WCM is pleased to announce an exciting array of online learning opportunities for Summer 2020. All classes, camps, and workshops are taught by our outstanding faculty of performing artists and music educators. Explore our offerings by clicking on the categories below.
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All classes are in an online format.
Sunshine Music Time (Ages 18 mos-3 yrs)
Summertime is a great time to share music. Fun for child and caregiver. Dance, clap, sing, and march to music ranging from folk to pop to classics. Great for siblings. Fun introduction to the world of music.
Instructor: Wesley Diener
Tuesdays, Jul 7-Aug 11, 6 sessions, Online | $138 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Sunshine Sing-Along (Ages 3-5 yrs)
Sing new and familiar songs as we learn to sing together, breathe properly, care for the young voice, and reinforce the elements of music.
Instructor: Wesley Diener
Tuesdays, Jul 7-Aug 11, 6 sessions, Online | $138 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
All classes are in an online format.
Around the World Music Camp (Ages 4-7)
Travel around the world with music, without ever leaving home! Enjoy songs, short videos, crafts, and games from other countries you can share with your family. A fun, interactive online experience that expands a child’s world-awareness through music.
Instructor: Jennifer Cluggish
Mon-Fri, Jul 27-31, 10-11 am, Online | $115 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Jumpstart to Twinkle Intensive (Ages 4-7 with Parent)
Parents and children will each learn the first steps to beginning Suzuki Violin or Cello. Parents will receive their own instruction from the teacher on how best to help their child in their first steps of learning the instrument, and everyone will receive group and individual instruction. Parents should plan to be present and actively engaged for all sessions, but scheduling of individual lesson time is flexible. No instrument is needed- included in the tuition is a nice beginner cardboard violin and bow kit! These will be your tools during the camp, as well as the weeks to come! Daily instruction includes: 30 minutes of group class, 30 minutes of parent education (how to help your child practice), 15 minutes of intro to violin lecture/setup (foot chart, parts of the violin, rosining the bow, steps to play position), 15 minutes of individual work every day. Teacher will also hold office hours in case of questions from the previous day’s instruction. Materials include beginner violin starter pack that will be mailed to your home: Cherub violin and bow ($10 value), Parent reading handbook, Nurtured by Love by S. Suzuki ($15 value.) Jumpstart to Twinkle provides an excellent foundation for beginning Suzuki students and parents, and admission into the Suzuki Program for the Fall semester will be guaranteed to anyone who takes the course.
Instructor: Becky Johnson
Session I: Mon-Fri, Aug 10-14, 9 am-12 pm, Online | $356 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Session II (must be preceded by Session I): Mon-Fri, Aug 17 – 21, 9 am-12 pm, Online | $356 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Musical Imagination Station! (Ages 4-7 with Parent/Caregiver)
An online drop-in class designed as a shared experience for children ages four to seven and a parent or caregiver. Creative music, movement, and drama are blended in a seamless, unique sequence of highly engaging experiences for the entire family. Each session begins with a musical greeting and a jazzy body warm-up, which is followed by an exploration of steady beat and rhythmic patterns through instrument playing. Mr. B Box is then opened up to reveal visuals that are used to take everyone on an exciting musical imaginative journey to different places such as the moon, the ocean, farm, jungle, a picnic, etc. After returning home from our imagination travel experience, all are invited to call their special stuffed animal friends. Together we sing, dance and play with our friends. After reflecting on all of our experiences, a musical goodbye concludes the session. Elements of music such as steady beat, tempo, pitch (high/low), dynamics and timbre are reinforced throughout each session through songs, chants, instrument playing, and creative movement. Class may be taken one time or repeated multiple times.
Instructor: Mary Gresock
Drop-in sessions on Jul 20, 27, 28, 29, Aug 27, 28, 10-10:40 am, Online | $23 per session
Meet the Instruments Camp (Ages 5-9)
A live session each day plus an online component. Includes a pre-recorded instrument class with instructor Jenny Cluggish, worksheets, videos, and games. Meet the families of musical instruments, right from your living room! We will explore the world of sounds by making our own instruments from household items. Our musical time together will include creating musical crafts, listening, and learning interactive activities and games we can share with our families. We may even discover an instrument we want to learn to play!
Instructor: Jennifer Cluggish
Mon-Fri, Jul 20-24, 10-11 am, Online | $115 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Learn to Play Go! : The Game and the Music it Inspired (Ages 7-10)
What does the 5000-year-old game of Go (Weichi in Chinese, Baduk in Korean) have in common with music? Lots! Go is not only an incredibly fun game, but since antiquity Go was considered one of the four essential art forms and has attracted a passionate following from around the world. As a pianist and composer who is also an avid Go player, instructor Haskell Small was inspired by a classic game of Go, setting each move to music in a piece for two pianos and video display. This class will be a quick introduction to the elegantly simple game and a glimpse into how Small interpreted the meaning of the moves in his piece of music. We will play Go on online servers and over Zoom.
Instructor: Haskell Small
Jul 8-31, 11-12 am, 8 sessions, Online | $154
August 24 – 28 (7-10 yr old class- 12 pm – 1 pm, 11 – 17 yr old- class 1pm – 2 pm), 5 one-hour sessions, Online | $98
Music and Art Playground (Ages 8-10)
In this series of classes, professional cellist and artist Deb Brudvig will show us how the line in a piece of music and the line in a piece of art are related! We will listen to famous music that paints a picture, and ‘play’ art and ‘draw’ music. Class is open to both novice and experienced music students and artists. Each day explores a new connection: 1) Lines and Melody, 2) Shapes and Spaces, 3) Colors, Dynamics, and Contrasts, 4) Texture Layers and Tone Colors, and 5) Composition and Balance. Students provide paper, colored pencils, markers, crayons or paint, tape or glue, and rocks/sand/buttons/other parent-approved objects.
Instructor: Deb Brudvig
Session I: Mon-Fri, Jul 20-24, 10-11 am, Online | $98
Session II: Mon-Fri, Aug 3-7, 10-11 am, Online | $98
All classes are in an online format.
Creation Space: Music & Art Together (Ages 11-13)
In this series of classes, professional cellist and artist Deb Brudvig will show us how the line in a piece of music and the line in a piece of art are related! We will listen to famous music that paints a picture, and ‘play’ art and ‘draw’ music. Class is open to both novice and experienced music students and artists. Each day explores a new connection: 1) Lines and Melody, 2) Shapes and Spaces, 3) Colors, Dynamics, and Contrasts, 4) Texture Layers and Tone Colors, and 5) Composition and Balance. Students provide paper, colored pencils, markers, crayons or paint, tape or glue, and rocks/sand/buttons/other parent-approved objects.
Instructor: Deb Brudvig
Session I: Mon-Fri, Jul 20-24, 1-2 pm, Online | $98
Session II: Mon-Fri, Aug 3-7, 1-2 pm, Online | $98
Magic & Music Camp (Ages 11-17)
Experience magical and musical marvels! Magician and musician (cellist) Drew Owen presents ten daily live 60-minute online sessions. Fascinating connections between music and magic are explored: imagination, psychology, and practice. Students will learn some fun feats of magic, using props that will be provided ($40 value). Each student magician will create a 2- to 4-minute magic routine set to recorded music or to the music they perform themselves! Maximum 10 students for optimal personal attention. All magic props are included with tuition and provided by mail.
Instructor: Drew Owen
Session I: Mon-Fri, Jul 13-17 & 20-24, 11 am-12 pm, 10 sessions, Online | $239 (includes magic props)
Session II: Mon-Fri, Aug 3-7 & 10-14, 11 am-12 pm, 10 sessions, Online | $239 (includes magic props)
Learn to Play Go!: The Game and the Music it Inspired (Ages 11-17)
What does the 5000-year-old game of Go (Weichi in Chinese, Baduk in Korean) have in common with music? Lots! Go is not just an incredibly fun game, but since antiquity when Go has been considered one of the 4 essential art forms, and attracts a passionate following from around the world. As a pianist and composer who is also an avid Go player, Haskell Small, inspired by a classic game of Go, setting each move to music in a piece for 2 pianos and video display. This class will be a quick introduction to the elegantly simple game, how to play it and a glimpse into how Small has”interpreted” the meaning of the moves in this piece of music. We will play and practice playing on online “Go servers” or Zoom.
Instructor: Haskell Small
Monday-Friday, Aug 24 – Aug 28, 7-10 yr old class (12 pm – 1 pm), 11 – 17 yr old class (1pm – 2 pm), 5 sessions, Online | $98
How to Sing Summer Boot Camp for Teens (Ages 13-17)
Yes, you can sing! In a group setting, enjoy learning ways to warm up for the best sound and range without hurting your voice. Learn techniques for all styles of music, how to stay in tune, and how posture and breathing help you sing. No one is required to sing alone!
Instructor: Jennifer Suess
Tuesdays, Jun 30-Jul 28, 11:30 am-12:30 pm, 5 sessions, Online | $115 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
All classes are in an online format.
Acoustic Guitar for Beginners (Ages 13+)
Learn a few basic chords and strums, and soon you’ll be playing satisfying versions of your favorite songs in this fun class. You know a lot about music just from years of listening. Use that knowledge and you’ll be playing by ear in no time. Bring guitar and notebook.
Instructor: Mike Kligerman
Thursdays, Jul 2-Aug 20, 7-8 pm, 8 sessions, Online | $164 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Songs With Friends (Ages 13+)
From blues to Bob Dylan, Bono, Beyoncé, and beyond, expand your guitar/ukulele technique and repertoire while playing great music with others. We all pick suitable songs and learn to play them as individuals and as a group. Bring guitar or ukulele and notebook.
Instructor: Mike Kligerman
Thursdays, Jul 2-Aug 20, 9-10 pm, 8 sessions, Online | $164 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Beginning Ukulele (Ages 13+)
A fun class to explore this wonderful member of the guitar family! You will learn simple chords and how to use them in a variety of traditional and contemporary songs. Great for personal enjoyment. Bring ukulele and notebook.
Instructor: Mike Kligerman
Thursdays, Jul 2-Aug 20, 6-7 pm, 8 sessions, Online | $164 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Continuing Ukulele (Ages 13+)
Take your basic skills to a new level as you learn more picking and some melody playing, too. Learn to play the songs you really want to play. For students who have taken Beginning Ukulele or have the equivalent skills. Can be repeated by students previously enrolled in the Continuing Ukulele class.
Instructor: Mike Kligerman
Tuesdays, Jun 30-Aug 18, 7:30-8:30 pm, 8 sessions, Online | $164 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
All classes are in an online format.
Beginning Irish Fiddle for Violinists (Ages 16+)
Online summer classes in Irish fiddle open to violin students (3-5 years experience required, intermediate to advanced level) as well as professional violinists. Challenge your ear and have fun learning and playing Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, and more.
Instructor: Mitch Fanning
Wednesdays, Jul 1-Aug 26, 7:30-8:25 pm, 8 sessions, Online | $176
Beginning Irish Tin Whistle (Adults)
Explore the rich aural tradition of Irish music. Simple tunes learned by ear. Jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas. Fingering, scales, breath control, intonation, basic repertoire, listening recommendations. We’ll start with the scales of D and G but will quickly move on to some easy Irish tunes and basic ornamentation.
Instructor: Tina Eck
Tuesdays, Jul 7-Aug 11, 6-7 pm, 6 sessions, Online | $132 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Irish Flute & Tin Whistle (Adults)
A combined Irish flute and tin whistle class for advanced beginning players. Some basic knowledge about the instrument, fingering, simple scales, and simple tunes is required. Explore the rich aural tradition of Irish music and expand your repertoire. Irish tunes learned by ear: jigs, reels, hornpipes, and polkas. Learn about fingering, ornamentation, breath control, intonation, basic repertoire, and listening recommendations.
Instructor: Tina Eck
Wednesdays, Jul 8-Aug 12, 7-8 pm, 6 sessions, Online | $132 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Intermediate to Advanced Irish Flute & Tin Whistle (Adults)
This class is open to both flute and tin whistle players. We will work on improving your ability to pick up tunes by ear, technique, phrasing, and repertoire. We’ll explore a handful of tricks for learning a tune more quickly and accurately, and how to retain what you’ve learned. Techniques will include breath control, tone, phrasing, rhythm, pulse, ornamentation, and style. We’ll explore “sets” of tunes and what makes a great “set.” We will discuss style and approaches to jigs, reels, slides, polkas, marches, slip jigs, hornpipes, barn dances and slow airs.
Instructor: Tina Eck
Wednesdays, Jul 8-Aug 12, 8-9pm, 6 sessions, Online | $132 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Bodhran Summer School (Adults)
A virtual review gathering for players of this expressive Irish drum who already have basic playing ability. There may be one or two sections depending on how many students are enrolled. Each section will last one hour for three students (each student will have a 15-20 minute focus lesson and then will listen to and play along with the others, ask questions, etc.) For questions about the class, contact instructor Jesse Winch directly at jessewinch@hotmail.com.
Instructor: Jesse Winch
Wednesdays, Aug 5, 12 & 19, 5-6 pm (Section I) or 6:15-7:15 pm (Section II), 3 sessions, Online | $78
All classes are in an online format.
How to Sing Summer Boot Camp for Teens (Ages 13-17)
Yes, you can sing! In a group setting, enjoy learning ways to warm up for the best sound and range without hurting your voice. Learn techniques for all styles of music, how to stay in tune, and how posture and breathing help you sing. No one is required to sing alone!
Instructor: Jennifer Suess
Tuesdays, Jun 30-Jul 28, 11:30 am-12:30 pm, 5 sessions, Online | $115 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
Introduction to Singing for Adults
An online continuing group adult beginner class. In a group setting, enjoy learning ways to warm up your voice for the best sound, range, and vocal health, how to stay in tune, and how changes in posture and breathing can help you sing.
Instructor: Jennifer Suess
Wednesdays, Jul 1-29, 6:30-7:30 pm, 5 sessions, Online | $115 (plus $13 Glen Echo Park reg. fee)
All classes are in an online format.
Great Black Classical Composers, 18th Century to Present (All Ages)
You know Mozart, but do you know Chevalier de Saint-Georges, the virtuoso violinist, celebrated composer, champion fencer, and conductor of the leading symphony orchestra in Paris, who was referred to as the “Black Mozart”? Did you know that Beethoven performed with and dedicated his Violin Sonata No. 9 in A major (Op. 47) to the Black violinist and composer George Bridgetower, or that the symphonic music of Black composer Florence Price, performed by the Chicago Symphony, was described in the press as “a flawless work. . . worthy of a place in the regular symphonic repertoire”? Guided by celebrated composer and D.C. native Jeffrey Mumford, we will listen to and view recorded performances while learning about the legacies of Black classical composers throughout time.
Instructor: Jeffrey Mumford
Thursdays, July 2-30, 7-8 pm, 5 sessions, Online | $73
Inside the Composer’s Mind: An Interactive Class for Adults
Come listen together with composer Haskell Small to his fascinating composition A Game of Go, a work for two pianos and video display inspired by a classic game of Go played in Japan in 1853. Small will give us a glimpse of how he conceived of basing a musical composition on the multi-layered strategies of this master game as it inexorably unfolds move by move. To fully appreciate this melding of two arts, Small will teach us the elegantly simple rules of Go while giving us a hint of its underlying complexities that have enthralled players around the world for thousands of years. Like learning to play a musical instrument, learning to play Go takes a lifetime to master but is enjoyable at any level of accomplishment. Participating in this class will give us a new understanding of the intricate workings of a composer’s mind while we also have fun learning to play the richly rewarding game of Go.
Instructor: Haskell Small
Wednesdays, July 15, 22 & 29, 7-8 pm, 3 sessions, Online | $68
The Hearing Eye (All Ages)
Find a quiet corner or a shady tree, sit with music in your lap, and dive in! Look deeply into the nooks and crannies of a musical score: What do you hear when you look at it? What does the ink on the page tell you about the composer’s intent? How does it influence your interpretive choices? Is it really possible to hear the music in your head before you make a sound? Join faculty member Jeffery Watson for one-on-one sessions exploring new practice and analysis techniques for use away from your instrument. Choose a score you are working on or that you have performed and provide a scanned, digital copy that includes your markings prior to first session.
Instructor: Jeffery Watson
Minimum of three one-hour private sessions (more may be added), Online | $314 for 3 sessions
How to Memorize Music (All Ages)
As a person with dyslexia who has always had difficulty reading music, composer and pianist Haskell Small has had to learn a number of ways to memorize in order to function as a professional musician. Small will work with you on your music to apply these techniques. Students may take one or more sessions.
Instructor: Haskell Small
One-hour private session, Online | $104.50 per session