Middle School Offerings

The BW Community Arts School aims to support students in middle school as they begin new artistic endeavors or choose to commit to diving deeper into their artistic passion(s). From private lessons to classes, camps and ensembles, there are a number of opportunities for students to engage with our expert faculty and be encouraged by a supportive, nurturing environment. We understand how important this stage of development is for young artists and promise to support them as they grow as individual artists.

Classes & Workshops for Middle School Students

Class Name	Ages	Days/Times	Session Dates	Instructor	Location	Tuition	Register
Improv I	8 - 11	Mondays 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - November 14, 2022	Keira Lea McDonald	WS	$135*	Register
Improv II	11 - 14	Mondays 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - November 14, 2022	Keira Lea McDonald	WS	$135*	Register
Improv Lab: Exploring the Next Level	11 - 14	Mondays 7:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - November 14, 2022	Keira Lea McDonald	WS	$135*	Register
Level One Bundle	6+	Multiple See Schedule	September 12, 2022 - May 25, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$1725 plus $285 recital fee*	Register
Jazz 1	6+	Mondays 6:15 - 7:10 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - May 25, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$600 plus $95 recital fee*	Register
Ballet 1	6+	Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:25 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - May 23, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$600 plus $95 recital fee*	Register
Ballet 2	Prerequisite Required	Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - May 25, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$600 plus $95 recital fee*	Register
Contemporary	6+	Saturdays 10:45 - 11:40 a.m.	September 12, 2022 - May 25, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$600 plus $95 recital fee*	Register
Hip Hop	6+	Saturdays 11:00 - 11:55 a.m.	September 12, 2022 - May 23, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$600 plus $95 recital fee*	Register
Off the Canvas: Intro to Painting Tecnniques	9 - 11	Thursdays 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.	October 6, 2022 - December 15, 2022	Dottie Abner	WS	$165*	Register
Intro to Acting Through Song: The Studio Class	10-15	Wednesdays 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.	September 14, 2022 - November 2, 2022	Theresa Kloos	WS	$115*	Register
Acting Through Song: The Studio Class	10-15	Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.	September 14, 2022 - November 2, 2022	Theresa Kloos	WS	$145*	Register
Teen Training Troupe (T3)	12+	Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.	September 12, 2022 - May 25, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$1675 plus $150 recital fee*	Register
Introduction to Drawing Techniques	12 - 14	Thursdays 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.	October 6, 2022 - December 15, 2022	Dottie Abner	WS	$165*	Register

* A one-time registration fee of $25 per academic year applies.

Class Name	Ages	Days/Times	Session Dates	Instructor	Location	Tuition	Register
Level One Bundle	6+	Multiple See Schedule	September 12, 2022 - May 25, 2023	CAS Faculty	WS	$1725 plus $285 recital fee*	Register

* A one-time registration fee of $25 per academic year applies.

Class Name	Ages	Days/Times	Session Dates	Instructor	Location	Tuition	Register
Technique Tuesday/Thursday	8+	Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.	July 5, 2022 - July 28, 2022	CAS Faculty	WS	$150	Registration closed
Immersive Summer Class - Painting and Collage	9 - 11	Monday - Friday 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.	July 18, 2022 - July 22, 2022	Dottie Abner	WS	$135	Registration closed
Immersive Summer Class - Printmaking and Drawing	9 - 11	Monday - Friday 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.	July 11, 2022 - July 15, 2022	Dottie Abner	WS	$135	Registration closed
Immersive Summer Class - Contemporary Art	12 - 14	Monday - Friday 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	July 18, 2022 - July 22, 2022	Dottie Abner	WS	$165	Registration closed
Immersive Summer Class - Modern Art	12 - 14	Monday - Friday 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	July 11, 2022 - July 15, 2022	Dottie Abner	WS	$165	Registration closed

Private Lessons

Students may enroll in private lessons to receive one-on-one instruction and coaching from one of the Community Arts School faculty members, all of whom are credentialed professionals in the instrument they teach. Lessons are offered at many times during the week with most of them occurring in the weekday afternoons, weekday evenings and weekends. Students typically enroll in lessons that meet once a week for a half-hour for the full semester. The Community Arts School offers a rolling admission where students may enroll at any time during the semester.

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Dance Company

The BW Community Arts School Dance Company, designed for ages 6-18, is a comprehensive dance program for serious dancers and for students looking to build their technical skill set. The purpose of dance company for serious middle school students is to provide the highest quality education in multiple dance genres to create the most well-rounded dancer possible. Our philosophy focuses on nurturing the whole person in a non-competitive, family-like atmosphere. Participants can expect exceptional instructors, intimate class settings, personalized critiques and focused instruction.

If you have any questions about any of our Baldwin Wallace Community Arts School Dance Company, or to set up an audition for the Company, please contact us!

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Suzuki Center for the Violin

The Baldwin Wallace Suzuki Center offers private lessons and group classes using the Suzuki method for ages 4 & up. With careful guidance from specially trained teachers, parents help their children learn to play violin through the same natural process that occurs when their children learn to speak. The establishment of this "Suzuki triangle" provides the stimulation and encouragement that children need to acquire other critical learning skills.

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Summer Arts Day Camps for Grades 4-9

The Conservatory of Music at Baldwin Wallace University has a long history of bringing elementary and middle school students to campus for focused music study through workshops and camps. Caring staff, a safe campus, outstanding music facilities and excellent food service help to make each camper's experience a positive one. For Summer 2021, our long-standing String and Band Camps have converted to week-long day camps! Through small groups (pods), students and their peers will receive personalized musical training along with engaging social activities.

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