We are offering a great selection of group courses, workshops and ensembles in our First Term, for students of all ages and levels:
Except for our courses for children, which start on Saturday, 29 September, all of these start during the week of 1 – 6 October. Many of these are filling quickly, so we recommend enrolling as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Courses for Adult & Teen Beginners
All of our Introducing courses are designed for absolute beginners and assume no previous musical experience. Each term's Introducing courses start from scratch, although there are generally continuation courses available in the next term for students who have completed them.
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Courses for Children
Music for Me Pre-Instrumental Courses
22 weeks, 29 September 2012 - 23 March 2013
Designed for children aged 3-4, 4-5 and 5-6, our Music for Me Programme is a unique introduction to music and music-making, all in a nurturing and creative environment.
Instrumental Courses
22 weeks, 29 September 2012 - 23 March 2013
Designed for beginning students as well as ‘graduates’ of Music for Me (or other pre-instrumental programmes), our Introducing courses are lively and comprehensive first experiences with instruments.
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Intermediate-Advanced Courses & Worekhops
Our Intermediate-Advanced Courses & Workshops are designed to complement regular music study and are also areas of specialised focus for students with some experience.
Vocal
Guitar
Jazz
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Theory, Musicianship & Songwriting
The development of a complete musician requires far more than simply learning to play an instrument or sing. For this reason the New School offers a range of Theory, Musicianship & Songwriting lessons and courses, designed to supplement and support the student's practical studies.
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Music Technology
The New School's Music Technology programme focuses specifically on applied technology for practising musicians, teachers and students. In addition to our Introducing Music Technology course (see below), private and group lessons in a range of subjects are available, as well as preparation for the Leaving Cert. Music practical exam.
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Ensembles
Ensemble playing (and singing) is an essential – though often neglected – part of any musical education. Ensemble and choir members, under the direction of dedicated and experienced teachers/coaches, enjoy the unique pleasures of group music-making. We aim not only to make good music, rehearsed to public performance standard, but to have a lot of fun in doing so! Our ensembles are open to both New School and external music students.
- Adult String Ensemble (Grade II to Grade V standard)
Starting 2 October | Tuesdays 6.30 - 7.30 pm - Flute Ensemble (Grade III standard and above)
Starting 2 October | Tuesdays 6.30 - 7.30 pm - Jazz Ensemble I (At least one year of instrumental study)
Starting 2 October | Wednesdays 6.30 - 7.30 pm - Jazz Ensemble II (Jazz Ensemble I or previous jazz experience)
Starting 3 October | Wednesdays 8 - 9 pm - Waltons Gospel Choir (One term of individual or group singing tuition)
Starting 4 October | Thursdays 6.30 - 8 pm
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