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September 19, 2014 / 0 0

2014 National Music Academy Award

New music center receives top national honor at award ceremony on Monday July 21^st 2014 at 11 am

Special guests include Minnett Boesel, Mayor’s Assistant for Cultural Affiars, Peggy Wilson, CEO/President of the Houston Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, LeeVera Smith, Business Consultant at the University of Houston, and Roberta Skebo, Director of the University of Houston’s Small Business Development Center

In a real-life example of passion translating to success, Zeljko Pavlovic, critically acclaimed violinist and owner/founder of the Vivaldi Music Academy, is thrilled to announce the selection of Vivaldi Music Academy as “2014 National Music School of The Year” among a field of over 100 private music school competitors.

To celebrate, the Academy hosted a celebration on July 21^st with Mr. Marty Fort, President of Music Academy Success who came to Houston from South Carolina to present the award. Students, faculty, community members, Bellaire City Council Members and the Houston Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce were in attendance for the award ceremony and reception. Vivaldi Music Academy has achieved this national recognition for its thorough approach, exceptional instruction, superior business organization and growth voted by a field deep with experience and prestige of over 100 private music schools from the US and Canada. This accolade validates Pavlovic’s studied approach to staff selection, program design and business model resulting in a stunning 400 student enrollment in 11 short months since the Academy opened its doors last August.

With a musical heritage that spans two hundred years in his family, Mr. Pavlovic began his music education at the age of 3 in Sarajevo, Bosnia. After surviving and escaping the Balkan Wars, Mr. Pavlovic went on to study at the University of Novi Sad Academy of Arts at the early age of 16 as one of the youngest students. He earned his Master’s Degree in Violin Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Liege, Belgium and won several national and international competitions throughout his career. As a recitalist, he has performed throughout the United States and Europe. Having lost friends, family and fortune in the Balkan conflict, Pavlovic immigrated to the United States in 1998 with the hopes of new opportunities and the American dream.

Pavlovic has seen first-hand the positive impact of music on individuals and communities. His dream to build an outstanding music academy from the ground up and to bring music education to the forefront of the community has been truly realized with this national award as a crowning achievement. He offers music education as the foundation to build both music and life skills. The Academy culture is one of flexibility, fun, and outstanding musical instruction. From “Parents’ Night Out” to “Kindermusik week,” the Academy is constantly finding ways to better engage their students and families, and interest new learners. “Having found an environment in which you can instantly see the professionalism and passion for music that the instructors are able to share with their students is priceless,” says student Natalie Ramirez.

The Academy is gearing up for the fall season with a portfolio of new and ongoing music programs. This announcement of a national award shows that the opening for the Academy is big and bold, and that a robust performance is sure to follow.

August 11, 2014 / 0 3

August Newsletter

Vivaldi Music Academy is pitch perfect with top national Honor

Zeljko Pavlovic, critically acclaimed violinist and owner/founder of the Vivaldi Music Academy, is thrilled to announce the selection of Vivaldi Music Academy as “2014 National Music School of The Year” among a field of over 100 private music school competitors nationwide from the US and Canada.
To celebrate, the Academy hosted a celebration on July 21st with Mr. Marty Fort, President of Music Academy Success who presented the award. Special guests Minnette Boesel, Mayor Parker’s Assistant for cultural affairs, Peggy Wilson President of the Houston Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Roberta Skebo, Director of the University of Houston’s Small Business Development Center were in attendance for the award ceremony and reception. Vivaldi Music Academy has achieved this national recognition for its thorough approach, exceptional instruction, superior business organization and growth voted by a field deep with experience and prestige. The accolade validates Pavlovic’s studied approach to staff selection, program design and business model resulting in a stunning 400 student enrollment in 11 short months since the Academy opened its doors last August.

A message from the Director, Zeljko Pavlovic

Welcome to Vivaldi Music Academy! Studying music at VMA is a unique experience offering musical opportunities for students of all ages and abilities. With a variety of instruments taught by skilled and experienced teachers, VMA students are assured of tailor-made learning opportunities, and a chance to explore the world of music in a fun and engaging community. Our Kindermusik classes are in full swing with our youngest students discovering the joys of music. We have an exciting year planned for academy students, including master classes from our very own Houston Symphony members, the upcoming Fall Festival at VMA in October, Faculty Concert, Picture Day and much more. Come explore the musical adventures Vivaldi Music Academy offers for you

BOOK YOUR BACK TO SCHOOL MUSIC LESSONS TODAY!

The back to school season is a busy time of year at VMA! Most of our teachers are completely booked and on a waiting list basis right now. Book your back to school music lessons today so you can reserve your preferred spots Please call our office at 713-858-9617

Welcome our July Students!

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2014 National Music Award Ceremony – July 21st

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July Newsletter

Happy Fourth of July!

In honor of Independence Day, the Academy will be closed from Friday July 4th to Thursday July 10th.

Classes and lessons will resume Friday July 11th. Have a safe and happy holiday!

July 21st – National Award Presentation, 11 am

Vivaldi Music Academy will receive its official award on Monday, July 21st at 11 am as the “2014 National Music School of the Year” among a field of over 100 private music school competitors. President of Music Academy Success Marty Fort, from South Carolina, will be presenting the award and spending the day with us at the Academy. All students and faculty are invited to attend the award ceremony with refreshments to follow.

Sunday, July 27th, 2 pm

Vivaldi Music Academy will be performing at the Houston Family Magazine’s Family Fun Fest at Discovery Green. If you are interested in participating in a band or ensemble, or performing an individual piece, please let the front desk know ASAP! Stage time begins at 2 pm. This is a free event for families from 12-4 pm so come out and join us!

Teacher of the Month: Julia Engel

Julia Engel is a soprano from Minneapolis, Minnesota and received her Bachelor of Music in 2009 from the University of Minnesota. While at the University of Minnesota Ms. Engel studied voice with soprano Jean del Santo, and had the opportunity to perform as a dancer in Seven Deadly Sins, Suor Dolcina in Suor Angelica, Karolka in Jenůfa (in English), and Königen der Nacht in Die Zauberflöte. Ms. Engel received her Master of Music degree in May of 2012 at the University of Houston, where she performed Louise in La Vie Parisienne (in English), her second Königin der Nacht (in English), Madame Herz in Der Schauspieldirektor (in English), Nannetta in Falstaff, and Sophie in Der Rosenkavalier.

During the fall of 2012 Ms. Engel was a part of HGOco Opera to Go! and traveled all over TX singing in their production of Hansel and Gretel as the Mother, Dew Fairy, and Witch. 2013 roles include Zerlina, Musetta* (The CoOperative Program), Olympia (Opera Theater of Pittsburgh), Nannetta, and Norina (Opera in the Heights). In 2014 Ms. Engel will sing with the Virtuosi Orchestra of Houston for their Thirteenth Annual Legends of the Future Gala Concert and Dinner, a concert of arias with the Minnesota Philharmonic, the role of Ismene in W.A. Mozart’s Mitridate re di Ponto for Metamorphosis Opera Theater, and cover Zerbinetta in Kingwood Summer Opera’s production of Ariadne auf Naxos.

Ms. Engel has placed in a number of competitions over the years, most recently receiving 2nd place in the 2014 Young Texas Artists Competition in Conroe, Texas. Ms. Engel is currently studying with soprano Cynthia Clayton.

July 1, 2014 / Comments Off 2

2014 Summer Music Classes – Register Today!

Guitar Jams

Includes 3 classes per session.

June 10th-20th, Tues. Thurs. & Fri.
9:30 – 10:30 Guitar ages 12 & under $100
10:30 – 11:30 Guitar Teens & Adults $100

July 15th-18th, Tues. Thurs. & Fri.
9:30 – 10:30 Guitar ages 12 & under $100
10:30 – 11:30 Guitar Teens & Adults $100

Sing Like a Star

Includes 6 classes per session.

June 9-20th, Mon. Wed. & Fri
10:30 – 11:30 Voice for Teens $160

July 14th-25rd, Mon. Wed. & Fri
10:30 – 11:30 Voice for Teens $160

Kindermusik

Includes digital materials. Ongoing enrollment, join anytime!

Mondays 9:30 – 10:15 ( Ages 2-3) $95/month
Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:15 ( Ages 0-2) $95/month
Saturdays 9:00 – 10:15 ( Ages 0-2) $95/month

Vivaldi Strings

Includes 3 classes per session.

June 23rd-27th, Mon. Wed. & Fri.
9:30 – 10:45 Violin under age 8 $120
10:45 – 12:00 Violin ages 9 & up $120

August 11th-15th, Mon. Wed. & Fri.
9:30 – 10:45 Violin under age 8 $120
10:45 – 12:00 Violin ages 9 & up $120

Request More Information or Enroll Today!

April 1, 2014 / 0 2

Music & Movement Benefits: Naturally Speaking, Of Course!

The more you expose your child to language, the stronger his verbal skills will be. Language acquisition is a gradual process that involves many facets of development including listening, imitating facial expressions, playing peek-a-boo, and babbling. Your child will learn language naturally by hearing it used in context when you sing, read, talk, and listen to him.

Kindermusik Tips for your Baby

At two months, he coos and babbles. In his first year, he’ll begin making vowel sounds (oohs and aahs) and then move to new sounds and vowel-consonant combinations. Your baby is also learning the art of conversation. Bring your face close to his, and talk to him. Ask him a question and let him respond. He is learning that conversation is a two-way street. Your

Kindermusik Tips for your Toddler

In a verbal growth spurt, your toddler’s vocabulary expands from about 50 to 200 words. When your toddler displays emotion, give him the language to identify it: “You’re happy!” or “I can see you’re sad.” You’ll enhance his emotional intelligence as well as his vocabulary.

Kindermusik Tips for your Preschooler

Playing rhyming games is a fun way for a preschooler who is developing phonemic awareness – the recognition that sounds make up words. Encourage him by making up rhymes and laughing together. Enrolling in early childhood music and movement classes is one of the very best ways you can enhance early literacy development in your child. We happen to believe that Kindermusik is the best choice! But don’t just take our word for it… come try a free preview class on us.

January 10, 2014 / 0 0

November Song Sweepstakes

Share your child’s favorite Kindermusik song this November for your chance to win a $50 Kindermusik Prize Package!

Simply fill out the form on our into our Grand Prize Drawing at the end of the year to win an iPad. Good luck to all!

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November 8, 2013 / 0 0

Listening to Music Makes You Smarter

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And what better time to get started listening to music than at the very youngest ages, during those critical early years when the brain is developing the most rapidly.

That supposition is why Kindermusik places such an emphasis on exposing children to a rich, varied musical listening environment from birth. And it’s precisely why the Music Album you receive with each new music theme is so invaluable. Kindermusik makes it EASY for you to give your child many happy, enjoyable moments of listening to music of all genres.

As this article suggests, choosing the right kind of music matters – music with variety, complexity, range, and depth is most stimulating and beneficial. That’s exactly what you’ll find in your child’s Kindermusik music library. In fact, many Kindermusik parents secretly confess that they enjoy their child’s Kindermusik as much as their children do!

Here are a few tips for helping your child enjoy the benefits of music listening… and do your part to help him or her become a little smarter too:

Download your Home Album to your phone or MP3 device so that you can take your music with you wherever you go.
Create playlists of different kinds of Kindermusik songs – lullabies, dances, play-alongs, dances, quiet listening, etc.
Burn a CD for the car or CD player if you have one.
Make music listening a part of your every day routines – play music in the car, during play time at home, before naps, at bath time, and before bedtime.

Are you looking to enhance your child’s learning and development through early childhood education in music? Look no further than Kindermusik, the world’s leader in music and movement classes for young children.

October 31, 2013 / 0 1

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