Percussion Department
Percussion Department - Core Philosophy
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| Percussion Department Chair - Ed Sorrentino |
The Conservatory’s Percussion Department offers the very best in percussion education, with instruction on snare drum, drum set, mallets, timpani and world percussion (Latin percussion, hand drums/steele drum) Monthly workshops/masterclasses (free to SSC students) are offered in an effort to establish a strong and versatile student population and bring awareness to communities we serve.
Percussion Lessons
Private Lessons
Most students start private drum lessons and percussion lessons in grade four. During each 17-week semester, each private lesson student receives an evaluation from the teacher to keep the student and the parent apprised of the student’s progress.
Private and semi-private lessons are offered at 30 minute, 45 minute, and 60 minute lengths. Group instruction (three or more students) is 60 minutes in length. Our lesson prices are based on two 17-week semesters. Students choosing to pay for a full year receive 34 lessons at the 32-week price. Students may sign up at any time during the semester and receive a prorated tuition.
Percussion Department - Class Offerings
Vartan Aghababian, Edwina Li, Margaret Li
Basic Musicianship is offered to all private lesson and Suzuki students to supplement their music literacy. These one hour classes review and teach basic elements of music.
Beginner/Intermediate Percussion Ensemble
Intermediate-Advanced Percussion Ensemble
Advanced Percussion Ensemble
Mallet Ensemble
Ed Sorrentino
Honors Ensembles
Advanced students in the Honors Woodwind, Brass, Percussion and Jazz/Rock Ensembles are chosen by audition
Managing Director Candace Kniffen
Artistic Director Steven Karidoyanes
BaYS is an auditioned*, sequential youth orchestra program.
Dolce Strings (string ensemble)
Sinfonia (intermediate full orchestra)
Symphony (advanced full orchestra)
Chamber opportunities are available in strings, percussion, woodwind, brass, voice and mixed instruments with or without voice.
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Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who can document financial need.
Financial Aid deadlines and application.