original rock band
Original Rock Band is a combination of performing rock songs, learning how to write original
songs (as a band) and learning how to record (as a band) using Pro Tools software.
Students should have an interest in learning cover songs, writing songs and learning how to
record their original music using Pro Tools with an instructor. Contact us for more information
on this very unique band!
songs (as a band) and learning how to record (as a band) using Pro Tools software.
Students should have an interest in learning cover songs, writing songs and learning how to
record their original music using Pro Tools with an instructor. Contact us for more information
on this very unique band!
Many middle school and high school students seek participation with their school Jazz Bands.
In many school districts, competition is common and students are required to audition for
their school Jazz Band. Music Notes Academy now offers Rhythm Section Workshop, which is
designed to introduce students to Jazz repertoire and prepare students for Jazz band
auditions. Contact us for more information on this new group class!
In many school districts, competition is common and students are required to audition for
their school Jazz Band. Music Notes Academy now offers Rhythm Section Workshop, which is
designed to introduce students to Jazz repertoire and prepare students for Jazz band
auditions. Contact us for more information on this new group class!
Students are accepted into our bands and ensembles based on the approval of
the student's instructor or by auditioning with the Academy director. Students
are encouraged to register for ensembles and bands throughout the school
year and summer as group performance opportunities commendably
compliment our weekly private music instruction programs.
Auditions are required for non-Music Notes Academy students. Yes, our bands
and ensembles are open to students who are not currently studying music with
Music Notes Academy.
the student's instructor or by auditioning with the Academy director. Students
are encouraged to register for ensembles and bands throughout the school
year and summer as group performance opportunities commendably
compliment our weekly private music instruction programs.
Auditions are required for non-Music Notes Academy students. Yes, our bands
and ensembles are open to students who are not currently studying music with
Music Notes Academy.
Music Notes Academy's Rock Band I, Beginner, will improve each student's performance skills
and techniques within a group setting. Instruction will focus on learning classic and
contemporary rock songs, rock performance techniques, stage presence, collaborative
musicianship skills and supportive performance skills under the guidance of an instructor.
Rock Band I, Beginner will perform in our annual Spring Student Recitals.
and techniques within a group setting. Instruction will focus on learning classic and
contemporary rock songs, rock performance techniques, stage presence, collaborative
musicianship skills and supportive performance skills under the guidance of an instructor.
Rock Band I, Beginner will perform in our annual Spring Student Recitals.
Rock Band II, Intermediate, a continuation of Rock Band I, Beginner, will include reading
rock charts, studying the art of improvisation, learning advanced performance techniques
and learning how a rock band functions and operates in today's music industry. Repertoire
will include songs from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today. Rock Band II, Intermediate will
perform in our Annual Spring Student Recitals.
rock charts, studying the art of improvisation, learning advanced performance techniques
and learning how a rock band functions and operates in today's music industry. Repertoire
will include songs from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today. Rock Band II, Intermediate will
perform in our Annual Spring Student Recitals.
Rock Band III, Advanced - Part 1, a continuation of Rock Bands I and II, will include reading
rock charts, studying the art of improvisation, learning advanced performance techniques
and learning how a rock band functions and operates in today's music industry. Repertoire
will include songs from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today. Rock Band III, Advanced - Part 1 will
perform in our Annual Spring Student Recitals.
rock charts, studying the art of improvisation, learning advanced performance techniques
and learning how a rock band functions and operates in today's music industry. Repertoire
will include songs from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today. Rock Band III, Advanced - Part 1 will
perform in our Annual Spring Student Recitals.
Our Jazz Keyboard Workshop, II will introduce piano students to the wonderful world of Jazz
repertoire and performance. A continuation of Jazz Keyboard Workshop, I, students will learn
basic Jazz harmony and continue to study Jazz chords, scales, standard repertoire, time
feels and improvising. Contact us for more information on this new and exciting group class!
repertoire and performance. A continuation of Jazz Keyboard Workshop, I, students will learn
basic Jazz harmony and continue to study Jazz chords, scales, standard repertoire, time
feels and improvising. Contact us for more information on this new and exciting group class!
Jazz Band I, Beginner will offer students a group performance experience which will explore
Jazz repertoire, performance techniques, improvisation and soloing. Students will focus on
music reading skills, Jazz theory and playing supportively and musically within a band
setting. Jazz Band I, Beginner will perform in our annual Spring Student Recitals.
Jazz repertoire, performance techniques, improvisation and soloing. Students will focus on
music reading skills, Jazz theory and playing supportively and musically within a band
setting. Jazz Band I, Beginner will perform in our annual Spring Student Recitals.
Pictured: Our Spring 2009 Rock Band II featuring
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Back Beat Percussion Ensemble
Instructor: Brandon Kurzawa, B.M., M.Ed.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA, Call For More Information!
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call to speak with Brandon Kurzawa
Instructor: Brandon Kurzawa, B.M., M.Ed.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA, Call For More Information!
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call to speak with Brandon Kurzawa
Rock Band I, Beginner
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Call for information.
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Call for information.
Rock Band II, Intermediate
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Rock Band I,
Beginner
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Rock Band I,
Beginner
Rock Band III, Advanced - Part 1
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Rock Band II,
Intermediate
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Rock Band II,
Intermediate
Original Rock Band
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Next Available Start Date: TBA
Prerequisites: Rock Band I, Rock Band II, Rock Band III & Rock Band IV
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Next Available Start Date: TBA
Prerequisites: Rock Band I, Rock Band II, Rock Band III & Rock Band IV
Rhythm Section Workshop
Instructor: Barry S., B.M.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for more information.
Instructor: Barry S., B.M.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for more information.
Jazz Keyboard Workshop, II
Instructor: Barry S., B.M.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for information.
Instructor: Barry S., B.M.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for information.
Jazz Band I, Beginner
Instructor: Barry S., B.M.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for information.
Instructor: Barry S., B.M.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for information.
This was our very first Academy ensemble which started in 2007. Students will perform classical and
hand drumming repertoire using a variety of percussion instruments such as snare drums, cymbals,
marimba/xylophone, orchestral bells, bongos, djembes and more! Students will learn about various
percussion instruments, correct performance techniques and learn to perform within a group setting.
Our Percussion Ensemble performs live, on stage, in our Annual Winter Concerts and Annual Spring
Student Recitals.
hand drumming repertoire using a variety of percussion instruments such as snare drums, cymbals,
marimba/xylophone, orchestral bells, bongos, djembes and more! Students will learn about various
percussion instruments, correct performance techniques and learn to perform within a group setting.
Our Percussion Ensemble performs live, on stage, in our Annual Winter Concerts and Annual Spring
Student Recitals.
Grind out the pumping rhythms and slamming drums of the punk and pop punk era. This
band will focus on playing music from early punk to today's pop punk and emo bands.
Songs performed will depend on the student's proficiency and current playing ability.
Students will enhance their performance as a band, learn essential techniques associated
with Punk Rock music, study relevant music theory and learn about the business of music
and what it takes to be in a band...
band will focus on playing music from early punk to today's pop punk and emo bands.
Songs performed will depend on the student's proficiency and current playing ability.
Students will enhance their performance as a band, learn essential techniques associated
with Punk Rock music, study relevant music theory and learn about the business of music
and what it takes to be in a band...
Punk Rock Band
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for more information.
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day(s): Saturdays
Time(s): TBA
Registration Fee: $TBA
Tuition: TBA
Prerequisites: Call for more information.
| Rock Bands Jazz Bands Percussion Ensembles Rhythm Section Workshops Guitar Ensembles Punk Rock Band Jazz Keyboard |
| Bands & Ensembles |
Our Bands, Ensembles & Group Classes - Located In Madison, NJ
- Unique Curriculum, Real-World Learning Objectives
- Exciting and Educational Performance Experience
- Instructed By Professional Musicians/MNA Instructors
- Performances, On Stage In An Auditorium - December and June
- Weekly Classes/Rehearsals located in Madison, New Jersey
Pictured: Our Spring 2009 Rock Band II featuring
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Pictured: Our Spring 2009 Rock Band II featuring
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Pictured: Our Spring 2009 Rock Band II featuring
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
Justin, drums (Madison, NJ), Nicolas, guitars,
(Bridgewater, NJ), Brendan, guitars (Mendham, NJ)
and Christopher, bass guitar and instructor.
| Our Jazz Keyboard Workshops are group piano classes for beginner through advanced-level piano students. |
Remo Health Rhythms Drums
Band Rehearsal Schedule
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
Band Rehearsal Schedule
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
Band Rehearsal Schedule
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
Rock Band IV, Advanced - Part 2, a continuation of Rock Bands I - III, will include reading
rock charts, studying the art of improvisation, learning advanced performance techniques
and learning how a rock band functions and operates in today's music industry. Repertoire
will include songs from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today. Rock Band III, Advanced - Part 2
performs in our Annual Winter Concerts and Annual Spring Recitals.
rock charts, studying the art of improvisation, learning advanced performance techniques
and learning how a rock band functions and operates in today's music industry. Repertoire
will include songs from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today. Rock Band III, Advanced - Part 2
performs in our Annual Winter Concerts and Annual Spring Recitals.
Rock Band IV, Advanced - Part 2
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Rock Band III,
Advanced - Part 1
Instructor: Christopher M., B.A.
Rehearsal Day: Saturdays
Time(s): 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Registration Fee: $50.00
Tuition: $900
Prerequisites: Rock Band III,
Advanced - Part 1
Band Rehearsal Schedule
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd - Studio!
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd - Studio!
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
Class Schedule
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
| Jazz Band I, Beginner is available for drummers, guitarists, bassists, pianists and vocalists! |
| Rock Band I, Beginner is available for Drummers, Bassists, Guitarists, Keyboardists/Pianists & Vocalists! |
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| Rock Band II, Intermediate is available for Drummers, Bassists, Guitarists, Keyboardists/Pianists & Vocalists! |
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| Rock Band III, Advanced is available for Drummers, Bassists, Guitarists, Keyboardists/Pianists &Vocalists! |
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| Rock Band IV Recording Session May 22, 2009 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 PM Barber Shop Studios Tracking Mixing Mastering |
Song Writing 1, Beginner
Instructor: Jeff S, B.A.
Instructor: Jeff S, B.A.
Music Theory 1: The Basics
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Song Writing 3, Advanced
Instructor: Jeff S, B.A.
Instructor: Jeff S, B.A.
Song Writing 2, Intermediate
Instructor: Jeff S, B.A.
Instructor: Jeff S, B.A.
Music Theory 4:
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Music Theory 3:
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Music Theory 2:
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
Instructor: Sean R., B.A.
All Original Rock Bands - Record A Demo In A Recording Studio!
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Class/Rehearsal Schedule
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
January: 16th, 23rd, 30th
February: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March: 6th, 13th, 20th
April: 3rd, 17th, 24th,
May: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
June: 5th, 12th/13th - Spring Student Recitals!
| _About Music Notes Academy |
Music Notes Academy is a community music school and New Jersey in-home music lesson provider. Music
lessons, available for young children, adolescents and adults, are tailored towards each student, in the
comfort and convenience of the student's home, within our comprehensive music curriculum.
Our unique curriculum includes music theory, practical musicianship skills, such as sight reading and ear
training, proper instrument techniques, classical, jazz, contemporary and popular repertoire - students will
learn songs they want learn as well. Each week, students will receive comprehensive music instruction from
our experienced and educated music instructors. Our instructors combine structure and flexibility which offers
a great balance in music education.
lessons, available for young children, adolescents and adults, are tailored towards each student, in the
comfort and convenience of the student's home, within our comprehensive music curriculum.
Our unique curriculum includes music theory, practical musicianship skills, such as sight reading and ear
training, proper instrument techniques, classical, jazz, contemporary and popular repertoire - students will
learn songs they want learn as well. Each week, students will receive comprehensive music instruction from
our experienced and educated music instructors. Our instructors combine structure and flexibility which offers
a great balance in music education.
Students can additionally perform with our ensembles and bands, such as percussion ensembles and Rock Bands. Our ensembles and bands
perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring Student Recitals which commence in Madison, NJ in an auditorium on stage.
perform in our annual Winter Concerts and Spring Student Recitals which commence in Madison, NJ in an auditorium on stage.
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Theory & Technique Each Rock Band and Jazz Band learns about music theory related to their
performance repertoire. The theory lessons offer theoretical concepts used in the recorded versions
of the songs and are complimentary to regular music theory studies.
Learning Groove & Styles Learning grooves and styles develop rhythmic awareness, enhanced
group dynamics and sensitivity to performing with a band. All students will learn about groove and
specific styles related to each performance song.
Music Reading Scores or lead sheets, for each song, are provided for each student. Music reading is
an important part of group performance; students are encouraged to develop musically while having
structure within the reading applications.
Practice Routines Practicing at home is crucial to the success of the band as a whole. Students are
required to practice band repertoire daily and meet the requirements set forth by our syllabus and
the instructor's expectations. Our teachers assist our students who participate with our bands in their
weekly music lessons.
Students should develop well-rounded practicing habits that include theory, rhythm exercises,
reading, technique and improvisation and analysis of each song. Developing a meaningful and
multifaceted practice routine, with the assistance and guidance of our music teachers, will enable
significant success for each student and the band.
performance repertoire. The theory lessons offer theoretical concepts used in the recorded versions
of the songs and are complimentary to regular music theory studies.
Learning Groove & Styles Learning grooves and styles develop rhythmic awareness, enhanced
group dynamics and sensitivity to performing with a band. All students will learn about groove and
specific styles related to each performance song.
Music Reading Scores or lead sheets, for each song, are provided for each student. Music reading is
an important part of group performance; students are encouraged to develop musically while having
structure within the reading applications.
Practice Routines Practicing at home is crucial to the success of the band as a whole. Students are
required to practice band repertoire daily and meet the requirements set forth by our syllabus and
the instructor's expectations. Our teachers assist our students who participate with our bands in their
weekly music lessons.
Students should develop well-rounded practicing habits that include theory, rhythm exercises,
reading, technique and improvisation and analysis of each song. Developing a meaningful and
multifaceted practice routine, with the assistance and guidance of our music teachers, will enable
significant success for each student and the band.
Barber Shop Studio A
Barber Shop Studio A live room
Barber Shop Studios
coming Fall 2010...
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