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School for Music
Music Program Offerings

PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE/GROUP LESSONS
The Chestnut Hill School for Music is open to current CHS students and faculty, adult family members, alumni/ae and the general public. Priority will be given to current CHS students. Students of all ages and levels are welcome: those who have never taken lessons and those who want to continue the joy of music making. Children may begin individual lessons at different ages. The suggested appropriate age for enrollment on the various instruments is listed in the Lesson and Ensemble Guidelines section. Individual, semi-private and group lessons are offered in the following instruments; cello, clarinet, African drums, drums (jazz, Latin, rock), flute, guitar, oboe, piano, recorder, saxophone, trumpet, viola, violin, and voice.

ENSEMBLES
String Ensemble The CHS String Ensemble consists of intermediate to advanced string players (violin, viola, and cello) who meet weekly to rehearse fun and challenging string orchestra repertoire. Placement is based on teacher recommendation and audition. New members are encouraged to begin at the beginning of each semester. If your player is interested, contact the String Lesson Coordinator to arrange an evaluation. Chamber Ensemble is based on interest. All skill levels will be accomodated. Other Ensembles Flute choir is based on interest.

WORKSHOPS
Parents and children of any age may come to many of these fun-filled workshops. Workshops may include, but are not limited to, Family African Drumming, Music Theory, Music Technology, and Musical Theatre. No experience is necessary, just a desire to learn. Look for more information on our school web site throughout the year.

Schedule and Fees: Please see downloads or contact: Program Director/General Lesson Coordinator: chsm@tchs.org or 617-566-4394, ext. 717