Summer Courses 2023
Take part in our fun and enriching Summer Music Programs here at Falcetti School of Music!
We've got a wide variety of courses: from one-time clinics to courses in both our Simsbury and Springfield facilities.
Scroll down to read about all of our available classes and clinics, and to signup.



Springfield Summer Courses 2023


~ Clase Wepa ~
with Yozue

Have fun, connect with other Latin music enthusiasts, and get ready to yell out “Wepa!” Explore Latin genres like Salsa, Bossa Nova, Latin Pop, and many others. Learn the history of Latin, explore percussion and essential instruments. For students entering 8th-12th grade.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Mondays: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Course Times: 7-8pm
Price: $64

class wepa

~ Video Game Music ~
with Isabel

Do you love playing Nintendo games like Super Mario Bros, Animal Crossing, or the Legends of Zelda? Or do you like playing games more like Undertale or Minecraft? Discuss, listen, and learn to play popular theme songs from these games and impress your friends with some extra video game knowledge.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
July 12th, 13th, and 14th
Course Times: 11:00am-1:00pm
Price: $64

video game music

~ Rock Band ~
with Bruce & friends

Jam with like-minded peers and Bruce, your music coach, during a week-long intensive. Bruce and special guests will work with you to further develop your musical skills. Learn to collaborate and take your band and stage presence to the next level, including a culminating performance.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Session 1: June 26th - 30th
Monday-Thursday 9am-11am
Friday 9am-5pm
Session 2: August 21st -25th
Monday-Thursday 9am-11am
Friday 9am-5pm
Price: $175 per student

rock band

~ Keyboarding ~
with Laurie

Students ages 9-14 can join Ms. Laurie to begin learning to play the keyboard! Learn basic piano skills, navigate the keyboard, have fun with the rhythm feature, and begin learning how to read music.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Mondays: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Course Times: 1:00-2:00pm
Price: $64

keyboarding

~ Kids Keyboarding ~
and movement with Laurie and Lisa

Young ones ages 6-8 can learn keyboarding along with Ms. Laurie, and have group music movement and playtime with Ms. Lisa!

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Mondays: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Course Times: 11-12:50pm:
11-11:50am Group Movement and Music Playtime, snacktime
12:10-12:50 Keyboarding with Caregiver
Price: $115

Kids Keyboarding and Movement

~ Children Keyboarding ~
and movement with Laurie and Lisa

Children ages 4-5 enjoy music movement and playtime with Ms. Lisa! After a snack break, kiddos and their caregivers learn keyboarding together with Ms. Laurie. *caregivers will actively participate during the keyboarding class. The Group Movement class does not require active caregiver play.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Teusdays: July 11th, 18th, 25th, August 1st
Course Times: 11-12:50pm
11:00-11:50am Keyboarding with Caregiver, snacktime
12:10-12:50pm: Group Movement and Music Playtime
Price: $115

children keyboarding

~ Songwriting 101 ~
with Brandon

Work with singer/songwriter Brandon Garcia to learn the components of writing your very own song! For students grade 7th-12th.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Tuesdays: July 11th, 18th, 25th, August 1st
Course Times: 6:45pm-7:45pm
Price: $64

songwriting 101

~ Instrument Lab ~
with Lisa

Having trouble choosing an instrument? Students entering 4th-7th grade can learn about and play multiple woodwind and brass instruments. Each week, students will try flute, clarinet, trumpet, or trombone.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Thursdays: July 13th, 20th, 27th, and August 3rd
Course Times: 4:00pm-5:00pm
Price: $64, +$45 instrument rental (can be applied to long-term rental if continuing).

instrument lab



Simsbury Summer Courses 2023


~ Songwriting 101 ~
with Bryce

Work with singer/songwriter Bryce French to learn the components of writing your very own song! For students grades 7th-12th.

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Wednesdays: 4 - TBA
Course Times: TBA
Price: $72

songwriting with bryce

~ Beginner Guitar ~
with Tom

Students aged 7-9 can join together to learn the basics of guitar and make music!

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:

Tuesdays: July 11th, 18th, 25th, August 1st
Course Times: 5:15pm-6:15pm
Price: $72, + $75 guitar rental (can be applied to purchase, or $50 refund if returning instrument).

guitar with tom

~ Beginner Ukulele ~
with Tom

Have you always wanted to learn ukulele? Join Tom to learn the basics of this fun and accessible instrument, for all ages.

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Tuesdays: July 11th, 18th, 25th, August 1st
Course Times: 4:00pm-5:00pm
Price: $72, +$40 ukulele rental (can be applied to purchase, or $20 refund if returning instrument).

ukelele class

~ Clase Wepa ~
with Yozue

Have fun, connect with other Latin music enthusiasts, and get ready to yell out “Wepa!” Explore Latin genres like Salsa, Bossa Nova, Latin Pop, and many others. Learn the history of Latin, explore percussion and essential instruments. For students entering 8th-12th grade.

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Wednesdays: July 12th, 19th, 26th, August 2nd
Course Times: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Price: $72

class wepa

~ Instrument Lab ~
with Lisa

Having trouble choosing an instrument? Students entering 4th-7th grade can learn about and play multiple woodwind and brass instruments. Each week, students will try flute, clarinet, trumpet, or trombone.

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Saturdays: July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Course Times: TBA either 11:00am-12:00pm or 12:00pm-1:00pm
Price: $72, +$45 instrument rental (can be applied to long-term rental if continuing).

instrument lab

~ Beginner Recorder ~
with Kellyann

Students entering grades 2nd-5th can learn to play the recorder- a great way to get young ones a head start in reading music, further develop hand-eye coordination and breath support, and of course: to learn to play “Hot Cross Buns.”

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Mondays: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Course Times: 4:00pm-4:30pm
Price: $40, bring your own recorder or purchase for $5.99 + tax.

recorder class



~ Wind Ensemble ~
with Kellyann

Students grade 8th-adults with 3+ years of band or 2+ years of private lessons are welcome to join in a fun, collaborative woodwind ensemble. Instruments accepted: flute, piccolo, oboe, alto and bass flutes, clarinet, and bass clarinet.

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Mondays: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Course Times: 6:45-8:00pm
Price: $80

wind ensemble class


One Day Clinics 2023



Classical vs. Acoustic
guitar class featuring Malgorzata Lach

Enjoy an informative one-time clinic where guitarist Malgorzata performs and discusses the differences between classical and acoustic guitar. If you’ve ever been curious about guitar, this is the perfect session for you!

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Tuesday: June 27th
Course Times: 6-7:15pm
Price: $12 non-student, $8 current students +$5 for each additional family member.

acoustic and classical guitar class

Clawhammer Banjo
featuring RJ McCarty

Whether you play banjo or have always admired it, join RJ to discuss Clawhammer tradition and technique and hear some musical examples.

LOCATION: Springfield, MA
Course Dates:
Saturday: July 22nd
Course Times: 1:00pm-2:15pm
Price: $12 non-student, $8 current students +$5 for each additional family member.

banjo class

Music of the Golden Age
featuring John Brighenti

Join John as he plays through and reminisces about his Big Band days, playing alongside musical giants such as Lennie Tristano, Jerry Bergonzi, and Ray Cassarino. John has had over 40 years of performance experience, join us to admire the music of yesteryear!

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Tuesday: August 22nd
Course Times: 6:00pm-7:15pm
Price: $12 non-student, $8 current students +$5 for each additional family member.

golden age music

Music of John Williams
with Rachel Lloyd-Sterbenz

Dive into the legendary music of John Williams with Rachel, our resident musical historian, as she guides you through the film music that inspired generations of audiences!

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Thursday: August 10th
Course Times: 6:00pm-7:15pm
Price: $12 non-student, $8 current students +$5 for each additional family member.

the music of john williams

Sound Bath
with Nirvana Spa & Wellness

Join Chantal from Nirvana Spa and Wellness as she guides us through a sound healing experience featuring Pure Quartz Crystal singing bowls to release what no longer serves you. Wear comfortable clothing, feel free to bring a yoga mat and/or blanket.

LOCATION: Simsbury, CT
Course Dates:
Monday: June 26th
Course Times: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Price: $25 per person

wellnes course

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Administration

jennifer brevik
Jennifer Brevik

Director of Education
Falcetti School of Music

To Contact Jennifer: ( Read My Bio )
  860.932.2424 or 413.374.7458 ( cell/text )
  jenniferbrevik@falcettimusic.com

Yozue Davila
Yozue ( Josh ) Davila

Education Administrator
Simsbury CT

To Contact Yozue:
  860.932.2424
   yozuedavila@falcettimusic.com

mike lamagna
Nia Stimage-Norwood

Education Administrator
Springfield MA

To Contact Nia:
  413-543-1002 Ext 323
   niastimagenorwood@falcettimusic.com