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YSKC Academy Classes
Chamber Music x Opus 76 Quartet
Performance Psychology in Practice
Chamber Music x Opus 76 Quartet
In association with Kansas City's Opus 76 Quartet, our chamber program consists of a number of string quartets and a wind & brass ensemble, who are guided in preparation for 5 recitals scheduled during the academic year, on the YSKC Showcase! Concert Series.
- Rehearsals are coached weekly on Sundays during the semester
- Class lasts the entir
In association with Kansas City's Opus 76 Quartet, our chamber program consists of a number of string quartets and a wind & brass ensemble, who are guided in preparation for 5 recitals scheduled during the academic year, on the YSKC Showcase! Concert Series.
- Rehearsals are coached weekly on Sundays during the semester
- Class lasts the entire academic year (over both semesters)
- Participation free via merit based audition
Business for Young Musicians
Performance Psychology in Practice
Chamber Music x Opus 76 Quartet
This class teaches young musicians how to enjoy a professional career as a musician, and how to earn money from their talent immediately.
Skills covered include booking wedding gigs, recitals, teaching opportunities and career planning, and is a condensed version of Business for Musicians workshops taught at the Royal Academy of Music in
This class teaches young musicians how to enjoy a professional career as a musician, and how to earn money from their talent immediately.
Skills covered include booking wedding gigs, recitals, teaching opportunities and career planning, and is a condensed version of Business for Musicians workshops taught at the Royal Academy of Music in London, UK. Led by Keith Stanfield.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Participation via enrollment.
Performance Psychology in Practice
Performance Psychology in Practice
Performance Psychology in Practice
In this class we will learn about the physiology of performance anxiety and why we develop it. We will explore methods of dealing with nerves when they arise and how to prepare in the practice room and beyond so that we can perform our best. Students will work to develop a more efficient and mindful mode of practicing as well developing a
In this class we will learn about the physiology of performance anxiety and why we develop it. We will explore methods of dealing with nerves when they arise and how to prepare in the practice room and beyond so that we can perform our best. Students will work to develop a more efficient and mindful mode of practicing as well developing a plan of action for approaching future auditions and high pressure performances. This class is ideal for students planning for district/state/or college/conservatory auditions. Led by Ashley Stanfield.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Some solo performance may be required in this course.
Repertory Chamber Orchestra
Performance Psychology in Practice
Performance Psychology in Practice
Repertory Chamber Orchestra gives YSKC Students a chance to read through Classical Symphonies, Operas and Ballets during the academic year. No prior preparation is required. Each session will take the form of a day long workshop. Students will sight-read & rehearse the repertoire and informally perform for parents at the end of the day. R
Repertory Chamber Orchestra gives YSKC Students a chance to read through Classical Symphonies, Operas and Ballets during the academic year. No prior preparation is required. Each session will take the form of a day long workshop. Students will sight-read & rehearse the repertoire and informally perform for parents at the end of the day. Repertoire to be covered include Beethoven & Mozart Symphonies, Mozart Operas with singers and Ballet scenes with the Kansas City Ballet. Students who participate in this at least 5 times during the academic year will be able to play through some concerto repertoire with the ensemble. Led by Keith Stanfield.
- Workshops scheduled throughout the academic year
- Participation via enrollment per workshop.
AP Music Theory Prep
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
This class provides a basic overview of the fundamentals required to pass the AP Music Theory examination. Led by Daniel Ketter.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Participation via enrollment
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
This class discusses the different ways in which music has been interpreted by various performers over the course of musical history. Led by Zsolt Eder.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Participation via enrollment
Introduction to Teaching
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
Introduction to Teaching
This class is designed to give students interested in private teaching an overview of what it involves, and how to have a successful career as a private instrumental teacher, with special reference to the Suzuki Method. Led by Beth Titterington.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Participation via enrollment
Aural Skills
Excellence in Musical Interpretation
Introduction to Teaching
This class provides young musicians with ear training to improve their sense of pitch, musical awareness and aptitude. Led by Nicholas Dold.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Participation via enrollment
Sonata Sessions
Introduction to Conducting
Introduction to Conducting
This class pairs pianists and other instruments in preparation for collaborative performances on the YSKC Showcase! Concert Series. Co-ordinated by Nicholas Dold.
- Class lasts 3 weeks per semester
- Participation via merit based audition
Introduction to Conducting
Introduction to Conducting
Introduction to Conducting
This class introduces students to the practice of conducting. Students will learn the fundamentals of conducting technique, and work with two student pianists in sessions led by Steve Davis.
- Class lasts 4 weeks per semester
- Participation via enrollment
Alumni Chamber Music
Introduction to Conducting
Alumni Chamber Music
For Adult Alumni of YSKC, this class prepares groups a fun, friendly and social manner for an annual recital. Repertoire is chosen by mutual consent, and rehearsal sessions are coached weekly throughout the academic year. To enroll, please email keith@youthsymphonykc.org