Fall 2011 Sessions
Introduction to Suzuki
with Tari Wheeler Roosa
Designed for those considering a Suzuki instrumental program. 1st term focuses on rhythm; 2nd term introduces melody.
Ages 4 to 7 years
Parent attends all classes.
Saturdays, 9:00 – 9:45 am,
Starting September 24, 2011
15 weeks
$155
2nd term: starting January 28, 2012
Suzuki Lessons with Amy Renak, Tari Wheeler Roosa, Alice Spatz, and Bing Liu.
Suzuki lessons at BMS
Suzuki is the world-renowned method for learning an instrument at a very early age. The program consists of a combination of private and group lessons. Smaller size violins, cellos, double basses, flutes, and guitars are available for rent from BMS. For piano you must have a keyboard at home. We strongly urge parents and children to enroll in the Introduction to Suzuki course either concurrently with or prior to enrolling for Suzuki instruction.
Call BMS for fees and schedules: 413-442-1411
Music for Infants, Toddlers & Preschoolers
with Tari Wheeler Roosa
These programs increase children’s awareness of rhythm and their ability to sing and move creatively to music. Parent attends all classes.
Starting September 24, 2011
15 weeks
$105
2nd term: starting January 28, 2012
Music for Infants & ToddlersAges 3 mos. to 2 yrs. 
Saturdays, 10:00 – 10:40 am
Music for Preschoolers
Ages 2 to 4 yrs
Saturdays, 10:45 – 11:25 am
Music Mind Games with Tari Wheeler Roosa – Students learn music theory and rhythms in this joyful and creative method. Each student receives a MMG kit with games, puzzles, CDs and books. Designed for students having completed Introduction to Suzuki or who are currently studying an instrument. Saturdays, 11:30 – 12:15 pm starting September 24 for 25 weeks – $275.
Kids Choirs
with Carolina Carry
& Chris Oberfield
KinderChoir
This class is a preparatory choir class designed for children in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten & First Grade. The aim of the class is to develop the children’s singing skills as well as their sense of rhythm & their general msicality through a wide variety of songs, rounds, dances & musical activities. Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:15 pm. Limit 10
Starting September 29, 2011
$175 – 25 weeks
Kindred Spirits: is a singing group for girls from second grade through high school. The goal is to create a safe and creative environment where girls can discover their voice and grow in their musical and singing abilities. Many outreach performance opportunities are given. Each new participant must pass an informal audition and demonstrate some basic singing skills, although no previous musical experience is required.
Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Starting September 29, 2011
$285
29 weeks
plus four (required) music theory and sight reading workshops Saturdays, November 5, 12, 2011 & March 3, 10 2012