PREP - A COURSE  (0 CREDITS)
This course is designed as the Collective's entry-level course of study, and focuses on developing the rudimentary technical and musicianship skills required for further study, as well as an introduction to the rhythm section and the four foundation styles of Rock, Jazz, Afro-Cuban, and Brazilian. Students are assigned an “anchor” teacher to help guide them through the course work.

This course includes the following courses:

READING PROFICIENCY PROGRAM

MUSIC THEORY
This class introduces the basic theoretical concepts, and skill sets required for every well trained musician. Course work covers rhythm and pitch notation, scales, and key signatures.

RUDIMENTAL DRUMMING 1 (drummers only)
Students are introduced to the study of rudimental drumming as a foundation for a solid drumming technique.

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BASICS OF INSTRUMENTAL TECHNIQUE 1 (non-drum students) 
Students are introduced to the basics of proper instrumental technique with a focus on proper hand and body position and correct fingerings and hand positions for commonly used scales and arpeggios.

STYLE PREP SEQUENCE

STYLE PREP CLASS 1 
Students work with an instructor on their instrument to develop the conceptual framework and application of applied techniques to perform in a rhythm section setting in the designated contemporary root styles of Rock and Jazz. Each week's class is dedicated to a particular style.

STYLE PREP RHYTHM SECTION 
This class gives the student the opportunity to apply the work done in the style preparation and student rehearsal classes in an actual rhythm section setting, playing with professional musicians.

REAL-DEAL REHEARSAL PREP 1
Students work together in a rhythm section format, under the supervision of a faculty member, to rehearse in a series of practical real-life situations, the mastery of which is essential to every performing rhythm section musician.

WEEKLY ELECTIVE PRIVATE LESSONS
Students may study with an individual instructor or series of instructors of their choice.
 
DAILY INDIVIDUAL PRACTICE TIME
Students are assigned 17 hours per week of individual practice time, with additional hours available at scheduled times throughout the week.