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The James C. Harper School of Performing Arts
2008-2009 Catalog
The James C. Harper School of Performing Arts
1113 College Avenue, Suite B
Post Office Box 390
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645
828.754.2297
www.theharperschool.org
Janet K. Bloom, Executive Director
[email protected]
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Administrative Staff:
Janet Bloom
Renee Rhodes
Lilly Skok Bunch
Executive Director
Harper School Coordinator
Marketing and Development Director
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LHS Foundation Mission Statement:
The LHS Foundation preserves the diverse creative and artistic heritage of western North Carolina, the legacy of Captain James C. Harper and the Lenoir High
School Band by supporting performing arts education in the region and enhancing the historic, economic, and cultural fabric of the community.
The James C. Harper School Mission Statement:
Drawing on the rich musical heritage of Caldwell County and the surrounding
area, the James C. Harper School of Performing Arts provides high quality musical and performing arts instruction that fosters the creative instincts of its students. Through individual and group classes, rehearsals, recitals, concerts and
workshops, the school offers a nurturing environment for students of all ages,
abilities, backgrounds and financial circumstances.
LHS Foundation Board of Directors:
Lucy R. McCarl, President
Attorney
Bob Kirkman
Parkway Bank
Bill Witcher, Vice-President
Retired Band Director, Hibriten High School
Chris Nigrelli
Lenoir-Rhyne College
David F. Stevens, Treasurer
Smith, Stevens, & Ford, PA
Valerie Purcell, MD
Community Leader
Martha Cartee, Secretary
Carpenter, Bost and Cartee
Kaye Reynolds, Ex-Officio
City of Lenoir
Becky Ferrell
Community Leader
Kim Wangler
Appalacian State University
James Harper
Community Leader
Sandra Whittington
Community Leader
Phyllis Huffstetler
Community Leader
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A word from Director Janet Bloom
The Harper School has officially moved to the new campus at the
College Avenue Baptist Church Education Building, 1113 College
Avenue in downtown Lenoir!
It is a dream come true. The Harper School now has a beautiful
facility completely dedicated to the needs of the students of the
Harper School. We are extremely grateful to College Avenue
Baptist Church and Dr. Ron Hinson for their enthusiasm for our
partnership that allowed for the renovation of the education building which had been vacant for 30 years. With their support, two
floors of the building were completely renovated with private support from donors like Parkway Bank and the Bernhardt Furniture Foundation. If you
have not visited us at our new home. please mark your calendar for the grand opening
celebration and ice cream social on August 25 at 5:30 PM and the Faculty and Friends
recital on August 27th.
In June, Lenoir was named an All America City. The delegation from Lenoir included
the Smith, Woods and Garcia families from the Harper School. The Harper School,
along with the Helping Hands Clinic and the Uptown Development group, competed
with 16 other cities to earn the honored distinction of “All America City”. Harper School
students Diamond Smith, Ariana Garcia and Zackary Woods spoke eloquently about
what it means to have the Harper School in Lenoir. First hand, I witnessed the tears in
the judges’ eyes when Zackary Woods said “Music is my life.” It is a moment I will never
forget as I stood amongst these families and remembered that we have done this in two
short years. After the awards ceremony each of the judges from around the country
sought me out to tell me of the impression these students made on them.
I am very proud of our accomplishments at the Harper School and hope that if you are
not already a student you will come and see all that we do. Through our many partnerships and generous support from hundreds of donors, students from all backgrounds can
begin the magical journey of music. This catalog provides you with descriptions of the
many opportunities offered by the Harper School.
Sincerely,
Janet K. Bloom
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Table of Contents
LHS Foundation Mission Statement
The James C. Harper School Mission Statement
Administrative Staff
page 1
A word from the Director Janet Bloom
page 2
Table of Contents
page 3
History of the Harper School
page 4
Something for everyone: 2008-2009 programs at the Harper School
page 5
Music Together
page 6 & 7
Community Partnerships and Smart Music
page 8
Suzuki Program
page 9
Harper Ensembles and Group Instruction
page 10 & 11
Music Therapy
page 12
Harper School Faculty Directory
page 13
Harper School Policies
page 14
Tuition and Fees
page 15
Financial Aid and Scholarships
page 16 & 17
Calendar of Events
back cover
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The History of the Harper School
In January 2006, The James C. Harper School of Performing Arts was founded by the
LHS Foundation to provide high quality musical and performing arts instruction that fosters the creative instincts of its students.
The James C. Harper School is named for Captain James C. Harper, the nationally
acclaimed band leader who established the Lenoir High School Band in 1924 and established a strong heritage of music education in Caldwell County. In the words of LHS
Band alumni Joseph Robinson, principle oboist of the New York Philharmonic, “Captain
Harper bet his entire life and family fortune on a premise that that a handful of mountain children in North Carolina deserve to have a conservatory education.” The Harper
School of Performing arts is fulfilling that same mission today.
In the fall of 2008, the Harper School of Performing Arts relocated from its initial home
at St. James Episcopal Church down the street to the College Avenue Baptist Church
Education Building. The six thousand square foot facility, which has been vacant for
almost 30 years, will provide the Harper School with 15 dedicated studios for faculty and
students, an expanded pre-school music area and space for the historic Harper Band
Music Library to be housed on site. The building will provide for 4 to 5 times the current
space for Harper School students, and room to grow as the school grows.
Highlights from the 2007-2008 school year include:
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Well over 500 students enrolled in private and group lessons and outreach programs
in the community.
An expanded Suzuki curriculum offered in violin, viola, cello, and piano.
Continuation of the Harper Youth Wind Ensemble and the expansion of the Harper
Jazz Ensemble.
Music Therapy offered for cancer survivors in partnership with Caldwell County
Wig Bank.
World Drumming Curriculum offered to students at Valmead, West Lenoir and
Collettsville elementary schools.
56 adults participating in the Harper Concert Band which performs 3-4 times
annually.
Five Harper School Students were awarded scholarships from the Community Music
Club to further their music education.
Seven Harper School students with their families travel to Tampa, Florida to be part
of the delegation to the All American City competition.
Partnership with College Avenue Baptist Church established and renovations of their
education building began.
Parkway Bank becomes an official sponsor of the Harper School.
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Something for Everyone:
2008-2009 Programs at the Harper School
Early Childhood Music/Music Together: See pages 6 and 7 for more information.
Suzuki Instruction: See pages 9 for more information.
Private-lesson study in the following instruments: See page 15 for more information.
Brass
Piano
Guitar
Strings
Organ
Voice
Percussion
Woodwinds
Group Instruction for Guitar: See page 11 for more information.
Ensembles and Performance Groups: See page 10 for more information
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Brass Quintet
Concert Band (adults only except during summer session)
Jazz Ensemble
String Ensemble
Youth Wind Ensembles
Smart Music: See page 8 for more information
Learn how Smart Music can enhance your practice and make you a better player! The
Harper School owns a school license and a discounted permit for use is available for all
enrolled Harper School students.
Music Therapy See page 12 for more detailed information.
Music Therapy is the use of music to accomplish therapeutic goals: to restore, improve and
maintain emotional, physical and spiritual health and well-being.
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Music Together® Fall Class 2008
September 8, 2008 - November 10, 2008
Bongos Collection
$150 Full Session
each additional sibling $100
includes materials
Music Together® Winter Class 2008
December 1, 2008 - February 23, 2009
Bells Collection
$150 Full Session
each additional sibling $100
includes materials
Music Together® Spring Class 2009
March 9, 2009 - May 11, 2009
Triangles Collection
$150 Full Session
each additional sibling $100
includes materials
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Music Together
Music Together is an early childhood music program designed to help parents and caregivers nurture their child's musical growth. Music Together is based on developmentally
appropriate and research based practices that will enhance your child's musical development and bring much joy to your family.
The Music Together program will expand your family's musical repertoire. During each
semester that you participate in Music Together you will receive one CD and a wonderfully illustrated songbook. These song materials are all chosen and/or arranged to be
developmentally appropriate to match the research that informs us about the musical
development of young children.
When you register for a semester of Music Together you will also receive a copy of Music
and Your Child: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers. This booklet will inform each new
family of the goals, philosophy and reasons underpinning Music Together.
The Music Together Class:
Music Together classes are small communities of families who share the fun and joy of
making music together. These 45 minute classes are carefully planned by certified Music
Together teachers. Classes are play-based and fun-filled “musicing” or music making
experiences, which promote musical development in children in the ways they learn bestin an exploratory manner and by their parents or care-givers modeling.
Music Together classes are focused on nurturing the basic music competence of each child.
The Music Together program is grounded in the notion that all people have a musical
aptitude that can be developed when nurtured.
Parents and Caregiver Education:
Parental participation in Music Together is one of the philosophical grounding of the program. The registered Music Together teacher helps provide the exciting musical play.
Parents become their child's primary music mentor by encouraging their child's musical
exploration and by creating music with their child.
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Community Partnerships and Smart Music
World Music Drumming:
The World Music Drumming curriculum is the creation of Dr. Will Schmid, professor of
music at the University of Wisconsin. This curriculum is an active, hands-on approach to
teaching students about ethnic traditions from around the world. In addition to drumming, students improvise, listen and learn while developing a strong sense of rhythm.
The full day class is cooperative learning and team building. The World Music Drumming
curriculum is available to groups and schools for day-long activities. All ages benefit from
this action packed experience and all instruments are provided. Cost is approximately
$500.00/ day and includes the facilitator and all drums.
Kings Creek Guitar Program
This year the Harper School and Kings Creek School will partner on a new project which
will offer group guitar lessons to all 4th and 5th grade students. This project which is
funded by the Kings Creek alumni organization provides instruments and free group
instruction once a week as well as periodic performances. This is the first program if its
kind in Western North Carolina. Other schools interested in similar partnerships should
contact Janet Bloom, Executive Director of the Harper School.
Smart Music
Come and learn about Smart Music and how it can enhance your practice and make you
a better player! Rhonda Lorence will be leading two free sessions on setup and success
with this fun program. The Harper School owns a school license and will offer a discounted permit to all enrolled students for $25. Contact Janet Bloom or Renee Rhodes for more
information.
Smart Music Demo
Smart Music Demo
Tuesday, August 26th
7 pm
Wednesday, August 27th 7 pm
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1113 College Avenue Suite B
1113 College Avenue Suite B
Suzuki Program
The James C. Harper School of Performing Arts offers an expanded Suzuki Program as a
part of the full repertoire of classes. Lessons in violin, viola, guitar, cello, and piano are
available.
Shinichi Suzuki, master violin teacher and founder of the Japanese Talent Education
Movement, revolutionized violin teaching. Outstanding results have been achieved in
viola, cello, flute, string bass, harp, recorder, guitar, and piano instruction. The Suzuki
Method works on the principle that every child can develop his or her abilities during the
early and sensitive years far beyond what most people imagine. A child can learn music
through the same process he or she learns their mother tongue. Thus, the parent's role is
vital in the development of early learning ability. The parent attends lessons with the
child and helps with practice at home. The parent's knowledge of the instrument and
music is developed along with the child's.
The basic principles of the Suzuki Method consist of:
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Listening
Repetition
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Motivation
Reinforcement
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Proper Technique
The primary goal is to train the child not only in his or her musical abilities but also in
his or her total human development.
Lessons are designed to enhance the student's enjoyment of performing and learning.
Also included in the Suzuki Program are group and solo recitals as well as community
performances.
Suzuki students will have a variety of group performances opportunities during the year.
Students are encouraged to attend institutes at the local, regional and national levels.
Membership in the Suzuki Association of the Americas is highly recommended. Each
child receives a weekly private lesson and a bi-weekly group lesson. Group lessons are 45
minutes in length and may include chamber music, technical reinforcement, music theory, leadership skills and development of artistry.
All students 7 and under in beginning guitar, cello, piano, violin and viola are expected to
participate in the Suzuki program. Children are eligible for this program at the age of
three and must have attended a minimum of one Music Together session before enrolling.
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Harper Ensembles and Group Instruction
Harper Brass Quintet
By audition only, this ensemble will perform music of many different styles either written or arranged for brass quintet. Instrumentation is 2 trumpets, horn, trombone and
tuba. Participants will be expected to provide instruments and mutes as required.
Performance opportunities will be made available. Rehearsals will be once a week.
Instructor: Tim Phillips
*Please see website for additional information.
Tuition: $125 per semester
Harper Youth Wind Ensembles
By audition only, students will be assigned by ability level to one of the two ensembles.
The ensembles will perform with wind ensemble instrumentation and perform challenging musical pieces for the public. Rehearsals will be once a week on Tuesday or Thursday
evenings from 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm at Hibriten High School.
Instructor: Bill Witcher & Ed Whitener
*Please see website for additional information.
Tuition is $125 per year
Harper Concert Band
The Harper Concert Band is open to any high school graduate whose musical ability and
expertise would enable him/her to perform instrumental band music of the grade V and
VI level. This level is comparable to that of the former bands of Hudson and Lenoir High
and those of current high schools in Caldwell County.
Rehearsals will be held each week in the Hibriten High School Band Room on Monday
evenings from 7 pm to 9 pm. A schedule will be provided at the first practice. One or two
Saturday rehearsals may be scheduled before a performance from 9 am to 11:45 am.
Director: John Craig
Tuition: There is no tuition fee.
Harper String Ensemble
The adult string ensemble is open to participants by permission of the instructor. Players
experience the joy of producing music with a group, the support of other adult students,
and a type of camaraderie reminiscent of the best of school days.
Instructor: Rhonda Lorence
There is no cost for the enrolled students of the Harper School.
American String Teachers Certification program
The Harper School is pleased to be the site for the Western North Carolina ASTA
Certification. The Certificate for Strings program seeks to establish definite goals and
awards for students of all levels through non-competitive examinations. Students are
judged on technical and musical preparedness at specific levels (Foundation Level - Level
10 by an examiner of musical and pedagogical stature. A certificate of achievement is
awarded for each level completed.) There is no fee to Harper School students for this
opportunity. Additional information will be forthcoming from the Harper String Faculty.
Date to be announced.
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Harper Ensembles and Group Instruction (continued)
Group Guitar Instruction
Group instruction is offered for students interested in beginning guitar. Students learn to
play melodies and chords, read standard musical notation and learn right hand technique. Repertoire includes solo and ensemble pieces from around the world. Students
must provide their own guitar. Classes are 45 minutes in length for 10 weeks.
Instructors: Jim Greene, Bobby Steadman
Tuition $100
Minimum of 5 registered students for class to take place
Class AStudents Ages 7-10
Class CStudents Ages 15 +
Mondays 5:30-6:15 PM
Mondays 6:30-715 PM
Beginning September 10
Beginning September 10
NOTES: Please call the Harper School for audition details for all ensembles. There is a
50% discount applied for all ensemble tuition fees for student enrolled in private lessons
at the Harper School.
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Music Therapy
At the Harper School, we believe that music therapy is the art of music scientifically
applied by a music therapist to meet the needs and promote the strengths of children,
adolescents, adults, and seniors. The American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)
defines music therapy as "the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to
accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program" (AMTA,
www.musictherapy.org).
The key difference between music therapy and other therapies is the use of music and its
components as the means to address non-musical goals. Goals can include motor skills
and physical functioning, self-care skills, cognitive and intellectual abilities, speech and
communication, socialization, mood, and spirituality.
Who can benefit from music therapy?
Music therapy can be beneficial for many people including:
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People who have mental health needs
Children or adults with developmental disabilities
Older adults who are diagnosed with dementias
People with substance abuse problems
People who have experienced brain injuries including stroke
People with physical disabilities
People at the end of life
People with chronic illnesses
People desiring support in their general wellness, e.g. team development or
rehabilitation
Examples of music therapy services include: helping a child with cerebral palsy develop
mobility; developing a method of communication through music for a child with severe
developmental delays; using music to support the process of dying and to promote reconciliation of family members prior to death; developing and enhancing socialization skills
for people in assisted living or nursing facilities; or stimulating the mental abilities of a
person with brain injury to improve communication or mobility.
Music Therapists at the Harper School
Aaron Teague is a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) with over five years of music
therapy experience. Cindy Tate is a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC).
See Harper School Faculty Directory for more information.
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Harper School Faculty Directory
Music Together
Aaron Teague
Cindy Tate
Suzuki Lessons
Danice Claude Desir
Violin
George Figueroa
Violin
Rhonda Lorence
Violin/Viola
Cindy Tate
Piano
Rebecca Wade
Cello
Traditional Lessons
Shay Barnes
Voice
Lila Downs
Clarinet
Kim Gant
Piano
Jim Greene
Guitar
Sarah Haymore
Flute
Phillip Kirby
Percussion
Brian Mahnke
Saxophone
Erin Penley
Oboe
Tim Phillips
Brass
Terry Reid
Brass and Woodwind
Bobby Steadman
Guitar
Cindy Tate
Piano
Barbara Taylor
Organ
Aaron Teague
String bass
Rebecca Wade
Cello
Mike Willis
Harp and Percussion
Harper Brass Quintet, Tim Phillips, Director
Harper Concert Band, John Craig, Director
Harper Jazz Ensemble, Chris Nigrelli, Director
Harper String Ensemble, Rhonda Lorence
Harper Youth Wind Ensembles, Bill Witcher & Ed Whitener, Directors
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Harper School Policies
General Policies
Music lessons at the Harper School are a contract between the participant family and the
Harper School of Performing Arts. All students are required to fulfill their contracted
payment from the time they begin lessons through the school year which ends in May
2009. If a student wishes to discontinue lessons before the end of the contract period in
May 2009, payment will be required in full for the remainder of the year’s tuition. All fees
are non-refundable.
1.Students are expected to treat the Harper School, facilities and related venues with
respect.
2.The Harper School does not have child care facilities available. Parents are expected
to arrange for the prompt drop-off and pick-up of their students before and after
activities.
3.If you have questions or reservations about your training we encourage you to
discuss them with your instructor. If you prefer to discuss them in confidence with
the executive director, contact Janet Bloom for an appointment at 828.754.2297 or
[email protected].
Scheduling and Cancellations
1.Students are expected to keep their assigned private lesson time and day for the
entire school year. If your schedule requires a temporary adjustment to your lesson
time, you are required to consult with your instructor and exchange lessons times with
a current student.
2.The answering machine at the office issues a message to help notify you if lessons are
canceled due to inclement weather. IF A TEACHER IS TEACHING, NO LESSONS
WILL BE MADE UP.
3.No make-up lessons or credits are allowed for any missed lessons or programs. Music
Together students may register to make-up missed classes when available within the
week of the missed class. If a faculty member is absent for any reason, student
lessons will be rescheduled at no charge.
4.Make-up weeks are available for private students and are included in the Harper
School calendar for instructor cancelled or weather related cancellations. Teachers
will provide schedules of their availability for that week.
Financial Policies
1.Enrollment in individual lessons is required for a full school year beginning at date of
registration. A complete Registration Form and payment is due before classes begin.
See payment option details on the Registration Form.
2.Payments for individual lessons are due on the 1st day of each month. Lessons
will not be given to students whose tuition balance exceeds 30 days past due.
N0 exceptions. A late fee of $5.00 will be added to unpaid balances on the 10th of
each month.
3.Registration will not be accepted for any student with a tuition balance due.
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees must be paid before a student is enrolled and before lessons, classes or
ensembles begin. Students are not considered registered until payment has been received.
There is an annual, per family, non-refundable $20 registration fee for all lessons. Tuition
is charged for the full year and may be paid monthly. Students may register by mail, in
person, or by phone by calling Renee Rhodes, Harper School Coordinator, 828.754.2297.
A student is not considered registered until a Registration Form is completed, signed and
the first month tuition payment is received.
All fees are based on 35 weeks of instruction divided into 9 monthly payments. Partial
payments are not accepted for students who begin mid-month. Students beginning lessons after the first week of classes will be charged a pro-rated fee based on the monthly
payment schedule.
Individual private lesson tuition rates:
30 minute:
45 minute:
60 minute:
$630 annually
$990 annually
$1,215 annually
$70 monthly payment
$110 monthly payment
$135 monthly payment
Suzuki Tradition: All fees are based on 35 weeks of private instruction and 17 group
classes divided into 9 monthly payments plus $10 annual registration per family.
30 minute:
45 minute:
60 minute:
$810 annually
$1,125 annually
$1,530 annually
$90 monthly payment
$125 monthly payment
$170 monthly payment
All Group Lessons and Ensembles must be paid in full at registration.
Music Therapy Registration:
To register for music therapy please contact Aaron Teague at 828.754.2297 or
[email protected]. All information will be kept confidential.
Payment Options:
Available for private instruction only
9 Equal Installments (August/September 2008 through May, 2009)
1st installment is due with your registration. Remaining 8 installments are
due the 1st of each month from October through May.
5% Discount!
See the registration form for automatic bank withdrawal and automatic
credit card charge options.
5% Discount!
2 Equal installments:
First installment due in August, 2008.
Second installment due in January, 2009.
The Harper School reserves the right to suspend instruction when a student does not
meet their financial obligations; payment for all classes are due the 1st day of the month
preceeding the lesson schedule. Tuition credit or make-up lessons are not given as a
result of lessons missed or skipped.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Funds
A limited amount of funds are available for scholarship assistance at the Harper School.
Applications are available and must be filled out in full for assistance to be considered.
All scholarship recipients are required to provide volunteer assistance when asked and to
also demonstrate a strong commitment to their study. Scholarships are reviewed at the
semester and can be removed at that time if the teacher feels that sufficient progress has
not been made.
Some instruments are available on a scholarship basis. An application is available in the
office for interested students. An instrument loan agreement and proof of homeowners
insurance for the instrument is required before instrument is loaned.
The following named scholarships are given in memory of or in honor of family members
who have benefited greatly from musical study. This is a wonderful way to provide much
needed assistance to students who would have no other way to continue their musical
education. Please contact the Harper School if you are interested in providing funds to
name a scholarship. The following scholarships have been established by generous donors
to support students at the Harper School. Contact the Harper School office to obtain
applications to apply for these or any other scholarships:
The Ruth Sherman Tysinger Memorial Scholarship
The Ruth Sherman Tysinger Memorial Scholarship was established in August 2006 by
William Tysinger in memory of his beloved wife Ruth, long-time member and organist at
St. James Episcopal Church. This scholarship is awarded annually to a Harper School
student studying classical organ or piano with substantial study devoted to sacred music.
The scholarship recipient will receive a full scholarship for a weekly 45-minute private
lesson. The student is required to be an advanced piano student with availability of a
practice instrument.
The Janet Frye Conway Piano Scholarship
The Janet Frye Conway Piano Scholarship is given in her honor by her children and is
dedicated to her lifelong joy of music. This scholarship provides one school year session of
30 minute weekly private piano lessons to a student who has shown a strong commitment
to private piano study and has a need for financial assistance.
The Virginia Seehorn Lawson scholarship
The Virginia Seehorn Lawson scholarship is given by her parents and siblings to honor
her dedication to music which began in the Lenoir High School Band under the direction
of Bernard Hirsch, John Miller, and Captain James Harper. The scholarship is awarded
to a violin student who shows a commitment to music and is deserving of financial assistance.
The John Miller Endowment Scholarship Fund
Named in honor of one of Lenoir's legendary band leaders, the John Miller Endowment
Scholarship was established by the LHS Foundation with gifts from beloved friends in the
Spring of 2007 to honor John's 80th birthday and to recognize his significant commitment
to music and the community at large. This $250 scholarship is given annually to a student who is studying private instrumental music and shows commitment to music.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Funds
The Camilla Graeber Endowment Scholarship Fund
Named in honor of Camilla Graeber, one of Lenoir's legendary band leaders, the Camilla
Graeber Endowment Scholarship was establish by the LHS Foundation with gifts from
beloved friends in the Spring of 2007 to mark Camilla's induction into the NC
Bandmasters Association's Hall of Fame, following in the footsteps of Captain Harper and
John Miller. This $250 scholarship is given annually to a Harper Student who is studying private instrumental music and who shows commitment to music.
The Instrumental Loan Scholarship
The Harper School is pleased to offer a limited number of instruments to loan on a scholarship basis to students registering for private lessons. Instruments available include violins, clarinets, trumpets, guitar and cellos. These instruments are available on a first
come first serve basis. Students must prove coverage on private homeowners insurance
and provide routine supplies for the instruments. Please call the Harper School office for
more information.
The Rotary Club of Lenoir
Each year the Rotary Club of Lenoir provides one full scholarship to
each of the middle schools in Lenoir for a deserving student to attend the
summer middle school band workshop. Each band director recognizes
that student and the scholarship is presented at their spring concert.
Students interested in this award should contact their band director.
The Altrusa Scholarship
Each year the Altrusa club of Lenoir sponsors a scholarship to be awarded to a deserving student at the Harper School. This student must show
financial need and a serious desire to work diligently. This student will
be asked to attend one Altrusa meeting during the year to express their
appreciation for this award.
2008 - 2009 Calendar of Events
The following calendar is intended for use with the individual lesson programs only. It
allows for 35 weeks of instruction in the school year. Programs such as Music Together
have separate schedules which may not correspond with this calendar.
August 25
Open House/ Ice Cream Social 5:30pm
Classes begin
August 26
Smart Music demo Harper School Campus 7:00pm
August 27
Smart Music demo Harper School Campus 7:00pm
August 28
Faculty and Friends Recital 7:00pm
College Avenue Baptist Church Sanctuary
September 1
Labor Day, no lessons
Classes will be rescheduled
September 8
Fall Session of Music Together begins
November 10
Fall Music Together Ends
November 24-26
Make-up lessons only
November 27-28
Thanksgiving Holiday -- Classes Cancelled
December 1
Winter Session of Music Together Begins
December 14
Harper Concert Band Performance
Hibriten Auditorium, 3:00pm
December 20-Jan3
Winter Break - Classes Cancelled
February 15
Harper Youth Wind Ensemble Concert
Hibriten Auditorium, 3:00pm
February 23
Winter Session of Music Together ends
March 9
Spring Session of Music Together begins
April 10-11
Spring Holiday
Week of April 13
Make-up lessons only
May 3
Harper Concert Band Performance
Hibriten Auditorium, 3:00pm
May 7,11,14,18,21
Spring Recitals
May 11
Spring Session of Music Together ends
Last week of private lessons
May 18
Last Week of Private Lessons
June 15
Summer Session begins
The Harper School and public school district calendars are similar but not identical.
Oftentimes, Harper School lessons are held on days when the public school district is
not in session (teacher conferences, in-service days, etc.). Breaks and holidays may not
begin and end on the same day. Please use the above calendar as a reference or check
with the school office to confirm lesson plans. There are no regular lessons on a makeup day. When lesson counts are established at the beginning of the school year, makeup days are not included. They are offered for the convenience of teachers who wish to
make up lessons they have missed. Please contact your instructor regarding the need
for make-up lessons.