To Print M.U.S.E. Brochure (PDF) 8 1/2 x 14 Click here: M.U.S.E. Brochure   M.U.S.E. has instrumental programs in over 45 school in both the Portland and San Francisco bay area. We primarily offer Band Classes but we also offer keyboard, string, and recorder classes in some areas. There is no cost to the school; payments are made directly to M.U.S.E. by parents of each student. M.U.S.E. takes care of all business and administrative matters. The cost of taking lessons from M.U.S.E. is about half the cost of private lessons and a great way to get started on an instrument. Our instructors are highly trained and complete background checks are made on all teachers. M.U.S.E. carries the proper liability insurance necessary.   M.U.S.E. Will Provide: 1. Instrumental group lessons, offered once a week; beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. 2. Band rehearsals 3. Winter and Spring M.U.S.E. concerts and individual school performances. 4. Monthly, merit based awards 5. Written evaluations 6. Year end presentation of awards All our programs are tailored to each schools needs. Prices for programs range from $44.00-$48.00 per month/per student depending on the custom arrangement for each school. A limited amount of financial aide is available through M.U.S.E.   Networking In Your Community Each individual school is strengthened by our network of M.U.S.E. schools in your area. For example, our annual spring concert includes students from all of the local schools in the M.U.S.E. Program performing together, as one large ensemble. This event gives the students from different schools an opportunity to meet and perform together. In addition to the services provided, the M.U.S.E Program participates in local community events, which include band and art festivals, parades, and special holiday events. We also sponsor The M.U.S.E. Annual Solo and Ensemble Festival which is open to all students in the program.   Grade Level: The band program is offered to grades 4-8.   The M.U.S.E. Band Program Offers Instruction in the Following Instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Xylophone, Drums. Keyboard students may join the band at the intermediate level as long as they have had 2-3 years experience and can read music. * Piano and Recorder classes are also available in some schools. String classes are available in Portland.   Qualities that Make M.U.S.E. Special: • Qualified instructors that make learning an instrument fun.. • A band is formed in each school which promotes fun and enthusiasm for music. • We are always available to answer parents’ questions and concerns. Parents can reach us through the M.U.S.E. toll free number 1-800-233-MUSE. • We offer an ongoing parent-teacher relationship through written evaluations and conferences. • Many educational and performance "extras" including summer band camps, summer jazz camp, jazz workshops, and honor band.   Payment M.U.S.E. invoices parents directly and takes care of all business and administrative matters. Parents are invoiced every two months. A one time registration/materials fee is due with the first payment. Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are accepted.     How to Reach Us Director: bryant@museband.com General Information: info@museband.com Telephone 1-800-233-6873 Address- PO Box 25547, Portland, Or 97298-0547       What Do Other Aministrators Say About M.U.S.E.   Letters of recommendation and a list of current schools enrolled with M.U.S.E. upon request   Return to Home Page