In partnership with The Cleveland Orchestra, the Beck Center for the Arts proudly presents Percussion Partners, the second concert in its series of PNC Musical Rainbow concerts specifically designed for preschool children, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 28, 2012, on the Mackey Main Stage. Percussion Partners features percussionist Mell Csicsila who will share the wonderful world of percussion with preschoolers.

Children ages 3 to 6 years and their families will enjoy this fun, interactive way to learn about the instruments of an orchestra. Young listeners have the chance to sing, clap, and move to the music as they have fun learning all about a featured orchestral instrument. Actress and singer Maryann Nagel hosts the 30-minute programs for young children, which includes narration, demonstration, short solo selections, and audience participation.

Concert tickets are $5 per person. Purchase tickets online or call Beck Center Customer Service at 216.521.2540, ext. 10.

The Cleveland Orchestra's PNC Musical Rainbow concerts are sponsored by PNC and the PNC Musical Rainbow Series is endowed by the Pysht Fund.

YEAR-ROUND OPEN ENROLLMENT
for Creative Arts Therapies & Music sessions

Although the winter/spring semester has begun, our Music and Creative Arts Therapies (CAT) programs offer open enrollment throughout the year.

Through the use of music and art as a therapeutic tool, Creative Arts Therapies provide private sessions for individuals of all ages with special needs. Participants are encouraged to maximize their potential through successful and accessible experiences designed to meet their specific goals and objectives. An assessment is required prior to registration. For further information or to schedule an assessment, contact Brittany Lesch, MT-BC at 216.521.2540 x34.

Private music lessons are offered to anyone who wishes to learn an instrument or to improve their ability on an instrument they are studying already. Our music staff is an accomplished group of instructors who have years of experience helping musicians of all ages discover their true potential on a wide variety of music instruments and in singing. For more information or to schedule private lessons, contact the Music Office at 216.521.2540 x37.

Beck Center for the Arts, in collaboration with The Cleveland Orchestra, proudly present two very special west side PNC Musical Rainbow concerts on  Saturdays, January 21 and April 28 at 10:30 a.m. on the Mackey Main Stage. Tickets are on sale now.

About the PNC Musical Rainbow Concerts
Which instrument is bigger – violin or viola? How many strings are on a harp? What’s a bassoon? Children will discover the answers to these musical questions and more during the 30-minute Musical Rainbow concerts. These presentations are a fun, interactive way for our youngest listeners to learn about the instruments of the orchestra. Children will sing, clap, and move to the music as they have fun learning all about instruments. Ideal for children ages 3 through 6.

"Tricky Trombone"

Saturday, January 21 at 10:30 a.m. $5/per person (adults and children).
Trombonist Ed Zadrozny will introduce children to the “Tricky Trombone”. Hosted by local actress and singer Maryann Nagel, this program includes narration, demonstration, short solo selections and audience participation - your kids will be singing, clapping, and moving to the music!

"Percussion Partners"

Saturday, April 28 at 10:30 a.m. $5/per person (adults and children).
Beck Center and The Cleveland Orchestra proudly present the second PNC Musical Rainbow concert with percussionist Mell Csicsila, who will introduce young children to the world of percussion. Hosted by local actress and singer Maryann Nagel, this program includes narration, demonstration, short solo selections and audience participation.

The Cleveland Orchestra's PNC Musical Rainbow Concerts are sponsored by PNC.
PNC Musical Rainbow Series is endowed by the Pysht Fund.

Bring-A-Friend Week is back! Students can invite a friend to their class or lesson for FREE the week of December 5 through 10.

Bring-A-Friend Week is a great opportunity to experience all the Beck Center has to offer and allows you to engage in the creative process first-hand. If you've been thinking about taking a class or lesson at Beck Center and want to participate in Bring-A-Friend Week, contact Ed Gallagher at 216.521.2540 x12 to find class that's right for you! Click here for the complete class catalog.

We offer over 200 classes each week in dance, music, theater, and visual arts – something for every age and ability.

A Creative Cure for Cabin Fever!

This winter, beat the blues, get out of the house and join us at the Beck Center for the Arts for some creative fun! Learn a new skill, develop a hidden talent and make lifelong friends at the Beck Center. We offer more than 200 classes for all ages and abilities in dance, music, theater, and visual arts – including Broadway “Glee” Club, Cut Paper Illustration, Kids-N-Tunes, Hip Hop, Suzuki Violin, Public Speaking, Tone & Stretch, and Family Clay Time – to name just a few.

Winter/spring classes begin the week of January 30. Classes fill up quickly so register today. A complete class schedule, course descriptions, and convenient online registration are available here - or call Beck Center Customer Service at 216.521.2540, ext. 10.

Join the thousands of students from across Northeast Ohio who participate in our excellent arts education programs – whether it’s a one-day workshop or full 18-week semester. Our outstanding faculty and staff look forward to welcoming you to the Beck Center in the New Year.

Private music lessons in all band and orchestral instrument are available and registration is ongoing throughout the year. To learn more or to schedule private lessons, call the Music Office at 216.521.2540, ext. 37.

Falling for the Arts!

Fall classes are currently underway at Beck, but it’s not too late to register. Sign up for the second session of visual arts classes which begin the week of November 9. There are a variety of classes to choose from including cartooning, drawing, painting, pottery, and watercolors – for all ages and abilities.

Don't forget - registration for private music lessons in all band and orchestral instruments is ongoing throughout the year. For a complete class schedule and descriptions or call Customer Service at 216.521.2540 x10.

Beck Center's education catalog and class registration are now online!

What does this mean? It simply means this streamlined process will enable you to find all course descriptions, schedules and registration information here. This transition addresses the needs of today's families, decreases paper consumption and has even eliminated registration fees.

To get you started, we have created an online account for each student from the past year and will email instructions for accessing your account.

You may still register over the telephone, download and mail the registration form, or visit the Customer Service desk. Please do not hesitate to call if you have any questions at 216.521.2540 x10. We will be happy to assist you!

Fall classes begin the week of September 6.

At the Beck Center, you and your family are guaranteed to have a fun-filled summer while keeping your creative minds and spirits engaged. Sign up for half- and full-day camps and workshops in dance, music, theater, and visual arts.

Can't decide? There's even an arts sampler if you love all art forms!

New this summer, especially for music lovers, try our Fiddler's Camp, Singers' Camps, Songwriting Workshop, and World Beat Percussion Workshop. In addition, we offer more than 80 classes, lessons, and programs each week.

Have double the fun this summer! Register for two or more camps and save 10%*. Camps fill up quickly so don't delay - register today!

Download the complete summer catalog.

To register call 216.521.2540 x10 or stop by the Customer Service desk Mon-Thu 9 am to 8 pm and Fri-Sat 9 am to 5 pm.

*Restrictions apply. Call for details.

Do you know what your family is doing this summer? Guarantee them a fun-filled summer while keeping their minds and creative spirits engaged.  Bring them to the Beck Center this summer!

In addition to more than 80 classes and lessons, the Beck Center for the Arts has half- and full-day camps in dance, music, theater, and visual arts. There's even an arts sampler camp for the kid who loves all art forms!

Even better, register for two or more camps this summer, and save 10% off tuition* for each camp. But don't delay. Popular camps fill up quickly. To register, call 216.521.2540 x10.

*Restrictions apply.

Download the Summer 2011 Catalog

At the Beck Center for the Arts, we strive to present our customers with a positive experience in everything we do—from arts education to the theater to the gallery. This also extends to our class registration process.

In our commitment to provide convenient options for arts education customers, we are adding online registration for all arts classes. This software was supposed to go live this month. During the installation process, we discovered that in order to ensure that our customers can take advantage of all of the software’s capabilities, such as discounts and payment history, we need more time to get it to the level of optimal performance you expect and deserve.

We fully expect that the software will be ready to accept online registrations for our summer camps and classes. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

If you have any questions or would like to register you or your child for the Winter/Spring 2011 semester, please call 216.521.2540 x10.