Group Classes and Workshops enable students to learn to interact with other students while increasing self confidence and getting better at music. These classes give students the opportunity to perform on a regularly in different settings. It’s a great way for students to practice what they are learning in their lessons, as well as the chance to socialize with others.
Students can choose from classes like Rock Band Workshop, Jazz Band Workshop, Vocal Performance Workshop, Classical Workshop and more. Classes are available for all ages, including adults. Some classes are offered each session while others are offered as a one-time workshop.
Musical Theater Workshops
Mike Risko Music offers different types of musical theater classes for all age groups. These classes focus on all the elements of performing in a musical like acting, movement and singing. The students explore song interpretation, vocal techniques and acting techniques. The class activities are geared toward different age groups. There is also a Junior Musical Class which enables pre-k and k students to learn some of the basic techniques of musical theater.
Classes work on themes and choose songs within those themes to create an end of session performance.
Rock Band Workshops
At Mike Risko Music School, we provide both kids and adults the opportunity to learn how to be in a band. Bands are put together based on age and level. All instruments and voice are welcome to sign up. In addition, we offer a special program for already formed bands who need some guidance and have specific goals.
For our Rock Band Adult Workshops, we understand how hard it is to juggle busy schedules, putting a band together, running rehearsals, and planning gigs. We make it easy by doing all the work. All you have to do is show up with your instrument and play!
Jazz Band Workshops
Our Jazz Band Workshops are available to students of all ages. Through learning standard jazz tunes, students get to play with other musicians, read chord chards and read music. They learn interesting chord voicings and perform with their band at the end of the session at a local “jazz club”. Additionally, this class teaches students the vocabulary of jazz
Rock Star Vocal Program
The Rock Star Vocal Program at Mike Risko Music are group voice classes which teach healthy singing techniques that are unique to singing contemporary music. The classes also focus on performance techniques and equipment that is essential for the pop/rock singer. These classes are also great for the singer who wants to sing contemporary musical theatre.
Mic Technique Workshop
Microphones are a great tool for a singer and using a microphone correctly is an important skill for a singer. In these workshops, you will learn proper mic technique as you learn how to sing into a microphone rather than at it. You will also learn how to hold your microphone properly, how to set it up, and how to take care of it.
There are no pre-requisites for this workshop, although voice lessons are recommended.
Pre-K Musical Discovery
Musical Discovery is a wonderful class for Pre-K students. This parent accompanied class introduces children to music through singing, creative movement and musical games. In addition, nursery school aged children will get to try different instruments and learn about them while learning about different styles of music.
These classes are offered to 2, 3 & 4 year old students. Students who take this class are still welcome to sign up for Intro to Piano.
Community Workshops
The Mike Risko Music School really enjoys being a part of the Westchester community. We do as much as we can to work with local groups on many different levels. If a group is looking for music instruction or live music, we welcome the opportunity to help.
Ready to Join?
Whether you're a student or want to learn something new, come sign up for one of our group classes and workshops. Reach out to Mike Risko Music School to learn more and register today.