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Tuesday, Sept. 3 - Saturday, Sept. 7
Want to know what music classes for kids and teens are like at WCMS? Free demos of selected classes are being offered during the first week of September. Come try a class, meet the teachers, and ask questions before fall semester begins on September 9!
Complete schedule and more details here.
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Thursday, Sept. 5
6:30 - 8:00 PM
Some people think that WCMS is just for kids, but we have SO many offerings for adults and seniors too. Come learn more at our first annual
Adult Open House. Explore the building, meet our faculty, participate in hands-on demonstrations of instruments, and enjoy complimentary sips and snacks. Learn more about our introductory classes in piano, guitar, ukulele, and recording with Pro Tools (in our recording studio); new classes in music appreciation, music theory, and keyboard harmony; and a music & movement class especially for seniors. We also offer special events throughout the year for adults, along with volunteer opportunities, to help connect you with our community. Please join us!
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WCMS's annual MusicFest is free and fun for all ages! This musical open house features a school-wide instrument petting zoo, demo classes, and live performances. Come explore the school and visit the many rooms where you can touch and play instruments with the help of current WCMS students and faculty. Pick up a musical passport, get stamps in each of the rooms, and win a prize! Faculty and staff will be available to answer questions about group classes, ensembles, and private lessons. More details here.
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If you'd like to join an ensemble for the first time, or try out a new ensemble this fall, please come to our
Ensemble Auditions during MusicFest. Interested in jazz, rock, classical, blues, or world music? We'll match you up with one of our existing ensembles, or create new ensembles if there's enough interest.
See a list of ensembles and bands here and click through to individual pages to submit an inquiry and sign up online for an audition time slot. Just bring your instrument (or sing!) and we'll find a good match for your ability level.
We are also auditioning for
VoiceWorks (grades 3-8) during MusicFest, 2-4 pm, and Sept. 11 at 3 pm.
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A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS (AND THEN THERE'S VIDEO)
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Last year we received an inquiry about the availability of Music Theory classes. This year, we are introducing an entirely
new series of theory classes for kids, teens & adults! Plus check out our new
Music Appreciation mini-classes for adults.
If you have a special request for a class or offering, let us know and we'll see if we can make it happen! Send requests to Registrar Samara Martin.
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CHRISTMAS IN AUGUST EVENT TO BENEFIT WINCHESTER HOSPITAL
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Wednesday, August 14
6:00 - 8:30 PM
Please join us at
Studio on the Common at 22 Church Street in downtown Winchester for a "Christmas in August" event to benefit the Winton Club and Winchester Hospital. WCMS faculty member Tad Hitchcock will be on hand to perform live music with fellow guitarist Jon Wheatley. The duo will play light jazz, folk music, and holiday favorites during this festive shopping event. Preview this year's newest holiday items, participate in 10 chances to win special prizes, and enjoy complimentary wine sips. Take 10% off all purchases, with an extra 10% donated to Winchester Hospital.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNER OF OUR BLUEGRASS & BBQ BASKET!
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Thank you to EVERYONE who donated to the WCMS Annual Fund during our matching challenge in June and July. We are especially grateful to
Don Foote Contracting for making this matching challenge possible and for Don's ongoing (and amazing) support of the school. Congratulations to our winners Kristen and Lou Bellaire. We hope you enjoy the basket!
Photo: Heidi Rosenfeld, Development Manager (left) and winner Kristen Bellaire (right)
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8/14 "Christmas in August" at Studio on the Common (live music by WCMS)
9/3 -9/7 Demo Class Week
9/7 International Day at Winchester Farmers Market
9/8 MusicFest Open House 9/8 Ensemble Auditions
9/9 Fall Semester begins
9/11 Voice Works auditions
9/16 Fall Ensembles begin
9/21 Community Organizations Fair at Winchester Farmers Market
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Please visit us at the Winchester Farmers Market!
Saturday, September 7
International Day - live music, activities & special vendors (in partnership with the Winchester Multicultural Network and the Farmers Market)
Saturday, September 21
Community Organizations Fair
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Banjo
Baritone (Euphonium)
Bass (acoustic & electric)
Bassoon
Cello
Clarinet
Composition
Flute
French horn
Guitar (acoustic & electric)
Guitar (steel & Dobro)
Harmonica
Keyboard (electric)
Keyboard & Computer
Composition
Mandolin
Music Therapy
Oboe
Percussion
Piano (all styles)
Recorder
Recording/Production
Saxophone
Songwriting
Trombone
Trumpet
Tuba
Ukulele
Viola
Violin & Fiddle
Voice
Please fill out an inquiry form and our Registrar will contact you to discuss options and answer questions. Also, see
below for registration tips!
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Private Lesson Registration Tips
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Some instruments are in high demand! Contact us now for fall availability.
Can you come during off hours? We have the most availability before 3 PM and between 8 and 9 PM.
Don't see the instrument you want? Please ask! We might be able to add it!
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We are currently looking for volunteers for MusicFest, Greeter Week, and the Farmers Markets on Sept. 7 and Sept. 21.
If you would like to receive advance notice of volunteer opportunities, please visit our volunteer page. As always, we gratefully acknowledge the
volunteers
who have assisted us recently with programs and projects!
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August is when we get the building ready for the new school year! Feel free to stop by for registration or other questions.
Mon - Fri: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
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