Fine Arts Enrichment Program Information
What: Private lessons are an excellent
opportunity for your child to receive the highest level of instrumental
instruction available by a performer on his/her instrument. We have procured the services of private
instrument teachers on every instrument!
These instructors travel to different schools and give private
instruction on their instrument. Any
student will benefit from private lessons, the student who works
diligently and consistently will experience the most progress. Material
covered in lessons compliments the music being played in band, but will match
the individual’s needs and talents helping top level students advance beyond
the class and helping struggling students catch up to the class.
Who: Any
student wishing to excel and improve on his/her instrument is a good candidate
for private lessons. Often the students
at the top of the class get the most from private lessons because they advancing
at his/her own learning pace.
Instructors: Approved
by the director and screened by the district before they are allowed to teach. This includes a criminal background check.
Chris Cox-Flute
Catherine Conlin- Clarinet/Saxophone
Elliot Lichtenberg-Oboe
Jeff Strong-Bassoon
Nick Owsik-Trumpet
Scott Mayo-Horn
Brandon Yenzer-Low Brass
Patrick Overturf-Percussion
Chris Cox-Flute
Catherine Conlin- Clarinet/Saxophone
Elliot Lichtenberg-Oboe
Jeff Strong-Bassoon
Nick Owsik-Trumpet
Scott Mayo-Horn
Brandon Yenzer-Low Brass
Patrick Overturf-Percussion
Where: Lessons are taught on campus during band class, before or after
school.
When: The exact day and time of the lesson is
worked out between the student and the private enrichment instructor. The standard practice is one ½ class period private
lesson per week. (note options below).
Enrollment in lessons should be considered weekly commitment through the
year. Consistency and regularity are
critical to any student’s development.
We can’t expect quality teachers to continue to come to Perry if their
teaching load is inconsistent.
Options: To encourage as many students as possible
to take advantage of having a fine instrumentalist work with them on their
instrument, some teachers provide the following options.
1. One Student, ½ class period lesson, once
weekly $20/lesson
2. 2-3 students, ½ class period semi-private
lesson, once weekly
$12
per student/lesson
(students must be compatible socially
and of comparable ability)
Financial Aid: Applications for financial assistance are available
from the directors.
