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Orchestra Iowa School Music Education (2018/2019)

The Orchestra Iowa School was established in 1986 to provide music education including lessons, ensembles, early childhood programs, and outreach. It has a faculty of experienced educators and offers programs in instruments, voice, music therapy, and early childhood music.

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Orchestra Iowa School Music Education (2018/2019)

The Orchestra Iowa School was established in 1986 to provide music education including lessons, ensembles, early childhood programs, and outreach. It has a faculty of experienced educators and offers programs in instruments, voice, music therapy, and early childhood music.

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SCHOOL
ESTABLISHED1986

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2018-201C)V
PROGRAMS
RCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL SCHOOL FACULT

The Orchestra Iowa School was established in 1986 to provide high


quality instruction to music students in the greater Cedar Rapids
area. Over the years, the school has expanded to include many BRASS & WINDS MUSIC TOGETHER
Facets of music education including early childhood programs, Andy Harris* - Horn Amy Maurer MT‐BC
choral and instrumental ensembles, chamber ensembles, music Lynne Hart - Clarinet, Saxophone Carly SchietFer
therapy, and individual instruction on nearly all instruments. Jennifer Wagaman ‐ Flute
School faculty is made up of many of Eastern Iowa’s most gifted
MUSIC THERAPY &
educators, including Orchestra Iowa musicians.
SYMPHONY KIDS
HARP
Amy Maurer MT‐BC
Gretchen Brumwe||*
PROGRAMS
MUSIC LESSONS: Suzuki, traditional, and group STRINGS
CHORAL 'ENSEMBLES
CHAMBER AND HARP ENSEMBLES Andrea Alert - Violin, Viola
DISCOVERY
EARLY CHILDHOOD: Music Together and Symphony Kids John Hall* - Bass
YOUTH CHORUSES: Harmony, Odyssey, and Discovery. Mike Ha||* - Violin, Viola Amy Hanisch
HARMONY 81ODYSSEY
MUSIC THERAPY: Private and Group sessions Beth HotFman - Violin, Viola
EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH: Pied Piper, MITS, Fifth Grade Fiddles, Cheryl Krewer - Violin, Viola, Jessica Muters
and Youth Concerts Cello, & Bass
Matthew Laughlin - Cello
IR!EKG]h [ZNL35 Kelly Moritz - Violin & Viola
mm ©mlhe§mfe l w Barbara Owen - Cello
Joshua Palazzo]o*- Violin & Viola
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PIANO & ORGAN
Mark Baumann - Piano & Organ

DRAMA
ADMINISTRATION
Brian Gtick
Jeffrey Collier
Chief Executive Ofi‘icer ‘ ORCHESTRA IOWA MUSICIAN
Karen Liegl
School Manager
Evelyn Rossow
Community Engagement Manager
USIC LESSONS ' CHAMBER & HAR
There are many opportunities for instrumental lessons at the Orchestra Iowa CHAMBER MUSIC
School. With a Suzuki trained instructor, children may start as young as three The Orchestra Iowa School is proud to offer chamber ensembles as an
Years of age in Violin, viola, 0r flute instruction. opportunity for advanced students to work with and perform repertoire
Because curriculum is individualized for each student, people ofall skill of varying styles while promoting growth in technical skiHS, active
levels can enjoy the benefits of lessons at the School whether beginning study, listening, and ensemble interaction.
progressing in skills, working to prepare For an AII-State or college audition or
simply playing tor the enjoyment of making music. TU|T]ON
$60/HOUR DIVIDED AMONG ENSEMBLE PARTICIPANTS
PRIVATE LESSONS MAY BE TAKEN IN:
LOCATION
BASS HORN ORCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL-119 3RD AVE. SE, CEDAR RAPIDS
CELLO ORGAN
CLARINET PIANO SCHEDULE
DRAMA SAXOPHONE DETERMINED BY INSTRUCTOR
FLUTE VIOLIN
HARP VIOLA

HARP ENSEMBLE
The Harp Ensemble performs advanced repertoire of various styles, and
REGISTRATION RECOMMENDATIONS promotes ensemble playing. The ensemble will perform a minimum of once
BEGINNING STUDENTS (PRESCHOOL /ELEMENTARY) - 30 MINUTE LESSONS per semester. An informal audition is required before a student may enroll.
INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS (MIDDLE SCHOOL) ‘ 45 MINUTE LESSONS
ADVANCED STUDENTS (HIGH SCHOOL/ADULT) ‐ 60 MINUTE LESSONS TUITION
$200 FOR 20 SESSIONS

TUITION LOCATION
30 MINUTE LESSONS - $ 107.50/ MONTH m‘ ~ m m m m m LE ORCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL - 119 3 RD AVE. 51;, CEDAR RAPIDS
45 MINUTE LESSONS - $154/MONTH [ W W W @1 WW V _
60 MINUTE LESSONS - $197.50/MONTH "’ “’ M SCHEDULE INSTRUCTOR
DETERMINED BY INSTRUCTOR GRETCHEN BRUMWELL

LOCATION
ORCHESTRA I O WA SCHOOL (012 SPECIFIED BY INSTRUCTOR)

SCHEDULE
LESSONS CAN BEGIN AT ANY TIME.
l1 USIC TOGETHER® OUTREACH PROGRAM
Music Together® is a program designed to help parents nurture their Join Orchestra Iowa’s talented String, Percussion, Woodwind, and Brass
child's musical growth. It provides developmentaIly‐appropriate music chamber ensembles as they introduce preschool-agecl children to the
and movement instruction to children from birth to 5 years old, as well as instruments of the orchestra! Focused on fun and learning, Pied Piper concerts
their parents or caregivers. The Music Together® approach encourages offer children the opportunity to enjoy an up-close and personal chamber
early child development, understanding and response through direct concert absolutelymNo reservations necessary.
musical experiences. Located at the Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and Marion
Public Libraries‘

JOIN USTODAY!

SCHEDULE
STRINGS - October
PERCUSSION - January
WOODWINDS - March
BRASS - May
*Call 379.366.8206 ext. 213 for m o r e information

TUITION
$150 FOR1O WEEK SESSIONS
$100 FOR 6 WEEK SUMMER SESSION The Orchestra Iowa School brings Symphony Kids programs to area preschool
$75 FOR A SIBLING OVER 6 MONTHS and early childhood centers, where practice of music is essential! Children sing,
THIRD SIBLING OF APPROPRIATE AGE [5 FREE m o v e , and learn the basics of rhythm, pitch matching, tempo, and pattern in a fun

and friendly program. Led by a trained early childhood educator, Symphony Kids
LOCATION is designed to teach music basics within the context of Jthe preschool classroom.
CEDAR RAPIDS - ORCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL ~119 3RD AVE SE, CEDAR RAPIDS
MARION - MARION CHRISTIAN CHURCH - 1050 MCGOWAN BLVD, MARION
HIAWATHA - ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH - 201151 Av g , HIAWATHA Trained instructors visit on a schedule of your own choosmg. You decide when you
want music and only for what you need, You don’t need any special equipment
SCHEDULE 1‘ » we bring the music to you. A variety of percussion instruments and props are
FALL . 1 0 WEEK SESSION BEGINNING 9/10/2018 _ FIDDLE COLLECTION introduced for a true hands‐on experience. Your curriculum c a n be incorporated
WINTER - 1 0 WEEK SESSION BEGINNING1/7/2019 - DRUM COLLECTION ) into the music lesson offhe dam
SPRING ~10 WEEK SESSION BEGINNING 3/25/2019 - TAMBOURINE COLLECTION
SUMMER - 6 WEEK SESSION BEGINNING 7/3/2019 - SUMMER 2 COLLECTION COST
$59,25/HOUR - PAYABLE IN MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS

MU 31m; MusiaogemerarwogodesignmwzaowMflicTagethe, ~ ,, A INSTRUCT1055


TOGETHER? LLC. Music Together is a registered trademark. Orchestra MY MAURER M .
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Iowa School
,
is licensed 4by Music Together LLC. For
more 1ocahons: www.muslctogethenccm ‐ 8007282692.
OUTH CHORUSES AUDITION INFORMATIO
HARMONY CHORUS
KINDERGARTEN & 75T GRADE STUDENTS AUDTIONS WILL BE HELD AT THE ORCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL ON
THE 2ND FLOOR ON SEPTEMBER 5 & 6 at 4:15 - 5:50 PM
Students work on the basics of pitch, tone-matching, and breath NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY
control. Students must audition to be accepted into the l
Harmony Chorus.
TUITION
$145 + $10 UNIFORM T-SHIRT FEE.
STUDENTS PROVIDE THEIR OWN BLACK SLACKS OR SKIRTS AND SHOES.

REHEARSAL-‘
SUNDAYS - 2:30-3:10 PM - ORCHESTRA I O WA SCHOOL
Auditioning students will be asked to prepare and sing
"My Country Tis 0t Thee."
ODYSSEY CHORUS »
2ND & 3RD GRADE STUDENTS
(szsgtmhiéilmfsa
Odyssey Chorus is a preparatory choir designed to instill good
vocal habits, beginning music reading, and appropriate choir Students wishing to audition for the Discovery Chorus should
behavior. This chorus aims to prepare singers tor the Discovery prepare “America the Beautiful." Approximately 7 0 0 students are
Chorus. Students must audition to be accepted into the selected tojoin the chorus.
Odyssey Chorus.
TUITION
LOCATION
$150 + $25 PERFORMANCE SHIRT AND TIE FEE
ORCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL -119 3RD AVE SE, CEDAR RAPIDS
STUDENTS p n o v a THEIR OWN BLACK SLACKS OR SKIRTS AND SHOES.

REHEARSAL
SUNDAYS - 1:15-2:15 PM - ORCHESTRA IOWA SCHOOL

DISCOVERY CHORUS
4TH, 5TH, & 61H GRADE STUDENTS

Students are invited to audition for Discovery chorus, designed to


help young singers become acquainted with qualtiy choral music
and build good vocal technique.
TUITION
$155 + $25 PERFORMANCE SHIRT AND TIE FEE.
STUDENTS PROVIDE THEIR OWN BLACK SLACKS on SKIRTS AND SHOES.

REHEARSAL
SUNDAYS - 2 : 3 0 - 4 : 0 0 P M - ORCHESTRA [ O W A SCHOOL
USlC THERAPY CALENDA
SEPTEMBER OCTOBER OVEMBER
Reseérch has shown that music has a profound etFect on the body and 5U M TUw TH F 5 WM : s WH
psyche. Music therapy is an established profession that uses music to l 1 ‘
address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 333 . g
of all ages. Music therapists find benefits in using music to help children 9 1o 11 12 13 14 15 11 t
with special needs including attention deficit disorder, autism, long-term 16 , . mg 18 . ‘
illnesses, and developmental disabilities. B M I I W M 28 V 2 5 M fi fi fl
Music therapy sessions are offered to people of all ages and DECEMBER JA LARY FEBRJARV
abilities anal can be designed to: 5U M TUw TH F 5 SUM F

- PROMOTE WELLNESS 1 30 fl.


- MANAGESTRESS A 6: ~ 6 ' ‘
- ALLEVIATE PAIN 9 © 13
- EXPRESS FEELINGS 16 - zolfl
- ENHANCE MEMORY 23 27 ~* ‑
- IMPROVE COMMUNICATION
- PROMOTE PHYSICAL REHABILITATION MARCH APRIL
- ENCOURAGE LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT S U M T U W T H F
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MUSIC THERAPIST 7
AMv MAURER, MT‐BC 14

COST
INITIAL ASSESSMENT: $40
30-MINUTE SESSION: $107.50/MONTH

GROUP SESSIONS
AVAILABLE ONSITE AT AREA RESIDENTIAL INSTITUTIONS,
CALL 1:012 INFORMATION.

252mm“ 28
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL YEAR MAKE UP DAYS I
no regular lessons
Septemoer 17, 2018 10/15_1o/20
11/19 - 11/20
SCHOOL CLOSED IS 1/; 4/5
Nov. 21- 24 - Thanksgiving Break 2/11 - 2/16
Dec. 24 - Jan.1- Winter Break 5;" ‘ 3/}6
J ul y 4 - 1nd epen d ence D ay “5/28
5 '_45/31
2 0
May 25 & 27- Memorial Day 7/1_ 7/3 & 7/5
8/26 - 8/31
O R C H E S Y R A

lVVa SCHOOL
119 THIRD AVE SE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401

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