute lessons, $360

 Lessons with Apprentice Instructors do not require audition, but School of Music approval is required to complete registration. For questions or inquiries:

VOICE LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 2

 

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Regular weekly lessons are scheduled on a day and time that is mutually agreeable for student and instructor. A lesson that falls on a designated SIUC holiday or administrative closure day will be rescheduled. Any lesson that is missed due to instructor cancellation will be available for reschedule. A lesson that is missed due to cancelation by the registrant with less than 24 hours’ notice to the instructor will not be rescheduled or refunded. Two regular lessons will include assessment consultation with School of Music faculty. Each Apprentice Instructor is selected by a School of Music Faculty specializing on the specific instrument or voice.

Registration fees Spring Semester 2018:*

45 minute lessons $360 (or 4 installments of $90)

30 minute lessons $300 (or 4 installments of $75)

 *Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lesson location: Old Baptist Foundation 105

Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 2 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration. For questions or inquiries about instrument lessons:

 Dr. Elizabeth Thompson
(618) 453-5815
elizabeth.thompson@siu.edu

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Voice Lessons with School of Music Faculty
Dr. Elizabeth Thompson, Lecturer

Registration is based on a 16-week term. Lesson start date and subsequent meetings will be established for day, time, and frequency to be mutually agreeable for student and instructor. Further details will be provided by the instructor, including attendance/cancellation policy, required materials, and performing opportunities.

Lesson location: Altgeld 243

Registration Fees*:

• 5 Lessons                                                   

30 minutes   -           $150

45 minutes   -           $230

60 minutes   -           $280

• 15 Lessons

30 minutes   -           $420

45 minutes   -           $630

60 minutes   -           $780

*Additional costs may also include instrument purchase or rental, associated maintenance, supplies, and materials (method books, etudes, music scores, metronome, etc.)

Lessons with SIU School of Music faculty require audition or instructor approval. For questions contact:

Dr. Elizabeth Thompson
(618) 453-5815
elizabeth.thompson@siu.edu