School of Music

Faculty

Voice Department: R.L. Rowsey; Jim Watkinson
String Department: Jennifer Sullivan; Brad Hershey
Piano Department: Sue Miller; Leigh Heward
Artistic Director: R.L. Rowsey
Director of Education Programs: Kim Gasenica

Application Info

Forms and applications are available on our download page.

Application Deadlines

Core Program: Fall 2007: August 15, 2007
Core Program: Winter/Spring 2008: December 15, 2007
Developmental Programs: Ongoing

Fees

Application Fee: Core program: $10
Registration Fee: Core program: $50 per year
Registration Fee: Developmental and ensemble programs: $40 per session.
Private Lessons: Please contact our office for current fee schedule

Scholarship Programs

Financial aid for private lessons and other expenses School of Music students might incur while participating in the program is available to those with demostrated motivation, commitment and proven financial need.

Music Programs

The School of Music is comprised of several music programs designed for students at a variety of ability levels.

School of Music faculty and staff are committed to promoting the personal growth of each individual student as well as developing their musical ability.

R.L. Rowsey and School of Music students relax after a performance.

Core Program

The SVSS School of Music offers instruction in strings, voice and piano during two semesters from September through April. Ensemble and group classes meet throughout the day on Saturdays at Wood River High School and the Community Campus in Hailey. (Some ensemble classes may meet during the week.) Classes include a comprehensive music curriculum of master classes, ensemble rehearsals, chamber music, group techniques classes, recitals and music history and theory. All group and ensemble classes listed above are tuition free.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are an integral part of the music education program offered by the School of Music. Students in the Core Program are required to take weekly private lessons. Lesson times are determined by the instructor and are 30, 45 or 60 minutes in length depending on the student's ability level and individual needs. Financial aid is available.

Outreach and Developmental Programs

The School of Music offers developmental and outreach programs in both strings and voice. These programs vary in length and format and are designed to help prepare students for admission into the Core Program.

Outreach Program

School of Music faculty work closely with local school music teachers to assist them in the classroom. Faculty members go into classes on a regular basis each week to work with the instructors or with individual students as needed. They also use this time to help identify students who would benefit from additional study in their chosen music discipline.

Developmental String Program

Students meet in small ensembles either during the week or on Saturday evenings and are intended for students in grades 4-8 who are currently studying their instrument and are interested in improving their skills while working in small, age appropriate, chamber music groups. Regular attendance is expected. Students will be encouraged to begin private lessons during the course of the program.

Middle School Voice Ensemble

Voice students in grades 6-8 may take part in an ensemble group geared toward developing young voices. Date and time for this ensemble to be determine. Contact the SVSS Education office for more information.