» AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

In Dr. Suzuki’s extremely successful method, children learn to play with excellence. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend both group classes & private lessons with their children. Ms. Stolberg has played with professionals from Aretha Franklin to Pavarotti. She has extensive Suzuki training.

When you hear Hektor Qyteti play music, you will be moved. Here’s your chance to see how he achieves such a beautiful sound. Mr. Qyteti is a graduate of the Conservatory in Tirana, Albania, where he studied with Ibrahim Madhi. He has been the concertmeister/principal violinist in many orchestras, and spent years as a music director at an arts academy in Korca, Albania.

Find the answers to all those questions about how the world works. Grandpa Don (Don Gaines) shares his inquiry and handson approach to the world of science with his classroom-tested and kid-approved programs. Sample topics may include Tadpoles to Frogs, Eggs to Chicks, How Seeds Grow, Simple Machines and Light & Sound. This is one of our most popular classes. Mr. Gaines has a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering.

Always wanted to be on stage? Do you see yourself with a future on Broadway? Well, here is your chance to find out. This class will provide you with an introduction to the world of theatre and will cover vocal projection/articulation, stage presence, eye contact, ensemble building and character work. Class will culminate with a “sharing” of our work for friends and family. Teacher will adapt lessons depending on ages and skill level of students. This class is for ages 7 through 14.

In the first four weeks, students will experiment with various printmaking techniques which will include relief styrofoam prints, rubber relief prints and stamp design prints. Various projects will include holiday card prints, fabric pattern design prints, and stamp paper logo designs.

In the second four weeks, students will experiment with the following: a woven tapestry design, rag fabric weaving and paper weaving. Other projects include Columbian worry dolls and yarn wrapping a sculptural animal and small bowl/vase.

Learn the rules of the game and improve your skills while playing with your friends. Learn about Check, Checkmate, Stalemate, En Passant, Castling Rules, Promotion, Touch-Move Rule and much more. (Enrollment limited to 16)