Stars of the month

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Stars of the month: Alex P. Guitar

Trelynn B. Voice

Mckenna J. Piano

Maia C. Violin

Mason C. Drums

Lia M. Guitar

Jeanette M. Piano

Michael H. Piano

Welcome New Students! Ella W.- Kindermusik Sari I- Ukulele Ty Y- Violin Madeleine F- Kindermusik Emily M- Voice Joshua S- Voice Estaben J- Piano Dallas T- Violin+Guitar Alexander P- Guitar Liesel R- Kindermusik Emily L- Camp+Drama Jack O- Guitar Dave O- Guitar Bradley S- Guitar Madison H- Piano Bradley – Kindermusik Desmond M- Kindermusik Quentin T- Art Peyton T- Art Braydon V- Piano Lauren E- Art Shirley H- Art Rose D- Art Olivia H- Art Katie C- Camp Lexi R- Camp Grant S- Camp Kennedy J- Camp Jonah P- Camp Ema P- Camp Cailyn S- Camp

Spotlight Student of the Month!

Olivia says: Alice is just amazing! So much fun to have in class, and practices every week. Her hard work definitely shows!  What is your favorite thing about taking lessons at Musical Beginnings? I like my teacher because she is nice to me and helps me learn music. Do you have brothers or sisters? One brother, James. Any pets? One cat, Artemis. Favorite music or movie (or both)? Favorite music: Oh Susana Favorite movie: Maleficent Do you have any other hobbies or take other types of lessons? No Doing anything fun or going on vacation this summer? What will you do? Go canoeing and camp outside. What is something you are good at or enjoy to do or would like to try someday? I’m good at singing. I’d like to try making dolls. I enjoy going to the park to be fancy

Teacher of the month:

Teachers in the Community! How long have you been teaching at Musical Beginnings? I’ve been subbing for almost 2 years. When did you start playing music? I took piano lessons for a few years around the age of 7. I started playing guitar in the 6th grade. That’s when I really got into music. Pretty soon after that I was messing around and playing in bands with friends. That’s also when I began learning/self-teaching how to play bass and drums. How many instruments do you play? My main instrument is guitar but I can also play bass and drums. I can also play piano pretty well and get around on a banjo and ukulele. Where did you grow up and go to college? I grew up in Chico California. I went to Chico State and got a bachelors in History. I also went to Berklee College of Music in Boston, but only for one semester. Any hobbies or sports you enjoy? I don’t really play sports but I do really enjoy riding my bike and hiking. I cook a lot, that’s kind of a hobby I guess. Music is pretty much my thing though, that’s how I spend a majority of my time. Are you in any bands or other groups? No bands right now. But I love writing music and I’m constantly writing. Tell us something we may not know or an interesting talent you have… I have a sailing license so I can rent and sail a boat anywhere in the world. I’ve also toured Europe three times with bands. Pets, spouse, siblings, etc. No pets, girlfriend of seven years, and a brother that lives in Denver.

Rachael is actively participating in a play called Canticle of The Black Madonna! “A soldier’s journey from the devastation of war to the healing embrace of love.”  Recommended for ages 15+.  You can find out more information at 

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canticleoftheblackmadonna.com

Ticket Prices $40-$84 Show times: o 9/5 at 7:30pm o 9/6 at 7:30pm

Is your teacher sold out? Monday-Friday: 3-8pm ask about earlier and later times Saturday: 9-2pm ask about earlier and later times

Rachael: 4 spots Piano, Voice

Rebecca: 3 spots Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Voice Olivia: 3 spots Ukulele, Violin, Guitar, Piano, Voice, Cello

Corey: 3 spots Guitar, Drums, Banjo, Ukulele, Bass

Hunter: 8 spots Violin, Piano, Viola, Accordion, Cello, Mandolin Kattie: 1 spot Piano

Tanya: 7 spots Piano, Voice, Guitar, Violin, Viola, Cello

Nick: 6 spots Piano, Voice, Guitar, Drums, Bass, Ukulele

Steve: 6 spots Guitar, Piano, Drums, Bass, Voice

NOTEWORTHY NEWS August 2014

Part 2 An Age-by-Age Guide to the Best Start in Music Education By Cherylann Bellavia. Edited by: Susan Ferrell AGES 7 AND UP Around age 7, instruments such as the guitar, drums and other string instruments can be introduced. The same concepts are covered, but children who have had at least six months to one year of piano under their belt (and thus already know the basic elements of music) find it easier to make the transition between instruments. Consequently, they are able to engage with the new instrument a lot faster. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES 3 AND UP Most elementary schools provide an opportunity for children in Grades 3 and up to begin taking group lessons in school on all instruments except the piano. This gives them the opportunity to participate in a band or orchestra at school with their friends, an experience that is often remembered vividly into adulthood. The only drawback that comes from these types of group lessons is that children needing extra help on their instrument are sometimes too timid to ask for it, or the instructor’s schedule does not allow for extra time spent with students, which can lead to discouragement. Outside private lessons on your child's instrument are a wonderful way to reinforce what they are doing at school, and also help them to exceed what the other children in their group class are doing. This can pave the way for the child’s inclusion in solo festivals offered by the State or Country. After deciding that learning an instrument is right for your child, the next immediate question is: “How do I get them to practice now that we’ve taken the plunge?” You know your child best. It may take some time to find the best way to accomplish practicing. Most children, especially at first, need some kind of external incentive. Try different ideas, such as a reward chart that enables them to receive something at the end of the week for their efforts— like a new book, 15 extra minutes to play a video game, or a trip out for ice cream. Parents considering enrolling their child in lessons should realize that it is important to help your child develop a sense of commitment to learning the instrument. While I don’t believe in music becoming a torturous experience, I DO believe that it’s important to not allow kids to “hop” from one activity to the next without ever completing anything. For example, if you have committed to a class for 10 weeks, your child needs to understand that the commitment should be carried through. If they have committed to lessons for a calendar school year, express to them that it is important to complete the year; as the year draws to a close, you can start discussing their interest in other areas or another instrument. Tell them although that you do require them to continue to do their best; if you see that they are making a consistent effort, you are more than willing to allow them to try something else once this commitment is completed. This lesson is not only important in music education, it is a crucial life skill, and this provides a good opportunity to acquire it early.

Dates to Remember: Concert at Musical Beginnings: August 24th, 2014 Labor Day: Monday Sep. 1, 2014 Closed Thanksgiving: November 25-29, 2014 Closed Tue.-Sat. Winter Break: December 22- January , 2014 Closed Lessons and classes resume Friday January 2, 2015.

Join us for our Musical Beginnings Family Party! 1st Annual Summer Barbecue/Potluck Entertainment provided by: SPECTRUM (Musical Beginnings Rock Band) *Hot Dogs & Drinks Provided Bring a dish/dessert to share* When: August 24th, 2014 at 3:00PM Where: Musical Beginnings

RSVP to: 360-882-0501 Space is limited!

Ask about our new Sunday lesson times starting in September!

9815 NE Covington Road Vancouver WA 98682 360-882-0501 www.musicalbeginningsvancouver.com

WHAT’S NEW! Drum Buddies!

KiddyKeys! Engaging games to make each child a piano star! Ages: 4-6 years

Glee! Has your child ever dreamed of being a star? In this class students will learn the skills needed to be just that! Ages 8-12 years

Learn from hands on activities that will expand your child’s rhythmic abilities! Ages 4-6 years

Not a student yet? We teach: VIOLA

DRAMA

GUITAR

CELLO

ART

PIANO

BASS

KINDERMUSIK

VIOLIN

BANJO

KIDDYKEYS/

VOICE

MANDOLIN

DRUM BUDDIES

UKULELE

GLEE

Art! “Let ‘em get their hands dirty!” A continuing introduction to arts and crafts for the little ones! Ages 2-5 Ask about homeschool art classes!

First come, first serve! Call today to register: 360-882-0501 OPEN: MON-FRI 8:30am-8:30pm SAT 9am-3pm

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DRUMS

Pick up your new 2014-15 and SeptDecember makeup schedule in the office or online!

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Stars of the month Spotlight Student Welcome New Students Instructor of the month Is your teacher sold out? August 24th Concert What’s new? Not a student yet?