Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1859-10-28

| CT. JOHNSBURY ACADEMY OF MU-
/ - SIC.-The ST. Johnsbury Academy Of Music is To-
Gated in the pleasant Village Of St. Johnsbury, w. hav
ing special act Of incorporation granted by the legsA
ture Of Vermont, establishing the School upon perma-
ucnt basis. The design Of this Institution is TO afford
the thorough musical education expense very
much less than has been used where similar Advantages
could be enjoyed Very many persons possessing the f.
talents have been deferred from studying Music
profession, account NJ the enormous expense which
has hitherto attended such a course OF study
THE ST. JOHNsBURN ACADEMY or MUSIC
offers advantages and facilities Of the highest order, at
from onc-ourth to onethrd the expense attending such
Of study, L pursued at Boston or New ork-
Fer the benefit Of Teachers and all others DESTROYS Of at
tanning superior excellence in the science Of Music both
performers aud theorists a Collegiate and Normal
The first year devoted 10 thorough Of o,mcn-
ary study, using text books, only the works OF the
most celebrated Masters, which, having been thoroughly
tested bear the stamp Of superior excellence. Pupils de-
voting all their Time to music, usually practice the TIA
no, Organ, Tor whatever instrument they may prcfcr
from four to six hours per day practice vocal studies
one TO two hours devote one hour 20 the study OF hnf
mony. Each pupil is required 70 study the Piano suf
hcicuuy 20 accompany we'll Pupils in thorough bass
required to play church music a daily exercise
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
is taught exclusively by private lessons two lessons per
week being the usual allowance The study Of harmony
and composition is taught IN several classes with daily
recitatons. Private lessons given to advanced pu
pills in singing Nocalizng is also taught in several
classes with daily Rotations.
The Ma!c Principal having been connected with some
Of the best Bands and Orchestras ia New urk and Bo
considerable portion Of the last twelve years is pre-
pared to teach all the various
BAND AND ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENTS.
Besides the various lessons and class exercises, TO
which pupils attend, Public Rehearsal is given every
Saturday afternoon by the pupils who all required to
attend and take part in the exercises uur parents
and few friends only, being present In addition,
MUSICAL SOGREE
is given twice during each quarter, large audience be-
ing present. The year divided into iour terms or olcv
en- weeks each. Pupils may enter the school at any time.
Pupils graduating with honor will be guaranteed good
situations Teachers. Prizes will be distributed among
each OF the graduating classes AZ the annual
mont which will take place at te close Of the fan term Of
each year. pupis graduating must have completed the
full course Of study)
QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP.
Pupils To be admitted 20 the School must possess a
good moral character fair musical ability must yield inn.
Ict obedience TO the laws and regulations OF he school,
TUITION
4(P0ya5e tdiiably dt r6cfoye Aemid Of each term
Piano Forte, Organ, or any instrument that may
PREFERRED $1,000
Singing, including study Of the voice. Ballad Sing
ing Sacred Music and operate Selection, 1000
Thorough Bass, Harmony and Composition, 1000
Or a Normal Course, including all the above, Q 90
Board, including room, fire, lights and washing - 30
to $500. Rent Of Piano, 500. Pupils furnish their
own books and music.
c. II. CLARKE, )p
MRS. c. II. CLARKE, H'"ePds'
j. II. PADDOCK,
Late Organist at Rev Mr.. Lord Church,
Montpcisr, Vt, dssistanS.
. JOHN O. WORCESTER,
Pupil Of the celebrated Ieonhard
81. JOhusbury, Vt, Sept ], 1859 9G77