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Arts Huntsville
Our Mission
Arts Huntsville stimulates and supports community creativity and
engagement by advancing the arts, entertainment and culture to enrich
quality of life, education, and economic development in the greater Huntsville
metropolitan region.
Our Vision
Huntsville, Alabama is the premier mid-sized city for the arts, entertainment, and
culture in the Southeastern United States.
Board of Directors
Cathy Callaway, President
Dr. Ana Byrne, Vice President
Ellie Sternberg, Treasurer
Dianne Reynolds, Secretary
Steve Johnson, Past President
Susan Stricklin, Assembly President
Cynthia Almodovar, Member-At-Large
Cheryl Norton, Member-At-Large
Rich Raleigh, Member-At-Large
Chuck Allen
Melanie Baker
David Blair
Ginger Harper
Jim Link
Rankin Sneed
Charles G. Vaughn
Gary T. Whitley, Jr.
Pat Ammons
Drew Battle
Jan Dorning
David Herriott
Patricia McCarter
Les Tillery
Kim Ward
Lisa Williams
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Arts Huntsville is pleased to present educators with the 2016-2017 Arts Education
Resource Guide.
This guide is filled with information about local arts organizations that have programs
available for children in grades K-12. These programs include a wide variety of
field-trips, in-school performances, lectures, classes and much more. As
champions of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math), we hope
that this guide enables you to incorporate the arts into your classroom and across the
curriculum while also introducing your students to the abundance of creativity and
culture available in Huntsville/Madison County.
Arts Huntsville strives to support local educators who work hard every day to
provide a quality education to our children, and we hope that this guide will assist you
in your efforts. If we can be of further assistance in connecting you with these
resources, please call our office at (256) 519-2787 or explore our website at
www.artshuntsville.org.
Sincerely,
The Staff and Board of Directors of Arts Huntsville
A Message from Arts Huntsville
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Table of Contents
5 AAUW Huntsville Branch
6 Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre
8 Alexander's Martial Arts
9 Ars Nova School of the Arts
10 Burritt on the Mountain
13 ChromAddict Studio
15 Dance Theatre of Huntsville
17 Denise Onwere Gallery
18 Educational Escapes
19 Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater &
Academy
21 First Baptist Huntsville Music Ministry
23 Hawthorne Conservatory
24 Huntsville Chamber Music Guild
26 Huntsville Community Drumline
27 Huntsville Museum of Art
28 Huntsville Skating School & Training
Academy
29 Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
32 Huntsville Symphony Orchestra Guild
33 Huntsville Youth Orchestra
34 Independent Musical Productions, Inc.
35 Land Trust of North Alabama
37 Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
38 Musicology School of Music LLC
39 Nomadic Tapestry
40 Panoply Arts Festival
41 Randolph School
43 Solomon's Academy, LLC
45 St. John Paul II Catholic High School
46 Summer Show-Offs
47 Tennessee Valley Civil War Round Table
48 The Artworks Studio
49 UAH Department of Art, Art History, and
Design of Alabama in Huntsville
50 UAH Department of Music
51 UAH Professional Development Solutions
53 UAH Speakers Bureau
54 U.S. Space & Rocket Center
57 Valley Conservatory
58 Vanessa Miller Fine Art
59 Weeden House Museum and Garden
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Alabama Association of University Women
Huntsville Branch
AAUW Huntsville is pleased to offer Tech Trek, a week-long, residential STEM camp for girls
entering 8th grade on the campus of the University of Alabama in Huntsville. The camp will be
held in June, 2017. Campers must be nominated by their science or math teacher and continue
through the application process. Their families pay only a $50 fee to attend the program and
scholarships are available to girls with STEM capacities.
This one-week STEM camp for rising eighth-grade girls got its start 15
years ago in California and since expanded to seven states including
Alabama in 2014 when the first Tech Trek camp was hosted at UAH in
partnership with AAUW Huntsville branch. AAUW’s research shows that
the largest population in poverty are elderly women, due to longer life
spans and earning less during their careers than males doing the same
work.
Women in STEM fields earn more in general and a mechanism of
encouraging women to enter STEM fields was the obvious solution. At
Tech Trek, girls are immersed in a world that empowers and encourages
them to think about themselves as future scientists, engineers,
mathematicians, and computer specialists. Campers take part in
activities like building and programming robots, working in cybersecurity, building their own very
tiny energy efficient homes, STEAM activities, learning how computer simulations are used to
predict weather patterns, and much more. Through Core Classes, Workshops and company
tours, campers are exposed to as many as 20 different fields and opportunities. Tech Trek has
been proven to significantly increase a girl’s self confidence and her interest, excitement, and
determination to enter a STEM fields.
Attn: Dr. Rhonda Gaede, ENG 213
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville, AL 35899
(256) 651-4241
www.techtrek-al.aauw.net
Contact: Cindi Branham
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Sleeping Beauty: Field Trip Opportunity! A special school performance will take place on
March 31, 2017 at the VBC Playhouse. Educational Support Materials will be available.
Performance will last approximately 1 hour and include a guidebook/workbook with information
on the story, the music, French and ballet history. Please contact AYB Theatre for more
information. Public performances will be held March 31-April 2, 2017.
School performance date—Friday, March 31, 2017, 9:15AM & 12:30PM.
Cost- $14 students, seniors and military, some fee support available; $18 adults; $12 for kids 10
and under.
Workshops with instructor Paula Osmer or Barbara Caioli: By using dance, you can teach
storytelling methods, orchestral music, choreography, history, costuming, and much more.
Workshops can be arranged for teachers who want to learn more about incorporating dance and
movement into the classroom. There is a fee for these workshops but grant money may be
available. These workshops can be one day, or weekly for a semester or a year. Instructors are
available to work with the students as well as the teachers. The goal of the program is not just to
teach a dance class, but to explore movement that is relatable to each of us as human beings
and how we can apply these concepts to other areas of study (STEAM).
Contact [email protected].
Classroom Demonstrations & Lectures: Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre is a non-profit
organization committed to enriching communities through the promotion of dance as an art form;
inspiring students to achieve their individual potential through training & development in the art of
dance to the highest standards; & performance of dance as a component of student education.
AYBT will be happy to tailor a lecture demonstration for your school based upon your needs. If
you would like to book a mini-performance, we would be happy to accommodate your needs.
These demonstrations are best suited for students in pre-K thru 8th grade. Most of the
lecture-demos each year are free in exchange for material distribution to students. AYBT also
performs at retirement homes, libraries & festivals. Contact: [email protected]
Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre
1405-C Weatherly Plaza
Huntsville, Alabama 35803
(256) 881-5930
www.alabamayouthballet.org
Contact: David Herriott
Keren Gibb-Hilliard
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Other Programs:
· Open auditions for the Nutcracker, A Yuletide Ballet will be held on August 20, 2016 from
12:45-4PM.
· AYBT performs The Nutcracker, A Yuletide Ballet Dec. 2-4, 2016 on the Lee High School Main
Stage and is available for lecture-demonstrations and mini-performances. A special needs
performance will be on Dec.1st.
· Scholarships for the Alabama Youth Ballet year round classes (Ages 2 months and older).
Choose from Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap and/or Hip-Hop.
· Dance Connection Summer Program for underserved youth.
· Foot Prints children's creative dance company for ages 8-12.
· Premiere Dance Theatre, Huntsville's professional modern dance company
· Dance Lab is the modern dance company for teenagers.
· Liturgical Dance Company for ballet students to praise God through movement.
Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre
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Alexander’s Martial Arts
Alexander's focuses on teaching character development through martial arts. Our
mission is, "to make a positive impact in our community...One Black Belt at a time."
We support local teachers and kids by providing classroom talks to teach life skills
like focus, discipline, respect, and confidence. We also provide talks on safety and
goal setting for kids.
51 Nance Rd #104
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 837-8624
www.alexandersmartialarts.net
Contact: Joseph Alexander
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Ars Nova School of the Arts
Ars Nova School of the Arts, established in 1998, is a preparatory/community school that
provides musical and theatrical education to students of all ages. We offer private instruction for
voice, piano and strings as well as small classes covering music theory, aural skills, and
presentation craft. Students have opportunities to enter festivals and competitions offered by
national professional organizations including the National Federation of Music Clubs, the National
Music Teachers Association, the National Association of Teachers of Singing and Classical
Singers. Students are also prepared and encouraged to enter the Associated Board of the Royal
Schools of Music exams which are administered from the London Conservatory of Music. All
instructors hold certifications or degrees in their area of teaching. Ars Nova is a culturally diverse
organization that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation or any other
factor that makes us individuals.
Ars Nova operates on a semester system with two 16-week semesters during the school year
and two 5-week sessions in the summer. Fall 2016 begins August 8 and ends December 9 (Fall
Break Oct 3-7, Thanksgiving Break Nov 21-25) Spring 2017 begins January 9 and ends May 12
(Spring Break Mar 13-17, Juries week in Apr TBD) Spring Concerts May 12, 13, 14
Faculty: Dr. Ariana Arcu, Cello Dr. Ginger Beazley, Voice Greg Branham, Piano
Dixie Harrison, Voice Lisa Kennedy, Voice Gloria Ko, Voice, Music Theory Robert Lubin, Piano
Debra Saylor, Voice, Piano Gary Sims, Voice Dr. Mary Beth Taylor, Voice, Aural Skills Rodena
Tharpe, Viola Christie Weber, Violin
2828 Drake Ave SW
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 883-1105
www.arsnovahsv.com
Contact: Aleta Hunt
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Burritt on the Mountain
Burritt on the Mountain’s quality education programs meet national and state standards. Field trips can be arranged for groups of 12 or more, Tuesday through Friday. Choose one of our “packaged” field trips or work with Burritt educators to develop a custom-designed field trip. These trips are $8.00 per person. Arrangements can be made to extend activities beyond two hours, but an additional charge may apply.
Pre K - Lower Elementary
Barnyard Buddies
Explore the Barnyard and mreet animals that would have lived on 1800s farms in North Alabama.
Discover why farmers raised animals like these. Complete an animal-themed craft as a souvenir.
Community - Past and Present
See how people lived over 100 years ago. Play with traditional toys, learn about lifestyle of the 1800s and make a craft from the past.
Packhorse Librarian
Visit our packhorse librarian and mule. Learn about the role of the packhorse librarian in the hill country of the south. Listen as exciting stories are shared. Have loads of fun as you play old-fashioned games and create a souvenir craft.
‘Tis the Season
Play season-themed games and hear a traditional story. Decorate cookies just like great-grandma did and design a card to share. Make an ornament to deck your hall. The dates offered are: Nov. 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 29, 30 and Dec. 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21.
3101 Burritt Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 536-2882
www.burrittonthemountain.com
Contact: Alice Kirsch;
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Burritt on the Mountain
Upper Elementary – High School
Wild Wonderful World of Animals
Explore the differences and similarities between domestic animals, wildlife, and urban wildlife. Visit the habitat of a variety of animals as you hike the trails and tour the barnyard. Have fun as you play the food chain game.
How in the World?
Learn about orienteering, cardinal directions and mapping. Participate in a treasure hunt as you use the compass to navigate through the park.
Native Americans of North Alabama
Learn which Native American tribes lived in our area and what their lifestyle was like. Experience the Trail of Tears simulation and celebrate their culture as you learn to write using Sequoyah ’s Cherokee alphabet and make a Native American craft.
Burritt and His Green Home
The straw insulation is just one of the many “green” features found in Dr. Burritt's mansion that students learn about as they enjoy a scavenger hunt. Include a tour of the historic park to see how settlers designed structures to take advantage of wind and solar power.
The Underground Railroad
Learn about travelers on the Underground Railroad and where they went. Follow the clues from one “safe” house to the next. Enjoy the music from this time as you create a souvenir craft.
A La Carte
Experience the life of 1800s and/or explore our natural world when you design your own field trip by selecting from these activities:
What’s for Dinner?
Find out about the types of food that settlers ate and how it was preserved and prepared. Learn about measurement and help prepare ingredients for a favorite recipe.
Sheep to Shawl
Learn what was involved in making a wool scarf-from raising the sheep to knitting the yarn. Stu-dents will card wool and view a spinning demonstration.
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Burritt on the Mountain
Butter Churning
Learn the history and science behind this skill as students make butter themselves.
Panning for Riches
Experience panning for gems at our sluice as you learn about the Alabama gold rush.
Pantry or Pharmacy?
Learn about the various uses the settlers had for different herbs while exploring our herb garden.
Toys and Games
Pioneer children had many chores to do, but they also enjoyed playing. Students learn about a variety of 1800s toys and play a game themselves.
Barnyard Tour
Visit our barnyard to meet typical 1800s farm animals. Find out how they helped the set-tlers to survive.
Role of the Railroads
Learn about the development of the railroads and the role they played. Then play on our train-themed play area.
Chores
Experience beating rugs, scrubbing laundry, and sweeping floors as you imagine growing up in one of our historic houses.
Historic Park Tour
Visit our 1800s homes to learn about different styles of architecture, the families that lived in the homes and some of the items they used.
Corn Shuck Toys
Learn about the importance of corn and its many uses. Then, make a corn shuck toy to take home as a souvenir.
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Burritt on the Mountain
Letterboxing
Learn the history of letterboxing, an amazing 1800s game. Then go on an adventure as you hunt for clues that lead you to your prize.
Tour of Dr. Burritt’s Mansion
Learn about the unusual architecture and the many “green” features of Dr. Burritt's mansion. Complete your visit with a scavenger hunt.
Amazing Arachnids
Learn about different types of arachnids. Which ones are really scary and which ones are our friends? Make a sou-venir spider craft to take home.
Introduction to Orienteering
Learn to navigate the old-fashioned way using a compass. Then, use your new found skill to navigate through our orienteering course to find a prize.
How Does Our Garden Grow?
Visit our garden to learn about the plant life cycle and about urban wildlife that might visit your garden.
Folklife Festival
On October 20th and 21st, Burritt hosts guest interpreters presenting folklife of our region. Plan to join us from 9:00 -1:30 as your students learn about music, dance, arts, crafts, and skills of Appa-lachia. (Reservations required).
Spring Farm Days at the County Fair
Friday, April 7, 2017 from 9:00 –1:30, is an exciting time to visit our barnyard animals, experience the historic skills and chores of our ancestors, and learn about life on the farm. Hands-on experi-ence doing some of the old-fashioned chores is always a favorite, as is playing traditional games and races. (Reservations required).
Treasure Hunt at Gold Mountain
Beginning March 21, 2017 create a field trip for your class that explores the days of the Alabama frontier as you experience our special event, Treasure Hunt at Gold Mountain. Design your field trip by selecting from activities related to the Alabama gold rush and other events of the early 1800s.
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ChromAddict Studio
Studio 2025, Lowe Mill ARTS &
Entertainment
2211 Seminole Dr.
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 683-5554
www.chromaddict.com
Contact: Carrie Alderfer
ChromAddict Studio offers a variety of art classes that encourage creative expression. We offer
classes for children as young as six. Classes included drawing, colored pencils, acrylic painting, and
special Holiday crafts and activities. Owner and instructor Carrie Alderfer is an accomplished artist
and graphic designer. She works mainly in colored pencils or acrylics and likes to explore the many
facets and meanings of color. All classes are taught in ChromAddict’s studio at Lowe Mill ARTS &
Entertainment. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be done online at ChromAddict.com.
For children I offer "painting parties" to get them interested in art and let them explore acrylic paint
as a medium. All supplies are included with this type of class. These classes are meant to be an
introduction to art and the focus is creating for fun and finding confidence in self-expression. Kids
are given a rainbow of colors and can mix and experiment as they work on their projects. Classes
are limited to ten children, so everyone can receive individual attention and ask questions. For the
more serious young artist, I offer more in-depth sequence classes on art basics that cover the
elements of art, principles of design, drawing and painting techniques and more. Students can help
decide what direction the class takes and depending on the students’ interests; mediums may
include acrylic paint, colored pencils, pen and ink, pastels, and more.
For teens and adults I teach "paint-alongs" where everyone paints the same subject. All supplies
are included with this type of class. I demonstrate as everyone works along. Self-expression and
creativity are encouraged during the class. People can pick their own paint colors and modify the
subject as they desire. I am happy to help. Class size is limited to eight, so everyone can ask
questions and receive individual attention. We may be working on the same subject, but everyone's
painting doesn't have to look the same!
For the more serious artist I offer sequence classes. Each month I offer a colored pencil class
where we draw from a different photo that emphasizes a different colored pencil technique. These
are fantastic classes for the beginning to intermediate colored pencil artist. I also offer an art basics
class, similar to the one I offer for children. We cover the elements of art, principles of design, color
theory, drawing and painting techniques and more. Students can help decide what direction the
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ChromAddict Studio
class takes and what mediums we use and projects we work on.
In addition to classes, private lessons can be scheduled. These can be for individuals or even
home school groups. Please contact me at [email protected] and let me know how I can
help you or your child be a better artist.
ChromAddict Studio is also a great place to have a painting party. It could be for a birthday,
scouts badge, bachelorette party, of even just a group of friends looking for a fun night out! And
painting parties make fantastic team building activities. The painting subject can be customized
for your group or you can choose from past class projects. Groups can be as small as four.
Contact me at (256) 683-5554 or [email protected] to schedule your event today.
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Dance Theatre of Huntsville
Dance All Productions, Inc. and school, Dance Theatre of Huntsville is a dance education
institution committed to providing children, youth, and adults from diverse backgrounds the
opportunity to develop their social, emotional, intellectual and artistic abilities through the
discipline of dance. Our mission is dedicated to: building self-esteem, discipline and the drive for
excellence among children, youth, and adults through dance training and arts education;
providing professional performance opportunities for dancers; enhancing Huntsville’s rich cultural
diversity. Monique Ryan founded Dance All Productions and Dance Theatre of Huntsville, school
of DAP, in 2003 with the desire to offer Huntsville youth and adults the opportunities to develop
talent, confidence, and discipline through per-
forming arts.
Dance Theatre of Huntsville offers weekly dance
classes in traditional and contemporary Ballet,
Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern Techniques, and
Acro.
Four core programs include:
- Contemporary Ballet
- Pre-Professional Connection
- Girls Like Us Enrichment and Outreach
Program
- Conservatory Dance Theatre of Huntsville
Studio
Classes: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern (Horton, Dunham, Limon), Mojah (Modern & African
Fused) Hip-Hop, West African Fitness & Body Sculpting
4414-B Evangel Circle
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 541-0385
www.dancetheatrehuntsville.org
Contact: Monique Ryan
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Dance Theatre of Huntsville
Upcoming Performances
Seasons of Love: November 12, 2016 at Academy of Academics and Art; 6:00 p.m.; Tickets
$8-$10
Dance Theatre of Huntsville Presents Rio the Beauty of the Amazon:
May 20, 2017 at Lee High Main Stage; 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.;
May 21, 2017 5:00 p.m.
Tickets $10-$15.
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Denise Onwere Gallery
The Denise Onwere Gallery at Lowe Mill offers children as well as adults the ability
to create works of art using our hands on creative methods. We offer homeschool
and monthly classes, workshops, parties and camps in traditional and
non-traditional visual art forms (canvas painting, board game creation, book
illustration, design, jewelry creation and so much more). Students are encouraged
to let their creativity run wild to create the ultimate works of art.
2211 Seminole Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35805
(256) 322-0184
www.deniseonweregallery.com
Contact: Denise Onwere
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Educational Escapes Huntsville-Madison County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Educational Escapes is a free service offered by the CVB to facilitate and simplify
the field trip planning process for teachers and student group leaders. We
partnered with our area attractions who offer activities covering six fields of study
including arts. Please visit www.educationalescapes.org to see the partner
attractions. Each activity, grade level, field of study introduced, length of class, etc.
is listed on the site as well.
500 Church Street
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 551-2204
www.educationalescapes.org
Contact: Pam Williams
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Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater and Academy
3312 Long Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 539-6829
www.fantasyplayhouse.com
Contact: Candice Cooper
FPCT is dedicated to bringing the magic of theatre and arts
education to the families of the Tennessee Valley through
production of live children’s theatre, year-round theatre arts training
and summer camp opportunities for ages 3-18, afterschool
partnerships with local schools, scout workshops, and providing
arts access to at risk populations.
FPCT Academy Classes: At Fantasy Playhouse, we focus on
theatre arts education as well as “life skills” such as active listening,
creativity, self-confidence, and concentration. All Academy
programming is led by Professional Teaching Artists, who have
been CPR Certified and submitted to a State Background check. Our staff is dedicated to finding
the right class for your child. We offer classes in Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance, Improvisation,
Stage Make-Up, Costume Design & Construction, Stage Management, and Theatre Arts
Specialties such as Shakespeare and Stage Combat. We offer daytime Homeschool curriculum as
well as afterschool and Saturday morning Musical Showcase class options. We also offer a special
curriculum for our students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders. At the end of each
semester, students showcase their work in “Class Sharings” for invited families and friends. Please
call our office for more details or check out our website for additional information.
Fall Classes run August – November. Winter/Spring Classes run January – April. Summer Camps
are offered in June and July. Summer Camps offer Full Day and Half Day options as well as
Performance Intensive Musical Showcases. Full Day Camps focus on weekly themes to inspire our
daily activities. Actors are divided into groups based on their age and work on different elements of
theatre including acting, voice, movement, dance, musical theatre, improvisation, and much more!
Half Day Camps are offered in Preschool curriculum, Stage Make-Up, Costume Design &
Construction, and more! Before Care and After Care are available for Full Day Camps.
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Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater and Academy
FPCT also offers other School Is Out Camps-, Fall Break Performance Camp, Spring Break
Performance Camp and Veteran’s Play-In-A -Day Camp.
Scout Workshops: FPCT invites all Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts to our theatre to earn
your theatre badge! Explore the basics of acting and theatre in this highly customized workshop
designed to meet the Scout Badge requirements!
Fantasy in the Classroom: FPCT after-school programs are modifications of our general acting
curriculum. Classes focus on developing the Actor’s Tool Box (Body, Voice, Mind, and
Imagination) that inspire creativity, build self-confidence, and reinforce reading comprehension
skills. For eight or ten weeks, students are divided up into age appropriate classes and meet after
school one day a week for an hour. We explore elements of theatre that are developmentally
appropriate and engaging. On the final day of class, students will apply their skills in an informal
sharing for family and friends. FPCT presents each student with a Certificate of Achievement at
the end of each session. We are currently in partnership with Madison City Schools, Huntsville
City Schools, Madison County Schools and several Independent and private schools.
Lab87: A Teen Actor’s Conservatory is FPCT’s pre-professional training program designed for
serious performers aged 13-18. Curriculum is designed to increase a young actors’ knowledge of
various performance techniques, mastery of their craft, and provide in-depth ensemble work, as
well as special performance opportunities. Admission is
by audition only in August of each year. More
information is on our website.
Performance Season Auditions: FPCT operates as a
community theater in an area of the state where most
professional theatre is limited to touring companies. As
such, auditions and technical assignments for our
performance season at the VBC Playhouse are open to
the public. Casting is age-appropriate and there are no
fees associated with appearing in FPCT shows. Audition dates and details are available on our
website.
Student Matinees: FPCT offers opportunities for schools to attend live daytime
performances at the Von Braun Center Playhouse at a reduced ticket price. Space is available on
a "first come, first serve" basis. Study guides are available for each play support classroom
curriculum. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
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First Baptist Church Huntsville Music Ministry
The Music Ministry of First Baptist Church seeks to glorify God in Christ; communicating the
Gospel in vibrant and creative fashion. Providing music groups for every age, the Music
Ministries involve hundreds of persons in educational and service activities on a weekly basis.
We place great emphasis upon the worship of God and upon the wonderful responsibilities of
leading and equipping persons to be actively involved in that important act. Wednesday Night
Music Classes meet Wednesdays from 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. (followed by missions at 6:15 p.m.) Our
Children's choirs provide music and worship lessons for children from grades 1-6.
Both our Music Makers and Young Musicians choirs sing in First Fellowship and Sanctuary
Worship throughout the year, as well as lead in the Hanging of the Green service each
December. In addition to singing techniques, these children learn about music history, rhythm,
hymn studies and more! Our dedicated choir teachers also invest in the spiritual development of
the children of our church and community. All children are invited to join us on Wednesday
nights!
Music Friends (3s and 4s); KinderChoir (Kindergarten); Music Makers (Grades 1-3);
Young Musicians (Grades 4-6); Orff Instruments (Grades 1-6);
Orff Instrument classes are offered each week to small groups from our Music Makers and Young
Musicians choirs. Students perform on xylophones, metallophones, glockenspiels and
other rhythm instruments - and even work together to create their own music!
Children’s Summer Music Camps (for children who have completed Kindergarten through 6th
Grade) are held July 10-14, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Final presentation will be Friday, July 14,
2017 at 6 p.m.
KinderCamp (for children who have completed 5 year old Kindergarten): Each day, our
campers will learn a Bible story that features a certain color, as well as songs that go along with
the story of the day. They also have the opportunity for Adventure Time, where they read musical
600 Governors Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 428-9400
www.fbchsv.org
Contact: Emily Parker
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First Baptist Church Huntsville Music Ministry
stories, sing and play with puppets and instruments and do exciting crafts. Our KinderCampers
perform a special final presentation for parents, family and friends on Friday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m.
Younger Camp (Completed Grades 1-2) and Older Camp (Completed Grades 3-6): Each year,
our Younger and Older Camps learn a church musical to share in the final presentation on Friday
night! In addition to preparing a musical, campers will have the opportunity to participate in spe-
cial breakout sessions like handbells, art, Orff instruments, movement, drama and sign language.
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Hawthorne Conservatory
The Hawthorne Conservatory is a unique music and
arts ministry of Central Evangelical Presbyterian
Church. Located in the historic district in downtown
Huntsville, our school offers quality music and arts
instruction in a safe and inspiring atmosphere to
students ages three & up.
Under the umbrella of the Hawthorne Conservatory, there are two program
offerings. The Master’s Music program is our traditional private and small group
music lessons that are offered on our conservatory campus or on-location by
experienced staff. In addition to our traditional lessons, we have expanded to
include dance, visual arts, musical theater and enhanced group music lessons
through The Master’s Academy of Integrated Arts at Hawthorne. It is specially
designed for the highly artistic minded student who has a keen interest and bent
toward mastery in a variety of arts disciplines. Integration, project work,
collaboration, community outreach and uncompromising excellence are distinctive
of this program.
We offer both day time and afterschool classes, giving students and parents one-
stop access to one of the finest holistic arts education experiences in the area. We
make it a priority to take music and arts into the community, particularly
communities where music and arts education and enrichment is not easily
accessible or affordable, and strive to be role models and mentors to our students.
205 Lincoln Street
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 534-1255
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Huntsville Chamber Music Guild
Education Events
The goal of HCMG is to provide the community of Huntsville and the region of North Alabama
with a season of the highest quality musicianship and introduce young people to the joys of
classical music. To further tis goal, Educational Events are conducted in conjunction with each
performance by our artists. These events allow students of all ages to encounter and interact with
some of the world’s greatest musicians in a relaxed setting. During the event the artists will typi-
cally give an informal talk, hold a question and answer session, present a “mini” master class
and/or demonstrate their instrument, often playing excerpts from their coming performance. In
recent years we have had such luminaries of the classical world as Joshua Bell, Marilyn Horne,
Yo-Yo Ma, and Emanuel Ax perform and hold educational events. Often our events are followed
by a complimentary pizza party.
Admission
Free and open to the public.
The Educational Events are held for students and other music lovers free of charge!
And students who attend the event are offered complimentary tickets (as availability allows) for
the evening’s performance!
Where
Most HCMG Concerts and Educational Events are held in the sanctuary of Trinity United
Methodist Church, 607 Airport Road, Huntsville 35802.
HCMG works around our artist’s schedules and requirements for each concert. Please check our
website (www.hcmg.us) for the Educational Event details associated with each of the following
2016-2017 Season Concerts:
October 7, 2016, 7:30 – Ariel String Quartet
October 28, 2016, 7:30 – Philadelphia Brass Quintet
607 Airport Road
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 489-7415
www.hcmg.us
Contact: Robin Pesca
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Huntsville Chamber Music Guild
November 18, 2016, 7:30 - Anderson & Roe Piano Duo
January 20, 2017, 7:30 – National Symphony Orchestra Ukraine
February 10, 2017, 7:30 – Phillips, McDermott, Neubauer Trio
March 25, 2017, 5:30 – Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, chamber orchestra with
Inon Barnatan, piano
April 28, 2017, 7:30 – Quatuor Danel, string quartet
Please visit our website for much more information: www.hcmg.us
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Huntsville Community Drumline
The Mini-masters (grades 1st-4th): Practice on Tuesdays from 5-6. The focus of this group’s
instruction is learning to read music. They also learn to march and play the drums.
The Stickmasters (5th-9th graders): Practice from 6-8 Tuesdays and Thursdays. The focus of
their instruction is public performances.
Performing Team: After 6 months of training a Stickmaster is eligible to advance to the
performing team.
Private Drum Lessons: $80 a month for 30 minutes a week. Huntsville Community
Drumline does not charge for Stickmaster and Mini-master instructional programs. HCD is funded
through donations, sponsors, fundraising and grants.
If you would prefer to opt out of fundraising or
donating items such as chips, water, toilet
paper, paper towels, hand soap and tissues,
the cost is $40 per month for the Mini-masters
and $80 per month for Stickmasters. There is
a $180 uniform fee for the Stickmaster
Performing Team and a $12 Mini-master
uniform fee. We provide all of the equipment.
1800 Jordan Lane NW
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 430-5566
www.huntsvillecommunitydrumline.com
Contact: Angela Walker
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Huntsville Museum of Art
Bringing People and Art Together
Hours: CLOSED MONDAY; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday,
Friday, and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday; 12 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Admission*: Museum members and children under 5: FREE; Adults,
non-members: $10; Seniors, Active Military and Educators: $8; Groups of
10 or more: $7 per person; Children 6 and up and students: $5
Admission is $5 after 5 p.m. every Thursday! *Subject to change during
major touring exhibitions.
Group and School Tours Groups of 10 or more may take docent-led tours
by appointment with two-weeks notice. Call 256-535-4350 ext. 223.
Visit the Huntsville Museum of Art in our beautiful location in Big Spring
International Park. Take a stroll through our latest exhibitions, admire student artwork in the
Children’s Community Gallery, sign up for an art class at the Museum Academy, and shop for fun
items and artsy treasures at the Museum Store. Check the Museum’s website for additional
educational programs at hsvmuseum.org. North Alabama’s leading visual arts center fills its 15
galleries with a variety of traveling exhibitions and the work of nationally and regionally acclaimed
artists. The nationally accredited museum also presents shows from its own 3,063-piece
permanent collection. Named as one of the state’s Top 10 destinations by the Alabama Bureau of
Tourism and Travel, the Huntsville Museum of Art has gained a reputation throughout the South
for bringing high-caliber touring exhibitions to the region. In November 2010, in addition to
expanding its gallery and rental space, the Museum opened two interactive education galleries
called the Stender Family Interactive Education Galleries. The exciting and fun interactive
education galleries, ART LAB and A Walk Through Time, will be on continuous view. ART LAB
provides hands-on activities, which instruct visitors about the basic elements of art. A Walk
Through Time takes visitors on a journey through major events in art history and includes replicas
of famous works of art. Voted Alabama Magazine's Best of Bama Awards.
300 Church Street SW
Huntsville, Alabama 35801
(256) 535-4350
www.hsvmuseum.org
Contact: Laura E. Smith
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Huntsville Skating School and Training Academy
The Mission of the Skating School is to safely serve the community in all areas of skating with
excellence. The Huntsville Skating School offers a variety of services which include: Basic Skills,
Tots Classes, Adult Classes, Special Olympic Classes, Freestyle, Dance, Pairs, Ballet, and
Specialty Classes. In addition, the Huntsville Skating School is the only school in the state to offer
a Special Olympics program. Our Special Olympic skaters have been selected to represent the
US in the Special Olympics World Games. We offer four camps a year, fall, holiday, spring, and
summer. The school has two annual shows per year, one in the spring, and "Ava's One Wish" at
Christmas time. The Huntsville Skating School and the Skating Club of Huntsville co-host two
competitions per year. Rocket City Junior, a Basic Skills event in the spring, and the Rocket City
Classic Invitational in August. Skaters and Officials from Ohio, Kentucky, Georgia, Florida,
Tennessee, Mississippi, Texas, and Alabama attend. Everything listed above is available to all
Skating School Members.
3185 Leeman Ferry Rd. SW
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 883-3773
www.hsviceplex.org/
Contact: Dita Dotson-Bowser
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Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
THE SYMPHONY SCHOOL
The Symphony School provides quality musical instruction in orchestral strings. We strive to
remove obstacles to learning, and to encourage public and private schools in North Alabama to
establish curricula in string education. We also offer semi-private instruction in violin in various
cities throughout North Alabama. Students may be as young as five. Interviews or auditions may
be required for some programs.
VIOLIN PROGRAM IN THE SCHOOLS
The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra’s Third Grade Violin
Program, established in 1998, reaches thousands of students
across North Alabama today. The program enhances the
school’s curriculum by teaching reading, writing, also, math,
music theory, and music history, and by allowing the students
not only to listen to music but to participate in making it. The
program includes ten FREE lessons, each about 50 minutes in
length. Violins, teachers and curricula are provided.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
For those students who are interested, Symphony School
provides afterschool lessons at various times and locations in
Huntsville, Athens, Decatur, Hartselle, and Scottsboro.
700 Monroe Street
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 539-4818
www.hso.org
Contact: Sharon Hicks
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Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
HUNTSVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA MASTER CLASSES
Admission: FREE and open to the public
The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra presents Master Classes with distinguished guest artists
from around the world. Music students, teachers, and the general public are invited to attend
these events FREE of charge thanks to generous sponsors. Please check the HSO website for a
listing of upcoming master classes for the 2016-2017 season. The website is: www.hso.org.
OPUS TADPOLE
Produced by: The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra & The Little Gym
Contact: Sharon Hicks at [email protected]
Opus Tadpole is FREE and open to the public.
What sound does an oboe make? What is the difference between a flute and a piccolo? How
many strings are on a harp?
Children (and their parents and grandparents) can have fun
discovering the answers to these musical questions and more
during a twenty-minute presentation, Opus Tadpole, an
entertaining and interactive way for our youngest listeners to
learn about the instruments of the orchestra. Grownups will
also learn a thing or two! Each presentation begins at 10:15
a.m. in the Concert Hall Lobby and features warm-up
activities from the Little Gym until 10:30 a.m. From 10:30 a.m.
– 10:50 a.m., a musician from the HSO will share his/her
instrument. Participants are invited to stay for Sneak Previews at 11:00 a.m. (Sneak Previews
admission fee is $5, if you have not attended Opus Tadpole)
2017 Opus Tadpole Dates are:
January 21, 2017 • February 18, 2017 • April 1, 2017 • April 22, 2017
Note: On rare occasions, times and locations for Sneak Previews and Opus Tadpole activities
may change. Please call or check the website to confirm scheduling.
YOUNG ARTISTS AUDITIONS
The Young Artists Auditions provide an opportunity to perform in a public forum and give
recognition to dedicated young musicians for their talent and accomplishments. For the
Preliminary Round, students should submit the Young Artists Audition online application, a digital
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copy of their performance and a non-refundable application fee of $82 no later than Friday,
October 28, 2016. The online application along with new rules and regulations for the audition
can be found at www.hso.org under the “Education & Community” heading.
Registration due: Friday, October 28, 2016
Young Artists Audition: Final Round - January 8, 2017, 2:00 p.m., Roberts Hall on the campus of
UAH
Eligibility
Overall winners of the Young Artists Auditions are not eligible to compete in the auditions on ANY
instrument during the season immediately following their selection. Any student through
twelfth grade in ONE of the following categories is eligible to compete:
• A resident of one of the following counties: Alabama: Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Franklin,
Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Morgan, Winston.
Tennessee: Giles, Franklin, Lincoln.
• A member of the Huntsville Youth Orchestra or Huntsville Symphony Orchestra.
• A son, daughter, or ward of a member of the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra.
• A student of a music teacher residing in Madison County, Alabama.
• A student of a member of the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra.
For their students to be eligible, teachers must contact the HSO Director of Education, Sharon
Hicks at [email protected] or 256-539-4818
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Huntsville Symphony Orchestra Guild
Young People’s Concerts & FREE Family Concert
Young People’s Concerts are FREE to all fourth-grade students in the Huntsville City Schools.
The FREE Family Concert is open and FREE to the public on Saturday, February 4, 2017. Both
concerts are held in the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall. Visit www.hso.org to register your class.
The Young People’s Concerts are exciting fourth grade field trips on Thursday, February 2, 2017,
and Friday, February 3, 2017. The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra guarantees a fun-filled
concert that will entertain and inform audiences of all ages. The FREE Family Concert is an
exciting performance sponsored in part by the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra Guild. It features
the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra and may include soloists from the Young Artists Auditions.
The concert is on Saturday, February 4, 2017, at 11:00 am., with pre-concert activities for ages
3—12 that begin at 9:30 am. This one hour concert will have you dancing in your seats!
700 Monroe Street
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 539-4818
www.hsoguild.com
Contact: Ivy Downs Albert
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Huntsville Youth Orchestra
The Huntsville Youth Orchestra (HYO) nurtures the musical, social
and educational development of young musicians from the
Tennessee Valley in an orchestral setting. The programs instill
cooperation, discipline and patience, developing young musicians
into appreciative listeners and participants in an enjoyable
environment. HYO has a total of seven ensembles, three
orchestras for auditioned students and four smaller groups
for beginning to intermediate level strings, and has students from
elementary to high school aged youth. Students are welcome to join
most ensembles throughout the year. Under the direction of five
conductors, the orchestras of the Huntsville Youth Orchestra per-
form in a variety of settings, which include scheduled fall, winter and spring concerts, as well as
holiday and special performances. Concerts are generally free and open to the public.
P.O. Box 2532
Huntsville, AL 35804
(256) 880-0622
www.huntsvilleyouthorchestra.org
Contact: Deborah Brown,
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Independent Musical Productions
On October 13 and 14 at 9:30 a.m. Independent Musical Productions will provide field trip
opportunities for the production of A Year with Frog and Toad. IMP's 50th production, A Year with
Frog and Toad is an area favorite. Often requested by educators, this wonderful tale brings the
stories of Arnold Lobel to life, adding another dynamic aspect to the written page. These stories
are currently part of the State of Alabama curriculum and give IMP the opportunity to provide low
cost field trips for school systems of North Alabama. A Year with Frog and Toad was nominated
for three Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Please note the early curtain time for the evening
performances! Tickets are $6 per student for groups of 10 or more and free for teachers. $10 per
seat for additional adults. Cost is $8.00 if student is not part of a group.
520 Green Cove Rd.
P. O. Box 12838
Huntsville, AL 35816-2838
(256) 415-7469
www.imphuntsville.org
Contact: Susan Stricklin
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Land Trust of North Alabama
Land Trust of North Alabama, our state's first land trust, is the only local organization dedicated to
preserving natural lands, fresh water resources, and wildlife habitat in ten counties of North
Alabama. Residents and visitors alike enjoy wildflowers, waterfalls, and wonder on 60+ miles of
free public trails offered on the Land Trust’s five Nature Preserves. You'll find scenic views and
vistas, streams and fishing ponds, history sites, and quiet forests for excellent birding and
contemplation.
Our flagship 1,107 acre Monte Sano
Nature Preserve is one of the largest
urban nature preserves in the country!
It's also the iconic green backdrop for
downtown Huntsville and is only 1.2
miles from Big Spring Park. A special
feature of Monte Sano Nature Preserve
is Three Caves, a former limestone
quarry with exceptional acoustic
features. The "Concerts at Three Caves"
series brings world-class performers to
this one-of-a-kind venue at the base of
Monte Sano. The Land Trust provides the award-winning “Tuesdays on the Trail”
environmental education programs in June and July. Geared toward elementary age children and
accompanying adults, this series CELEBRATES the unique biodiversity of North Alabama in
order to INSPIRE the next generation of land stewards to PROTECT our natural heritage. Most
programs are free and fill quickly. Guided hikes on preserved Land Trust properties are provided
in the spring and fall. Hikes are led by seasoned expert leaders. All hikes are open to the public
and are free of charge. Members Only events offer exploration of properties not open to the
public.
2707 Artie St SW Ste 6
Huntsville, Alabama 35805
(256) 534-5263
www.LandTrustNAL.org
Contact: Cathie Mayne
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Land Trust of North Alabama
Need a speaker? Land Trust staff and volunteers are eager to tell the Land Trust story
and highlight our important conservation mission. Group or corporate team building events are
also available. Each program is built around your specific requirements. Your crew could learn
about trail building, best-practices stewardship, native flora and fauna - all while enjoying some
time together outdoors and creating a lasting legacy for the Tennessee Valley. The Roman
dramatist Seneca said, "all art is but imitation of nature." Reconnect with nature and make some
amazing memories by hiking/biking/picnicking on a Land Trust Nature Preserve!
See you on a trail soon!
Photo by Tim Gels
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Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment is the largest art center of its kind in the southeast. It is a
constantly expanding creative center in Huntsville, Alabama, providing patrons with art, music,
performances, and much more. For ten years and counting Lowe Mill has supported a diverse
creative community dedicated to the free expression of the arts in Huntsville, and we continue to
grow, interact, and inspire. Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment features 200+ artists in 132 working
studios, where patrons are welcome to come in, talk with the artists, see them work, and
purchase art. From painters to potters, textiles to cigar box guitar makers, there is guaranteed to
be something for everyone. Lowe Mill provides a space for the community to experience art,
interact and explore new aspects of the creative realm. If you’re inspired to hone your craft or
learn a new one, many of our artists offer classes that are open to the public. Whether you are
beginner or advanced, trying something new or honing a skill, our artists have a wealth of
knowledge they are eager to share with you. The arts are accessible to everyone at Lowe Mill,
through studio interaction and at our ongoing artist exhibits located in our six free galleries
throughout the facility. With the expansion of Lowe Mill, we have also created a classroom space
that is available for outside rental. This 70 seat classroom comes equipped with tables and
chairs, a wipe board, a TV, and easels. If you have a skill you'd like to share, you can rent out the
classroom and lead your own class! Within our
walls we have artists collaboratives such as the
Flying Monkey Arts, Green Pea Press, and the
Huntsville Art League. We also have a variety of
independent businesses throughout the building
that are becoming staples in the Huntsville
community, such as Happy Tummy, Tangled String
Studio, Vertical House Records, Nickel Cigar Box
Guitars, Karma Rags, Pizzelle’s Confections and
more. We invite you to visit these community
minded businesses and explore the rest of the
building at your leisure.
2211 Seminole Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35805
(256) 533-0399
www.lowemill.net
Contact: Marcia Freeland
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Musicology School of Music
Musicology is the largest private music school in North Alabama offering private
music lessons in the following: Piano, Voice, Guitar, Percussion, Strings, Banjo,
Mandolin, Flute, Clarinet, and Saxophone. Musicology also offers a Rock Band pro-
gram for the Students of Musicology ages 9-18.
7445 Hwy 72
Madison, Al 35758
(256) 256-6099
musicologyschoolofmusic.com
Contact: Eric Brown
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Nomadic Tapestry
Magnolia S.E.E.D.s
S.E.E.D.s is an after-school program for young women (13-18 yrs). The class meets 2 days a
week throughout the school year. Participants will receive instruction in American Tribal Style
Dance and will use journals and talking circles to discuss a range of issues including self-esteem,
body-image, financial independence, and personal goals. There will be performance
opportunities throughout the year.
Classes: Class will meet regularly on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 4:00-6:00
PM. The program will run from September through the middle of May. There will be no classes
during most school holidays, including Winter and Spring
breaks. Classes will take place at Nomadic Tapestry 1219
C Jordan Lane in Huntsville AL.
Program Cost: Though the S.E.E.D.s program is run
mostly on grants and donations. We do ask for students to
make a monthly contribution to help us cover basic costs.
We are requesting of each student a monthly payment of
$80. There are some scholarships available. Please
contact us if you have questions. If you are looking to
make a payment for classes or workshops, please see our
Magnolia S.E.E.D.s payment page.
What to Wear: Wear dance attire or comfortable
clothing (No jeans). There will be a lot of movement and
stretching. Also, because this dance form focuses on the
hips and abdomen, it is best to wear clothing that makes
this area visible. However, bare midriffs are not required.
No shoes.
1219 C Jordan Lane NW
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 318-0169
www.nomadictapestry.com
Contact: Lisa Wylie
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Panoply Arts Festival Arts Huntsville
Panoply School Days
Friday, April 28, 2017
Panoply is the Southeast’s premier arts weekend where Huntsville’s innovative spark shines
through a festival of art, music and more! Students in grades 2-4 will enjoy having the beautiful
Big Spring Park for their classroom and the day’s lessons taught through different areas of the
arts. They will see performances and live demonstrations from local artists and tour the Student
Art Tent to see the masterpieces of their fellow students in the Huntsville –Madison County area.
STEAM lessons learned through Panoply School Days activities are included in curriculum
guides for teacher use.
Admission: Cost is $2.00 per student in Huntsville/Madison
County, private and home school groups. $4 per student for
schools outside Madison County.
Registration: For registration information, call 256-519-2787
or visit www.artshuntsville.org.
Volunteer Opportunities for high school students: Sign up
your high school organization, club, team or individual students for
volunteer shifts at Panoply by calling 256-519-2787 or emailing
Lisa Bollinger at [email protected]
700 Monroe St. SW, Suite 2
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 519-2787
www.artshuntsville.org
Contact: Lisa Bollinger
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Randolph School
Randolph’s Thurber Arts Center, located on the School’s Garth Road campus, frequently opens
its doors to the Huntsville arts community as the site for numerous artistic and educational
connections. This venue is a site for productions, exhibits, and concerts from our school groups,
but also hosts numerous performance ensembles and guests from the Huntsville community and
beyond. Past partnerships include the Army Materiel Command Band, Huntsville Symphony
Orchestra, Huntsville Library Association, Huntsville Community Chorus, Brass Band of
Huntsville, TEDX Huntsville and others.
Randolph School believes the arts connect, challenge and change people. We are proud to be a
member of Arts Huntsville and to do our part in bringing performers and supporters of the arts
together in meaningful collaborations.
Below is a list of the major events taking place in the Thurber Arts Center in 2016-2017:
4915 Garth Road
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 799-6100
www.randolphschool.net
Contact: Sue Samuels
Theatre Machina August 26, 2016 The second annual Theatre Machina is a full day of technical theatre workshops. Open to all
middle and high school theatre students and their teachers, the event will run from 8:30 am until
5:00 pm. Guest artists from the Huntsville and surrounding areas will be on hand to offer such
topics as scenic rigging, lighting, scene design, costuming, construction techniques, directing and
choreography.
Cost is $21 for students and one teacher per school is free. Registration will be be active on the
Randolph website at the end of July. www.randolphschool.net Students must attend with a
teacher or parent.
For more information, email Connie Voight at [email protected]
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The Yellow Boat
October 21-23, 2016
Tickets will be available at www.showtix4u.com Suitable for all ages.
The Yellow Boat is based on the true story of Benjamin Saar, who was born with hemophilia and
died in 1987 at the age of 8 of AIDS-related complications. The play was written by Bejamin’s
father, David Saar, who is the founder of Childsplay and its artistic director. Along with the joys
and sorrows of a “normal” childhood, the play traces Benjamin’s short life as he and his family
face the special challenges of hemophilia and contracting HIV through a blood transfusion. We
see Benjamin admitted to the hospital, where, with the help of Joy, a Child Life Specialist, he is
able to form a team with the doctors and nurses in order to participate more fully in his treatment.
A uniquely gifted artist, Benjamin’s imagination transformed his physical and emotional pain into
a blaze of colors and shapes in his fanciful drawings and paintings that inspired all those around
him. The story is told through Benjamin’s eyes and his artwork. The play is a celebration of a
child’s life and a tribute to all children. Though it touches on and sensitively explores the serious
issues of death and dying and AIDS, this is a play about living. It is about the power of
imagination and art to transform our lives and make them full of color, energy, humor and hope.
Moby Dick the Musical
April 7-9, 2017
Tickets @ www.showtix4u.com. Suitable for all ages.
Cult hit Moby Dick! The Musical is a giant over-the-top retelling of the classic novel. Originally
produced by the legendary Cameron Mackintosh, this audience favorite played the West End in
1992. This goofy romp does to Herman Melville what Young Frankenstein does to midnight
horror movies!
The girls of St. Godley's School are in trouble! Money for the school has run out and the place will
have to close. Leave it to these resourceful girls, and their unflappable headmistress, to come up
with a plan to keep the school afloat. Using whatever they can find at hand, the girls mount an
original production as a fundraiser: a musical version of Moby Dick, featuring their headmistress
in the coveted role of Captain Ahab.
Please visit randolphschool.net for more information and event times.
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Solomon’s Academy
Currently, all programs have a five students to one educator ratio. My students are very involved
in their learning process by having discussions with essential questions concerning the topics,
practice by doing and implementing Garner's Multiple Intelligence perspectives and projects with
emphasis in teaching others. Programs are thematic, and holistic with hands-on, project based
exploration. Discussions are implemented throughout the class with opportunities to teach
others. With the small class size (five or less), I am able to adapt the lessons and present a
variety of levels. I request input from the parents and adjust lessons immediately when
necessary. As teachable moments occur, there is immediate discussion and application to
previous skills.
Uniquely Made Plans Program: The Uniquely Made Plans Program is unique educational
choice available in Madison County, Alabama. As a parent, you may choose public school,
private school or homeschool as the educational path for your child. What if you want the
uniqueness and personalized education of homeschooling, yet aren't interested in homeschooling
personally? What do you do? You seek out educators to educate your unique child.
Uniquely Made Plans program is designed to create personalized learning goals for the child and
achieving the goals at the child's pace. When the child and family are determining their learning
journeys, the whole family wins. Most of the curriculum and supplies are included to coincide for
the number of days In attendance. The number of days will determine a plan to reinforce skills
taught for the "at home time." A Uniquely Made Plan is developed through consultations,
assessments, and child interest.
Preschool (Early School): 3-7 year olds; Selected Fridays 9:00-12:00 | $22 each class
Elementary Homeschool Classes: Ages 7-12; Tuesdays 12:30-3:30; 15 classes, Pay by
semester: $300/$22 a class. 10% sibling discount.
Spring 2017—17 classes Pay by semester: $345/$22 a class. 10% sibling discount.
3512 Highway 72 East
Brownsboro, Alabama 35741
(256) 656-4769
www.solomonsacademyhuntsville.com
Contact: Lisa Culbertson
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Solomon’s Academy
Elementary Homeschool Sessions
Ages 6-12 Wednesdays; 12:30-3:30
Fall 2016:
October 12, 19, 26—Artful Writing; $66
November 2, 9, 16—Transportation; $66
November 30, December 7, &14—Christmas
Around the World; $66
Spring 2017
March 1, 8—Water Cycle; $44
March 22, 29, April 5—Human Body; $66 (4
openings)
April 12, 19, 26—Insects; $66
May 3, 10, 17—Patricia Polacco’s Books; $66
Middle School Science/Social Studies/Writing Combo
11-14 year olds, Wednesdays 12:30-4:00; Thursdays 12:30-4:00; 10% Sibling Discount.
Class requirements include: projects, research, presentations, experiments, group discussions,
group work, connections to social studies and expository writing.
Fall Semester
Earth Science: Wednesdays. Fee: $175; August 17,24,31, September 7,14,21,28
Life Science: Thursdays. Fee: $325; August 18, 25, September 1,8,15,22,29, October 13, 20, 27,
November 3, 10, 17
Spring Semester
Space Science: Wednesdays. Fee: $175; January 11,18,25, February 1,8,15,22
Physical Science: Thursdays. Fee: $350; January 19, 26, February 2,9,16,23, March 2,9,23,30,
April 6,13,20,27
Parents' Night Out: 5:30-9:30; $25; Ages 3-13; 10% Sibling discount. The children will be
engaged in a craft and/or educational hands-on related activities to the theme. Pizza or
sandwiches, themed food snacks and a documentary or movie related to the theme will be
provided.
Parents' Afternoon Out: 12:30 - 3:30; Selected Mondays; $18; 3-13 year olds;10% sibling
discount. Drop off program. Your children will be able to explore the various hands-on materials,
games, lessons assistance, time for lessons work, reading, explorations, artwork, etc.
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St. John Paul II Catholic High School Theatre
The Drama program at St. John Paul II Catholic High School strives to give students
a creative outlet in which to grow and showcase their God-given talents. There are
multiple opportunities available each year to participate on-stage, back-stage or
both! The department sponsors a full length fall play, spring musical, Broadway
Review, student talent show, open mic nights, and a spring one-act play. Each year,
the Drama program participates in both the Trumbauer Theatre Festival and the
Alabama Thespian Festival. At both festivals, students may compete in any number
of performances or technical events, attend workshops and perform in either a one-
act play or full length play competition.
Fall Play – October 21-22, 2016
Broadway Revue – February 24-25, 2017
Spring Musical – April 21-22, 2017
7301Old Madison Pike
Huntsville, AL 3506
(256) 430-1760
www.jp2falcons.org
Contact: Vincent Paragone
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Summer Show-Offs
Summer Show-Offs is a Music Performance Day-Camp for rising 1st - 12th Grade
students. Our goal is to build confidence and character through song and dance.
We strive to give students the opportunity to perform in an exciting, encouraging,
and professional environment. By giving each student a solo, Summer Show-Offs
helps all performers explore and develop their talents and abilities. Summer Show-
Offs is in its 27th year and offers camp in Birmingham, Huntsville, Auburn,
Montgomery, Atlanta, and Jackson, MS. Registration opens in early December.
806 Watts Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 604-0820
www.summershowoffs.com
Contact: Carolyn Bakke
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Tennessee Valley Civil War Round Table
Are you a teacher who wants help with lesson plans or presentations? A pack or
troop leader who wants to teach your scouts about the Civil War? An organizational
leader who wants a speaker to clear away myths and misinformation about the
times? Just someone who wants to know more about this seminal event in our
nation’s history? We can help! Please call 256-278-5533 for information and
scheduling. We have over 150 members -- men and women; students, professional
and academe; high school grads to PhDs; working and retired; experienced
presenters and published authors. We can provide subject matter experts,
speakers, assistance, and reenactors in period garb and uniform.
If you have questions, we can direct you to print and electronic resources. You are
welcome to attend our meetings that feature academic speakers and published
historians. We are members of your community dedicated to learning,
understanding, and communicating to others the American Civil War its many
dimensions -- not just its causes and campaigns, and its battles and leaders, but
also the people -- their culture, customs, music, and life.
70910 Memorial Parkway, Suite F1
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 278-5533
www.tvcwrt.org
Contact: Emil Posey
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The Artworks Studio
Rita Campbell has a BS degree in art education from Middle Tennessee State
University and has taught in the City schools systems of Kansas City, MO as well
as Athens, AL. She worked with homeschool children and community adults to
encourage creativity and unique artistic expression. Public and private classes are
available for all ages in drawing, painting, emotional art therapy, and unique
creativity. Local artists are offered the opportunity to meet weekly in her studio at
Lake Ida Naturally in Athens and draw together from a live clothed model and learn
from each other. Plans are being made to involve the community creatively at this
new venue for the arts. Please keep watch at the new website for events and plans
forthcoming!
Lake Ida Naturally
101 Lindsay Lane
Athens, AL 35613
(256) 233-4849
TheArtworksStudio.co.com
Contact: Rita Campbell
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UAH—Department of Art, Art History, and Design
The Department of Art, Art History, and Design has a highly qualified faculty and an exciting and
diverse student body. Our spacious, well-equipped studios and classrooms are located in Wilson
and Roberts Halls. We have three gallery spaces, each with a different character, in which we
host student shows as well as exhibitions by regionally and nationally recognized artists.
Mentoring and Professional Training: When asked what they like the most about our
department, most of our students and graduates say it's our emphasis on one-on-one mentoring
and the professional training that we've built into our program.
Hands-On Experience: Our capstone courses provide start-to-finish team projects for real
clients in web design and game development. In addition, our professional practices course
introduces many career paths; hands-on experience in design, promotion, and gallery manage-
ment; and the development of portfolios to use after graduation.
Internships: We know that practical experience as an artist is invaluable, which is why we
encourage all of our students to intern with local business. These can range from advertising
agencies like Younger Associates to individual businesses with design needs like Sterling Health
and Benefield Homes to public institutions like the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Merrimack
Hall. Some of our students even work right here on campus in our Continuing Education
Department and the Student Life office.
Graduate Studies: Many of our students choose to pursue art at the graduate level and
thanks to their high-quality work and the close mentoring of our faculty, almost 90% of them are
accepted into the programs they want with full assistantships and living stipends.
The UAH Department of Art, Art History, and Design, an accredited institutional member of the
National Association of Schools of Art and Design, is dedicated to preparing students with the
knowledge and skills necessary for pursuing lives as artists, designers, and art historians who will
be creative, inquisitive, and well-rounded individuals, conscious of the important role that artistic
endeavor and intellectual pursuit plays within their lives and throughout our culture.
Wilson Hall 160B
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville, AL 35899
(256) 824-6114
www.uah.edu/ahs/departments/art
Contact: Dr. Lillian Joyce [email protected]
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UAH—Department of Music
UAH's Department of Music prepares musicians for careers as performers,
educators, composers, church musicians, and music industry professionals. We
enable all students, regardless of major, to pursue the art and beauty of music
while honing the interpersonal and communication skills vital to every career.
Noted for quality instruction by nationally and internationally renowned faculty, and
an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music,
the Department offers eight music programs, performance ensembles, and over
150 music performances each year. So whether you are a current or prospective
student, a curious amateur musician, or a community appreciator of music, let your
voice be heard at UAH.
102 Roberts Hall
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville, AL 35899
(256) 824-6436
www.uah.edu/music
Contact: David Ragsdale
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UAH—Professional Development Solutions
Interior Design Certificate
Visualize beautiful and functional surroundings created by you. Learn the foundations of design
through lectures, problem-solving projects, and field trips. Grasp the essentials of color, design
elements, and design principles, and explore design history, fabric and interior materials, and
window treatments. From an architectural perspective, acquire an understanding of lighting, basic
drawing and drafting, and reading blue prints. All courses are now available evenings! Take one
course or the complete program.
Certificate Awarded After Completion of:
Building a Foundation in Interior Design – 25 hours, $395: Gain an introduction to interior
design’s basic principles. Learn about furniture arrangement and selection, basic color schemes
and the color wheel, window treatments, accessory application, lighting, floor coverings and the
use of interior materials. In two field trips, learn in depth about paint applications and the newest
styles in carpet, tile, and cabinets. September 13 – November 15, 2016 | T | 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Applying Design Principles and Elements – 25 hours, $395: Focus on developing advanced
color schemes and combining patterns in upholstery, drapery, and rugs. Learn different types of
fabrics, their serviceability, functions, and interior application and how to combine textures,
patterns, and formality of fabrics. Study defining exterior color and line with residential exterior
styles. Participate in field trips learning about lighting and rugs/floor coverings. Prerequisite:
Building a Foundation in Interior Design January 10 – March 21, 2017 | T | 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Design and Architecture – 20 hours, $325: Learn how architecture and interior design are
interwoven and how architectural detailing makes a building unique. Explore residential and
commercial architectural styles and types including historical and contemporary designs. March
28 – May 16, 2017 | T | 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
College of Professional and Continuing
Studies—UAH
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville, AL 35899
(256) 824- 4430
www.PCS.uah.edu
Contact: Lane Fabby
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UAH—Professional Development Solutions
SketchUp Your Design – 12 hours, $325: Learn to build computer generated models of interior
spaces with ease in this hands-on course utilizing Google SketchUp to convey your design ideas
and boost your design capabilities. Practice placing existing model assemblies of windows,
doors, and more, while viewing and developing interior spaces in detail. Prerequisite:
Fundamental experience with computers June 6 – 15, 2017 | T, Th | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Interior Space Planning – 20 hours, $325: Smart interior space planning is key to creating
maximum impact in rooms. Instruction and practical, hands-on training introduce you to the
fundamentals of space planning and its application in solving design problems. Learn about
scale, architectural drawing fundamentals, and creative problem solving. Discover how to convey
your own design solutions using pencil and paper. July 11 – August 29, 2017 | T |
5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
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UAH—Speakers Bureau
Faculty members of the UAH College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences are
ready to share their knowledge, ideas, and talents via in-class talks and demonstra-
tions to local schools. There is no charge for these presentations.
Our professors can present on a range of topics, including:
Topics and instructions for requesting a speaker can be found at www.uah.edu/ahs/
speakers-bureau.
UAH Speakers Bureau presentations are FREE!
UAH Speakers Bureau
College of Arts, Humanities & Social
Sciences
301 Sparkman Dr. NW, Morton Hall 325
Huntsville, AL 35899
(256) 824-6200
Contact: Dr. Andrew Cling
www.uah.edu/ahs/community-resources/
speakers-bureau
Art
Literature
Social Media
Music
History
Government/Politics
Foreign Languages
Philosophy Globalization
World Cultures
Sociology
The Meaning of Higher Education
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U.S. Space and Rocket Center
The Science of Archimedes
Aug. 6, 2016 – Feb. 12, 2017
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is the site for the world
premier of The Science of Archimedes Exhibition. The
awarding-winning Artisans of Florence International
company created this traveling exhibit that brings to life the
inventions and scientific discoveries of Archimedes, the
“Father of Modern Science.”
More than 140 items, including 70 models, in this hands-on
exhibit take visitors on a journey through history and science
through machines of the ancient world designed for
everything from warfare to capturing the power of energy.
With computer-modeled animations, interactive machines
and an activity station for ages 3 to 14, this exhibit is for all ages.
Daily Space Adventure: Daily field trips are designed to introduce students and adults to
the dramatic history of space exploration, from early spaceflight to the shuttle program and
beyond! Groups of 15 or more can embark on this daylong adventure. There are four different
options for a Daily Space Adventure. All packages include the following:
Entrance to U.S. Space and Rocket Center • Shuttle Park • Rocket Park
Public Simulators • Featured Exhibition
Options to add a movie and lunch are available.
Please call (256) 837-3400, ext. 7140 for details and pricing.
Ultimate Field Trip: Your classroom curriculum comes alive when your students enjoy the
Ultimate Field Trip at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center! The USSRC houses more than 1,500
artifacts from America’s space program including an authentic Saturn V moon rocket and
Pathfinder, the world’s only full-scale space shuttle stack as well as “the finest rocket collection in
1 Tranquility Base
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 837-3400 ext. 7140
www.rocketcenter.com/groups
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U.S. Space and Rocket Center
the world” as expressed by U.S. Senator and retired astronaut John Glenn. Bring your student
groups for a unique and inspiring -day of interactive simulators, exhibits, and a hands-on STEAM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) curriculum based lab! The Ultimate
Field Trip program labs are correlated to National Standards.
Activities:
Entrance to U.S. Space and Rocket Center • Shuttle Park • Rocket Park • Public
Simulators • Lunch • IMAX® or National Geographic Theater Digital Movie
Featured Exhibition • Guided Museum Tour • Hands-on Lab with Instructor
Field trip programs are offered year-round. Please call 256-837-3400, ext. 7140 for details and
pricing.
Would you like to bring your group for an extended experience?
One-night
Surveyor is a great way for larger groups to experience the excitement of spaceflight! Surveyor is
a one-night, structured educational adventure that allows students, educators, and
chaperones the opportunity to explore the U.S. Space & Rocket Center.
Trainees prepare for a tumble spin on the Multi-Axis Trainer and experience the Five Degrees of
Freedom Chair. They also have a science briefing that is correlated to STEAM national education
standards. The Surveyor program is for grades 1-8. Please call 256-837-3400, ext. 7137 for de-
tails and pricing.
Two-night
For an even longer experience, the Pathfinder program provides an exciting introduction to
Space Camp or Aviation Challenge Camp in a three-day, two-night program for groups of 12 or
more in the 4th through 8th grade. Please call 256-837-3400, ext. 7137 for details and pricing.
Weeklong
This traditional Space Camp, Aviation Challenge or Space Camp Robotics program is an
Immersive experience for students for students 4th through 12th grade. Whether they’re training
like an astronaut at Space Camp, a pilot at Aviation Challenge or learning the world or
engineering at Space Camp Robotics, the students work as a team and learn leadership skills
and the importance of studying science, technology, engineering, math and the arts. Please call
256-837-3400, ext. 7217 for details and pricing.
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Homeschool Series & Educator Program
Our Homeschool Adventure Series offers lessons rich in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art
and Mathematics. The series consists of themed courses that take place over five consecutive
Thursdays. The Homeschool Adventure Day is a homeschool-exclusive Ultimate Field Trip, de-
signed with age-appropriate STEAM curriculum.
Space is limited. For details and pricing, please call 256-837-3400, ext. 7140. Find more
information online at www.rocketcenter.com/homeschool.
Space Academy for Educators is an intense five-day experience offered June through August.
Educators participate in workshops, train for a simulated space mission, and learn to move in
space on the astronaut training simulators. This program includes NASA content and is correlat-
ed to NGSS. Completion of this program earns up to 45 hours of professional development credit
and gives educators access to their own website with lesson plans, standards, and tips needed to
adapt many of the workshop activities to individual class environments. Find more information at
www.spacecamp.com/educators.
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Valley Conservatory
Valley Conservatory is a music service center with
programs designed to develop all aspects of a
student’s mind, body and character. We incorporate the
holistic approach to developing the total student through the medium of music. Our
philosophy is that the aesthetic and technical aspects of music can be used to
teach concepts and principles from academic, physical, spiritual and social realms.
Providing services in the arts to the Huntsville/
Madison County area since 1998, Valley
Conservatory offers:
• Music lessons to Pre-K through adult students in
piano, strings, brass,
woodwinds, percussion, voice and guitar
• Music education programs, extra curricular and
academic
• Arts learning and exploration through camps and workshops
• Customized art experiences for after school programs
• A Lyceum series, jam sessions and exhibits offered to the public
• Home School Band Program
• Valley Conservatory Booking Agency – Musicians for hire for any type of event or
occasion
5650 Sanderson St. Ste. B
Huntsville, AL 35805
5732 US Hwy 431
Hampton Cove, AL 35741
(256) 534-3131
valleyconservatory.com
Contact: Renee Collins
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Vanessa Miller Fine Art
Vanessa Miller Fine Art specializes in Plein air/outdoor painting teaching and
workshops. Vanessa teaches students the basics in outdoor painting techniques as
well as studio, still life oil painting. Basics of the oil painting process is taught using
a limited palette.
Call to schedule a group or a one-on-one
teaching lesson.
1416 Monterrey Dr
huntsville, al 35801
(256) 468-5176
www.vanessamillerfineart
Contact: vanessa miller
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Weeden House Museum and Garden
The Weeden House Museum, located in Huntsville’s historic Twickenham District, was the home
of several distinguished early Huntsvillians. The aim of the museum is to present the fine
architectural features of this 1819 Federal style house and to share the life of Maria Howard
Weeden, a famous poet and watercolorist, who resided in the house from 1846-1905.
Fees: $3.00 per student, no charge for chaperones or teachers.
Educational Tours
The Weeden House Museum showcases the works of Maria Howard Weeden, artist and poet
acclaimed for her watercolor paintings of former slaves and the poems that captured their
stories. Original works hang on the walls of this antebellum home and a sampling of her poems
is read during tours. Through her short poems, the people she painted come to life with their
personalities and relatable stories.
Built in 1819 and listed on the National
Register of Historic Places, the house
served as Ms. Weeden’s lifelong
residence. Students learn how the
residents lived prior to modern
conveniences and are guided through
what was happening in Huntsville
during the lives of the home’s
residents; the city’s growth, how people
made their livings, where they shopped,
how they got their food, when Union
Army Officers moved in and how life
varied after the Civil War.
300 Gates Ave
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 536-7718
www.weedenhousemusem.com
Contact: Tim Higgins
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Additional Resources
For a full directory of Arts Huntsville members, please visit our website at
www.artshuntsville.org/arts-directory.
From there, you can explore the wide range of performing and visual arts
organizations, small businesses, individual artists and attractions that
make up Arts Huntsville membership.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact our office at
(256) 519-2787.
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Arts Huntsville stimulates and supports community creativity and
engagement by advancing the arts, entertainment and culture to enrich
quality of life, education, and economic development in the greater
Huntsville metropolitan region.
To connect with Arts Huntsville, follow us on social media at:
@artshuntsville
Or explore our website at www.artshuntsville.org.
Published 7/25/2016