Summer 2016 at Academy of Sound
Welcome to summer at Academy of Sound!
Academy of Sound continues to operate inside First Presbyterian Church, at 408 N. Bergamont Blvd. in Oregon. We are currently in negotiations to move into a new, permanent spot nearby.
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Policy changes
We are simplifying our attendance and recital policies. Highlights include:
- Optional recital participation - no more required events! Performing is always highly encouraged.
- Makeup lessons will be handled via group workshops, with no more weekly makeup scheduling, which can be confusing and/or disruptive.
- Read the full WELCOME LETTER (click here) for all 2016-17 policy announcements.
Other office updates
- July 19 & 20, 2016: Paving work in parking lot. Please respect temporary barriers & alternate parking/entry signs.
- NOW: Sign up for 2016-17 lesson times - see http://www.academyofsound.org/enroll for schedule. Early registration & discounted rates valid through August 1, 2016.
- NOW: Summer students may sign up to perform in the August 16th Recital In the Park (6pm, Waterman Triangle Park). Check your e-mail for instructions.
- ONGOING: Shop at smile.amazon.com and select Academy of Sound Foundation as your charity of choice, here: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/47-1571995
- NOW HIRING: We are adding to our team! Visit our Employment page to learn more.
- September 12, 2016: First day of fall lessons
- December 17, 2016, 3:00 PM: Holiday Recital: Oregon Performing Arts Center
- January 8 – 14, 2016: 1st Semester Conference Lessons
- May 13, 2017, 1:00, 2:30 and 4:00 PM: Spring Recitals: Oregon Performing Arts Center
- May 21 – 25 and June 2 – 3, 2017: 2nd Semester Conference Lessons
Our full calendar is here. Feel free to subscribe if you use Google Calendar and/or iCal.
Meet Mary Roberts, our new piano & brass instructor
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Mary Roberts |
Absences

REMEMBER:
Always contact the AOS office (instead of private teachers) with scheduling questions and updates.
E-mail: office@academyofsound.org
Phone: 608-371-9030
Thanks for reading
That's all for this edition. If you'd like to suggest a story, or nominate a Featured Student, write to office@academyofsound.org. Meanwhile, we will see you at your lesson!
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