Music Theory

Beginning Music Theory, taught by Sarah Crisp

Open to all ages
This class is for students that have never taken a music theory class, or students who have limited theory knowledge. This class is not for students who have taken a music theory course at their high school.
classes meet on Sundays from 5:30-7:00pm
class meets at TBA still finalizing
Class schedule: TBA still finalizing
Cost: $320 (half payment due 1 week after registering)
Online Registration TBA

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START UP!

Tri-State Ensembles is pleased to introduce the newest program for beginning musicians called START UP! The program will offer group lessons for beginning musicians.

Concert Information

2026 Concert:

Check out or brand new season of Tri-State Ensembles starting in January 2026! Audition registration is open October 1, 2025.

Concert: April 26 4:30 Beechwood HS Auditorium

What professionals are saying about us . . . .

"I have worked with the Tri-State Ensembles jazz band on several occasions and enjoyed it much. The students play well and are clearly interested in knowing more about the music."
-Philip DeGreg - Professor of Jazz Piano, CCM

"Tri-State Ensembles is a fantastic opportunity for young musicians in the Tri-State area. One can do just so much in the practice room. This ensemble training provides a vital piece of each player's development."
-Philip Collins - Retired Principal Trumpet, CSO

Tri-State Trumpet Ensemble

Ohio ITG 2013

Tri-State Clarinet Choir

Rehearsal before a concert

Trumpets with Jim Olcott

Masterclass with Jim Olcott

Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

Rehearsal with Dominic Marino

People loved their experience. . . .

"My son had a blast being a part of this experience. He loved being challenged to play more advanced music, and he has grown tremendously as a musician as a result of being a member of this group. Hope to see you again next year at audition time."
-Susan Geohegan - Lakota West Parent

"I wanted to take a moment to thank you for the opportunity you awarded me as a member of Tri-State Trumpet Ensemble. I have thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and haveparticularly been enthusiastic regarding the masterclasses. I look forward to each rehearsal."
-Tommy Jung - Lakota Student

Tri-State Ensembles - Student Musicians Becoming Professionals

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