Kirkkomusikantit – "The Church Musicians"

Who are we?

• Kirkkomusikantit offers music teaching inside the federation of Tampere Parishes.
• Unique music institution in Finland

Music Teaching in the Federation of Tampere Parishes

Kirkkomusikantit (instrument teaching)

• Long-term and goal-oriented music studies that take into account pupil’s own intrests.
• Learning to play an instrument can be aimed at a degree or a lighter hobby.
• No age limits or entry exams.
• Teaching locations close to student’s home, all-around in Tampere.

Kirkkomuskarit (music play school)

• Getting to know the basic elements of music. Including dancing, singing, listening to music, playing rhythmical instruments.
• Learning how to be a part of a group first with your own adult and later with other children.
• Teaching is goal-oriented and supports musical growth in mental, musical and spiritual way.

Instruments

Piano, Church organ, Accordion, Kantele, Percussion/Drums, Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Cello, Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute, Recorder, Trumpet, Singing.

Teaching follows the guidelines of basic education of arts in Finland.

Kirkkomusikantit Music Studies

Instrument lessons

• Student can choose the lesson duration to be 20, 30 or 40 minutes.
• Private lessons but also pair and group lessons are possible.
• Students repertoire includes church music.

Music theory

• Student can choose to attend to music theory classes which is recommended, but not mandatory.

Playing together

• Different kind of possibilities for playing together in chamber music groups, accompaniment lessons, orchestra, band, choirs.

Performing

• Music is important part of everyday life in church.
• Students and teachers attend different kind of events during the church year performing music and cooperating with other departments of the church.
• Performing and studying music is one way to be a Christian and to experience spirituality.

Our Values

• Curriculum is based on respecting human rights, equality, and diversity of different cultures. Music is for everyone equally.
• Every pupil is a unique person. Teaching supports pupil’s personal growth and it also developes thinking skills and creativity.
• Individuality: possibilities to plan studies according to pupil’s own wishes and goals. Music supports in different kind of stages in life and is important tool for dealing with emotions.
• Playing together developes social skills and helps experiencing meaningfulness. Together we are more!

Price for Instrument Lessons

The price includes one semester of instrument lessons, i.e. autumn or spring semester. There are three different lengths for the lessons: 20, 30 or 40 minutes per week. The lower price applies if the student or one of the parents is a member of the Lutheran Parish in Tampere.