Students who enroll in this program will develop a solid foundation in music fundamentals, including music theory, musical notation, and understanding vocabulary and symbols. As students’ progress, they can explore additional instruments like drums, bass guitar, and keyboard. Regular performances allow students to express themselves both individually and as part of an ensemble. Crescendo Detroit’s commitment to nurturing young musicians exemplifies the transformative power of the arts. Incorporating Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), the program fosters empathy, self-awareness, resilience, and collaboration. Students not only learn music but also connect emotionally, express themselves, and contribute to a harmonious ensemble. Crescendo Detroit’s program isn’t just about notes—it’s about growth, resilience, and emotional harmony.
Intensive music instruction that develops a dedication and commitment to excellence
Instrumental Music
Dance
Students who enroll in Crescendo Detroit’s Dance course will have intensive study in Modern, Ballet, Hip Hop and dance genres from around the globe. Dance techniques such as: Horton, Graham and Dunham will be studied. In addition, influential dance companies and dancers like The Alvin Ailey Dance Theater, Judith Jameson, Gregory Hines, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Anna Pavlova, Bob Fosse, and Lester Horton will be studied in depth. Incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL) principles, students recognize their physical abilities, artistic preferences, and emotional responses to dance. Through reflection and feedback, they understand how their movements express their inner selves. In rehearsals and performances, they practice self-regulation, managing performance anxiety, maintaining focus, and adapting to different dance styles. As part of an ensemble, they learn to empathize with fellow dancers, appreciating diverse backgrounds and experiences. Collaborative choreography and group dynamics enhance their relationship skills, emphasizing effective communication, trust, and teamwork.
Social Emotional Learning
Our Social Emotional Learning program will cover the following:
- Empathy Building
- Help students understand and appreciate different perspectives by teaching them to view situations from another person’s point of view.
- Effective Expression
- Encourage students to express themselves authentically using their own voice.
- Teach the appropriate use of “I-messages” to communicate feelings and needs.
- Active Listening and Response
- Train students to actively listen to requests and respond appropriately.
- Positive Peer Relations and Conflict Resolution
- Foster healthy relationships among peers.
- Equip students with conflict resolution skills.
- Leadership Development
- Cultivate leadership qualities and empower students to take on leadership roles.
- Stress and Anger Management:
- Provide strategies for coping with stress and managing anger effectively.
Remember, this program aims to enhance students’ emotional intelligence and equip them with valuable life skills.
Vocal Music
Our Vocal Music instruction combines music education with social-emotional learning (SEL) principles. Students recognize their vocal strengths, preferences, and emotional responses to music. Through reflection and feedback, they understand how their voices convey their inner selves. In rehearsals and performances, they practice self-regulation, managing stage fright, maintaining focus, and adapting their vocal techniques. Blending voices enhance their relationship skills, emphasizing effective communication, teamwork, and support. Crescendo Detroit not only nurtures skilled singers but also cultivates emotionally intelligent artists who move audiences with purpose and passion.
Music Production
Students in Music Production classes will learn:
- Theory and History:
- Students delve into the rich tapestry of music theory and its evolution.
- They explore the historical context of music production, understanding how past innovations shape the present.
- Sound Design Techniques:
- The program equips students with practical skills in sound design.
- From creating atmospheric soundscapes to crafting impactful effects, they learn the art of sonic storytelling.
- Elements of a Compelling Soundtrack:
- Students dissect what makes a soundtrack truly captivating.
- They analyze rhythm, harmony, instrumentation, and emotional resonance.
- Real-World Application:
- Working within interdisciplinary teams, students create interactive audio for video games and engaging film soundtracks.
- They experience the thrill of bringing soundscapes to life.
- Digital Tools and Processes:
- Students gain competency in using digital music production tools.
- From recording to mixing, they master the technical aspects of audio engineering.
Intro to DJ'ing
One of Crescendo Detroit’s newest offerings to our students. This class with cover the following:
- The art of beat matching and how to use the sync feature for faster mixing
- Time two tracks correctly to have perfect transitions every time
- Use your volume faders and cross fader to mix your tracks in and out
- Use the equalizers and filter dials to blend your tracks smoothly
- Use the loop feature to be more creative with your mixes
- Use your hot cues in more ways than one
