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Summer 2010
Jun 7 - Aug 27, 12 weeks.
Register for any or all.

Fall 2010
Sep 7-Dec 17, 14 weeks.
Register Aug 2 through semester

For registration and start up dates of each program please check out the pages for private lessons, Music First, Kindermusik, and the Registration page.

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Compose Yourself

Always wanted to write music? You can write your own piece in a new class offered at CMS-Battle Creek this summer. Instructor Philip Rugel will assist students in the composition process, and students will perform their pieces the final day of class. Compose Yourself is open to ages 12 through adult, and is intended for woodwinds, brass, guitar, and voice. No composition experience necessary. $60, plus a $5 registration fee. Contact Carol Adler, CMS-Battle Creek Coordinator, at 269.963.1911 ext 2585 or cadler@musiccenterscmi.com for more information and to register. Begins June 22.

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Read Music and Play It This Fall in Marshall!

If you play music by ear and need help reading it, or if you are just curious how music is put together, the six-week course "Music Theory Boot Camp" at the Community Music School in Marshall could enrich your musical experiences for years to come. Adults and youth age 13 and up can now register for this weekly, one-hour class.

Instructor and professional flutist Anthony Sanchez holds a Bachelor of Music degree from University of New Mexico and a Master of Music degree from Michigan State University. "Music Theory Boot Camp" costs $10/session, plus registration fee. Need-based financial aid is available.

Contact Kathleen Warriner, Coordinator, at 269.781.8256, or kwarriner@musiccenterscmi.com for more information.

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Concert Band this Fall!

CMS-Battle Creek is adding the former KCC Concert Band to its offerings starting Fall 2010. Directed by Laura Hirleman, Concert Band plans 2-hr rehearsals on Tuesday evenings, starting Sep 14, and is open without auditions to instrumentalists teen and up. Enjoy a variety of repertoire and learn valuable ensemble skills. Cost is $75/semester, plus $10 registration fee. Financial aid available. Contact Carol Adler, CMS-Battle Creek Coordinator, at 269.963.1911 ext 2585 or cadler@musiccenterscmi.com for more information and to register.

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Summer Strings!

For ages teen through adult, this orchestral strings ensemble is offered August 5-8 at CMS-Hastings. Taught by instructor Beth Lepak, the ensemble will perform locally the last day of class. Come enjoy ensemble playing in a relaxed and encouraging environment. Any string players who can play in at least 1st position are welcome. $45. Contact Steve Youngs, CMS-Hastings Coordinator at 269.948.9441 or syoungs@musiccenterscmi.com for more information.