cello

July 8-11

Daily class schedule

Every student's daily schedule has the following classes. Students in Book 1 take all classes except Mariachi. All students participate in the Friday afternoon Final Performance.

• Master class - shared individual lesson.

• Technique performance class - group class focusing on advancing technique.

• Repertoire performance class - group class with emphasis on review pieces.

• Chamber music class - focuses on playing music in small groups.

• Dance class - (non-playing siblings are invited to sign up for dance).

• Mariachi class - (assigned to those students in Book 2 and above).

  See full class descriptions below.

Full Class Descriptions:

Master class: This is a semi-private lesson where students receive individualized instruction each day from the master class teacher. This class is limited to 3-4 students. Each student is given a short, individual lesson and receives a small, concentrated assignment to practice that evening before returning to master class the following day.

Students are grouped at similar levels and observe the lessons of their classmates during this time, gaining additional insight when observing. It is recommended that accompanying parents take notes during this class to help the student remember the day’s assignment and insights.

Technique class: Students focus on practicing and refining specific string playing techniques, such as finger placement and intonation, working on a whole-arm approach to bowing, using breathing, and working on an ergonomic, whole-body approach to playing the instrument. In this class, students are grouped together at similar levels.

Repertoire class: Students are grouped at similar levels and review the Suzuki repertoire together as a group, with a teacher, and with piano accompaniment, often with the goal of selecting and polishing pieces to perform as a group for the final concert. 

Chamber class: Level appropriate ensemble classes from Beginning orchestra to sight-reading of two-four part ensemble music. Offers students an opportunity to improve their reading skills in a supportive, fun environment. Some examples of Ensemble classes at NCSI have included “Little String Orchestra” for younger readers, “Chamber group,” “Quartet,” Concerto class, and a soloist experience with VR orchestral accompaniment. 

Mariachi class: Mariachi class is unique to NCSI and is offered to students in Volume 2 and above. Students explore various styles within the Mariachi genre and learn about the history, instrumentation, and rhythmic variety of the style of the genre. Students also learn one to two pieces with traditional guitarrón and vihuela accompaniment during the week and will polish and perform at least one piece at the final enrichment concert. 

Dance class: Students explore rhythmic variation through multicultural dance, genres, and styles. This class encourages body motion as it relates to balance, steady pulse, and musical performance. Students will be exposed to various dance styles and work together with the instructor to polish and perform a piece for the final enrichment concert.