New Year and Policy Changes

Hello all,

I hope this finds you well and surviving the busy days that the holidays bring.  First lets start with a reminder that Group Classes will be held next week.  The schedule is as follows.

December Studio Classes

Littles - December 14th 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Elementary Group (ages 7-12) - December 14th  4:30-6:00 p.m.

Junior High Group -December 15th  3:00-5:00 p.m.

High Schoolers will be having a rehearsal on Dec. 19th from 9:00-10:00 a.m.  at my home, and then will perform for the Lindon Senior Center's Lunch on Monday December 21st, from 11:30-1:00.  Originally we had planned to play at the Food and Care Coalition for some homeless families but I was informed that they were double booked so we will have to try again next year.  Please let me know if your high schooler can make it to this wonderful service opportunity. 

There will be no lessons over Christmas Break.  We will resume regular lessons on January 4th.

Policy Changes

As we approach the new year there will be a few changes to how my studio is run.  Instead of a pay by the lesson scenario, which I have done since I started teaching 15 years ago, I will now be doing tuition pricing.  

Tuition rates are $100 a month even on months with 5 lessons.  The exception to this rule will be the months that hold spring break, and Christmas.  Those will be determined based on how many lessons will be held.  

If your child cannot make it to their regular lesson, I can now offer make up times on Thursday at 6:15, Friday from 4:00-6:00 p.m. or Saturday from 9:00- 11:30 a.m.  After March I will also be able to add more times on Thursdays.  If your child cannot make any of these times, you will still be charged for the missed lesson.

If for any reason I need to cancel, you will be credited $25 per lesson for the following month.  

If any of you have any issues with the above policies, please feel free to contact me.  I would be happy to discuss the changes and any concerns you may have.  These policies will begin in January 2016.  

I wish you all the best during this busy Holiday season.  


Cheers!

Good News and Recital Dates

Hello All,

Just wanted to update you all on the list for recital dates.  If I haven't heard from you then I assigned you a date.  If there is a problem or I assigned the wrong date please let me know.   Also, please check spelling.

Nov. 2nd

Grace Thornton
Madeline Child
Cecily Hughes
Kaylie Crabb
Sam Olsen
Katie Olsen
Hannah Pew
Sam Pew
Kimball Pew
Ashley Lloyd
Cuzco Quinn
Cydney Quinn
Cayman Quinn
Aiden Cluff
Rachel Cluff


Nov. 5th

Rachel Clement
Hannah Clement
Savannah Pyne
Josie Hassel
Sam Hassel
Emma Bouwhuis
Cortney Bouwhuis
Oakley Jones
Meg Sheffield
Summer Hiatt
Marli Sharp
Amanda Vanderwall
Olivia Woodward
Molly Burton



Nov. 9th

Catherine Hein
Camilla Hein
Ella Jones
Keeley Doyle
Madeline Jensen
Jonathan Jensen
Macyn Christenson
Lucy Enger
Grace Enger
Hayden Weenig
Ember Jensen
Taya Jensen
Anne Olsen
Olivia Gurney
Riley Nielson
Halle Patten
Blake Fox
Katelyn Fox

The last little bit of news I have for you is that I am pregnant.  We are very excited but I have definitely been feeling pretty awful so if you see me nibbling on crackers or you get last minute cancelations, you will know why.  Thanks for your patience and please let me know of any questions you may have.

Recital Dates and Studio Classes for Fall/Winter 2015

Hello all,

I hope you are all doing well and settling into the busy routine of school.  I have a few dates for you to mark on your calendars for upcoming events.

Studio Recital Dates

There are three recital dates below.  Please look at your schedule and let me know what night would work best for your schedule.  If you are flexible and have more than one date that would work, please let me know.  There will be a $15 recital fee per child due with November's tuition.

November 2nd, at 6:30 p.m.

November 5th, at 6:30 p.m.

November 9th, at 6:30 p.m.


Studio Classes

Studio Classes are a great way to practice performing in front of our peers as well as learning new music theory and music history skills.  I know it can be tricky when I change schedules, but please try to make these group times work.  Studio Classes take the place of regular lessons that week.

October Studio Classes

Littles (ages 3-6) - October 5th 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Elementary Group (ages 7-12) - October 5th 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Junior High Group - October 6th 3:00-5:00 p.m.

High School Group - October 6th 5:00-6:30 p.m.


December Studio Classes

Littles - December 14th 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Elementary Group (ages 7-12) - December 14th  4:30-6:00 p.m.

Junior High Group -December 15th  3:00-5:00 p.m.

High School Group - Instead of having a group class in December for my high schoolers, we will be playing Christmas songs for the Osmond Senior Living Rest Home in Lindon.  Date and time is still to be determined.  Christmas is such a great time to share our talents!

Fiddle Recital Program

Hello All,

Generally I am very prone to making mistakes on our programs so I'm giving you all sneak peak.  Please take a look at spellings and order and make sure this works for everyone.  I know this looks like a lot of numbers, but many of them are short so it should last about an hour.  Let me know of any mistakes! Thanks!

Studio Fiddle Recital

August 21, 2015

Bile Them Cabbage Down………………………………………………………Everyone!

Mary Had a Little Lamb/Camptown Races…………..Amanda Vanderwall, Taya Jensen, Sam Hassle

Old Mcdonald……………………………...……..Amanda Vanderwall, Ember Jensen, Cuzco Quinn

Wake Up Susie Reel……………………..Blake Fox, Grace Thornton, Ella Jones, Cortney Bouwhuis

Cripple Creek………………………………………………Emma Bouwhuis & Cortney Bouwhuis

Yellow Rose of Texas……………………………………………………………Jonathan Jensen

Little Brown Jug………………………………………………………………………Kate Gundersen

Old Joe Clark……………………………………………………………………………..Riley Nielson

Skip to my Lou………………………………………….......……………..Lucy Enger & Grace Enger

Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf……..............……….Olivia Gurney, Cecily Hughes, Katie Olsen

Polly Wolly Doodle/Oh Dem Golden Slippers……......................…..…Kaylie Crabb & Halle Patten

Lonesome John…………………………………………………….Meg Sheffield & Summer Hiatt

Orange Blossom Special………………………Macyn Christensen, Cayman Quinn, Rachel Clement

Irish Washerwoman……………………….......…………………………………………Kimball Pew

Kiss Me Waltz……………………………………………………………………………Marli Sharp

Soldier’s Joy…………………………………………………………..Olivia Woodward & Sam Pew

Arkansas Traveller………………………………………………Camilla Hein & Emily Gundersen

Fjkdlajfklafjakl………………………………………………………………………….Cydney Quinn

Millionaire’s Hoedown…………………………………………………Ashley Lloyd & Anne Olsen

Lover’s Waltz………………………………………………………..Savannah Pyne & Keeley Doyle

 Guitar: Diane Andrus

How to Train Your Dragon………………………..Hannah Clement, Sam Olsen, Madeline Jensen, Catherine Hein,  Morgan Finch, Savannah Pyne, Hayden Weenig, Jessica Eddy, Keeley Doyle

Vocals: Shara Gundersen

Devil Went Down to Georgia…………………………………………..Hannah Clement, Sam Olsen, Morgan Finch, Savannah Pyne, Jessica Eddy, Hayden Weenig, and Keeley Doyle

Vocals: Don Harvie

Piano: Susan Olsen

Drums: Diane Andrus

Fiddle Recital 2015

Hello All!

We are getting closer to not only the Fiddle Recital, but to our Fall schedule as well.  Just a reminder, the Fiddle Recital will be on August 21st at 6:30 p.m.  at Lindon Park.  Please be there by 6:15 so that I can get everyone tuned and we can start on time.  Dress is casual with cowboy hats, boots, and enormous belt buckles encouraged! Feel free to bring camping chairs or blankets if you wish to sit on the lawn as there will not be enough room for everyone under the pavilion.  Don't forget to include the recital fee of $15  in this month's tuition.

There will be a group rehearsal for Bile Them Cabbage Down this Saturday, August 15th at 10:00 a.m. at my church located at 381 S 300 E American Fork, 84003 (just two blocks east of my home).  All students participating in the Fiddle Recital are playing this number so I hope to see you there.

There will be group rehearsal for all of those playing How to Train Your Dragon and Devil Went Down to Georgia on Thursday, August 20th at 186 N 980 E Lindon, 84042. Rehearsal Starts at 6:00 p.m.  

If you are interested in either the children's orchestra or youth orchestra that was mentioned in a previous post, please feel free to head over to our website  here and register.

One last reminder that Fall Schedule will begin next week even though school does not start until Wednesday.  Thank you so much for letting me teach your wonderful kiddos and good luck with the beginning of this school year!

Fall Schedule and Youth Orchestra Information

Hello All,

As we wrap up the summer season I just thought that I would bring you some information.  Here is the Fall Schedule that I have.  If I have missed anyone, or made a mistake, please let me know.

Fall 2015 Schedule

Monday

1:30-Macyn Christensen
2:00-Micaela Sandberg
2:30-Jess Eddy
3:00-Lucy Enger
3:30-Tiffany Enger
4:00-Cuzco Quinn
4:30-Cydney Quinn
5:15-Cayman Quinn
6:00-Ella Jones
6:30-Hayden Weenig

Tuesday

10:00- Oakley Jones

2:00-Madelyn Child
2:30-Meg Sheffield
3:00-Kaylie Crabb
3:30-Savannah Pyne
4:00-Sam Hassle
4:30-Josie Hassle
5:00-Taya Jensen
5:30-Ember Jensen
6:00-Grace Thornton
6:30-Summer Hiatt


Wednesday

2:30-Amanda Vanderwall
3:00-Madeline Jensen
3:30-Keeley Doyle
4:00-Olivia Gurney
4:30-Anne Olsen
5:00-Hannah Clement
5:30-Rachel Clement
6:00-Sam Pew
6:30-Kimball Pew
7:00-Marli Sharp

Thursday
1:30-Bouwhuis
2:00-bouwhuis

6:15-Cecily Hughes
6:45-Olivia Woodward


Friday
3:00-Camilla Hein
3:30-Catherine Hein
4:00-Jonathan Jensen
4:30-Riley Nielson
5:00-Ashley Lloyd

Saturday

8:00-Hannah Pew
8:30-Molly Burton
9:00-Katie Olsen
9:30-SamOlsen
10:00-Blake Fox
10:30-Katelyn Fox
11:00-Morgan Finch


I had mentioned that the organization that I have been working with has decided to start a youth orchestra as well as continuing our children's orchestra.  Orchestra is such a wonderful place to learn new things and provide motivation.  Take a look at this flyer for more information.  I'd love to see many of you there!

Fall Schedule and Whatnot

Hello All!

I can hardly believe we are a month out from school starting!  I will be taking fall times starting tomorrow morning via email, text, or phone call.  This Fall Schedule will begin August 17th. As always, it is first come, first served so good luck! Here are the fall times I have available.

Fall 2015 Schedule

Monday

1:30-
2:00-
2:30-
3:00-
3:30-
4:00-
4:30
5:00-
5:30
6:00
6:39

Tuesday
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00-
4:30-
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00

Wednesday
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00

Thursday
1:30
2:00


6:15
6:45


Friday
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30

Saturday
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
10:00

You may have noticed that Thursday's schedule is a little funny. That is because my children's orchestra TACO (The Awesome Children's Orchestra) is switching from Fridays to Thursdays.  We are also starting Lindon Chamber Orchestra this fall which is a youth orchestra with Junior High and early High School aged musicians.  I'd love to see some of you there! We will have tuition pricing and exact times soon.

On another note, I originally told you I would not be teaching the first week of August due to a string camp but that string camp has been canceled so I will now be teaching the entire week.

Lastly, this week is the last week in the old house so make sure to remember to come to 247 S 100 E in American Fork starting next Monday. Hope you are all enjoying your summer!

Cheers!

Jessica Gurney

Summer Schedule and Whatnot

Hello All!

I think I finally have our summer schedule settled for 2015 but I'd like you all to look it over to make sure it is correct.

Monday
8:00-Keeley Doyle
8:45-Cortney Bouwhuis
9:15-Emma Bouwhuis
9:45-Morgan Finch
10:15-Ella Jones
10:45-Katelyn Fox
11:15-Blake Fox
11:45-Olivia Woodward
12:15-Grace Enger
12:45-Lucy Enger


Tuesday
7:45-Ashley Lloyd
8:30-Hayden Weenig
9:00-Cecily Hughes
9:30-Grace Thornton
10:00-Madeline Jensen
10:30-Jonathan Jensen
11:00-Oakley Jones
11:30-Kaylie Crabb
12:00-Anne Olsen
12:30-Olivia Gurney
1:00-Halle Patten

Wednesday

1:45-Katie Olsen
2:15-Sam Olsen
3:00-Riley Nielson
3:30-Rylee Merrill
4:15-Hannah Clement
5:00-Rachel Clement
5:30-Sam Buss
6:00-Sarah Buss
6:30-Jill Buss

Thursday
2:00-Cuzco
2:30-Cayman
3:15-Cydney
4:00-Sam Pew
4:30-Kimball Pew
5:00-Catherine Hein
5:30-Camilla Hein
6:00-Micaela Sandberg
6:30-Macyn Christensen

Friday

8:45-Sam Hassle
9:15-Ember Jensen
9:45-Taya Jensen

1:30-Marli Sharp
2:00-Meg Sheffield
2:30-Summer Hiatt
3:00-Emmy Morgan
3:30-Jess Eddy
4:00-Savanah Pyne
4:30-Kate Gundersen
5:00- Emily Gundersen
5:30- Lauren Gundersen

If you do not see your child's name on this list please contact me.  I would also appreciate an email with all the dates you know you will be missing for the summer.  Here are the dates I will NOT be teaching this summer.

JUNE 24th
JULY 24th
AUGUST 3
AUGUST 4
AUGUST 7

Please mark these on your calendars. 

Summer fiddle recital was originally planned for August 14th but it looks like it is a bad weekend so we will be holding it on Friday, AUGUST 21st at 6:00 p.m.  This date is a little unusual as that will be the first week of school but I'm hoping more will be able to attend. It will be held at Lindon Park and the dress is casual or cowboy or cowgirl attire!There will be $15 recital fee.

The Listening Challenge is still going on.  I've had one student already do her 100 times listening and she earned a 2 liter bottle of ginger ale! I'd love to see more finishing up on their listening. For this summer, I will be issuing a new challenge. Summer is a great time to be listening on long car rides or plan adventures to new places.  It will involve a points system.

For Elementary Aged Kids : 
If you listen to a symphony in its entirety, then you will earn 5 points.  
If you listen to a string quartet in its entirety, then you will earn 5 points.
IF you listen to a violin or viola concerto in its entirety, then you will earn 5 points.
If you create a piece of art while listening then you will earn 5 points.
If you create a story while listening then you will earn 5 points.
If you watch Fantasia or Fantasia 2000 then you will earn 5 points each.
Going to an art museum will earn you 10 points.
If you go to live symphony concert then you will earn 10 points.
If you perform for 5 different people this summer then you will earn 5 points.

Rewards:
5 points = one thing from the treat box
10 points= one thing from the toy box
20 points = 2 liter bottle of soday, King size candy bar, or larger toy.

For Junior High and High Schoolers:

If you listen to a symphony, or orchestral work in its entirety, then you will earn 5 points.  
If you listen to a string quartet in its entirety, then you will earn 5 points.
IF you listen to a violin or viola concerto in its entirety, then you will earn 5 points.
If you create a piece of art while listening then you will earn 5 points.
If you create a story while listening then you will earn 5 points.
Going to an art museum will earn you 10 points.
If you go to live symphony concert then you will earn 10 points.
If you perform for 5 different people this summer then you will earn 10 points.

Rewards:
5 points= Small treat
10 points= $1
20 points = $5 or gift card to cold stone or itunes.

I know this might seem silly, especially for my wonderful older students, but listening to great works of art can inspire us in so many ways! Get out there and enjoy some music and art.  Here are some suggestions of things to listen to if you need some help getting started. Good Luck!

Haydn, Surprise Symphony
Vivaldi, The Seasons
Mozart, Symphony No. 40
Dvorak Symphony No. 9
Beethoven Symphony No. 6 (this one is on Fantasia)
Beethoven, Symphony No. 9
Holst, The Planets
Gershwin, Rhapsody in Blue (this one is on Fantasia 2000)
Mussorgsky, Pictures at an Exhibition
Ravel, Pavane for a Dead Princess
Tchaikovsky, Serenade for Strings
Stravinsky, The Firebird (this one is on Fantasio 2000)
Tchaikovsky, Violin Concerto
Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E minor
Saint-Saens Violin Concerto No. 3
Telemann, Viola Concerto in G Major
Bartok, Viola Concerto
Haydn, The Lark String Quartet
Shostikovich, String Quartet No. 8
Ravel, String Quartet

Summer Schedule Update

Hello All!

I heard from many of you for summer schedule but there are still quite a few of you who do not have summer times.  Here is an updated list of what I have so far. Let me know what works for you all.  Thanks!

Summer Schedule

Monday

8:00-Keeley Doyle
8:45-Cortney Bouwhuis
9:15-Emma Bouwhuis
9:45-Morgan Finch
10:15-Ella Jones
10:45-Katelyn Fox
11:15-Blake Fox
11:45-Olivia Woodward
12:15-
12:45-


Tuesday

7:45-Ashley Lloyd
8:30-Hayden Weenig
9:00-Cecily Hughes
9:30-Grace Thornton
10:00-Madeline Jensen
10:30-Jonathan Jensen
11:00-Oakley Jones
11:30-Kaylie Crabb
12:00-Anne Olsen
12:30

Wednesday

2:00-Katie Olsen
2:30-Sam Olsen
3:00-Riley Nielson
3:30-
4:15-Hannah Clement
5:00-Rachel Clement
5:30-Sam Buss
6:00-Sarah Buss
6:30-Jill Buss

Thursday

2:00-Cuzco Quinn
2:30-Cayman Quinn
3:15-Cydney Quinn
4:00-Sam Pew
4:30-Kimball Pew
5:00-
5:30-
6:00-
6:30-

Friday
2:00-
2:30-
3:00-
3:30-
4:00-
4:30-
5:00-
5:30-
6:00-
6:30-