The School of Sacred Music
Mommy and Me Chimes
Introduce your child to the joy of music through chime and handbell ringing. This class is for 4, 5, 6 year olds and their parents (grandparents and guardians welcome, too). Beginning reading skills will be taught along with note values and rhythmic concepts. Class meets half an hour a week for four weeks and ends with playing at the Sunday church service at 10 AM. As children and adults play together, every child should be accompanied by an adult (special circumstances such as siblings at the teacher’s discretion).
Beginning Bells
Have fun learning to ring handbells in a stress-free environment. This class is for children (grade six and up) and adults. Music reading is not necessary but is helpful. Handbell techniques, ringing basics, and music reading skills will be taught. Class meets one hour a week for five weeks and ends with playing at the Sunday church service at 10 AM.
Beginning Recorder Ensemble
Learn to play the recorder or brush up on your playing. This class is for older beginners (grade 4 and up) and adults. Fundamental music reading skills are needed. We will work towards learning the fourteen most basic notes along with a variety of time signatures, note values, and other musical concepts. Soprano, alto, tenor, and bass recorders will be played. All instruments will be provided.
Class meets one hour a week for five weeks and ends with playing at the Sunday church service at 10 AM.
Flute Choir
Join a flute choir this summer! Julie Donato, director of the flute choir at Marist College, will host flutists of all ages getting together to play music. The session runs for 8 weeks.
When: Thursday nights, June 10 to August 5 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Where: Freedom Plains Presbyterian Church
Open to players from NYSSMA level 3 and above.
All classes at the school are free of charge. Registration is required.
To register, email Juliemb@prodigy.net or text 845-518-1509.
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Include your name, whether you're an adult or a student and how many years you have played.
Classes will be held OUTSIDE. Bring a music stand and a mask or face shield if you are not yet fully vaccinated. Also bring clothespins or other clips to keep music on your stand.