SIU School of Music Preparatory Programs and Suzuki School

SIU School of Music provides opportunities for pre-college and community musicians to study their instrument or voice with highly skilled instructors in individual and group settings. SIU Conference Services handles registration for lessons and activities offered through School of Music Camps, Preparatory Program and Suzuki School. Private lesson fees are variable, depending on instructor training and experience. Instructor categories include SIU School of Music faculty (may require audition), Staff Instructor and Apprentice Instructor Levels 1 & 2. Staff and Apprentice Instructors are selected by SIU School of Music faculty and vetted according to Illinois state law. Level One Apprentice Instructors have completed at least one year of mentored teaching experience and/or have completed coursework in pedagogy related to their primary instrument or voice.

COVID 19 Guidelines:

In compliance with the governor’s Restore Illinois Plan and to contain the spread of COVID-19, the School of Music at SIU Carbondale plans to offer private music lessons. They will be using the following format:

Faculty/staff instructors will meet one-on-one with students for regular weekly private lessons. Meeting duration ranges from 20 to 60 minutes. Individuals involved per lesson: 1 instructor, 1 student; occasionally a piano accompanist, occasionally 1 observing parent/guardian (2 minimum/4 maximum).
Locations are limited to classroom spaces managed by School of Music Office Manager. This person will ensure at least 30 minutes air-exchange time before every lesson. Instructor will sanitize surfaces before and after each lesson (music stand, door knobs, keyboard if used). Hand sanitizer will be placed at entrance to every teaching classroom.
Distance of 1O feet will be maintained between individuals at all times, per marked designated location for each attending individual listed above. Instructor guides each individual to posted location during music lessons. Signaled will be posted at entrance to each teaching space.
Registrants have the option to choose private weekly lessons entirely online, alternating face-to-face/online, or face-to-face with online option if instructor or student goes into quarantine.

For more information about SIU Carbondale's COVID 19 response, click here.

Cello Lessons

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 cancellation 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:*

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

Registration Form

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

CELLO LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 2

Registration fees:

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

45-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 2 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration.

Registration Form

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

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

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.)

Registration Form

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

Cello Lessons SIU Suzuki School
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*:

Private Tuition Chart

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

Registration Form (Annual)

Registration Form (Pro-Rated)

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

Paula Melton, Assistant Instructor
melton@siu.edu

Clarinet Lessons

CLARINET LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 1

Registration fees:*

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

Registration Form

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 Choirs

Southern Illinois Flute Choir

The Southern Illinois Flute Choir is open to adult and collegiate flute players from SIU and the surrounding region. The ensemble plays a variety of literature written or arranged for the flute family, including C, E-flat, piccolo, alto, bass and contrabass. Members include players ranging in ability from intermediate to advanced. Yearly performances are typically scheduled in December and May. For first-time members, an audition is required (solo piece or etude or excerpt).

Fall term: TBA, 2021

Location: Altgeld 112

Time: Sundays, 7:00-8:30pm

Registration Form

Registration: $70 per person, per semester

Contact: Dr. Douglas Worthen
email: worthen@siu.edu

Southern Illinois Junior Flute Choir

Jr. Flute Choir is a flute ensemble for flute players grades 6-12, with minimum one-year experience. Must be enrolled in school band program or take private lessons.

Fall term: TBA, 2021

Location: Altgeld 112

Day/time: Sundays 4:00-5:30pm

Registration Form

Registration: $70 per semester or $140 for both semesters (Fall and Spring)

Contact: Dr. Douglas Worthen
email: worthen@siu.edu

Flute Lessons

Flute Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty
Douglas Worthen 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.

Lesson location: Altgeld 205

Registration Fees:*
4 lessons, 60 minutes each: $240
8 lessons, 60 minutes each: $480

*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 or inquiries:

Douglas Worthen

609.661.4963
worthen@siu.edu

French Horn Lessons

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.

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.)

Registration Form

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

Oboe Lessons

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

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

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.)

Registration Form

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

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

Orchestra

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS JUNIOR ORCHESTRA

Dates: Returning Fall 2021

The youngest ensemble of the SIUC orchestra family, Southern Illinois Junior Orchestra is open to string students who play violin, viola, cello, or double bass at advanced elementary through intermediate levels. Through a variety of full-group and small chamber experiences, participants learn essential ensemble skills, such as musical independence, leadership, and teamwork. While there is no specific age limit, activities are designed for participants typically in grades 5-9. Any string student working in Suzuki Book 2 or above is welcome. Participants are expected to play a "placement audition" (1-2 minute solo of choice) at the start of each semester.

Location: Altgeld 112

Day/time: Thursdays 6:00-7:00 pm

First meeting date: TBA

Spring concert: TBA

Registration: $75 per person per semester (or $100 per family if more than one participant from same household)

Registration Form

Program Information: Rachael Szewc 207.944.6818 | rachael.szewc@siu.edu

Organ

Organ Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty

James Reifinger, Assistant 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:*

30 minute lessons
5 lessons - $150

10 lessons - $300

15 lessons - $450

*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:

James Reifinger, Assistant Professor
618.536.8742
reifinger@siu.edu

Percussion/Drum-Set Lessons

PERCUSSION/DRUM-SET LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 2

Registration fees:*

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

Registration Form

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

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

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.)

Registration Form

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

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

Piano Lessons - Adult

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!
Class size is limited!

DATES: TBA (runs for 28 weeks)

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

TIME: Adult Beginning Piano Classes 6:00 – 6:50 pm

FEES: $350 Full yearly tuition paid in full by September

Tuition may be paid in four installments of $90 - September, October, January, February.

Registration Options:

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

Please contact Sarah Gray, sarahpatton00@gmail.com

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

Piano Lessons - Group

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: Returning Fall 2021(runs for 28 weeks)

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

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

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

Registration Options:

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

Plese contact Paula Melton, Music Director, melton@siu.edu if you have questions or are interested in private lessons.

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

Trombone/Euphonium Lessons

TROMBONE/EUPHONIUM LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 2

Registration fees:

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

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

Registration Form

*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 2 do not require audition. School of Music approval is required to complete registration.

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

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

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.)

Registration Form

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

Trumpet Lessons with Apprentice Instructor Level 1

Registration fees:*

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.)

Registration Form

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

Viola Lessons

Viola Lessons with Suzuki School Instructor

Registration Fees:*

Private Tuition Chart

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

Registration Form (Annual)

Registration Form (Pro-Rated)

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

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

Violin Lessons

Violin Lessons SIU Suzuki School
Paula Melton, Assistant Instructor

Registration Fees:*

Private Tuition Chart

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

Registration Form (Annual)

Registration Form (Pro-Rated)

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

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

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 cancellation 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:*

30 minute lessons, $300

45 minute lessons, $360

Registration Form

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

Paula Melton

618.536.8742

melton@siu.edu

VIOLIN LESSONS WITH APPRENTICE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL 1

Registration fees:*

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

Registration Form

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

Questions and to inquire about lessons?

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

Violin Lessons with SIU School of Music Faculty
Michael Barta, 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.

Lesson location: Altgeld 021

Registration Fees:*
4 lessons, 60 minutes each: $240
8 lessons, 60 minutes each: $480

*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 or inquiries:

Michael Barta
618.453.5805
barta@siu.edu

Voice Lessons

Voice Lessons with School of Music Faculty
Dr. Brittany Benningfield

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.

Registration Fees*:

5 Lessons

30 minutes - $125
60 minutes - $250

15 Lessons

30 minutes - $350
60 minutes - $700

*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. Brittany Benningfield, Lecturer
Brittany.benningfield@siu.edu
618/453-5815

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