Scarsdale Adult School Catalog Fall/Winter 2024-25
Group Piano Lessons for Beginner & Intermediate Students Specially designed for adult learners new to the piano and to the elements of music, this course teaches foundational and continuing skills in piano technique, music reading, music theory, and listening. Intermediate players will benefit from individualized attention this class provides. The class will occur in the new keyboard lab that allows students to work at their own pace. The lab also provides a unique opportunity for students of varying levels to enjoy making music together. STEFAN VASNIER began his musical life at the age of six, studying classical piano at the Paris Conservatory where he gave his first public performances and won several contests. He subsequently studied in Paris, Rome, Budapest, and New York under several notable jazz and classical instructors, leading him to the realization that classical and jazz have no boundaries when performed with freedom and honesty. A member of the Abby Whiteside Foundation, Vasnier has now taught piano privately in Paris and New York for more than 20 years. Vasnier has performed extensively on piano as well as trumpet and cornet throughout Europe and in New York at such notable venues as Carnegie Hall, New York City Center, and Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola at Lincoln Center, among many others. 10 Sessions, starting Monday, September 16 (no class 10/14, 11/11) • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Hoff-Barthelson Music School • Course 12823 • $380 10 Sessions, starting Monday, September 16 (no class 10/14, 11/11) • 2:00pm-3:00pm • Hoff-Barthelson Music School • Course 12824 • $380
Learn to Play the Violin Specially designed for adult learners new to the violin and to the elements of music, this course teaches foundational and continuing skills in violin technique, music reading, music theory, and ear training. The group class format also provides a unique opportunity for students to enjoy making music together, engage in group discussions, and support one another. No previous musical experience is necessary but you must bring your own instrument to class. MARK KUSHNIR performs as concertmaster of the Putnam Chorale Orchestra, principal 2nd violin of the Taconic Opera Orchestra, member of the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, and is active in other area orchestras and chamber ensembles. He received an MFA from Sarah Lawrence College, a BM. from Cleveland Institute of Music, and a diploma from Interlochen Arts Academy. 10 Sessions, starting Wednesday, September 18 • 2:00pm-3:00pm • Hoff-Barthelson Music School • Course 12829 • $380
Learn to Play the Cello Specially designed for adult learners new to the cello and to the elements of music, this course teaches foundational and continuing skills in cello technique, music reading, music theory, and ear training. The group class format also provides a unique opportunity for students to enjoy making music together, engage in group discussions, and support one another. No previous musical experience is necessary but students must bring their own instrument to class. AMYANWAR received a BM at the University of Iowa, a DMA in cello performance at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, and an MM at the Cleveland Institute of Music. She has taught at City Strings in Manhattan and the Interlochen Arts Camp, where she was in residence with the Bird String Quartet. Anwar is a former member of the Quad City Symphony, has performed in the sections of the Dayton Philharmonic and the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, and has participated in a number of summer festivals including Aspen and the Great Wall International Music Academy in Beijing. She has won chamber music awards in Ohio and several solo awards throughout Illinois and Iowa. 10 Sessions, starting Wednesday, September 18 • 1:30pm-2:30pm • Hoff-Barthelson Music School • Course 12826 • $380
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