Musical

(San Diego City Schools Approved Assembly Program)

BobcatBlue &
the Howlin' Coyote
-
Louisiana Zydeco
- Roadhouse Blues

Mulligans Stew
Irish music to set your toes to tapping and your heart to laughing!

"Offering some of America's most entertaining music, Celia and Thunder Rose can provide lively country music for your next occasion. "

"BACH", performs classical music and jazz standards at your wedding celebration.


High Energy Productions
at Fiddlegirl.com

Celia Lawley
of High Energy Productions presents

THE PERFORMANCE ACADEMY 2010

A workshop series for fiddlers of all ages
& experience who are committed to sharing their
talent with the community through performance.

Meet the Fiddle

CELIA LAWLEY, local San Diego master fiddler, will be offering a free program called “Meet the Fiddle“.

Meet the Fiddle
Celia with young students
Photo courtesy of Joy Elizabeth Effie

Program Includes music in bluegrass, old time, and Celtic styles.
Santa Ysabel, California (October 30th, 2008) – Throughout December at various local libraries and a health food store, Celia Lawley will be offering a program called “Meet the Fiddle”. For more information and schedule dates, please click here.

Performance Academy Class Levels:
The Performance Academy offers three levels of classes.
To determine what level class to register for, please see below

Level I, Beginner  (click here for class qualifications)

Level II, Intermediate (click here for class qualifications)

Level II, Advanced (click here for class qualifications)


The Performance Academy 2010 Session dates:

Classes are ongoing
Please contact Celia for specific studios and times.

celia@fiddlegirl.com

Price: $290.00 per student for 12, fifty minute classes, plus the Master Mentor Series, with a guest teacher.

All fees are due in advance. Non-PA enrolled students can attend the Master Mentor Series for $25.00 per session. Location of lessons subject to change with notice, and a rotation of teachers may teach weekly classes. Refunds only available following first session before materials are taken home. Class times and dates may be subject to change based on mutual consent.


All Performance Academy forms and documentation

Registration Form (.pdf format)


REGISTRATION:
Registration is by pre-paid semester only.

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(new location: July 1st, 2008)
Hammond Ashley Violins will be located at:
6255 Ferris Square, suite E
San Diego, CA 92121
858/ 623-0036

Teaching & Theory format:
Each class will include instruction on tunes, technique, improvisation and performance tips.

Music styles:
Acoustic music will be studied with the main focus being bluegrass, old time and celtic.
Secondary focus- Cajun, blues, swing and popular tunes

Class size:
10-80 persons
additional teachers will be added for larger groups and
a rotation of teachers will host the main class as the
program expands.

Suggestion Box: celia@fiddlegirl.com

Please download the registration form (click here for the form in a .pdf format) and email to celia@fiddlegirl.com and mail a hard copy with your check made out to:

The Performance Academy
POB 3
Santa Ysabel, CA 92070

Seating is limited so only pre-paid registrants are guaranteed space.

Notes:

Instrumentation:
The Performance Academy is designed for fiddlers but people playing other instruments may be invited to perform with the group as an accompanying voice. Special guest groups may be included as part of the show format.

Celia, a full time professional entertainer, acknowledges that successful and gratifying performances are acheived through a process of continued experience. This program is designed to groom you, the aspiring fiddler for the stage. Whether you are 7 or 70 and whether you want to play for church or the Grand Ol' Opry, this program is designed to help you share your talent with your community and beyond.

Shows:
Three shows per year will be scheduled, one per season.**
**The Performance Academy shows are free to the community but if the show is for a profit entity, a donation to the non-profit Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation is suggested. This organization provides musical instruments for financially challenged school children.

Here are a few photo clips from the Performance Academy:


PA Academy performance at the Viejas Outlet Center 2006 with special guests, Richard Martinez and Tony Butler

PA Academy performs at La Casa De Manana in 2006 with special guests David Collins and Craig McIlwain

PA Academy performs at Belmont Village in 2006 with special guests Beth Mosko, Marke Foxworthy, and Chris Clarke

PA Academy performs at Silverado Senior Living, Encinitas in 2006 with special guests Beth Mosko, Marke Foxworthy, and Chris Clarke

Master Mentor Series:
Bobby Furgo, first semester guest teacher.


Final rehearsal
for our first performance.


Final Rehearsal

Don Hickox and Marieke Thayer during the Master Mentor series.

Please view our letter from the Executive Director, Felice Mancini of The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation.

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For additional information
Contact High Energy Productions
P.O. Box 3 / Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
Voice: (760) 782-9202
Fax: (760) 782-9234
e-mail:celia@fiddlegirl.com