Organ Core Curriculum

The Private Lesson is individualized and tailored to the level, background, and needs of each student. It stresses a solid foundation in technical skills and covers a wide range of literature.  Private study includes studio classes which provide students an opportunity to perform for their peers in an informal setting. 

In addition to their Organ Private Lesson, Organ majors are also enrolled in a Private Piano Lesson.

This course is an extension of private lessons.  It addresses many of the same concepts, but in a group setting.  It is designed to be flexible to meet the varying levels and needs of the organ majors. Topics covered are hymn playing, improvisation, practice skills and performance skills.  Studio classes, master classes and regular performances at local churches are a large part of this course.
 

Music theory classes at Interlochen offer instruction in musicianship skills essential for the serious music student. The class objectives are to provide complete and thorough training in all basic musicianship skills; to offer advanced, college-level theory for the highly motivated student; and to stimulate and encourage exploration of the creative process through music creation (classical) and arranging (contemporary). 

Topics covered are hymn playing, improvisation, practice skills and performance skills. Studio classes, master classes and regular performances at local churches are a large part of this course.