Kodály Musicianship

Kodály (pron. koh-dye) Musicianship classes create a playful atmosphere where students use their own voices as their first instrument. They discover and develop aural discrimination using nursery rhymes, traditional chants, singing games, folk songs, selected art music, movement and dance. Visual, physical and aural experiences aid in exploring musical concepts such as in-tune singing, beat, rhythm, melody, form, phrasing, dynamics, tempo and timbre. Xylophones and other rhythm instruments are used to reinforce concepts first heard through singing. In advanced levels, the recorder is introduced to reinforce music reading skills. Small class sizes enable the instructor, children and parents to cultivate an intimate educational relationship.

Parental involvement is an essential component of the Kodály Program. Parents join the child for the last ten minutes of each class. Sharing musical activities at home is encouraged and each week, children are provided with a take-home activity to reinforce the lesson. A fall workshop is held to acquaint parents with the repertoire, concepts and skill presented at each program level.

Class Information
The Kodály Musicianship Program is designed for children ages 2 1/2 to 9.

• Beginning classes:
  For children ages 2 1/2 to 8 (Preparatory through Older Beginner)
• Continuing classes:
  For children ages 3 1/2 to 9 (Levels One through Advanced Musicianship)

Beginning Classes
The Early Childhood Kodály Musicianship Program has three entry level points for new students. Classes begin in September and finish in June each year.

• Preparatory Class (Pr): Designed for 2 1/2 to 3 year olds (must turn 3 before February 28). Enrollment for this class is accepted in September or February, depending on your child's readiness for an un-parented experience. Students may begin in Winter Term (Feb. 1), pending space availability.
• Level One (L1): Designed for 3 1/2 to 4 year olds (must turn 4 before February 28). Students may begin in Winter Term (Feb. 1), pending space availability.
• Level Two (L2): Designed for children ages 4 1/2 to 6 (must turn 5 before February 28). Students may only start in Fall Term.
• Older Beginner (OB): Designed for children aged 6 1/2 to 8 (must turn 7 before February 28).

Class Schedule
Classes meet once a week at the Lincoln Park Campus of Mount Royal University. Classes for all levels are offered at convenient times, Monday through Saturday.

Classes in all levels average 8 students. Small class size ensures that your child receives the best quality music education possible.

Preparatory: 30 minutes each week

Levels 1 - Advanced Musicianship: 45 minutes each week

FALL SEMESTER
19 weeks, September to January.
$215 for Preparatory
$320 for Level 1 -  Advanced Musicianship

WINTER SEMESTER
16 weeks, February to June.
$180 for Preparatory
$270 for Level 1 - Advanced Musicianship

   *Classes held at Vecova Recreational Centre, 3304 - 33 Street NW.

Registration

Fall 2012 registration:

Students currently registered in Kodály and their siblings may register on the following dates:
Families of 3, June 1, 2012 and on
Levels 3, 4 & Advanced, June 4 and on
Level 2 (turning 5 by Feb. 28, 2013), June 5 and on
Level 1 (turning 4 by Feb. 28, 2013), June 7 and on
Prep (turning 3 by Feb. 28, 2013), June 7 and on

For new students, registration begins June 11, 2012 and is ongoing until classes begin. The students will have to be the above ages by February 28.

HOW TO REGISTER
You may register by phone or on line. Placement in a class is only confirmed when payment is received. We cannot guarantee placement in any particular class. Your call will be answered in the order received. Please do not hang up and redial. Your patience and understanding is appreciated.

Our staff will work as quickly as possible to assist you, but you can help speed the process by preparing the following:

• Know which class(es) you wish to register for. Select one or two alternates in case your first choice is not available;
• If you wish to check availability of space in a couple of classes, indicate this immediately to the clerk BEFORE your registration is processed for any class;
• Have your method of payment ready.

Note: In order to register on line, you need to have a Mount Royal student I.D. number for the registrant. If your child does not have a Mount Royal student I.D. number and you want to use on line registration, please call 403.440.6821 prior to the commencement of registration in order to obtain one.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

• Payment in full at time of registration;
• Installment Payments: a 20% payment is required with the balance paid in four equal installments (September 15, October 15, November 15, and December 15 for Fall Term, or February 15, March 15, April 15, and May 15 for Winter Term). When using the installment option, a $15 surcharge is required at registration.

For more information on general registration methods, installment plan options, and on-line registration, click here or call the Conservatory at 403.440.6821.