MUSIC FOR LIFE MUSIKGARTEN STUDIO
                       1209 Wooster Road; Winona Lake, INDIANA  46590. Classes also meeting in Nappanee.

 

Class Descriptions


Sing with Me - Preschool Music (WL) (Birth - 3 Years)
10 week session

This class (45 minutes per week) is designed to bring the joy of music and movement to babies & preschoolers (Birth to age 3) and their caregivers. (Classes in this series include Sing with Me, On a Trip, Animal Friends, Clap with Me, Play with Me, Dance with Me, My Day, and New Friends on a rotation.)

Activities include singing, dancing, focused listening and simple instrument playing, creating an environment in which the child's music aptitude is nurtured and skills are developed.  

       Materials:  CD & Digital Download, book & rhythm sticks (already have        rhythm sticks - you may be able to swap for another instrument)

        Lynelle Vogel, teacher 

MIXED AGE CLASS OPTION - it is possible to have your children a little older (up to age 6) attend/participate with your younger child. Speak to Lynelle Vogel about pricing and if this would work for your family and the class. 

Monday class days, 10:00 - 10:45 am  9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2   CANCELLED

Thursday class days, 9:30 - 10:15 am  9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7 (class will meet even though Warsaw School are on E-Learning), 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12

COST FOR ADDITIONAL CHILDREN IS LOWER  - ASK FOR DETAILS. 

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester.
No class on Warsaw Schools' Fall Break (10/14 - 18) or Thanksgiving Break (11/28)

Registration Fee:$50.00
Total:$175.00


Nappanee Wind Dancers: Cycle of Seasons (Birth - 6 years)
10 week session

This class (45 minutes per week) is designed to nurture imagination and bring the joy of music and movement to preschoolers (Birth - 6 years) and their caregivers. Themes are related to the seasons of Fall and Winter. 

Activities include singing, chants and rhymes, listening games, patterns to echo, and movement games, all of which nurture the child's musical development while satisfying the child's need to learn in a holistic environment. Children will play various instruments including increasing use of resonator bars and will begin to learn the musical languages of solfege (do, re, mi) and Gordon rhythm language. Older children will be trying various orchestra instruments (i.e. trumpet, trombone, etc.)

       Materials:  2 CDs & Digital Download, booklet and nature cards

        Lynelle Vogel, teacher   

Fridays, 10:00 - 10:45 am   Class Dates: 11/1,  11/8,  11/15,  11/22,  12/6,  12/13,  1/10,  1/17,  1/24, 1/31    Start postponed one week. 

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester.
No class during Thanksgiving Break and Christmas Break.


 

Registration Fee:$50.00
Total:$175.00


Music Makers: At the Keyboard 1 (WL) Beginning (1st - 3rd Grades)
13 week session Fall + 13 weeks Spring

The final step on the pathway to music literacy, this program is designed to teach children to play the songs they've been hearing, singing, and dancing to throughout the years of early-childhood. An extension of the work done in Music Makers: Around the World, this class follows a very sequential approach to building piano skills and understanding musical notation as set forth in the books, Music Makers: At the Keyboard. Emphasis begins with playing by ear and will gradually introduce note reading. We will continue to sing, dance and play other instruments (drums, Orff instruments such as xylophones, glockenspiels.)

 Group piano lessons are FUN, engaging and encourage playing in front of others. Children want to continue! Five years of group piano lessons are available. Child must have a piano or keyboard with at least 61 keys to participate. Recommended for 1st - 3rd grades. KINDERGARTENERS ONLY ACCEPTED IF CONFIRMED AFTER SUMMER PIANO CAMP. 

A Parent Orientation meeting with teacher is required before acceptance into Beginning Piano Class. This will be scheduled at your convenience as soon as possible.
THIS IS A SCHOOL-YEARLONG CLASS. 

Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm    Begins 9/9 - last class Fall 12/16; Spring Semester 1/13 - 4/21  FULL - ask for waiting list

Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm  Begins 9/3 - last class Fall 12/10 (No class 11/26); Spring Semester  1/7 - 4/1.  FULL

Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm  Begins 9/11 - last class Fall 12/18;  Spring Semester  1/8 - 4/2 
2 SPOTS OPEN

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 

CLASS IS BILLED FOR THE YEAR; however, you may pay as you like as long as the semester's bill is paid in FULL by the next to last class. I accept cash, checks, credit cards in the studio, VENMO and PayPal. MusicLink Scholarships are also available -- see section of my website for further information. IF YOU DIVIDE OUT THE SCHOOL-YEAR TOTAL, IT COMES OUT TO APPROXIMATELY $21 PER WEEK FOR 1 HOUR CLASS TIME -- CHEAPER THAN PROBABLY ANYONE IN TOWN (for example, Music Encounters is $25 per 1/2 hour.) 

WHY DO I REQUIRE A SCHOOL-YEAR COMMITMENT?
1) Because I teach in Groups, I cannot add students to Groups if someone drops out; whereas Private Teachers can add a new student whenever they want. So, to remain in business, I need the longer commitment.
2) Groups become friends and partners in learning and children dropping out mid-year hinders the learning process.
3) Groups need to stay the correct size -- too large isn't good; but too small is probably even worse! A Group Class of 2 or 3 really doesn't function like a Group any more. 
4) We play ensembles which require all the students participating together -- like a "band" or a "sports team", each individual has an important part to play. 
5) It is good for children to learn to make and stick to commitments. Piano is a commitment in my Studio. 

 

 

Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00 Fall + $60.00 Winter/Spring
Total:$550 (year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 1: Homeschool (WL) Beginners (1st - 3rd Grades)
13 weeks Fall + 13 weeks Spring

The final step on the pathway to music literacy, this program is designed to teach children to play the songs they've been hearing, singing, and dancing to throughout the years of early-childhood. An extension of the work done in Music Makers: Around the World, this class follows a very sequential approach to building piano skills and understanding musical notation as set forth in the books, Music Makers: At the Keyboard. Emphasis begins with playing by ear and will gradually introduce note reading. We will continue to sing, dance and play other instruments (drums, Orff instruments such as xylophones, glockenspiels.)

 Group piano lessons are FUN, engaging and encourage playing in front of others. Children want to continue! Five years of group piano lessons are available. Child must have a piano or keyboard with at least 61 keys to participate. Recommended for 1st - 3rd grades. KINDERGARTENERS ONLY ACCEPTED IF CONFIRMED AFTER SUMMER PIANO CAMP. 

A Parent Orientation meeting with teacher is required before acceptance into Beginning Piano Class. This will be scheduled at your convenience as soon as possible.
 

THIS IS A SCHOOL-YEARLONG CLASS. 

Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am  Begins 9/3 - last class Fall 12/10 (No class 11/26); Spring Semester 1/7 - 4/1.    1 SPOT OPEN

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 

CLASS IS BILLED FOR THE YEAR; however, you may pay as you like as long as the semester's bill is paid in FULL by the next to last class. I accept cash, checks, credit cards in the studio, VENMO and PayPal. MusicLink Scholarships are also available -- see section of my website for further information. IF YOU DIVIDE OUT THE SCHOOL-YEAR TOTAL, IT COMES OUT TO APPROXIMATELY $21 PER WEEK FOR 1 HOUR CLASS TIME -- CHEAPER THAN PROBABLY ANYONE IN TOWN (for example, Music Encounters is $25 per 1/2 hour.) 

WHY DO I REQUIRE A SCHOOL-YEAR COMMITMENT?
1) Because I teach in Groups, I cannot add students to Groups if someone drops out; whereas Private Teachers can add a new student whenever they want. So, to remain in business, I need the longer commitment.
2) Groups become friends and partners in learning and children dropping out mid-year hinders the learning process.
3) Groups need to stay the correct size -- too large isn't good; but too small is probably even worse! A Group Class of 2 or 3 really doesn't function like a Group any more. 
4) We play ensembles which require all the students participating together -- like a "band" or a "sports team", each individual has an important part to play. 
5) It is good for children to learn to make and stick to commitments. Piano is a commitment in my Studio. 


 

Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60 Fall + $60 Winter/Spring
Total:$550.00 (Year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 2 (WL) (Green/Purple Books)
13 Weeks Fall + 13 Weeks Spring

During the second year of Group Keyboard lessons, children will continue to play by ear while transitioning to playing "off the page." Improvisation, chords and playing in many keys are features of this year.

Lynelle Vogel, Teacher

THIS IS A SCHOOL-YEARLONG CLASS.

Mondays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm   Begins 9/9 - last class Fall 12/16; Spring Semester 1/13 - 4/21  
Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm  

Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm  Begins 9/3 - last class Fall 12/10; Spring Semester 1/7 - 4/1

Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm   Begins 9/5 - last class Fall 12/19 (NO Class 10/31; CLASS WILL MEET on 11/7 even though school is out); Spring Semester  1/9 - 4/3 (CLASS WILL MEET on 3/6 even though school is out).  

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 

Tuition:$215.00 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00 Fall
Total:$490 (Year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 3 (WL) (Purple/Blue Books)
13 Weeks Fall + 13 Weeks Spring

During the third year of group piano lessons, transitioning to note-reading becomes the focus while continuing all the other musical literacy features of previous years (drumming, dancing, singing, improvising, card games, using other instruments such as resonator bars.)

Lynelle Vogel, teacher

Please note that Piano Classes are School-Yearlong Classes.

Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm  Begins 9/11 - last class Fall 12/18; Spring Semester 1/8 - 4/2

Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm  Begins 9/5 - last class Fall 12/19  NO CLASS 10/31. (CLASS WILL MEET on 11/7 even though school is out). Spring Semester 1/9 - 4/3 (CLASS WILL MEET on 3/6 even though school is out).   

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 
 
Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00
Total:$490.00 (Year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 3: Homeschool (WL) (Purple/Blue Books)
13 weeks Fall + 13 weeks Spring

During the third year of group piano lessons, transitioning to note-reading becomes the focus while continuing all the other musical literacy features of previous years (drumming, dancing, singing, improvising, card games, using other instruments such as resonator bars.)

Lynelle Vogel, teacher

Please note that Piano Classes are School-Yearlong Classes.

Wednesdays, 11:30 - 12:30    Begins 9/4 - last class of Fall 12/11; Spring Semester 1/8 - 4/2 

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 

Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00
Total:$490.00 (Year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 4 (WL) (Blue/Orange Books)
13 Weeks Fall + 13 Weeks Spring
During this year of group piano lessons, we will continue transitioning to note-reading while continuing all the other musical literacy features of previous years (drumming, dancing, singing, improvising, card games, using other instruments such as resonator bars.)

Lynelle Vogel, Teacher

Please note that Piano Classes are School-Yearlong classes. 
     
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm  Begins 9/11 - last class Fall 12/18; Spring Semester  1/8 - 4/2.
 

Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm  Begins 9/5 - last class Fall 12/19 (No class 10/31) (CLASS WILL MEET on 11/7 even though school is out); Spring Semester 1/9 - 4/3 (CLASS WILL MEET ON 3/6 even though school is out). 


Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 
Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00
Total:$490.00 (Year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 4: Homeschool (WL) (Blue/Orange Books)
13 Weeks Fall + 13 Weeks Spring
During this year of group piano lessons, we will continue transitioning to note-reading while continuing all the other musical literacy features of previous years (drumming, dancing, singing, improvising, card games, using other instruments such as resonator bars.)

Lynelle Vogel, Teacher

THIS IS A SCHOOL-YEARLONG CLASS.

Wednesday class:  10:30 - 11:30 am  Begins 9/4 - last class of Fall 12/11; Spring Semester  1/8 - 4/2

Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 

Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00
Total:$490 (Year)


Music Makers at the Keyboard 5 (WL) (Orange/Yellow Books)
13 Weeks Fall + 13 Weeks Spring
Emphasis will be on reading notes and solfege off the page, sight-reading, ensembles, and developing playing by ear skills. 

PIANO IS A SCHOOL-YEARLONG CLASS.



Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm  Begins 9/3 - last class Fall 12/10; Spring Semester 1/7 - 4/1. 




Make-ups, if needed, will be added to the end of the semester. No class during Warsaw Schools' Fall (10/14-18), Thanksgiving (11/26-29) or Spring Break (4/7-11). 

Tuition:$215 per semester
Registration Fee:$60.00
Total:$490.00 (Year)


Adult Piano, Beginners/Continuing (WL) (Adults)
8 Weeks

In this recreational music making class in Winona Lake, you will be playing the piano right away. We will take a non-pressured, non-stressful approach to ensure a comfortable learning environment for all.
 

Previous music experience and perceived talent are not required. Hours of dedicated time and practice are not required. You only need a love of music and the desire to make music! (A keyboard-preferably at least 61 keys or piano on which to practice is a necessity if you truly desire to make music outside of class, however!)

We will be learning how to read Lead Sheets of traditional, folk and/or older popular songs  using solfege & note names, patterns, and how to read the chord symbols. Materials will be provided.  THEME for Fall - Fall/Winter Holidays

 

Lynelle Vogel, teacher

Adult Piano, Beginners or Continuing   -  Lead Sheet songs including how to figure out chord symbols 
         Thursdays, 11:30 am - 12:30   9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/24, 10/31, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5


                 

DISCOUNTS FOR PARENTS/GRANDPARENTS OF CURRENT STUDENTS - Take $28.00 off total.
Registration Fee:$10
Total:128.00


Gift Certificate - $25.00 (All ages)
Gift Certificate
Gift Certificates available in increments of $25.00. Pay by PayPal on this website. Specify family's name and give email address for delivery. 

Each Gift Certificate is usable for one year from purchase. 

 
Tuition:Usable for 1 year after purchase
Registration Fee:25.00


Gift Certificate - $50 (All ages)
Gift Certificate
Usable for up to one year after purchase. Pay with PayPal off this website. Specify recipient's email address for delivery. 

 
Registration Fee:$50.00


Gift Certificate - $100 (All ages)
Gift Certificate
Usable for up to one year after purchase. Pay with PayPal off this website. Specify recipient's email address for delivery.
 
Registration Fee:$100.00