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PERFORMING ARTS PART TWO 46 REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org Piano Our piano programs offer participants a solid base in piano theory and technique and provide continuing education options for students as they complete levels designed to build upon each other. Instructors will assign books at rst class. Classes culminate in a recital. Youth & Teen Learn piano theory; develop playing technique; learn proper nger and hand alignment; and build muscle memory through warm-ups and exercises. Classes are designed to build upon one another. Little Piano (age K5-6) Develop beginning keyboard skills using creative songs, rhythm games, and technique activities! Explore your playful spirit as you learn about the keyboard, note values, and pre-reading. Location: Cary Arts Center Instructor: Shihyun (Helen) Kang Fees: $89(R) $116(N) (10 classes) PRIMER A 125847 Thu Jun 13-Aug 22 5-5:30 p.m. (no class Jul 4) PRIMER B 124477 Thu Jun 13-Aug 22 5:30-6 p.m. (no class Jul 4) Location: The Hive 124471 Mon Jun 17-Aug 19 5-5:30 p.m. Small Group (age 7-17) Students learn piano theory, develop playing technique, learn proper nger and hand alignment, and build muscle memory through warm-ups and exercises. Small group classes are made up of 3-6 students. Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Baxter Smith Fees: $110(R) $140(N) (10 classes) PRIMER A (age 7-12) 124159 Mon Jun 17-Aug 26 4:30-5:30 p.m. (no class Jul 1) 124160 Wed Jun 19-Aug 28 5:40-6:40 p.m. (no class Jul 3) 124161 Thu Jun 20-Aug 29 4:30-5:30 p.m. (no class Jul 4) Youth & Teen Piano Instruction Students learn piano theory, develop playing technique, learn proper nger and hand alignment, and build muscle memory through warm-ups and exercises. Little Piano teaches these skills with a focus on techniques for younger students. Small Group and Piano in Pairs use the same curriculum but include either 3-6 students (Small Group) or two students (Piano in Pairs). Students may repeat a course level until their instructor determines they are ready to move on to the next level. Students who complete the highest level of instruction offered should speak with program staff about options. PRIMER A No Prerequisite. This beginning class is the starting point of any piano curriculum. Learn sight reading, notes, ve-nger patterns, beats and rhythms. PRIMER B Prerequisite: Primer A. This continuation of the Primer course teaches playing with both hands along both clefs. LEVEL 1 Prerequisite: Primer B. Technique improves as students learn to play in varied positions, reinforce reading skills, and build musicianship. LEVEL 2 Prerequisite: Level 1. Lessons continue with an introduction to transposition and functional harmony. LEVEL 3 Prerequisite: Level 2. Lessons emphasize correct playing habits and note reading through interval recognition. MIXED LEVEL No Prerequisite. Students of varying levels benet from learning from each other with guidance from instructor. APPLIED PIANO Students can apply their piano techniques in new ways, like learning chording to accompany singers or polishing your stage presence and condence.