Fine Arts Academy

Community Learning Programs

The Waynesburg University Fine Arts Academy consists of community-based, non-credit courses and is open to anyone wanting to study comprehensive collegiate music and/or visual art taught by our current Waynesburg University professors.

****Any lessons, classes or gift certificates purchased after Friday, Dec. 13, will not be processed until after the New Year, as the University will be closed for the holiday season. The Director of the Fine Arts Academy will send out gift certificates and class confirmations in January. Thank you and Happy Holidays.

Private Lessons

CUSTOMIZABLE SCHEDULE WITH A ONE-ON-ONE APPROACH TO LEARNING
For All Ages

Private Lessons are scheduled on an ongoing basis. Students now have the option to sign up for 1-10 lessons at a time. Registration for private lessons will ALWAYS be open. Please carefully read the description of the lesson you are interested in. Each type of lesson has a different window of availability and requirements. After you register, your instructor will contact you to schedule your lessons.

Private Brass Lessons

Instructor: Eric Brewer

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Students wishing to study Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, or Tuba can take individual lessons on their instrument over the course of several weeks. Fundamentals such as tone production, music reading, scales, and techniques are addressed at the student’s pace.

Lessons will not take place from mid-December through January. However, you are still welcome to register during this time.

Private Guitar Lessons

Instructor: Scott Elliott

PRIVATE GUITAR LESSONS REQUIRE REMOTE INSTRUCTION
All Levels (beginner to advanced)

Lessons will be tailored to meet the students’ knowledge level. Students will learn proper guitar technique as well as how to learn musical notation and fundamentals of music theory.

Students should have daily access to a guitar in playable condition, and be able to reserve at least 30 minutes each day for preparation of assignments.

Private Percussion Lessons

Instructor: Camilo Jauregui

Learn about drums, keyboards (mallets), marimba, vibraphone and Latin percussion or Symphonic percussion. Children or adults with or without previous knowledge are welcome. Technical resources and information about how to practice and improve your musical skills will also be provided.

Lessons will not take place from mid-December through mid-January. However, you are still welcome to register during this time.

Private Piano Lessons

Instructor: Sora Lee

Description: All Levels (beginner to advanced) Lessons will be tailored to meet the student’s knowledge level.

Lessons will not take place from July through August. However, you are still welcome to register during this time.

This lesson requires an additional $50 supply fee upon first-time registration. If you need extra materials for your lessons, your instructor will notify you and a payment link will be sent to you.

Private Visual Arts Lessons

Instructor: Emily Wiedner

This is individual instruction in a specific area of the Visual Arts. Students will be introduced to basic techniques and apply them to a series of works. No experience is required. For all ages.

Lessons will take place on Mondays or Wednesdays. Other availability may be possible.

Lessons will not take place from mid-December through January. However, you are still welcome to register during this time.

Private Vocal Lessons

Instructor: Melanie Catana

This course is offered to beginner and intermediate vocal students. Students will learn and refine the basics of vocal technique and production as they explore various types of vocal repertoire chosen to complement their individual vocal range and level of musical proficiency. Students will be coached by the instructor on pitch accuracy, rhythmic accuracy, diction, musicality, projection and dramatic delivery.

Each student will be expected to learn 2-3 songs during the semester. There will be a requirement of one Italian Art Song, one song in English and one song of student choice agreed upon with the instructor. Lessons will be a combination of technical vocal exercises and the application of vocal techniques acquired in select repertoire. For all ages.

Lessons will take place on Mondays or Wednesdays.

Lessons will not take place in August. However, you are still welcome to register during this time.

Private Woodwind Lessons

Instructor: Jeremy Olisar

These private lessons will focus on instrumental development for beginner, intermediate and advanced woodwind players on flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, bassoon or bagpipes. Students will work on developing and mastering tone production, articulation, technique, musicality, theory, sight reading and improvisation through the use of a variety of scales, exercises, etudes, solo music and duets. For less experienced students, basic embouchure and technique development, note and rhythm reading, and performance accuracy will also be focused on. There may also be an optional opportunity for more advanced students to perform for a chamber works concert or end-of-semester recital. Students will need to have their own instrument* in good playing condition, as well as any necessary accessories (reeds, neck strap, etc.).

*For bagpipe lessons, starting instruments and equipment are available to borrow.

Group Classes

Bagpipes Beginner's Clinic

Instructor: Jeremy Olisar

This is a Beginner's Clinic for anyone interested in Bagpipes! No previous experience is needed, and instruments (practice chanters) and materials will be provided for students who don't have their own. Students will learn the basics of tone production, music reading and notation, and instrument technique through the use of a variety of exercises and traditional bagpipes tunes.

Ages: 12 and Up!
Price: $25 per workshop

September 25, 6-8 p.m.
October 23, 6-8 p.m.
November 20, 6-8 p.m.

Register for all three workshops now to pay the discounted price of $60!

Brass Beginner's Clinic

Instructor: Eric Brewer

This is a Beginner's Clinic for anyone interested in Brass. No previous experience is needed. Students who are new to brass instruments will learn the basics of tone production, music notation, and instrument technique. Anyone looking for instruction beyond their regular band class should take this group of workshops

Ages: 12 and Up!
Price: $25 per workshop

September 19, 6-8 p.m.
October 17, 6-8 p.m.
November 21, 6-8 p.m.

Register for all three workshops now to pay the discounted price of $60!

Percussion Beginner's Clinic

Instructor: Camilo Jauregui

This is a Beginner's Clinic for anyone interested in percussion. No previous experience is needed.

Ages: 12 and Up!
Price: $25 per workshop

Students will learn:

Basic technique for percussion instruments.
Basic technique for drum set and hand drums (Conga, Bongo).
A brief history of percussion and the importance of rhythm.
A brief introduction to Latin music and rhythms.

This clinic is composed of three separate workshops:

September 24, 4-6 p.m.
October 29, 4-6 p.m.
November 19, 4-6 p.m.

Register for all three workshops now to pay the discounted price of $60!

Woodwinds Beginnner's Clinic

Instructor: Jeremy Olisar

This is a Beginner's Clinic for anyone interested in Woodwinds (flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon)! No previous experience is needed, though students will need to provide their own instrument (in good working order) and accessories (reeds, neckstrap, etc.). Students will learn the basics of tone production, music reading and notation, and instrument technique through the use of a variety of scales, exercises, etudes, solo music, and duets. Opportunities will also be provided to go over music and exercises students are working on with their school band class.

Ages: 12 and Up!
Price: $25 per workshop

September 27, 4-6 p.m.
October 25, 4-6 p.m.
November 22, 4-6 p.m.

Register for all three workshops now to pay the discounted price of $60!

Free Programs

Join University programs free of charge! These groups meet according to the University semester schedule.

James D. Randolph Kiltie Band

Instructor: Jeremy Olisar

Description: Traditional Bagpipes, Drums, and Kilt wearin'!
Ages: Any and all!
Days/Times: Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7:40 p.m.
6 -7 p.m. - Intermediate/Advanced Bagpipers and All Drummers
7 - 7:40 p.m. - Beginning Players

The James D. Randolph Kiltie Band, established in the Spring of 2013 and named in the late "Fuzzy's" honor, strives to keep Scottish pipe and drum music alive on campus and in the community. These group lessons and rehearsals are for beginner through advanced bagpipers and drummers with membership being open to Waynesburg University students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as community members. No prior music experience is required, though private lessons may be recommended for new players before participating in full-group rehearsals and performances. Starting instruments, equipment and music are available to borrow. We look forward to having you join us!

This class will follow the University's fall semester schedule.

Jazz Ensemble

Instructor: Jeremy Olisar

Ages: High School and Adult
Days/Times: Tuesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7:40 p.m.

This class focuses on group rehearsal and performance development through the musical genre of jazz for intermediate and advanced saxophone, trumpet, trombone and rhythm section players*. Students will work on developing an enhanced proficiency in music reading, tone production, articulation, musicality and individual technique; an enhanced proficiency in ensemble techniques, such as entrances, releases, group articulations and dynamics, balance and blend, and musicality and phrasing; knowledge of different jazz styles and the means to express themselves artistically through a variety of standard, quality repertoire for Jazz Ensemble; and the ability to create and perform improvisatory solos.

Students are expected to attend and come prepared to all rehearsals, as well as perform during the end-of-semester concert (Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 7:30 p.m.). Students will need to have their own instrument in good playing condition, as well as any necessary accessories (reeds, neck strap, mutes, drumsticks, etc.). An ensemble folder, music and pencil will be provided and need to be brought weekly to rehearsals. We look forward to having you join us!

*Students learning a new instrument or at the beginning level should sign up for individual lessons first. As spots are given priority to current Waynesburg University students, FAA students may be contacted if a spot they are interested in is already filled to see if they are interested in covering another spot.

*This class will follow the University's fall semester schedule

Lamplighters Concert Choir

Instructor: Melanie Catana

Ages: 15-19
Days/Times: Every Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 4 - 5:15 p.m. during the Fall Semester*

This course is available to any student or Waynesburg Community member committed to the rehearsal and performance of choral music at Waynesburg University. No previous choral experience is required. It is strongly recommended that you are evaluated by the director for pitch-matching skills before you join. Members of the Lamplighters Concert Choir will learn and explore various types of choral repertoire as they prepare for annual University concerts, chapels and various events. Lamplighters Concert Choir Members are committed to using their performances for the enhancement of the University and the surrounding communities. The Lamplighters will continue a tradition of excellence in singing and performing with a strong focus on connecting their music with faith in God.

The general instructional approach will be a combination of vocal warm-ups, sight-reading, part reading, sectionals, analyzing texts and musical form in choral pieces, and perfecting the execution of songs for performances

*This class will follow the University's Fall Semester Schedule

Gift Certificates

Give the gift of education and creativity with a Fine Arts Academy Gift Certificate! Help someone special to take lessons and classes in music or visual arts. Gift Certificates through the FAA can be used to pay for any private lessons or group classes offered throughout the year. All Gift Certificates are good for 12 months after purchase.

Obtaining your Gift Certificate:

After registration and payment have been verified by the Waynesburg University Fine Arts Academy, the FAA Director, Emily Wiedner, will send your gift certificate and instructions on how to use it to your email.

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All Gift Certificate Sales are final. ****Any Gift Certificates purchased after Friday, Dec. 13, will not be processed until after the New Year, as the University will be closed for the holiday season. The Director of the Fine Arts Academy will send out Gift Certificates purchased after this date in January. Thank you and Happy Holidays.

Registration & payment must be completed before a student may attend.
Private lesson schedules to be arranged between the students and instructors.
Refunds are not granted after the 3rd week of class.
Special requests should be made in writing to the Fine Arts Department Chair.
For more information email the Fine Arts Academy Director, Emily Wiedner.

Waynesburg University Fine Arts Academy Cancellation Policy

Students need to notify instructors at least 2-hours prior to a lesson if they cannot attend. If instructors receive at least a 2-hour notice the lesson will be rescheduled. If a student does not give enough notice or does not show up for the lesson the instructor reserves the right to not reschedule. Emergencies or sudden illnesses are an exception.

Instructors will also follow these procedures if they need to cancel. If the instructor cancels a lesson it will be rescheduled.

***Please note that Fine Arts Academy Group Classes must be conducted on the scheduled dates. Students cannot reschedule or make up these classes. Refunds will only be given if you cancel 3 weeks before the class start date.

If you wish to withdrawal from your Fine Arts Academy Private Lessons, you must do so before your 3rd lesson in order to get a refund. You will not be refunded for any classes that took place prior to your withdrawal.