ENSEMBLE TRAINING

Go Beyond Your Instrument...

PROGRAM INFORMATION
Each ensemble is designed to train young musicians to utilize their instrumental skills and musicianship to be just as comfortable in a group performance setting as they are on their own. Private instruction and individual practice are a fantastic and essential part of growing as a musician, but they do not offer the opportunity for working with others. Being able to fit into a larger whole is an essential component of good musicianship.

Each class session will consist of two major components. First, the students will have a chance to work in “break-out” sessions, where they will receive individualized attention from our instructors. This will allow them to feel confident with their individual parts and prepare them to perform well in a group setting. Second, the students will play as an ensemble under the guidance of both instructors. Every ensemble will learn at least three pieces during the course of the workshop. Each class will culminate in a performance on the last day.

For the class, each student should plan on bringing their instrument, sheet music, and an amplifier for guitar and bass players. A drum set, keyboard, and keyboard amp will be provided. Sheet music for all songs will be provided to each student prior to the start of the program.

INSTRUCTORS
Dan Prindle holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music from the Berklee College of Music, where he majored in composition and where his principle instrument was the electric bass.  Dan graduated in 2001, Magna Cum Laude.  Dan can be found playing all styles of music, from classical to jazz to rock, on either of his two main instruments: bass or cello. He is also a proficient pianist, guitarist and vocalist. In addition to playing solo performances in assorted venues from rock clubs to weddings, he has performed live with many great local bands including RANE, the Bill Carleton Band and the Brian Jarvis Band. He has been teaching music privately and in the Manchester Public School system for over seven years. Click here for Dan's full bio.

Tony Parlapiano earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies from Westfield State College and has continued his studies privately with composer/arranger James Argiro. His primary instrument is piano and he has also studied guitar, voice, and various brass instruments. He has been teaching privately for over six years and is involved in creating his own materials, which are then tailored to the needs of each individual student. His primary goal is to help each student achieve the results they wish to create. In addition to teaching, Tony performs solo piano for weddings, private parties, and is also the keyboardist for the Bill Carleton Band.

SCHEDULING
Ensembles will meet twice a week for three weeks. Each session will be 90 minutes long.

Rock and Jazz Ensemble dates TBA. Check back soon or contact Dan Prindle for information.

LOCATION
Falcetti Music
38 Town Line Rd.
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
860-257-8441

PRICING
The cost for each student for the entire program is $150.00.

TO REGISTER, CONTACT:
Dan Prindle
PO Box 4052, Manchester, CT 06045
Phone: 860-289-9547 :: dan@danprindle.com