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Music

Music education at the Workhouse Arts Center!

We are proud to introduce our very first Early Childhood Music Education courses that provide quality music instruction to children ages 6 months to 7 years old. See below for more details!

We also have wonderful opportunities for private instruction in a variety of instruments and vocal lessons. Whether you are brand new to learning an instrument or are looking to brush up on your skills, we're sure you'll find what you're looking for within our programming offers.

If you still have questions, feel free to call us directly at 703-584-2934.

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Interested in Private Lessons?

If you are a student interested in registering for private lessons, please call 703-584-2934 for more information.

Spring private lessons will begin in April 2017 for the following instruments: Cello, Piano and Voice.

Spring Classes

Cello Lessons (Spring)

Instructor: Joan Wolfe Kidder

Joan Wolfe Kidder is a cellist living, teaching, and performing in Northern Virginia. She earned her Masters in Music Performance from Ball State University where she studied cello and chamber music with Dr. Peter Opie of the American Piano Trio and her Bachelors in Music Performance from the Conservatory of Shenandoah University where she studied with Mr. Clyde Shaw of the Audubon Quartet. Joan has attended various summer music festivals including the Idyllwild Summer Music Festival and the Chautauqua Summer Music Festival where she furthered her love of performing and attended professional masterclasses and performances. She has performed with the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra, Ars Nova Chamber Orchestra, and National String Symphonia. In addition to performing, Joan has been teaching cello for almost 10 years. She began her study of the Suzuki method in 2014 and is currently certified through book 3 with plans to continue study. She believes in the emphasis of listening skills and believes they help her students to be sensitive musicians. She has also taught many group classes for general music skills and piano skills and is certified in the Orff method and uses its emphasis on movement with all her students. 

Spring Quarter
All Skill Levels
Availability: Wednesday (3:30pm-4:15pm) and (5:30-8:00pm), Saturday (1:30pm-6:00pm)
Meets in W-4, Rm. 406

 

If you are interested in booking a private lesson, click this link to continue: Register

Voice and Piano Lessons (Spring)

Instructor: Dr. Linda Teasley

Dr. Linda Teasley, performer, teacher and most recently a board-certified music therapist, has lead an interesting and varied musical life.  After receiving an undergraduate degree in music education, Dr. Teasley completed a Master of Music in performance degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Linda joined the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus, the official chorus of the U.S. Navy Band in Washington, DC where she served for 20 years and retired as a Chief Musician. During her time in the Sea Chanters, Linda completed the Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the University of Maryland in College Park, MD. Dr. Teasley has taught voice and piano extensively in the DC area including Georgetown University, Northern Virginia Community College and at several community music schools as well as her home studio. 

Spring Quarter
All Skill Levels
Availability: Thursday (3:30pm-8:00pm)
Meets in W-4, Rm. 407


If you are interested in booking a private lesson, clink this link to continue: Register

Summer Classes

Tunes for Tots (Summer)

Ages 18 months – 3 years with parent/caregiver
Instructor: Joan Kidder


Students will be introduced to music through musical play.  We’ll bounce, dance, and sing to favorite songs and lullabies!  Dexterity, coordination, and rhythm are improved by playing fun percussion instruments, and we’ll learn musical concepts such as soft vs. loud and slow vs. fast.  (Meets in W-4, Rm. 408)

Summer Quarter (4 weeks) 
Wed June 28 (10:00am-10:45am)
Sat July 1 (10:00am-10:45am)
Wed July 26 (10:00am-10:45am)
Sat July 29 (10:00am-10:45am)
Wed Aug 23 (10:00am-10:45am)
Sat Aug 26 (10:00am-10:45am)

Tuition: $100
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Prelude for Preschoolers (Summer)

Ages 3 – 4 with parent/caregiver
Instructor: Joan Kidder 


This class is more advanced that Tunes for Tots with students exploring pitches, learning Call and Response, and building their skills of rhythm and musicality.  Students will improve their coordination through freeform and choreographed movements to familiar tunes, as well as fingerplays.  After completing Prelude for Preschoolers, students will have developed a sense of confidence in their musical contribution and social skills that they can apply to school. (Meets in W-4, Rm. 408)

Summer Quarter (4 weeks) 
Wed June 28 (11:00am-11:45am)
Sat July 1 (11:00am-11:45am)
Wed July 26 (11:00am-11:45am)
Sat July 29 (11:00am-11:45am)
Wed Aug 23 (11:00am-11:45am)
Sat Aug 26 (11:00am-11:45 am)

Tuition: $100
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Music Explorers (Summer)

Ages 4 – 6 without parent/caregiver
Instructor: Joan Kidder 


Our Explorers will participate in this class and build their independence.  Caregivers are not required to attend, but are welcome to join and view informal performances of the techniques we work on in each class.  Independence will be strengthened in pitch and rhythm through circle games, solo singing, and experimenting with percussion instruments.  Musical skills are improved through participation and actively listening to song tales. (Meets in W-4, Rm. 408)

Summer Quarter (4 weeks) 
Wed June 28 (4:30pm-5:15pm)
Sat July 1 (12:00pm-12:45pm)
Wed July 26 (4:30pm-5:15pm)
Sat July 29 (12:00pm-12:45pm)
Wed Aug 23 (4:30pm-5:15pm)

Sat Aug 26 (12:00pm-12:45pm) 

Tuition: $100

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Performing Arts Camp - Performance Track

All Skill Levels, Ages 8-15
“Creative work is not a selfish act or a bid for attention on the part of the actor.  It's a gift to the world and every being in it.  Don't cheat us of your contribution.  Give us what you've got." ~Steven Pressfield

Explore the world of theatre this summer at the Workhouse!  During your four weeks here, you will participate in script study and creation, acting, movement, and voice classes, and develop rehearsal skills.  Students will build skills in a range of acting styles and work on an original production that culminates in a performance on August 19th after Art Under the Arches.

Summer Quarter (4 weeks)
July 24 - August 18
Meets Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm
Tuition: $1,200 - Register before May 1st to receive our Early Bird Price of $900!

Multiple Reservation Discount available by phone only – full tuition for first child, $100 off each additional full-day reservation, $75 off each additional half-day reservation. Pre-Care is available starting at 7:30am for $10 per day for each camper. Payment Plans also available!  Please CALL to purchase Pre-Care, to take advantage of this discount, or set up a Payment Plan at: 703-584-2900. *Note: A minimum of 4 campers must be met in order for each camp session to run.
Register

Performing Arts Camp - Theatre Design

All Skill Levels, Ages 8-15
“Creative work is not a selfish act or a bid for attention on the part of the actor.  It's a gift to the world and every being in it.  Don't cheat us of your contribution.  Give us what you've got." ~Steven Pressfield

Explore the world of theatre this summer at the Workhouse!  During your four weeks here, you will participate in script study and creation, scenic and lighting design, set building, costuming, and stage management.  Students will build skills as theatre technicians and learn about collaboration through creating an original production along with the "Performance Track" that culminates in a performance on August 19th after Art Under the Arches.

Summer Quarter (4 weeks)
July 24 - August 18
Meets Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm
Tuition: $1,200 - Register before May 1st to receive our Early Bird Price of $900!

Multiple Reservation Discount available by phone only – full tuition for first child, $100 off each additional full-day reservation, $75 off each additional half-day reservation. Pre-Care is available starting at 7:30am for $10 per day for each camper. Payment Plans also available!  Please CALL to purchase Pre-Care, to take advantage of this discount, or set up a Payment Plan at: 703-584-2900. *Note: A minimum of 4 campers must be met in order for each camp session to run.
Register

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