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Community Music
at Texas Woman's University |
At Texas Woman’s University, community music students are given the opportunity to excel and receive outstanding instruction from highly qualified and experienced teachers. Music studies are geared towards each individual’s desires and needs. Through the study of a musical instrument or voice, students can prepare for solo or ensemble performance opportunities, for auditions, or for personal enrichment. Our students gain a greater appreciation for a variety of musical styles and enhanced music skills to last a lifetime.
Private Lessons Offered on:
• Piano
• Organ
• Guitar
• Clarinet
• Flute
• Voice
• Horn
• Trumpet
• Euphonium
• Trombone
• Tuba
• Cello
• Bass
Instruction is individually-tailored, based on each student’s previous background and goals. Instruction is available from beginning to advanced levels. Students study basic musical elements, technique, sight reading, repertoire, and performance skills as appropriate for their particular instrument.
Group Lessons Offered on:
• Piano
• Guitar
Lessons in a group setting at a beginning level where introductory skills can be learned and practiced by multiple individuals simultaneously.
Adaptive Lessons Offered on:
• Piano
Lessons tailored to students who may require non-traditional teaching methods due to a disability.
At What Age Can I Begin Lessons?
Piano and Strings – age four to adult
All other instruments and voice – age eleven to adult
Where Do I Begin?
Each student is unique, and our flexible programs are designed to meet individual needs and schedules. For help in planning the best course of action for you or your children, please contact the Office of Lifelong Learning at (940) 898-3408. We offer outstanding facilities and a continuous progression of learning opportunities for a wide range of ages.
How do I select a teacher?
A listing of teachers with brief biographical information can be found on the website. Experience, teaching styles, and availability vary from instructor to instructor. Following registration, a music faculty member will contact you to discuss and arrange an instructor for you or your child.
Why should my child study at TWU?
Studying music in a school environment gives students access to a large, highly qualified faculty, exposure to students of all levels on a variety of instruments, opportunities to attend professional quality recitals and concerts for free, a chance to play for their friends and families in both formal and informal settings, facilities in a University setting, beautiful campus, and a historic building. Quality teachers are selected by the TWU music department faculty.
Printed Music Purchases
Various printed music (scores), method books, and/or textbooks will be required for lessons and classes. Individual instructors will provide you with information about these materials prior to, or at the first lesson or class meeting. Students are expected to purchase printed music and will not be allowed to use library copies for everyday use. Many inexpensive editions exist and your instructor will help offer suggestions as to where to purchase materials. Instructors will not provide photo-copied materials as it is against Copyright Law.
Tuition for Private and Adaptive Lessons (Lessons for 12 weeks unless specified)
Private: Piano, Organ, Guitar, Clarinet, Flute, Voice, Horn, Trumpet, Euphonium, Trombone, Tuba, Cello, Bass
Adaptive: Piano
Professional Teacher:
30 minute lesson $250 / 45 minute lesson $325 / hour lesson $400
(Teacher with a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent)
Artist Teacher:
45 minute lesson $625 / hour lesson $875
(Teacher of considerable teaching experience and reputation)
Artist Teacher (Four Lessons) 45 minute lesson $250 / hour lesson $300
(Teacher of considerable teaching experience and reputation)
Tuition for Group Lessons (Lessons for 12 weeks)
The tuition fee for group lessons is $125.
Schedule for Fall 2008
Week Day Group Lessons
Group Guitar Lessons
Music Bldg., Room 301
Tuesdays – September 2, 2008 through November 18, 2008
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Group Piano Lessons
Music Bldg., Room 220
Tuesdays – September 2, 2008 through November 18, 2008
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Confirmation Letters
All event correspondence will be delivered to you by email. It is important to provide a current email address on the registration form or online. Check your spam box for information from Texas Woman’s University. Our goal is to provide you with up-to-date information regarding the event you have registered for in a timely and efficient manner.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
Registrants who find it necessary to cancel will receive a refund, less a $50.00 processing fee. To receive a refund, you must submit written notification seven days prior to the event start date. Refunds will not be given once the start of the program. The Office of Lifelong Learning reserves the right to cancel this event if sufficient enrollment is not met. In doing so, Texas Woman’s University’s liability is limited to the registration fee.
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