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Guitar | Piano | Prep | Violin | VoiceGuitar | Piano | Prep | Violin | Voice
BE BE STARSTARS ! S !
BE PREPARED
BE ENGAGED
BE INVOLVED FAM
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The Ravinia Lawndale Family Music school, established in 1998, provides
access to the arts and opportunities for cultural enrichment to this underserved
west-side community. Children, adults and families who reside in Lawndale
receive free vocal and instrumental lessons. Residents also enjoy free classical
concerts in Lawndale and receive free lawn passes to attend concerts at Ravinia.
The Family Music School brings families together, fostering an appreciation of
music through high-quality music instruction, performance and concerts.
The Family Music School offers:
High-quality music instruction in violin, guitar, piano and voice.
Tuition-free multi-level instruction for children and adults.
A nurturing environment for developing student talent and fostering an
appreciation of music.
The opportunity to perform with community and family members.
*Lawndale residents also receive free lawn passes to enjoy concerts at Ravinia.
About
BE STARS !
Term Schedules
Fall…………… (September - December)
Spring………... (January - May)
Summer……… (June - August)
Arts Partner
Ravinia is in residence at Douglas, Franklin, Homan Square and Pi-
otrowski Parks, through the Chicago Park District’s Arts Partners in
Residence Program, which unites artists and communities in
Chicago’s parks.
Instructors
Jessie Connor, Preparatory
Elizabeth Foerster, Guitar
Andy Frickle, Piano
Allison Lovera, Violin
Ana Marroquin, Violin
Christine Taylor, Director, REACH*TEACH*PLAY
Isaac Sinnett, Associate Director
Carlos Javier, Site Manager
Michael Campbell, Coordinator
Homan Square Park
*Administrative Offices
Violin, Guitar, Choir
3559 W. Arthington St.
Chicago IL 60624
773.826.7977
Douglas Park
Choir, Piano, Prep
1401 S. Sacramento Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60623
Park Locations
Piotrowski Park
Violin, Preparatory
4272 W. 31st St.
Chicago, IL 60628
*Office Hours:
Saturday: 9:00am-2:00pm
Thursday: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Franklin Park
Piano
4320 W. 15th St.
Chicago, Il 60623
Jade Maze Choir
Javier Payano, Guitar
Norrisa Pearson, Preparatory
Alexandre Tsomaia, Piano
Alejandro Urzagaste, Guitar
Students progress through a series of programs and classes as they create a life-
long connection to music.
Preparatory Program (6-12yrs old; Pre-requisite for Family Programs)
Young students internalize musical concepts, (pitch, rhythm, melody) and develop
an enjoyment of music through singing, movement and rhythmic activities.
PREP Requirements:
-Ages 6-8 are required to take 1-year of Fun With Music.
-Ages 9-12 are required to take 1-semester of Prep II (Music fundamentals).
Instrumental Program (8yrs-Adult; Pre-requisite for Conservatory)
Families and community members play music together as they learn the
fundamentals of an instrument in an ensemble. Students will learn simple songs
that they can perform with family members.
Students can learn the guitar, violin or piano. Students will progress through a
series of classes in this 4-year program that allows any community member the
opportunity to learn basic technique, improve musicianship and develop
proficiency in an instrument. Students may not take more than one instrument at
a time, but can take an instrument and be in choir.
Choral Program (8yrs-Adult; Pre-requisite for Conservatory)
Children, adults and families learn the fundamentals of singing in a choir.
Through a shared repertoire of familiar songs, students will learn simple pieces
that they can perform with community and family members. Through several
levels of choral ensembles, students can learn and develop technique as they
become performing musicians. Choral training is enhanced as members from the
choirs combine to form a community choir. The Ravinia Lawndale Community
Choir is the performing ensemble of the Family Choral Program.
Conservatory (Advanced Students)
Admitted by audition, students participate in small group classes where they
cultivate the fundamentals learned in the Family Instrumental and Choral
Programs and become performing musicians as they develop a life-long
connection to music.
Programs & Classes
RECITALS
Recitals are scheduled for the end of each term. Students showcase what they have
learned for family, friends and community members.
CONCERTS
Performances are an essential part of the learning experience. Students will perform in
the community and will attend live performances by Ravinia guests artists in Lawndale.
Trips to Ravinia
Learning experiences are enhanced when students and their families attend concerts at
Ravinia.
Model for Ravinia Lawndale Family Music School Preparatory Program
Children internalize musical concepts (pitch, rhythm, melody) and develop an enjoyment of
music through singing, movement and rhythmic activities
Guitar Ensemble:
Beg 1
Learn to read/write
Piano Ensemble:
Beg 1
Learn to read/write
Violin Ensemble:
Beg 1
Learn to read/write
Pre-requisite for the Family
Instrumental/
Choral Pro-gram
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Years 5-8
Guitar Ensemble:
Beg 2
Develop Proficiency
Piano Ensemble:
Beg 2
Develop Proficiency
Violin Ensemble:
Beg 2
Develop Proficiency
Guitar Ensemble:
Beg 3 Improve musicianship
Piano Ensemble:
Beg 3 Improve musicianship
Violin Ensemble:
Beg 3 Improve musicianship
Advanced Level Opportunities Additional opportunities at other music schools, orchestras and choirs are set-up for advanced
level students that want to continue in music.
Family Instrumental Program (Ages 8 – Adult)
Families play music together as they learn the fundamentals of an instrument in
an ensemble. Through a shared repertoire of familiar pieces, students will
learn simple songs that they can perform with family members.
Conservatory Admitted by audition, students participate in small group classes with some
opportunity for private lessons where they cultivate the fundamentals learned in
the Family Instrumental Program and become performing musicians as they
develop a life-long connection to music.
Guitar: Intermedi-
ate 1-3
Chamber/Private
Piano:
Intermediate 1-3
Chamber/Private
Violin:
Intermediate 1-3
Chamber/Private
Guitar Ensemble:
Foundations
Basic technique
Piano Ensemble:
Foundations
Basic technique
Violin Ensemble:
Foundations
Basic technique
Fun with Music
(Ages 6-8) – 1 yr Music enjoyment and fundamen-
tals through activities
Model for Ravinia Lawndale Family Music School
Private Voice Lessons
Admitted by audition,
the most advanced
students receive indi-vidual instruction
Preparatory Program Children internalize musical concepts (pitch, rhythm, melody) and develop an enjoyment of
music through singing, movement and rhythmic activities
Advanced Level Opportunities Additional opportunities at other music schools, orchestras and choirs are set-up for advanced
level students that want to continue in music.
Family Choral Program (Ages 8 – Adult)
Children, adults and families learn the fundamentals of singing. Through a
shared repertoire of familiar songs, students will learn simple songs that they
can perform with family members.
Ravinia Lawndale Community Choir
Choral training is enhanced as family and community members from the choirs
combine to form this community choir. The community choir is the performing
ensemble of the Family Choral Program.
Honors Ensemble
Admitted by audition,
students learn ad-
vanced vocal tech-niques
Children’s Choir
Basic technique Beg Adult Choir
Basic technique
Adv Adult Choir
Develop technique
and musicianship
Music Fundamentals
(Ages 9-12) – 1 semester Older children learn music funda-
mentals
Commitment
We look forward to helping you develop your love and enjoyment of music.
Learning to play an instrument takes a lot of dedication and hard work, but is
also very rewarding and fun. We are excited that you are a part of our family!
Attendance
Being on time and attending every lesson is an essential part of learning to sing
or play an instrument. Students should plan to arrive 10 minutes before the start
of class.
Absences - 3 excused absences per term are allowed. Excused absences are
under the discretion of the instructor. Excused absences include; illness, school
activity and family obligations. A minimum 1 week notice must be given to the
instructor.
Unexcused absences are not allowed. An unexcused absence is considered
missing a lesson without notifying your instructor, arriving to class more than
10 minutes late, or any absence outside of what is accepted for an excused
absence.
Tardiness - 3 tardies per term are allowed. You are considered tardy up to 10
minutes after the scheduled lesson time. After 10 minutes, it will be considered
an unexcused absence.
You will receive a probation letter from the Family Music School after 3 tardies
or 3 excused absences and after 2 unexcused absences. You will be dismissed
from the program with any additional absences or tardies.
Practice
Being prepared for your lesson and practicing is a requirement of the program.
Tips for practicing that will help you excel:
Practice everyday
Practice for shorter periods of time (10-15min)
Set aside a specific time for practice
Set goals for your practice time
Create a practice log
Practice with a family member or fellow student
Policies & Guidelines
Be Engaged
Instruments
The Family Music School will loan an instrument for students to use while
enrolled in lessons. A deposit is required and must be paid in full for students
to receive an instrument. The deposit will be refunded upon the return of the
instrument in the condition it was received.
Instructors will go over proper care of
the instruments in class. Students will
be responsible to pay for any damaged
instruments. The Family Music School
will maintain the instruments in good
playing condition.
Students who do not return their
instruments will lose their deposit.
Instruments not returned take away an opportunity for another student to
learn that instrument and have their own musical experience.
Instrument Refundable
Deposit
Guitar $50
Violin $50
Keyboard $50
Recitals
Students will perform for family and friends at two recitals per year. A pre-
recital is held one week prior to each recital. Students not prepared or who miss
the pre-recital will not be allowed to perform in the recital. Additional opportu-
nities to perform in surrounding neighborhood venues and at Ravinia are
provided for exceptional classes and students.
As a participant in the Family Music School students agree to:
Respect your teacher and fellow students
Attend each lesson, special concert and recital
Practice throughout the week
Arrive early and prepared for your lesson
Care for your instrument
Obey the policies of the Family Music School
Student Agreement
BE PREPARED
Parent Support
Parents/guardians agree to support your child’s involvement by:
Attending Family Meetings
Bringing your child on time each week to lesson
Attending lessons, recitals and special concerts (children under 11 yrs
must be accompanied during classes)
Encouraging your child to practice and reach musical goals
Ensuring instrument upkeep
Volunteering to help the Family Music School
Contact our Ravinia Lawndale Administrative Office with any questions.
773.826.7977 or [email protected]
BE INVOLVED