2024–2025 SEASON
Our Concert String Orchestra will begin rehearsing on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the MYPO Studio in the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center, upstairs between Fun Factory and Central Maui Tax from 9 am–11 am.
beginning strings
(Cash or check is also accepted)
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Time: Saturdays, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
1st Class: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Tuition: $400 + $25 Registration Fee
*Registration fee waived if paid in tuition paid in full
Open to students ages 7–14 wanting to learn to play the violin, viola, cello or bass. Students will have fun while learning the basic steps of learning to play their instruments from removing them from their cases, correct posture, and basic left and right arm/hand techniques. An introduction to note reading will be covered which will allow them to play while reading sheet music.
*Parents (or an adult) of students ages 7–8 are asked to attend the class with their child to assist them until the basics are covered and students are comfortable.
PREPARATORY STRINGS
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Time: Saturdays, 11:30 am–12:30 pm
1st Class: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Tuition: $400 + $25 Registration Fee
*Registration fee waived if paid in tuition paid in full
By Teacher Recommendation
Open to students who have played their instruments for at least one year in a class or privately, able to play one octave D and A major scales in 1st position for violin, G and D scales for viola and cello, and A and D major scales on bass. They are in the middle of Essential Elements Book I or Suzuki Book 1, very comfortable in D major and starting G major. Note reading is a work in progress but the basic fundamentals are in place. Privately lessons are highly encouraged.
string ensemble
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Preparatory Ensemble for Concert String Orchestra
Time: Saturdays, 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
1st Class: Saturday, September 14, 2024
Tuition: $400 + $25 Registration Fee
*Registration fee waived if paid in tuition paid in full
By Teacher Recommendation
Students who have played the violin, viola, cello or bass for 2–4 years or more privately or in a class, able to read music although may still need help with various accidentals. Students are beginning to play in 3rd position and well on their way with vibrato, are welcome to join the String Ensemble. Private lessons are highly encouraged.
concert string orchestra
(Cash or check is also accepted)
Time: Saturdays, 9 am–11 am
1st Class: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Tuition: $425 (2 hour class) + $25 Registration Fee
*Registration fee waived if paid in tuition paid in full
By Teacher Recommendation
Audition will be required for 2025-2026
Open to students who have played the violin, viola, cello or bass for 3 years or more and who are able to read music fluently and count rhythms accurately. Students are playing in 3rd position (4th for cellos) comfortably and working toward 3 octave scales. Shifting into higher positions, good/
solid intonation, developing and mastering vibrato will allow students to continue their advancement to their highest potential. We will be playing various genres of music which will require varying techniques and nuances. Private lessons are required.
attendance policy
As a part of a “music team,” which is very similar to an athletic team, every student is important! Students are highly encouraged to attend classes every week for their benefit and the benefit of the ensemble/team as a whole. This takes a commitment to your team/ensemble.
At the same time, we understand that situations do occur. Students are allowed 3 absences in each semester, or 6 for the entire year. It is imperative that parents notify the instructor if their child will be absent. While these absences are allowed, it is the students/parents responsibility to contact the instructor to find out what was missed and be prepared for the next class. If help is needed, please ask your private or class teacher for assistance.
Please let the instructor know of any extenuating circumstances that may require individual consideration regarding our attendance policy. Students must be at the rehearsals the week prior to concerts and should make every effort to be in attendance for the last 2 weeks before a concert. This is a priority.
financial assistance
MYPO is reaching out to various funding sources to assist in covering the tuition fees if
needed, especially at this difficult time. We will not turn students away due to
financial reasons, but will work with each family to find various, workable solutions.
Please see email mypomaui@gmail.com or call 808-283-6723 to discuss your situation.
For any questions or for further information please email mypomaui@gmail.com or call 808-283-6723.