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INSTRUCTIONINSTRUCTIONINSTRUCTIONINSTRUCTION Private music instruction is available for beginner to advanced level students, ages preschool through adult. Our music program provides private instruction sessions in:

♪ Piano ♪ Voice ♪ Flute ♪ Harp ♪Drums ♪ Clarinet

♪ Saxophone ♪ Guitar (classical, acoustic, electric) ♪ Bass Guitar ♪ Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass Suzuki Instruction* Available For:

♪ Guitar (classical, acoustic, electric) ♪ Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass

(additional charge may apply for Suzuki lessons)

Music enrollment includes evaluations, participation in group performances, and community service opportunities through performing music. Standard private lesson tuition is $28 for each 30-minute session, $42 for each 45-minute session, and $56 for each 60-minute session. Suzuki lessons include an additional $100/quarter to cover participation in group instruction. Lessons are billed/pro-rated according to quarterly structure. A tuition

discount is available for members of the Oswego Family YMCA, and for FRA families enrolled in four or more music lessons. A military discount is also available. Please contact our main office for more information.

ART CLASSES AND ART CLASSES AND ART CLASSES AND ART CLASSES AND

WORKSHOPSWORKSHOPSWORKSHOPSWORKSHOPS

FALL WATERCOLOR &

PASTEL EXPLORATION

Instructor: Heidi Miller

Age Level: Elementary

Workshop 1- Saturday, September 19th

1:00-3:00pm $30

Workshop 2- Saturday, October 10th

1:00-3:00pm $30

MUSIC THEORY CLASS This teacher-guided program meets each week. Students work through ear training exercises and theory curriculum from the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program. MONDAYS 4:15-5 on 5-5:45 (current student: $60 / non-current $80)

GUITAR ENSEMBLE (youth or adult) Students learn classical guitar group

repertoire together. YOUTH– TUESDAYS 6:30-7:30pm;

ADULT– FRIDAYS 11:00am-12:00pm. $80 per quarter

FOX RIVER ACADEMY ROCK ENSEMBLE

Students have a chance to practice together music by various artists and perform in various

community venues. $80 per quarter

Students explore the combined mediums

of pastels and watercolors in this

workshop. Artists learn how to blend,

layer, and shade with pastels, as well as

discover watercolor techniques including

wet to dry and wet to wet painting and

brush applications.

DRAWING WHAT YOU SEE:

DRAWING AND SHADING

WORKSHOP

Instructor: Lauren Tokar


Saturday, Sept. 12th, 10:30-12:30pm $30

OR Sat., Jan. 16th, 10:30-12:30pm $30

Age Level: Junior High

Saturday, September 12th, 1-3pm $30

OR Sat., Jan.16th, 1:00-3:00pm $30

Students will improve their drawing and

observational skills through participating

in this workshop. Each student will com-

plete several observational drawing

exercises including contour line drawing,

gesture line drawing, sketching, shading,

and crosshatching. Students are provided

with a small sketchbook. *Students

should bring one item of importance (a

favorite toy, stuffed animal, etc.) to be

used for drawing exercises.

FALL PASTEL WORKSHOPS



OUT OF THIS

WORLD

IN OUTER

SPACE Sat., Sept. 19th

10:30am-12:30 pm

$30

FALL

PUMPKIN

PATCH Sat., Oct. 10th

10:30am-

12:30pm $30

In our various “Pastel Workshops”, artists

will learn how to blend, layer, and add

shading and tone with using chalk and oil

pastels.

COMMUNITY

PARTNERSHIPS

The Oswego Family YMCA

and Fox River Academy have been community partners since 2009.

Oswego YMCA members receive a discount on mu-

sic lessons and art classes. Some classes are taught on campus at the YMCA.

The Fox River Academy is a Preferred Partner of the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois. Troops/Girl Scouts may earn badges through special workshops and classes taught by

our art faculty.

Contact our main office for more information about our community partners.

= indicates art workshops and

activities suggested for holiday

gift-making

FRONT COVER CREDIT: “October Gold”

by Mandy Budan, 2013. Artist’s Website: http://

www.abstractlandscapepainting.com

CARTOON ANIMAL

SUPERHEROES

Instructor: Zack Hampton


Workshops (choose one):

Sat., Oct. 3rd, 10:30-12:30pm $30

Sat., Nov. 7th, 10:30-12:30pm $30

Sat., Dec. 5th, 10:30-12:30pm $30

Sat., Jan. 23rd, 10:30-12:30pm $30

Students in this two hour class will learn

how to draw Cartoon Animal

Superheroes! They will learn the

fundamentals of drawing the basic super-

hero anatomy in a simple way and

combining it with that of an animal in

nature. The focus will be on three

different body types: small, medium, and

large, emphasizing the basic outlines of

each type of figure. At the end of the

session, students will have created their

own unique animal superhero that they

can take home with them!

GRAPHIC NOVEL ANIMAL

SUPERHEROES

Instructor: Zack Hampton

Age Level: Junior High & High School


Saturday, October 3rd, 1-3pm $30

Saturday, November 7th, 1-3pm $30

Saturday, December 5th, 1-3pm $30

Saturday, January 23rd, 1-3pm $30

(Description:) Learn the fundamentals

of drawing the basic superhero

anatomy and combining it with that of

an animal of the natural world.

Students in this two hour class will

learn how to draw the anatomy of a

heroic character and combine that

specific anatomy with the features of

a creature of the animal kingdom. At

the end of this session students will

have created two or more unique,

animalistic-superhero characters that

show the dynamics of their creativity!

INTRODUCTION TO

JEWELRY: DESIGN AND

TECHNIQUES

Instructor: Lauren Tokar

Age Level: Junior High

Saturday, Oct. 24th, 10:30-12:30pm $33

Saturday, Dec. 12th, 10:30-12:30pm $33

Students will learn about form,

function, and design in this

introductory workshop. Basic jewelry

making techniques will be demon-

strated, including sculpting pendants

and beads using polymer clay, wire

wrapping, beading, and embossing

sheet metal. Students will

create a unique piece of jewelry using

the material and techniques of their

choice.

JEWELRY MAKING

FOR KIDS

Instructor: Chrissy Schoeberlein




Saturday, Nov. 21st, 1:00-3:00pm $33

Saturday, Feb. 20th, 1:00-3:00pm $33

Calling all little fashionistas who love art

and jewelry! This new workshop will let

students try their style sense with creating

their own jewelry. Students will design

and create a “mini” jewelry line using

polymer clay, glass and plastic beads, wire

and jewelry clasps.

ABSTRACT “POP ART”

PORTRAIT PAINTING


Age Level: Elementary & Junior High

Saturday, Nov. 14th, 10:30-12:30pm $33

Saturday, Jan. 30th, 10:30-12:30pm $33

(Description:) Brand new painting

class that mixes the fun of “Pop Art”

while learning abstract painting

techniques! Students will bring in a

fun photo of themselves that will be

photocopied and altered with drawing

materials. Layers of acrylic painting

techniques will be explored on the

canvas, as well as, collage materials to

add extra unique details to make each

creation unique and symbolic to the

artist.

ACRYLIC ANIMALS

ON CANVAS


Age Level: Elementary & Junior High



Saturday, November 21st, 1-3pm $30


Students learn about different

techniques to create an acrylic painting

of an animal on 8x10 canvas. They

will learn how to mix and blend

colors, shade, and add texture.

Students should notify the Academy

on their choice of animal.

CALL 630-551-4321 or email

[email protected]

to register for classes

CREATIONS IN CLAY

Instructor: Tricia Frost


PUMPKIN LANTERN- Saturday, October 24th

1-3pm $33

“THUMB” OWLS- Saturday, Nov. 14th

1-3pm $33

SNOWMEN FAMILIES- Saturday, Dec. 12th,

1-3pm $33

PENGUINS ON ICE- Saturday, Jan. 30th,

1-3pm $33

HEART KEEPSAKE BOXES- Saturday, Feb. 13th,

1-3pm $33

Student sculptors learn the basics of hand

building with air-dry clay. Artists explore

sculpture using additive and subtractive

techniques, pinch, coils, and texture.

Fox River Academy hosts many FREE

Community Art Projects throughout

the year, open to all ages. Please call

630-551-4321 or visit our Facebook

page for a listing of dates and locations.

ORNAMENT MAKING

WORKSHOP


Saturday, Dec. 19th, 10:30-12:30pm

$25 All Ages

Handmade ornaments make great presents

for loved ones and family members that

can be displayed with pride on the

Christmas tree for many years to come.

Students will be painting on glass

ornaments and create a festive snow globe!

HOLIDAY CARD

PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP


Saturday, Dec. 19th, 1-3pm

$25 All Ages

Students create a variety of holiday cards

using: collage, paper, paint, and other

mixed media techniques. Each unique and

festive card includes an envelope fit for

mailing.

WINTER WATERCOLOR &

PASTEL EXPLORATION Instructor: Heidi Miller



Students explore the combined mediums

of pastels and watercolors in this

workshop. Artists will learn how to blend,

layer, and shade with pastels, as well as

discover watercolor techniques including

wet to dry and wet to wet painting and

brush applications.

PASTEL WORKSHOP-PET

PORTRAITS


Age Level: Elementary & Jr. High

Saturday, February 6th, 1-3pm $30

In our various “Pastel Workshops”, artists

learn how to blend, layer, and add shading

and tone with using chalk and oil pastels.

In this workshop, students will create a

keepsake portrait of their pet using the

pastel medium. Bring in a photo of your

beloved pet to use as your model.

The Fox River Academy of Music and Art is located in Oswego, I l l i n o i s ( n e a r Y o r k v i l l e , Montgomery, Plainfield, Aurora, and Naperville). Since 2003, we have encouraged arts appreciation through experience in private and group study, performance part ic ipation in community events, art exhibits and workshops, and free local concert attendance. Students from preschool through seniors are welcome; programs are available for beginners to advanced levels of study.

Encouraging Appreciation of the

Arts through Education Since 2003

OUR VISION STATEMENT: To offer an exceptional educational experience for each

student, provided by highly qualified instructors in a comfortable setting. Our classes are designed to create a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages students to reach or exceed their personal expectations and goals.

26 W. Van Buren, Oswego

630-551-4321 (phone)

www.foxriveracademy.com

[email protected] (email)

The Fox River Academy is a member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas, and a

Founding School / National Testing Center for the Royal Conservatory Music

Development Program.

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