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Several different learning formats are available
at the Academy. Private lessons are offered for students who wish
intensive study in a particular area. Group classes are also
available, and allow for peer critiques and interaction.
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Private Instruction
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Private lessons are currently available in: |
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Fine Art
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Music |
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Art For The Very Young |
Piano
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Drawing I & II |
Voice |
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Printmaking |
Flute |
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Media Exploration |
Clarinet
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2-D Design/Elements of Art |
Saxophone
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Sculpture |
Recorder |
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Using Color |
Guitar
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Photography |
Bass |
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Art History |
Violin |
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*Intensive study available for |
Viola |
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most individual media as well |
Cello
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Drums |
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Creative Writing
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Percussion |
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The Writing Process |
Trumpet |
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Short Fiction |
Music Theory |
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Long Fiction |
Music Composition |
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Poetry |
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Academic Writing |
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Private Tutoring
Private tutoring with a certified Language Arts teacher is also available
for those students who wish to improve their writing skills, grammatical
structure, and usage. Lessons are scheduled weekly in either half-hour
or one-hour slots. Tutoring rates are $18.00 per half-hour or $32.00
per hour. Please call to schedule a time slot.
Group Instruction
WAFA offers a variety of group instruction opportunities including:
► The Westland Flute Choir -- Performance repertoire is selected
from the Medieval through Classical eras, with the strongest emphasis on
Early Music. In addition to having recorded two CDs, the choir
performs regularly at a number of regional festivals, typically in period
costume. Many pieces in the group's repertoire have been composed by
choir members. For intermediate to advanced players; audition
required.
► String Ensemble -- This string ensemble ranges in levels from
beginner to advanced. There is music for each level, and at the
holidays, the levels are combined for a seasonal recital. Advanced students
learn various string quartets as well as ensemble music composed for small
group participation.
► Tone Chime Choir -- Similar to English Hand Bells, these tone
chimes are aluminum bars with clappers. They are lightweight and easy
to use. We have a two octave set which utilizes 8-10 ringers.
Each ringer is assigned two notes, and they play only when their note occurs
in the score. This is a fun ensemble and a beautiful experience in
which to start sharing music!
► Stomp Juniors! -- Nontraditional percussion in a fun and
creative group setting. Students will enjoy drumming using a variety
of tools and objects.
► Writers Club -- Work together with other writers. Peer
critiques allow you to hone your writing by considering your readers'
interpretation. Collaborate with others to create a collective literary
magazine.
► Also: each season a new set of workshops and short-term courses
currently being offered can be found under the "Events" section of
the website or by clicking on the button located at the top of the page.
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