A letter from Valley Catholic Music School Director Beckie Hocker
Dear Music School Families,
The Music School would like to thank all of our families who have supported us this past year. We appreciate and value all of our students and enjoy seeing them on a weekly basis for their music lessons. We know it takes dedication and support on your part to help them practice, learn and grow in their musical journey. We wish you a safe and restful summer and look forward to seeing you either during summer or back in the fall.
Summer Music Camp, June 22-26 – Registration is open! Space is limited – reserve your spot now!
Our camp is designed for students in Grades K–5, with no prior musical experience required. Camp includes rotational segments in piano, recorder, violin, voice, and ukulele. Students learn music fundamentals such as rhythm, note reading, terminology, movement, and ear training — all while having fun with friends who enjoy music. Our teachers are positive, encouraging, and supportive, helping each student learn individually and in a group setting. Summer Music Camp is open to all elementary children and is held during the last week of June.
Young Artist Recital
Sunday, May 17
What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon! The annual Young Artist Recital was a lovely event. All of the student-performers did an outstanding job and we appreciate their efforts in preparing for this recital. We also appreciate each and every one of our instructors. Many thanks to their dedication in teaching these young people the joy of music! Visit our flickr album to see photos of this wonderful event.
Summer Music Lessons
Registration opened on June 1 for summer lessons. Lessons run Monday, June 15 through Aug. 31.
A minimum of six prepaid lessons will be required at the time of registration. These lessons can be coordinated directly with your instructor and can be used any time between June 15 – Aug. 31. Any lessons over six will be charged the first week of September.
Instructor of the Month
Junko Gilliland, Piano
Junko Gilliland has been living in the United States for 13 years. She began studying piano at the age of 2 years old and trained to become a classical concert pianist. At the age of 18, Junko decided to study as a music therapist in the U.S. Junko has a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from Marylhurst University with a focus in piano studies. She has been teaching piano lessons to students of all ages and abilities for the past 10 years.
If you are interested in registering lessons any time during the school year, please contact the music department first to assure there is space and an agreed upon schedule prior to registering.
To learn more about VC Music School, visit ssmo.org/vcs/schools/music or follow us on Facebook and Instagram or email me directly.
Beckie Hocker, Director of VC Music School
