Movie Music Madness
This exciting, highly motivating ensemble will perform exclusively popular movie soundtrack music. This group is open to advanced students in the 5-8th grade that are enrolled in advanced ensemble. Full arrangements will challenge even the most advanced students, and allow for a realistic musical experience. Class will culminate in a public performance. 8 weeks $249
| Day | Dates | Times | Ages | |
| Wednesday | 7/11-8/29 | 5:00-6:00pm | 5th grade and up | Register |
| Class is open to incoming 5th grade to 8th grade students. | ||||
Jr Jazz Ensemble I
The perfect way to improve your technique and musical knowledge from a jazz perspective. Play fun charts that will open the door to advanced playing, soloing, and improvisation. Play fun charts that will open the door to advanced playing, soloing, and improvisation. Swing hard backed by a professional rhythm section and coached by professional players/teachers. Class will culminate in a public performance. 8 weeks $269
| Day | Dates | Times | Ages | |
| Thursday | 7/12-8/30 | 3:45-5:00pm | Middle school ages | Register |
| Class is open to incoming 6th grade students with two years of playing experience or equivalent. | ||||
Jr Jazz Ensemble II
For the advancing jazz student, this class will feature arrangements of standard and modern jazz literature. Students will learn techniques for creating improvised solos and for ensemble playing from professional jazz players/teachers. Class will culminate in a public performance. 8 weeks $269
| Day | Dates | Times | Ages | |
| Thursday | 7/12-8/30 | 5:15-6:30pm | High school ages | Register |
| Class is open to incoming 9th grade students with five years of playing experience or equivalent. |
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Advanced Woodwind Ensemble
Have fun this summer playing in the NEW Advanced Woodwind Ensemble at AMUSE! We will play classical and popular pieces arranged for woodwinds only. This class is intended for advanced woodwind players entering 5th grade and all middle school woodwind players. This is a great way to maintain your skills over the summer. Class will culminate in a public performance. 8 weeks $249
| Day | Dates | Times | Ages | |
| Thursday | 7/12-8/30 | 7:00-8:00pm | High school ages | Register |
| Class is open to incoming 5th grade students with a year of playing experience or equivalent. |
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The following classes are NOT offered during the summer session:
AMUSE Singers
A non-auditioned chorus for men and women who love to sing and have fun making music. Conducted by Deborah Wicks La Puma, acclaimed composer, arranger, and music director, AMUSE Singers will perform at various community events around the South Bay. Repertoire includes classical, jazz, pop, and Broadway. Join us in sharing music with our community! Not offered during the summer session.
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Vocality
A brand new vocal group just for teens: Real Singing, Real Fun. Sing great music from Adele, Katy Perry, Cee Lo Green, Elton John and Queen while learning vocal technique. All parts needed – No audition necessary. Performances: June 10th concert & other local events. Directed by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Not offered during the summer session.
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Saxophone Ensemble
This class for advancing saxophone students will introduce the fundamentals or ensemble playing in an exciting setting for alto, tenor, and baritone saxophonists. Different genres of music will be explored including classical, jazz, pop, and movie music. Class will culminate in a public performance. Not offered during the summer session.
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