780 Salem Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 | 908.469.1211
Students build on how to read as well as play notes and chords, as well as learn some more advanced techniques. Students build stronger rhythm, timing, coordination, memory and finger strength through a variety of music exercises and through playing classic and contemporary songs. This class is for students with a basic mastery of the guitar, looking to advance their techniques.
Assessment is required for Guitar II.
Instrument rentals are available for a fee on a first come, first served basis.
Wednesdays
(Grades 6 - 8 )
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Students build on both the basics they've already learned of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs. *Assessment is required.
Keyboard rentals are available for a fee on a first come, first served basis.
(Grades 5 -7 )
6:30 - 7:30 PM
(Grades 3 -5 )
Students learn both the basics of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs.
(Grades 2 - 4 )
Fun and interactive activities and songs engage students in the movement and music. Students practice vocal technique including proper breathing, support and control to improve the quality and strength of their singing voices. By adding choreography, students learn how to use their bodies in combination with their voices to create a performance. Students work up to a group performance.
(Grades 3 - 5)
Students are involved with student-led creative clubs that give them an opportunity to work on an artistic project and game of their choice. Game time is available at no cost to Institute participants.
(Grades 3 - 7)
6:30 - 7:15 PM
Students learn the basics of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs.
(Grades 5 - 7 )
Beginning at age 6, ½ hour and 1 hour private lessons are available in:
Drum
Guitar
Piano
Voice
Saxaphone
Private Lessons are available in 24-week sessions from October to May. Lessons are scheduled individually by Institute staff. Private lessons are not covered for financial aid.
A limited number of lessons are available in 12-week session from February to May.
(Ages 6 - Adult)
Please contact us to see what may be available.
Students will create a story by putting an idea onto paper. They will create a story, people, a culture, and a time. Playwriting is a type of writing that is done in which the which final written product is usually intended to be performed or read for an audience. A person who writes plays is usually called a dramatist or "playwright". Playwriting dates back to Ancient Greece.
6:30 - 7:50 PM
Students explore the world of Breakdance with particular emphasis on Popping, Locking, and Breaking. They will build skills in balancing and controlling their bodies and learn how to strengthen their own rhythm while learning a variety of sequences, dance choreography, and some Hip Hop history.
(Grades K - 3 )
Students build on skills in fingering, form, and proper bow technique, while learning the fundamentals of music theory including reading music. Students will work individually and collaboratively on exercises and song work building rhythm, timing, concentration, comprehension and coordination.
Violins are available for rental for a fee.
(Grades 2 -4 )
(Grades 5 - 8 )
Students build on skills they learned in Piano I. Continuing learning about music theory. Students will begin playing with two hands and should know their basic keys and hand positions. Students will have to be assessed before entering a Piano II class.
Keyboard rentals are available for a fee and are on a first come, first served basis.
(Grades 4 - 7 )
Students will learn how to create original music content, learn basic music theory, music notation, and apply it in our originals created as a class. Students will gain an understanding of the effort and value of teamwork.
5:00 - 6:20 PM
Learn the art of creating your own podcast from creating content, recording techniques, building an audience and more.
Students will learn comtemporary theatrical and concert dance. Expressing emotions and concepts through body movements. All levels welcome.
An improvisational acting class that gives students a chance to use their voices, bodies and imaginations to create characters and tell stories. Students work on pantomime, expressing emotion, exploring new topics socially and emotionally and creating dialogue while becoming more comfortable and confident in front of others.
(Grades 5 - 7)
Students will create original writing that expresses their ideas and thoughts in an imaginative way. Creative writing encourages students to step out of reality and into a new realm inspired by their own imagination.
(Grades 4 - 7)
Taught by a professional a Chef, students learn culinary fundamentals from cooking methods, knife work, sauces and more. Adult supervision and involvement is required. Ingredient purchase required.
(Grades 2 - 12)
Students practice vocal technique including proper breathing, support and control to improve the quality and strength of their singing voices. The class in enhanced by incorporating student centered creative projects to build to a final performance.
Especially geared for students in grades 3 – 6. Students can participate in a pre-teen-focused discussion group that encourages them to get to know each other by exploring their thoughts and ideas ranging from “favorite childhood memories” to “dealing with difficult friendships.”
(Grades 3 - 6)
We are registering for our Afterschool Institute, a 16-week semester. We are offering exciting hybrid classes that begin online and transition to IN-PERSON classes in the Spring.