PRIVATE MUSIC
INSTRUCTION
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.
MUSIC THEORY CLASS
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 45minute 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
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
ART CLASSES AND
WORKSHOPS
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
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
COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIPS
The Oswego Family YMCA
and Fox River Academy
have been community
partners since 2009.
Oswego YMCA members
receive a discount on music 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.
Instructor: Lauren Tokar
Age Level: Elementary
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 complete 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.
= 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
Contact our main office for more information
about our community partners.
FALL PASTEL WORKSHOPS
Instructor: Heidi Miller
Age Level: Elementary
OUT OF THIS
WORLD
IN OUTER
SPACE
Sat., Sept. 19th
10:30am-12:30 pm
$30
FALL
PUMPKIN
PATCH
Sat., Oct. 10th
10:30am12:30pm $30
In our various “Pastel Workshops”, artists
will learn how to blend, layer, and add
shading and tone with using chalk and oil
pastels.
CARTOON ANIMAL
SUPERHEROES
Instructor: Zack Hampton
Age Level: Elementary
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 superhero 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!
(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
GRAPHIC NOVEL ANIMAL
SUPERHEROES
Instructor: Zack Hampton
Age Level: Junior High & High School
Workshops (choose one):
Saturday, October 3rd, 1-3pm
$30
Saturday, November 7th, 1-3pm $30
Saturday, December 5th, 1-3pm $30
Saturday, January 23rd, 1-3pm $30
Students will learn about form,
function, and design in this
introductory workshop. Basic jewelry
making techniques will be demonstrated, 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.
(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.
JEWELRY MAKING
FOR KIDS
Instructor: Chrissy Schoeberlein
Age Level: Elementary
Workshops (choose one):
Saturday, Sept. 26th, 1:00-3:00pm $33
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
Instructor: Chrissy Schoeberlein
Age Level: Elementary & Junior High
Saturday, Nov. 14th, 10:30-12:30pm $33
Saturday, Jan. 30th, 10:30-12:30pm $33
ACRYLIC ANIMALS
ON CANVAS
Instructor: Chrissy Schoeberlein
Age Level: Elementary & Junior High
Workshops (choose one):
Saturday, Sept. 29th, 10:30-12:30pm $30
Saturday, November 21st, 1-3pm $30
Saturday, Feb. 20th, 10:30-12:30pm $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
Age Level: Elementary
PENGUINS ON ICESaturday, Jan. 30th,
1-3pm $33
PUMPKIN LANTERNSaturday, October 24th
1-3pm $33
HEART KEEPSAKE BOXESSaturday, Feb. 13th,
1-3pm $33
“THUMB” OWLSSaturday, Nov. 14th
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.
SNOWMEN FAMILIESSaturday, Dec. 12th,
1-3pm $33
ORNAMENT MAKING
WORKSHOP
WINTER WATERCOLOR &
PASTEL EXPLORATION
Instructor: Heidi Miller
Saturday, Dec. 19th, 10:30-12:30pm
$25 All Ages
Instructor: Heidi Miller
Age Level: Elementary
Saturday, Feb. 6th, 10:30-12:30pm $30
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.
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
Instructor: Heidi Miller
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.
PASTEL WORKSHOP-PET
PORTRAITS
Instructor: Heidi Miller
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.
Encouraging Appreciation of the
Arts through Education Since 2003
The Fox River Academy of Music and
Art
is
located
in
Oswego,
Illinois
(near
Yorkville,
Montgomery, Plainfield, Aurora,
and Naperville). Since 2003, we have
encouraged arts appreciation through
experience in private and group study,
p e r f o r m a nc e
p a r t i c ip a ti o n
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.
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.