january 2015 newsletter | harris academy of the arts
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2935 Pine Lake Road, Lincoln, NE 402.423.7121 harrisacademyofthearts.com
We think Heera is a wonderful, caring instructor! She is genuinely interested in Elizeh's progress. I appreciate her encouragement having Elizeh strive to improve week after week. It has been very rewarding to see how far Elizeh has advance in just a few years. Our daughter loves music but it takes a great teacher to bring out her natural t a l en t . T ha nk y o u , H ee r a ! ! ~Katherine Tarkian
TESTIMONIAL
inspiring creativity through the arts
HAA Newsletter
January 2015
Instructor Spotlight: Heera Jang
Earn $20 For every new student you refer to Harris!
Here’s how it works:
Refer a friend to Harris Academy of the Arts.
Be sure to tell them to include your name as a referral on their registration form!
After your friend completes their 3 month commitment, you’ll receive a $20 credit toward lessons and classes.
REFERRAL PROGRAM
Heera Jang has been teaching piano lessons at Harris Academy of the Arts for more than 4 years, but she has been teaching since 1989. She grew up in Seoul, South Korea with a family that loved music. At five years old, she began piano lessons and, as she says, “it came naturally to learn to play the piano.”
Now, Heera teaches beginning to advanced students of every age, some as young as 4 years up to adults. On top of that, you should hear Heera play! She’s truly a master of the piano, both in performance and instruction. We’re lucky to have her at Harris—a modest, caring gem developing each student’s unique skills back in Studio 6.
Read the full feature on our website: harrisacademyofthearts.com/about-us/instructor-spotlight
Help us welcome these new
musicians to Harris!
NEW STUDENTS ♫
Brayden Adcock Max Allen Avery Bowman Jenna Fiala Nebraska Grayson Austin Jackson
Anthony Lavin Gregory Wasson Drew West Trei Williamson
More About Heera: How long have you played your instrument? For a long, long time….. since I was 5 years old.
Do you play any other instruments? No. I only play the piano but I have always wanted to learn to play cello as well.
What is your favorite kind of music? I appreciate various kinds of music, but I find myself enjoying classical music the most.
What is one of your favorite recital or performance memories? I believe some of you still remember that last year, we instructors played a piano sextet with 2 keyboards. It was a lot of fun.
What is your hometown? I was born in Yusung, South Korea but grew up mostly in Seoul.
Do you have any good stories about where you grew up? Seoul is the capital city of South Korea, so it is quite a big city, and has a lot of fun places to visit. It’s also a city where older palaces and newer, more contemporary buildings coexist because it has been the capital city for more than 500 years.
What other hobbies do you have besides music? I love watching movies and spending time with my family.
What is your favorite food? I like Korean food such as kimchi and bulgogi, but like spaghetti too.
What do you think is the best movie of all time? Gone With the Wind
2935 Pine Lake Road, Lincoln, NE 402.423.7121 harrisacademyofthearts.com
January 24—2:00-2:50 a.m. Music Appreciation Make-up Class (pre-reading)
February 14 – 2:00-2:50 p.m. – Music Appreciation Make-up Class (mid-beginning)
March 9-14
Spring Break (no lessons or classes)
April 10 & 11
Student Spring Recital
April 25
LMTA District Music Festival
Instructor Availability Our instructors’ schedules are changing daily. New students can enroll in private lessons any time during the year. Call 402-423-7121 today to enroll! If your ideal time is not available, call or email to get on the respective instructor’s waiting list. (Openings reflect after school times only. Please contact us for information about additional daytime availability.)
Jentry Barrett (violin, viola): CLOSED
Mai Butler (piano): Monday – CLOSED Tuesday – 5 openings Wednesday – 4 openings Thursday – 1 opening Friday – CLOSED Saturday – 7 openings
Vicki Harris (piano, violin): CLOSED
Lee Heerspink (guitar, bass) Monday—6 openings Tuesday—5 openings Wednesday—7 openings Thursday—CLOSED
Garrett Hope (guitar, bass, composition) Monday—7 openings Tuesday—6 openings Wednesday—5 openings Thursday—1 opening Saturday—4 openings
Heera Jang (piano): Monday – 1 opening Tuesday – CLOSED Wednesday – 4 openings Thursday – CLOSED Friday – 1 opening
Jeff Kuhl (voice, piano, beginning trumpet): Monday – 1 opening Tuesday – 2 openings Wednesday – 1 opening Thursday – CLOSED Saturday – CLOSED
Cristina Vlad (piano): Monday – CLOSED Tuesday – CLOSED Wednesday – CLOSED Thursday – 1 opening Friday – CLOSED Saturday – 5 openings
Have you checked out the Group Make-up Class schedule lately? New and varied class topics include piano, strings, guitar, theory, music appreciation, and recital prep. Students are welcome to attend as many classes as they would like in order to make-up for any missed lessons throughout the year. Classes provide the opportunity to learn more about their instrument or try something completely different!
Classes are offered every month—mark your calendars! View upcoming class options below or the full schedule on our website: harrisacademyofthearts.com/current-students. RSVP today!
Class Schedule:
Saturday, February 14 – 2:00-2:50 p.m. – Music Appreciation (mid-beginning)
Friday, March 6 – 6:00-6:50 p.m. Music Appreciation (late-beginning)
Friday, March 20—6:00-6:50 p.m. Voice (theatre, stage presence, ages 14+)
Saturday, March 21—9:00-9:50 a.m. Theory (ages 6-13)
Saturday, April 4—2:00-2:50 p.m. Recital Preparation (all ages)
Friday, April 17 – 6:00-6:50 p.m. Guitar (beginning)
Saturday, April 18 – 2:00-2:50 p.m. Guitar (intermediate)
Friday, May 15 – 6:00-6:50 p.m. Music Appreciation (early intermediate)
Saturday, May 16 – 2:00-2:50 p.m. Music Appreciation (intermediate)
Thursday, May 28—1:00-1:50 p.m. Kindermusik
Earn a FREE lesson or class
For every 4 months you post a Harris Academy of the Arts Yard Sign in the front lawn of your home or business, you can earn a FREE private lesson or class. For more info: [email protected]
How to take part:
Contact the office to pick up a sign
place the sign in your yard, take a photo
After 4 months, bring the yard sign back to the studio to receive your FREE music lesson or class!
YARD SIGN PROGRAM
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
FamFest @ The Lied
January 21, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Ages 12 & up. Assist with games for families and young children. For more information, contact [email protected]
DATES TO NOTE ♪
Do you have a furry friend? Now accepting submissions for the
February Pet of the Month! Send your entries to:
Pets of the Month Meet Rosco (right), a rat terrier and Yama (left), a German short haired pointer. These relaxing canines belong to Shea, Brin and Luke Swanson, piano students at Harris.
Group Make-up Classes
2935 Pine Lake Road, Lincoln, NE 402.423.7121 harrisacademyofthearts.com
Students of the Month: The Van Cleave Family
In the early afternoon on Mondays, there’s an influx of piano students at Harris, all from the same family. One, two, three, four…in walks the Van Cleaves! These energetic kiddos take piano lessons with Cristina Vlad and Heera Jang. Help us congratulate Gable (14), Dane (12), Elise (9) and Petra (6) as our January Students of the Month!
This month, we’ll step aside and let these students tell you a little about themselves.
How long have you taken lessons? Gable: 5 ½ years Dane: 5 years Elise: 3 years Petra: 5 months What other hobbies do you have besides music? Gable: Hunting, trapping, guitar building Dane: Farming Elise: Knitting, crocheting, playing Legos, playing dolls Petra: puzzles, games, Legos, dolls
What are your favorite classes in school? Gable: Playing guitar Dane: None Elise: Piano Petra: Math
What is your favorite food? Gable: Bread Dane: Meat Elise: Whatever mom makes me or oatmeal Petra: Cheeseburger soup, potato soup, chicken and wild rice soup
What do you think is the best movie of all time? Gable: The Hobbit Dane: The Avengers Elise: Kit Kittredge Petra: Curious George 2 Read the full feature on our website: harrisacademyofthearts.com/current-students/student-of-the-month
We offer a wide variety of musical styles and instrument combinations.
Piano
String Quartet
Guitar
Jazz Trio
Voice
Violin Duet
Instruments & Ensembles
Professional Musicians Do you know someone planning their wedding or a special event? Let them
know about professional musicians from Harris Academy of the Arts. We
provide talented musicians for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours,
receptions, and other special events. Live musicians provide an elegant
touch to any couple’s special day. To inquire about rates and availability,
please call (402) 423-7121.
Harris Academy of the Arts
“I am a former musician and teacher with HAA, so there was no question as to who the musicians for our wedding ceremony would be. It meant so very much to me to have my friends, who just happen to be professional musicians, involved in our big day. Our guests, many of whom are musicians themselves, were very complimentary of our wedding music – we’re still getting comments and compliments on how well-played, in tune, and beautiful it was! Even though we selected the musical selections ourselves, the musicians were the ones who brought it all to life and put their heart and soul into what they performed…making for a truly wonderful soundtrack to the beginning of our life as husband and wife.” ~Kensy Berggren Byers
MUSICIAN REVIEW
Photography by Allison Garrett
From left to right: Petra, Dane, Elise & Gable