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On this page you'll find information about:
MUSIC
INSTRUMENTS AND VOICE
GUITAR
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced /Acoustic and Electric.
Learn rhythms, music theory related to guitar, playing lead (melodies on single strings), folk picking. Rock, blues and folk styles. Explore effects like chorus and flange.
Grades 1-12 and adult (separated into age groups)
KEYBOARD
Beginning, Intermediate - Keyboard playing to accompany other instruments and vocals. Even if you know how to play classical piano, you can play in the local garage band. Learn music theory as it applies to keys. Explore effects for keys like chorus and reverb. Will teach music reading if needed.
Grades 6-12 and adult (separated into age groups)
VOICE
Beginning, Intermediate
Sing as a soloist, in a group, do backups. Extend your range, improve dynamics and diction. Learn to read music if you need. Also learn music theory as it applies to singing. Learn mic techniques. Sing in any style without ruining your voice.
Grades 3-12 and adult (separated into age groups)
BASS GUITAR
Beginner, Intermediate
Learn to play so that you can lay down a great foundation for the other instruments you play with, no matter what style, including rock, country & blues. Learn music theory as it applies to bass. Explore effects like flange and reverb.
Grades 6-12 (separated into grade groups)
DRUMS Trap set (Drum kit)
Beginner, Intermediate
Lay down solid grooves in a variety of styles like rock, country, blues and jazz. Learn music theory as it applies to drums. Learn about tuning your kit & choosing good cymbals.
Grades 5-12 and adult. Exceptions have been made for younger students who show maturity. Private lesson only.
TRUMPET / CORNET
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Play classical, pop, rock, jazz, blues. Discover the secrets to improvisation. Make cool & groovy sounds with mutes. Learn music theory as it applies to trumpet. Music reading taught as part of each lesson if the student does not read music.
Grades 4-12 and adult (separated into age groups)
RECORDER
Beginner and Intermediate
Recorder isn't just for kids. Adults have played them for centuries for home-spun entertainment and for Kings and Queens around the world. Learn to play a variety of songs and styles. If the class needs, music reading will also be taught.
Grades 1-12 and adult (separated into age groups)
Recorder needed. Generally available for $5.00 and up. Please check with teacher about fingering style before purchasing.
LAP DULCIMER
Beginner and Intermediate
Learn how to play this simple but melodious Appalachian instrument. Lessons include fingering technique, alternate tunings, traditional songs and how to pick out your own favorites.
Grades 1-12 and adult (separated into age groups)
Dulcimer needed. Please check with teacher before purchasing; he may be able to help you choose the best instrument for you.
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All music classes have a minimum of two students.
Classes and private lessons are 30 minutes.
Classes cost $35.00 a month.
Private lessons cost $70.00 a month.
Fees are due monthly.
There is a new payment system for music lessons, classes or private, that will benefit students and DLA. Students will only pay for eleven (11) months in each year. If payments are made completely and on time, the twelfth (12th) month will be FREE. Each student's year will begin starting with the date he or she started lessons.
The payments take into account:
> The months in which there are more than four weeks in the month.
> Holidays such as Christmas, Labor Day, etc.
> Short summer holiday for DLA, etc.
The rates for music lessons were established more than five years ago and haven't changed. They are only slightly higher now and are still the BEST DEAL IN BUNCOMBE COUNTY!
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SPECIALTY CLASSES
MULTITRACK RECORDING - Study microphone choice and placement, getting good levels, overdubbing, applying effects (reverb, flange, chorus, etc.), equalizing, making master recording. Make your own demo. Non-musicians welcome. Since this is a recording class, the teacher will play all the instruments and let the students concentrate on their recording skills.
Grades 7-12 and Adults
Time and Days to be arranged.
2 Hour Class for one week OR
1 Hour Class for two weeks (10 Hours Total).
Cost - $75.00
Meets at Studio in Asheville
If you want to learn more, extra classes may be arranged.
SONG-WRITING Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced
Learn to craft a song that really expresses what you want to say. Learn about hooks, how to write a great melody, structure, appropriate keys and more! Musical skills not necessary for Beginning Song-Writing. Clases will be formed so that all students will have the same general musical skill level.
Grades 5 -12 and Adults (separated by age range)
Time and Days to be arranged.
2 Hour Class for one week OR
1 Hour Class for two weeks (10 Hours Total).
Cost - $75.00
Meets at Studio in Asheville
If you want to learn more, extra classes may be arranged.
MUSIC THEORY Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced
Learn how to read and write music from scratch. Music readers learn about song-writing, instrumental and vocal writing and arranging, in any style including rock, pop, classical and marching band. Learn transposing, instrument and vocal keys and ranges. For any intermediate or advanced Music Theory course, the student should have skills in reading and writing music and preferably play at least one instrument.
Grades 5 -12 and Adults (separated by age range)
Time and Days to be arranged.
2 Hour Class for one week OR
1 Hour Class for two weeks (10 Hours Total).
Cost - $75.00
Meets at Studio in Asheville
If you want to learn more, extra classes may be arranged.
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T U T O R I N G O F F E R I N G S
MATH FOR ELEMENTARY
Math concepts in value placement, fractions, decimals, time, money or any other math concept that your child needs help with, presented so that it's easily understood, easily remembered and even fun! Hands-on activities help reinforce the material by accessing all of your child's learning methods.
Grades 3-5
$12.00 / half-hour - Recommend two days a week
MATH FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
Fractions, Decimals, Area and Volume, Algebra and other areas in which your child needs help. Math is explained and demonstrated so students improve their grasp of not only the math concepts, but spatial perceptions as well. Includes some hands-on building and manipulations. Calculators will be used only when the student demonstrates that he or she understands the basic math priciple.
Grades 6-8
$12.00 / half-hour - Recommend two days a week
SCIENCE / PHYSICS / ELECTRICITY FOR ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL
Physics concepts are brought to life with lessons structured to match each student's grade level and/or individual need. Inertia, entropy, heat, light, electricity (power, circuits, etc.), acceleration, and more. Concepts and discoveries by Bernoulli, Archimedes, Newton, Galileo and Einstein are brought to life. Hands-on materials are used when possible. As always, tutoring is designed to fit your child's needs.
Grades 4-8
$12.00 / half-hour - Recommend two days a week
STUDY SKILLS - COMING SOON
LIFE SKILLS - COMING SOON
CREATIVE WRITING - COMING SOON
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US
John,
I don't always take the time to thank you for your work with Lee. He loves playing guitar (he was "practicing" at midnight last night) OK, maybe that's not so great (HA!) but I'm so thrilled that he loves it. I know your encouragement has a lot to do with that. My girls have had less than wonderful experiences with music teachers in the past and thus they lost their desire to play. Just wanted to take the time to say thanks for making a difference.
Blessings,
Mollie
(Mollie Stafford, Parent of Guitar Student )
We would have to say that our experience with Daniels Learning Adventure over the last several years has been a very positive one. My sons have appreciated John's teaching ability, patience, and inclusive teaching style in their music classes. His broad musical knowledge in theory and sound recording together with his own personal musical talent and experience make him an exceptional instructor and mentor to any music student.
Nancy Johnson
Parent of Drum Student and Song Writing and Multi-Track Recording Student
Mr. Daniels has been my granddaughter’s math teacher and tutor for more than two years. He makes math interesting and fun to learn. He has the capability to be most patient while he is teaching. He has funny, interesting stories that go along with the teaching. We appreciate his Christian attitude and way of teaching. He has taught her a lot [while tutoring] and we appreciate him very much.
Nancy Grice, grandmother of 8th grade student
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REGISTRATION
Each student registering for music lessons or other classes will need a registration form.
The form is below.
Before filling out the registration form, please call or e-mail first to arrange for class time.
It makes it easier to arrange for a class if you have more than one available time.
You may register in person or by mail,
or you may register on-line.
»To register in person or by mail, please copy and paste the Registration Form to a word processor (Microsoft Word or Works, for example).
Then, fill it out and arrange for a meeting or pop it in the snail mail. Please be sure a check or money order is enclosed for the correct amount.
»To register on-line, you will need a PayPal account. PayPal is easier and much more secure than credit card payment. If you do not have a PayPal account, you may sign up for one by clicking this link.
PayPal Home Page
To use your PayPal account, please follow these steps to register for lessons or classes:
1. Copy and paste the Registration Form to a word processor (Microsoft Word or Works, for example).
2. Fill it out.
3. E-mail it to DanielsLearning@aol.com as an attachment.
4. Go to the Checkout Page to pay with PayPal.
Daniels Learning Adventure
Registration Form
Today's Date ________________
Student's Name ________________________________________________________________
Parent or Guardian's Name (if applicable) ______________________________________________________
Student's Age & Grade ________________
Contact Information (Please include at least 2 methods)
Phone Number____________________________________
Cell Phone _______________________________________
E-mail Address _____________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address ____________________________________________________________________________
City _______________________________________ State______ Zip_______
Name of Class or Lesson _____________________________________________________________________
Class Dates (from - to) or when Music Lesson Starts ______________________________________________
Day of the Week Class Meets_______________________
Time of Day ___________________________
Cost of Class $___________
Amount Enclosed $_______________
I have read, understand and agree to all of the policies and criteria at Daniels Learning Adventure.
(Please see list of policies following Registration Form)
( ) If e-mailing form, check here and type your name on signature line.
Signature of Parent or Guardian. __________________________________________________________________
Would you like a receipt? ___ Yes ___ No
If so, would you like Paper ______ or E-mail ______
(For Office Use Only) Fin. Rec. _____ Cash Fl _____ Recpt. _____ Sched. _____
(END OF REGISTRATION FORM)
POLICIES
PAYMENT AND ATTENDANCE POLICY
The music classes & lessons are part of the income for DLA. For that reason, we use the following guidelines to ensure that:
o Each student's chosen time slot is available to that student at normal appointed times.
o There is as much continuity in each student's music education as possible.
o There is an appropriately steady income for DLA.
The PAYMENT POLICY is as follows:
Ø Music lessons are to be paid for on a monthly basis. This makes it easier for both the parents and DLA to keep track of what is owed and what is paid.
Ø Payment for each month’s lesson is to be received at DLA on or before the first lesson of the month.
Ø If a student pays for each month, on time, for eleven (11) consecutive months, the twelfth (12th) month will be free. The time is calculated from the first FULL month the student is enrolled. If one or more months are skipped (for summer time etc.) the FREE month is forfeited.
Ø No refund or credit can be given if the student does not come to lesson or class except in the case of:
o __ Student's severe and prolonged illness or injury.
o __ Injury or death in the family.
o __ Other circumstances on a case by case basis.
___ Please inform DLA as soon as possible in any of these cases. ___
The ATTENDANCE POLICY is as follows
Ø If a student is not able to come to one or more lessons in a month, DLA should be notified at least 14 days before that month begins. When one or more classes will be missed, there are two possibilities:
o __ The student may decline to pay for that month, at the risk of losing the space.
o __ The student may pay for the whole month and come at all possible times. REMEMBER, the prices at DLA are well below other music classrooms.
If proper notification or payment is not made before lessons are missed, the missed month or lessons will need to be paid for before lessons can resume.
Ø Refunds are given only if a student has something severe happen in his/her life, prolonged illness, death in family etc.
Ø Returned Check Policy - All checks returned for Insufficient Funds will be charged a $25.00 fee. If you are not sure of your account balance, you may want to BRING cash or send a cashiers check or money order. Daniels Learning Adventure is happy to take checks. Please make sure they are good.
OTHER POLICIES
Ø No distinction is ever made on the basis of gender, race or religion for any class.
Ø Some children have a hard time squeezing a guitar neck hard enough to make a clean sound or reaching the keyboard keys. Because of these requirements, Daniels Learning Adventure will do a free ability assessment before music classes start.
Ø ABSENCE AND MAKE-UP POLICY - Daniels Learning Adventure cannot make up classes due to a student’s absence, except in extreme circumstances, such as a student’s severe and prolonged illness or a death in his or her family.
Ø SNOW DAYS - DLA will close if the weather is bad enough to close Buncombe County schools. If you’re not sure about your particular class, please call first.
Ø MAKE-UP TIME - In case of snow or teacher absence, music classes and other by-the-month classes will be credited one week for the following month.
SPECIAL SAFETY NOTES - Every precaution will be taken to ensure each student's safety and well-being. Students are expected to take normal precautions for their own safety. DLA is not responsible for injuries due to inappropriate behavior.
PUNCTUALITY / PICKING UP STUDENTS
We appreciate students who are on time, but please allow students to come the lesson just a couple of minutes before the lesson starts. This prevents unnecessary interruptions. Thank you.
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