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Little Torrey Travelers
This program blends the movement, language, music, and culture of a wide variety of countries around the globe. Fun activities include: African and Japanese drumming and dance Folk song sing-along Origami calligraphy Crafts and table games Stories and folk tales Led by LJCDS Upper School Band and Middle School Music Educator Chad Przymus and Guest Educator Shiangyi Huang -
Lower School Orchestra (Audition based)
Advanced Grade 3 and 4 students who show competency with note reading may be invited to join the Lower School Orchestra. They may audition in the fall or be recommended by the instructor. Grade 2 students who demonstrate an advanced proficiency level, study privately outside of school, and show developmental readiness may also audition or be recommended by the instructor. Orchestra members participate in two weekly group lessons during the school day and perform in at least three concerts each school year. Students can be in both strings and the PE tennis program. We work closely with the coach to align their schedules. Led by LJCDS Music Educators Joan Diener and Kelley Hart -
Lower School Strings
Students choose to learn to play the violin or cello. This class focuses on technique and note-reading skills, with at least two concert performances each school year. In addition to the after-school lessons, students receive a group class weekly during recess or PE time. Participation in this program is contingent on the student taking private lessons concurrently outside of school. Students can be in both strings and the PE tennis program. We work closely with the coach to align their schedules. Led by LJCDS Music Educators Joan Diener and Kelley Hart -
Music Lessons Winter
These after-school lessons are available through a partnership with Villa Musica, a local non-profit community music center. They take place on campus and are designed to be a nurturing environment where students can further develop skills they learn during the day with music classes and ensembles directed by LJCDS music teachers. Parents will be billed through the school for lesson fees. Lesson options include: Private violin lessons (Grades 1–12) Private piano lessons (Grades 1–12) Private voice lessons (Grades 1-12) Private guitar lessons (Grades 3–12) Students with private lessons will meet with their teacher for 30 minutes between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. one day a week. Winter Dates: Mondays (9 sessions) December 2, 9, 16 (No class on Dec. 23, 30) January 6, 13, 27 (No class on Jan. 20) February 3, 10, 24 (No class on Feb. 17) Tuesdays (11 sessions) December 3, 10, 17 (No class on Dec. 24, 31) January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 Wednesdays (11 sessions) December 4, 11, 18 (No class on Dec. 25) January 8, 15, 22, 29 (No class on Jan. 1) February 5, 12, 19, 26 Thursdays (10 sessions) December 5, 12, 19 (No class on Dec. 26) January 9, 16, 23, 30 (No class on Jan. 2) February 6, 20, 27 (No class on Feb. 13) Fridays (8 sessions) December 6, 13 (No class on Dec. 20, 27) January 10, 17, 24 (No class on Jan. 3) February 7, 21, 28 (No class on Feb. 14) $54/private lesson $28/group lesson Led by Villa Musica instructors Once registered, please contact Aaron Bullard (abullard@villamusica.org) about scheduling and with any questions. By signing up for lessons, you are committing to the entire quarter. -
Pine Tones
The Pine Tones is LJCDS’ Lower and Middle School choir. It is open to any student who wants to sing; no audition or prior experience is required. The Pine Tones will perform at several school and community events throughout the school year, including a day at Disneyland Resort with a Disney Cast Member choir workshop in March and a final performance in May. This program runs in the fall, winter, and spring sessions from Sept. 9–May 19. There is no class on school holidays plus Jan. 6. Price includes uniforms, All Kids Create festival fees, and Disney workshop transportation and admission. Led by Lower School Music Educator Wendy Clemente and Lower School Performing Arts Educator Kelley Hart -
Private Cello Lessons
Begin learning the cello or continue your studies with Bing Yan. Private cello lessons run for 30-minute sessions on Wednesdays between 3 and 5:30 p.m. After registering online, please contact Bing Yan at celloyan60@gmail.com to schedule your specific session time. Private lesson: $55 / 30-minute lesson Partner lesson: $30 / per student / 30-minute lesson -
Seaside Arts: The Little Mermaid Musical Theater (Gr. 1–4)
Join Seaside Arts Center’s musical theater team for an abbreviated production of The Little Mermaid in a program emphasizing the theatrical principles of play, ensemble, and empathy. This experience not only empowers individual students to speak with full voices, stand confidently in front of others, and lead with a playful imagination but also empowers them within a collaborative ensemble. Led by Seaside Arts Center -
Torrey Ukulele Club (Gr. 2–6)
Whether students are beginners or experienced players, all are welcome to have a great time strumming and singing. Students will begin by learning chords in the Ukulele Karate Dojo, where belts are earned for each level completed. Then, those skills are applied to playing folk and popular songs. There are instruments available if students don’t have their own. Led by LJCDS Lower School Music Educator Wendy Clemente -
Violin Group Class
Weekly group instruction creates an encouraging learning environment for students by providing performance experience and peer interaction. Students are required to rent or purchase an instrument before the first class. Classes are geared towards establishing ensemble and solo performing skills. Classes aim to promote the student’s interest in music and the instrument through interactive and fun approaches and rewarding experiences of achievements. Led by Villa Musica