Academy

THOMASVILLE ROAD ACADEMY OF THE ARTS

The Thomasville Road Academy of the Arts was established in the fall of 1993. Our purpose continues to be to provide a place to develop the talents God has given us in a setting that reflects His love. Our goal is to provide teachers who will motivate and help each student learn at his or her point of need. Our desire is to make each student feel that he or she is special.

For more information about the Academy, contact Linda Meyer.

Individual lessons are available in all musical/instrumental areas for 30 minutes each week.
Piano	Lessons include instruction in theory, technique, and performance.
Guitar	Lessons will train in strumming and fingering chords to use in accompanying basic songs. Basic guitar techniques and maintenance are included.
Violin	Lessons utilize the Suzuki Method of instruction. Participants will gain knowledge in basic violin playing and instrument maintenance.
Woodwinds and Brass	Lessons cover technique, rhythm, theory, and instrument maintenance. This is a great opportunity if you're planning to start or continue in school band.
Percussion	Lessons will teach technique, rhythm, theory, care, and proper use of percussion equipment.
Voice	Lessons include instruction in theory, technique, and performance.

Group instruction is provided for the following:
Violin	Weekly group lessons coupled with private lessons, emphasizing performance skills, music theory, vocabulary, and cooperation; available to all ages and skill levels
Art	Ages 8 and up. Beginning & intermediate. Lessons cover drawing, pencil, and charcoal.
Guitar	Group lessons for youth/adults ages high school and up. (Not associated with private guitar lessons)
Drama	Children ages 9-12 or youth/adults ages 13 and up. Lessons will teach basic drama skill, projection, staging, vocabulary, and more.
Martial Arts (Aikido)	Children ages 9-12 or youth/adults ages 13 & up
Sign Language	Beginning signing skills using American Sign Language (ASL) are taught in the class. Participants learn the basics for communicating with the hearing impaired. This class meets for 90 minutes each week.

Registration: Although the Academy of the Arts is a ministry of Thomasville Road Baptist Church, it is financially independent and self-supporting. No church monies are used to support the Academy. The Academy, including all teachers, is supported entirely by student tuition. Students and/or parents should complete a registration form and either mail it or drop it off at the Academy office (hours Monday through Thursday, 1:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) or the church office (hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). The registration fee is non-refundable (unless we are unable to provide the class for which you have registered). New students may register at any time during the year as spaces become available. There is an annual registration fee of $25.00 per person, with a maximum of $35.00 per family. ** We are requesting a commitment for the entire semester when you join the academy.

Tuition & Billing: Tuition information can be obtained by leaving your name and phone number with the Academy office at (850) 422-7795, ext. 210 or 216. (Messages are checked daily.) Discounts are available.
* Tuition is due the first lesson of each month.

Withdrawal: A written notice is required from each student one month prior to withdrawing from the Academy, including temporary withdrawals. Please note: Following withdrawal, your time slot may be assigned to a new student and registration fees are non-refundable. Remember your tuition is the teacher's salary.

Attendance and Make-ups: The Academy requests a 24-hour advance notice when canceling a lesson. Please contact the Academy office or the church office or make arrangements with the teacher. Make-up lessons will be offered in the case of an illness or an extreme emergency. Any other reason must be discussed with the private instructor in advance. No discounts are given due to missed lessons.

Student and Parent Responsibility: Due to the Academy's consecutive scheduling of students, lessons cannot be extended to make up for a late arrival; therefore, please be prompt. Students are to come prepared for their lessons, bringing with them any literature and supplies they may need.