Curriculum
Organ 101
Class instruction is offered for pianists in basic organ manual and pedal technique, organ registration and hymn playing. Class size is limited to six students who learn through teacher instruction and computer tutorials installed on six two-manual/pedal church model electronic organs.
Organ 201
As the student progresses, they will advance to more challenging hymn playing, registration, repertoire, and accompanying skills. Class size is limited to six students who learn through teacher instruction and computer tutorials installed on six two-manual/pedal church model electronic organs. 201 may be repeated.
Private Organ Lessons
Students receive eight 60-minute, bi-weekly private lessons per semester. Private lessons offer students the opportunity for individualized instruction from qualified organ instructors.
Class Schedule
David Gardner Hall - Room 104B
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 201 | 11:00 am |
| Tuesday 101 | 1:00 pm |
| Tuesday 101 | 7:00 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am |
| Saturday 101 | 9:00 am |
Requirements
Piano Skills
Intermediate piano skills are required.
Organ shoes
Organ shoes are required. You can find organ shoes online at store.organmastershoes.com.
Materials
Students are required to purchase materials needed for courses. Materials can be purchased online or from the organ instructor.
2018-19 Calendar
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 1 | First installment of tuition due |
| August 20 | Fall semester begins |
| September 3 | Labor Day Holiday* |
| October 7-14 | Fall Break* |
| TBA | Fall Concert, Libby Gardner Hall |
| November 22-23 | Thanksgiving Holiday* |
| December 15-Jan 6 | Winter Break* |
| January 1 | Second installment of tuition due |
| January 7 | Spring semester begins |
| January 21 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday* |
| February 18 | Presidents’ Day Holiday* |
| March 10-17 | Spring Break* |
| TBA | Spring Concert, Libby Gardner Hall |
*No private lessons.
