​The Joyful Grammar of Music:  Primary (1st-3rd Grade)


Winter/ Spring 2020 Thursdays from 1-1:50 January 9-April 16 (12 sessions)
​*We will not meet January 30, February 20, or March 19.  

Description
This class will meet once weekly for 50 minutes.
​The main focus of this class is primary music concepts and musical literacy based on the methods of Zoltán Kodály, taught from a Classical, Christian perspective by a Level 2 certified homeschooling mother. The purpose of the class is to aim for beauty and joy, while teaching music through the folk songs of America and masterworks of great composers.

Course Instructor: Melissa Surman
Cost: $84 per semester (12 classes)

The Joyful Grammar of Music:  Intermediate (4th-6th Grade)


Winter/ Spring 2020 Thursdays from 2-2:50 PM January 9-April 16 (12 sessions)
​*We will not meet January 30, February 20, or March 19

Description
This class will meet once weekly for 50 minutes.
The main focus of this course designed for older grammar age students is a more accelerated tour of primary music concepts, introduction of intermediate concepts, and overall musical literacy based on the methods of Zoltán Kodály. This beautiful and joyful approach to music education includes solfege instruction and singing. Concepts will be extracted in an engaging way, using only the finest songs of our heritage.

Course Instructor: Melissa Surman
​Cost: $84 per semester (12 one hour classes)

Homeschool Chorus (grades 3 and up)


Winter/ Spring 2020
​Mondays 12:00-1:00 January 13- May 11 
Cost:  $5 a week per student

Description
The chorus will rehearse once weekly for 45-60 minutes.
The main focus of this class is to establish good singing habits, with regard to proper breathing and tone production, as well as introductory solfege, theory, and musicianship.  We will rehearse several songs and perform at the spring studio recital on May 8.  This class meets at Delhi Hills Baptist Church.
*minimum of 5 students enrolled required
Course Instructor: Melissa Surman

Piano and Singing Lessons

Winter/ Spring 2020 ​Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Fridays January 9 - May 8

Description:
Individual/ private lessons feature one-on-one instruction from the instructor. They are usually given at her home studio in Delhi Township.  Included in a 30 minute lesson is study in note reading, rote performance, improvisation, rhythm, and theory. In a 45 minute lesson, more advanced repertoire can be studied, as well as chords and other topics. Two recitals a year are included. Students may begin taking lessons anytime during the semester as long as the time slot is available.
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30 minute lesson- $20
45 minute lesson- $30
​60 minute lesson- $40
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*private lessons are taught at the home studio of Melissa Surman unless otherwise arranged.

Performance Opportunities

There are  two recital opportunities a year for students of Gloria Music Studio. One occurs at the end of the fall semester, which usually features Christmas music and classic repertoire. The other takes place at the end of the spring semester. These performances are a fun time for students to meet one another and showcase their accomplishments. Students are strongly encouraged to participate, although it is not required.  
​Spring Studio Recital 2020
When:  Friday, May 8  at 7 PM
Where: Delhi Hills Baptist Church sanctuary 
*Reception to follow performance

Location

All homeschool classes are taught at Delhi Hills Baptist Church.  The address is 5421 Foley Road, Cincinnati, Ohio.  Private lessons are taught at the home of Melissa Surman in Delhi.  The address is given once a lesson time is assigned.