A letter from Valley Catholic Music School Director Beckie Hocker
Dear Music School Families,
I would like to thank all of our instructors and music school families for the support and dedication they provide all of our students who are taking private lessons at Valley Catholic Music School. As we know, we have such a special gem on campus. We provide anyone, whether they are a Valley Catholic student or resident of our surrounding community, the chance to learn and grow with the instrument(s) they have chosen. As I reflect back on this year, I think about all of the performing opportunities our students have had – Canfield Assisted Living Center, Washington Square Mall, Fall/Winter/Spring Recitals, Young Artist Recital, Competitions, Senior Recitals and more. We will continue to grow our efforts to perform, not only on campus but in our community, giving our young musicians the experience to share the joy and gift of their music.
Young Artist Recital was a complete success! We celebrated the music from students who were selected by each instructor on Sunday, May 19 in the Kelly Auditorium. The selection process is based on a student‘s growth, dedication and commitment to their instrument. We take great thought into this selection, in order to showcase a variety of musical ability each year. We thank those who attended and will look forward to next year!
Summer Music Lessons: We are nearing the end of Term 2, ending on Friday, June 14. Summer lessons will begin Monday, June 17. Online registration will be required for summer private lessons which opened on June 5. A minimum of four lessons will be required at the time of registration. Students will have 11 weeks (June 17 to Aug. 30) to fulfill the four lessons’ requirement. You may work with your instructor to choose convenient days and times that work for both parties. Students may have more than 4 lessons within the summer term. Lessons over the minimum of four will be billed on Sept. 1. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate less than four lessons within the term. Pre-payment is required at the time of registration. No installment plan will be available for summer lessons and no additional registration fee will be charged.
Summer Music Camp: Deadline to register is Friday, June 14
June 26-30, Grades K-5: No musical experience is required! **Please insert the front and back of our postcard.
Ayush Wynkoop Senior Recital: Ayush’s musical gift and the culmination of his seven-year growth and talent were shared with those who attended on Saturday, June 1. The event was a resounding success! Ayush demonstrated a wide variety of music, a collaboration with his musical friends and he also eloquently spoke with his audience. Ayush is planning to attend Portland State University, majoring in Flute Performance! We wish him the best of success and he enters this new chapter. Congratulations Ayush!
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