Arts

After School Music Lessons

To support Indian Creek students’ commitment to providing transformative experiences for every student, we are thrilled to continue our After School Performing Music Program.  This initiative gives students in grades 1 – 12 the opportunity to enhance their performing arts skills and interests through individual or small group lessons. 

This program provides convenient, high-quality instruction in vocal and instrumental music, acting, and dance for ICS students.  Instead of spending your after-school hours driving to multiple locations for music lessons, sports, and more, you can now participate in all of these right here on campus! Individual and group lessons are available for most instruments and voices of all levels.  Indian Creek’s esteemed Performing Arts faculty will be joined by local professional musicians to provide the highest level of musical instruction right here at school. 


After School Music Lessons - New Opportunities Added for 2024!

Instrumental, Voice, Acting Lessons

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  • Acting Coaching Class

    Grades 5 - 12
    This class will run with 5 – 10 students

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Brass (Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, French Horn)

    Grades 4 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Guitar

    Grades 6 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Music Theater Class

    Grades 6 – 12
    This class will run with 5 – 10 students

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Percussion

    Grades 5 - 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Piano

    Grades 1 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Ukulele

    Grades 4 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Violin, Viola, Cello

    Grades 2 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Voice

    Grades 6 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

  • Woodwinds (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone)

    Grades 4 – 12

    Tuition per 9 week session:
    • Individual Lessons (30 minutes) = $440 
    • Group Lessons (45 minutes) = $300 
    *Please note that a minimum of three students are needed for a group lesson and a maximum of five students are permitted in a group music lesson 

Mock Audition Masterclasses

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  • Middle School Mock Musical Auditions Masterclass

    Grades 6-8

    This class is intended to help students prepare for musical auditions. Students will learn a short song and monologue and then in a masterclass format, will be given tips and feedback to help them prepare to audition. 

    Mock audition masterclasses meet for only three weeks. Times and dates will be communicated after registration.

    Tuition for 3 classes = $120

  • Upper School Mock Musical Auditions Masterclass

    Grades 9-12

    This class is intended to help students prepare for musical auditions. Students will learn a short song and monologue and then in a masterclass format, will be given tips and feedback to help them prepare to audition. 

    Mock audition masterclasses meet for only three weeks. Times and dates will be communicated after registration.

    Tuition for 3 classes = $120

Dance Classes

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  • Mondays: 5:30-6:30 PM - Beginner Jazz/Tap (Grades 1-5)

    No experience necessary! Dancers will build a strong foundation in Jazz and Tap technique, choreography and rhythm. Suitable for strong movers looking to enhance their coordination and musicality while learning the joys of dance in an inclusive environment! Tap shoes needed, Jazz shoes not required.

    All dance classes are taught by ICS Dance instructor Ms. Sierra Basilio in the beautiful ICS dance studio.

    Tuition for Dance Session 1 (12 weeks plus recital in January – date TBD): 
    • Tuition: $264  
    • Costume fee (approx. $75 – will communicate this fee after registration when we know how many dancers we have) 

  • Mondays: 6:30 - 7:30 PM - Intermediate Jazz/Lyrical Combo (Grades 4-8)

    Improve your technique and boost your confidence in this combo class. Dancers will emphasize power and experience different styles of Jazz, such as Jazz-Funk and Commercial-Jazz, while embracing artistry and the importance of expressiveness that comes from Lyrical.  

    All dance classes are taught by ICS Dance instructor Ms. Sierra Basilio in the beautiful ICS dance studio.

    Tuition for Dance Session 1 (12 weeks plus recital in January – date TBD): 
    • Tuition: $264  
    • Costume fee (approx. $75 – will communicate this fee after registration when we know how many dancers we have) 

  • Wednesdays: 5:30 - 6:30 PM - Intermediate Open Style (Grades 8-12)

    A choreography-based class focused on technique, dance education and the joy of movement with barre, center and across the floor exercises incorporated. Perfect for those looking to become more well-rounded dancers or strong movers looking to strengthen their overall abilities! Styles will rotate each week between Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Ballet. Recital piece style will be group-decided!

    All dance classes are taught by ICS Dance instructor Ms. Sierra Basilio in the beautiful ICS dance studio.

    Tuition for Dance Session 1 (12 weeks plus recital in January – date TBD): 
    • Tuition: $264  
    • Costume fee (approx. $75 – will communicate this fee after registration when we know how many dancers we have) 

  • Wednesdays: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Intermediate Lyrical (Grades 8-12)

    Improve Ballet and Jazz techniques while concentrating on fluidity, dramatic expression and individual approach. Expect barre, across the floor and center exercises. Music for combos taught in this class may consist of many genres including pop, rock, and hip-hop. 

    All dance classes are taught by ICS Dance instructor Ms. Sierra Basilio in the beautiful ICS dance studio.

    Tuition for Dance Session 1 (12 weeks plus recital in January – date TBD): 
    • Tuition: $264  
    • Costume fee (approx. $75 – will communicate this fee after registration when we know how many dancers we have) 

  • Fridays: 5:30 - 6:30 PM - Beginner Open Style (Grades 4-8)

    No experience necessary! Learn the technical aspects and foundational elements of dance in this dynamic class while being introduced to a new style each week. Styles will rotate between Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Ballet. Tap shoes encouraged, no other specific shoes required. Recital style will be decided by the teacher based on overall group progress.

    All dance classes are taught by ICS Dance instructor Ms. Sierra Basilio in the beautiful ICS dance studio.

    Tuition for Dance Session 1 (12 weeks plus recital in January – date TBD): 
    • Tuition: $264  
    • Costume fee (approx. $75 – will communicate this fee after registration when we know how many dancers we have) 



After school lessons begin after the academic day.  Students stay for ICS aftercare and are picked up from extended day for their lessons. After the lesson, students return to aftercare.  Students may sign up for individual sessions or for the entire school year. At the end of each session, teachers will share student progress through videos or live performance.

Questions?

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  • Photo of Jill Woodward

    Mrs. Jill "Jill" Woodward 

    Indian Creek School
    Middle & Upper School Faculty - Performing Arts Teacher; Director of Performing Arts
    (410) 849-5180
    Hartt School of Music - B.M.Ed.
    Hartt School of Music - Opera Certificate
    1995
Scheduling:
  • Students may sign up for individual sessions or for the entire school year.
  • There will be two twelve-week sessions.  At the end of each session, we will host recitals in the Jack and Nancy Becker Center for the Performing Arts to showcase all that has been learned.   
  • During the registration process, you will choose best times and days for your lesson. All private and group lessons EXCEPT dance will be scheduled once registration has occurred based on teacher and student preferences.   
SESSION 1 DATES:  
Week 1 – 9/30 - 10/4 
Week 2 – 10/7 - 10/11 
Week 3 – 10/14 - 10/18 
Week 4 – 10/21 - 10/25 
Week 5 – 10/28 - 11/1 
Week 6 – 11/4 - 11/8 
Week 7 – 11/18 - 11/22 
Week 8 – 12/2 - 12/6 
Week 9 – 12/11 - 12/15: Recital week for music lessons (each teacher will schedule an informal recital during the after-school lesson time for their students) 
Week 10 – 1/6 - 1/10  - Dance only 
Week 11 – 1/13 - 1/17 - Dance only 

Make up policy:
  • If the teacher must reschedule a lesson, it will be made up with that teacher in the current session
  • Parents must send an email message to jwoodward@indiancreekschool.org by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the lesson for an excused absence.
  • One excused absence will be made up during Make Up Week at the end of each session.
  • If you choose to withdraw your child from lessons, refunds cannot be issued. 
Payment:

Billing for lessons will be done through student Blackbaud tuition accounts, so even payment is easy!  Since this program is in addition to the school day, students will be enrolled and charged accordingly.  Books and all other materials will be communicated in advance and billed separately as needed.   

Indian Creek School

1130 Anne Chambers Way
Crownsville, MD 21032
410-923-3660
Indian Creek school is a co-educational, college preparatory independent school, located in Crownsville, Maryland.  Students in Pre-K3 through grade 12 receive a vibrant educational experience based on excellent academics steeped in strong student-teacher connections.