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WEE*BOPPERS CLASS (Ages 3-4)

Two 45 Minute, 8 Weeks Sessions

Offered on:
Mondays: 2:15pm - 3:00pm or Wednesdays: 2:15pm - 3:00pm

Our Mission
A quality music education is one of the most wonderful gifts parents can offer their kids. And when children are most impressionable, what could be better than to surround them with joyful singing, dancing and musical activities? Weeboppers classes strive to provide families with the highest quality learning environment, ideal for dedicated parents who wish to start investing in a music education right from the beginning.

Our Program
Each Weeboppers class utilizes a curriculum composed entirely of original music, lyrics, games and activities developed through a joint effort by the Forte Music School creative team. The music is catchy, fun and most importantly...modern. The CD of music (included with your tuition) connects with the kids on a level that is fresh and exciting, while at the same time enjoyable to the parents’ ears as well.


Includes all materials: Forte Original Music CD, Etc.

No previous musical experience is required; this is a great introductory class to ready students for future private lessons or camps.

(It is not required that you enroll in both sessions of the Wee*Boppers Class, but highly recommended if you are going to take Fundamentals Class.) 

FUNDAMENTALS CLASS (Ages 4-5)

Offered in Two 45 Minute, 8 Weeks Sessions
Mondays 6:15 - 7:00pm or Fridays 1:45pm - 2:30pm

The Journey
Begin your musical journey with the comfort and confidence that can only be accomplished through the power of group instruction. One-on-one instruction is made all the more stronger with a solid foundation. We recommend that students start with Forte Fundamentals before taking private lessons. This class is designed to give students a fun and thorough introduction to their music studies, no matter what instrument they move into for private lessons.

Session 1: Rhythmic Foundation
Students will play musical games, try out different instruments, sing and compose their own music. While we will make sure they have lots of fun, the main function of the first half of Forte Fundamentals is to establish a strong rhythmic base for their future learning. Students will work to solidify their rhythmical feel and accuracy. They also will begin reading and writing using standard rhythmic notation.

Session 2: Melody and Pitch
The second half of Forte Fundamentals introduces students to the musical alphabet. Utilizing a small Xylophone, in the shape of a piano keyboard, students can visually begin to understand how the pitches work together to make music. By the end of the class a child can enter into one-on-one private instruction “with their feet running”. Give them a start that will not only shoot them out of the gate, but inspire and empower them on their musical journey.

Includes all materials:
Xylophone, Books, Etc. (which you will be able to keep).

No previous musical experience is required; this is a great introductory class to ready students for future private lessons or camps.

(It is not required that you enroll in both sessions of the Fundamentals Class, but highly recommended.) 

FORTE STUDENT MUSIC BLOG

Forte Music School now makes it even easier for our students to share all of the wonderful music they are recording in their lessons (we are currently updating the system for the new semester). Most of you have signed the "Blog Release" form. If you have not, please download the form on the "Home" page of our website and drop it off at the Front Desk. This will indicate if you give permission for us to post your child's recordings and other media on our blog. Click here to visit the Student Blog

BRING TO EACH LESSON:
Instrument
Music
Notebook for assignments
Three ring binder
Practice chart
Pencil

KEEP IN CASE:
Rosin
A rag to clean rosin off instrument
Shoulder pad

HAVE AT HOME:
Music stand
Korg Chromatic Tuner CA-30 (or another kind of tuner)

Practice: Practice at least three to seven times each week.


How do you get to Carnegie Hall?
Practice, Practice, Practice

- Practice every day in short sessions rather than once a week in a “cram” session.

- Set a timer and practice until timer rings
(set a time you will successfully be able to complete).

- Practice the same time every day.

- Play warm-ups such as scales, finger and/or bowing exercises.

- Review old pieces of music and exercises as warm up or as cool down after practice.

- Practice small sections of music or etudes and repeat many times.

- Focus on one element at a time
(left hand position, correct bowing or intonation, etc.)

- Write down any questions you have during your practice session, and be sure to ask your teacher about them during your lesson.

- Come up with your own ideas for making practicing easier.

- If it’s helpful, ask a family member or friend to listen to a piece you’re working on.

- Enjoy the movement of your fingers and arms as you play.

Check out this article on practice hints: The Violin Case

- Take your child to LIVE concerts!!!!!

- Listen to music at home and in the car.

- Set a practice schedule for the week (if possible, set the same time each day).

- Follow a practice chart (create your own or use one of mine).

- Remind your child to follow the practice chart; consider a reward system that you are comfortable with.

- Listen to your child practice if he/she is comfortable with that.

- Sign your child up for school orchestra, youth orchestra, or chamber music ensemble.

- Encourage your child to play for other members of the family, friends, and neighbors.

Tuesday, February 16th - Sunday, February 21st
Admission: $28.75 & up

It’s here, and it’s “AN ELLE OF A SHOW” (Time magazine). The hilarious MGM film is now a smash hit musical, and now LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL is coming to you. Legally Blonde The Musical follows sorority star Elle Woods, an underestimated blonde who doesn’t take “no” for an answer. When her boyfriend dumps her for someone more “serious,” Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. After turning Broadway and MTV hot pink, this “Feel-Good Song and Dance Juggernaut” (New York magazine) is “The Best New Musical Around!” (WOR).

Groups sales available through Portland Opera.

Thinking about having dinner before the show?
Overlooking the dramatic Keller Fountain on the First balcony level of Keller Auditorium, the Keller Café is an elegant place to meet friends for dinner, drinks or dessert before your show. The Keller Café & Martini Bar is open an hour and a half prior to Portland Opera and Broadway performances. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 503.432.2908.

Keller Café Menu for Legally Blonde:

Rolls w/butter
Tomato basil soup
Garden salad
Seasonal vegetable
Herbed orzo
Eggplant Parmesan
Meatloaf
Turkey carving station
Fresh fruit platter
Cupcakes w/ pink frosting
$22.00 per person - reservations recommended.