2009/2010 Program Overview
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Program Co-Ordinator: Marcy Harvey
Thanks to Libro Financial Group, the Bully Busters classroom Anti-Bullying program is now entering it's second year. Our mission is to eliminate bullying in our community. Bullying is the most common form of violence in our society and is seen in many ways such as: physical violence and attacks, verbal taunts, exclusion from peer groups, spreading rumours and use of the internet to mock an individual or destroy their reputation. Click-on the link above to learn more about this program or contact Harmony.

Harmony Haven
Program Co-Ordinator:
Thanks again to Libro Financial Group, Harmony will be starting a new program this year called "Harmony Haven". This is similar to the old “Block Parent” program. Seeing the Harmony Haven sign in the window of a home or business tells children there is a safe place to turn to when help is needed. This is truly needed to help combat bullying in our town. Harmony Haven also offers community education programs to help improve the safety of children and teens. Working together with educators and local police, Harmony and the Harmony Haven program are striving to make our community safer.

Advanced Choir
Ages: All Ages, Teacher: Jamie and Katarina

Advanced choir is an all ages choir that performs in the community.  There is a very demanding work load and commitment required for this class. Advanced choir is exciting, and challenging.  Advanced choir students learn all Harmony repertoires and can engage in many events and activities including Pay it Forward concerts, and Harmony trips. Advanced choir students are invited to attend this year's exciting trip to Chicago!


Guitar
Ages: 12 and up, Teacher: Russ and Joseph
Harmony offers Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Guitar. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned vetran, you'll have fun jamm'n with everyone while learning basic to advanced skills in our guitar classes. Some of the things you will learn in this class are: hand and finger placement, how to read music and how to tune your guitar. You will be able to learn solos or perform in a group setting. Seperate programs are offered for accoustic and electric guitar. Students will be able to showcase their accomplishments at our Christmas and end of year recital.

Drums
Teacher: TBA

Lessons for learning drums are available on individual basis.  Students will learn rhythm, timing, dynamics, and posture.  Introduction to music theory will be part of each class as well. Contact Harmony to check availability for drum lessons.


Concert & Jazz Bands
Teacher: Tyson

Band combines both woodwind and brass sectionals in order to make a complete orchestra.  Students will learn to play together with correct timing and blending.


Brass
Teacher: Tyson

Students that are interested in learning to play a trombone, trumpet, or saxophone are invited to attend the brass class.  Saxophone historically is classified as a woodwind however because of the volume of the instrument we have transferred saxophone students to the brass sectional.


Woodwinds
Ages: All Ages, Teacher: Tyson

Students that are interested in learning to play a clarinet, flute, and violin are welcome to attend the woodwinds class.  Students will be introduced to music theory, timing, pitch, dynamics, playing together and following a conductor.  Students of any level are welcome to attend.


Junior General
Ages: 4-7 (3 yr olds may attend with a parent), Teachers: Becky, Katarina and Danielle

 

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This class is an introduction to music. Your child will learn and practice beginner songs as well as learn the notes and sounds associated with music. One way of doing this is through a puppet theatre. They will be introduced to basic musical instruments including the xylophone, recorder, bells and boomwhackers and will also learn how to make music using their bodies (eg. clapping their hands or stopping their feet). Your child will also have the opportunity to make crafts associated with music such as making their own musical instruments. Your child will be able to showcase their accomplishments at our Christmas and end of year recitals.

Intermediate General
Ages: Age: 8-11, Teacher: TBA

 

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This class will introduce your child to theory. They will also learn differnt techniques suh as breath support and strengthening their pitch. They will also have an opportunity to learn a solo. This class will introduce various musical intruments and expand on some instuments introduced in the Jr. General class. Your child will learn how to be creative making their own instruments using various objects found around the house. This class will also introduce Stomp, a unique musical program using garbage cans and drum sticks. Your child will have an opportunity to showcase their accomplishments at our Christmas and end of year recitals.

Tutoring & Mentoring
Ages: All Ages

All students are welcome to visit Harmony daily from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.  Students may utilize our computers, printers, internet and other materials for school work.  Students are supervised by volunteers and tutoring is also available for them.


Theatre
Junior: Ages 8-12, Senior: 12 and up, Teachers: Erin
Junior Theatre:

Students will learn improvisation, stage directions and theatrical terminology through a variety of mirror imaging exercises.  Students will be encouraged to write their own scripts and perform in small groups.  Students will have access to the costumes room.
Senior Theatre:
Students will continue with similar exercises as junior theatre but they will also have a large production in the spring.  Students will also be encouraged to be creative in writing scripts.


Cooking
Ages: 8-12, Teacher: Paul & Diane
Junior & Intermediate Cooking:
Youth will learn kitchen safety, food preparation, and will make a variety of well balanced delicious meals.  This fun interactive class is great fun for all children.

Art
Ages: 8 and up, Teachers: TBA
This class strives to teach students the various types of art such as (but not limited to) the basic concepts of art (colour and shading), complimentary colour, pastels, charoal and painting. Students may also have an opportunity to design marketing posters for Harmony as well as work on canvas backdrops and sets for theatre productions. Students will also have an opportunity to showcase their work around Harmony as well as in our community.

Creative Writing
Ages: 8 and up, Teacher: TBA
Students will learn different styles of writing and the differences between them. They will also get to explore their responses to different situations and learn how to put it down on paper. They will also have an opportunity to learn how to write scripts and a new song for Harmony choir to sing. Student will be able to showcase their accomplishment at our Christmas and end of year recitals.

Bell Choir
Ages: Apply at Front Desk Teacher: Jamie and Tyson

Thanks to the Trillium Foundation, Harmony is now able to offer an exciting new bell choir. We have 24 beautiful bells, this is an instrument that kids who have difficulty with fine motor skills will  be able to play, thus building their self confidence. The Harmony bell choir will perform at special concerts through out the coming year. See Bell Choir photos here.


Stomp
Ages: 8 and up, Teacher: Rick
Our drums may look a lot like garbage cans but you’ll definitely want to see the Harmony kids turn their trash into treasure. Students develop an understanding of simple rhythm patterns using a variety of homemade instruments.  Stomp is great teamwork and it also aids in motor development.

Dance
Ages: 8 and up, Teacher: TBA
 

Keyboarding
Teacher: Paul and Joseph

This class will introduce students to music theory, posture, timing, and rhythm.  In this class you will learn to play the piano and read music.  Students can choose some of their songs. 


Family Fun Night
Ages: All, Facilitator: Diane


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Family Fun Night was created to save families from the drive-thru! Most Families are at the Harmony Centre on Tuesday nights participating in our programs, so we thought that having dinner together would be a great way for everyone to get to know each other and socialize. Dinner will be served between 5 and 7 and every week we will offer a different theme including: taco night, spagetti dinner, BBQ's and pizza night. Cost: $2.00, 7 & under, $5.00, 8 & up. This includes all you can eat dinner, juice, coffee and/or tea. Bottled pop and water will be available for a nominal fee. We will post what we will be serving for dinner weekly, so please check back often.

Friday Night Cafe
Ages: 8 and up, Teacher: TBA

 

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Friday night cafe's are filled with fun for youth ages 8 and up.  Our Lambton college co-op students plan entertaining evening for the youth.  We often need volunteer drivers for special outings like bowling, laser tag, skating etc.

 

 

For further information please contact the Harmony's Office at 519-336-0344