Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1859-01-28

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 Legsla
tirr Of Vermont establishing the School upon a pcrma-
basis The design Of this institution is to afford
the thorough musical educauon at an expense very
much less than has been used where similar advantages
could be enjoyed. Very many persons possessing the fl
nest talents have been deferred from studying Music
profession account Of the enormous expense which
has hitherto attended such course Of study.
THE ST. JoHNSBURY ACADEMY OF MUSIC
offers advantages and facilities Of the highest order at
a course Of study, IL pursued at Boston New York
For the benefit u Teachers and all others derous Of
tanning superior excellence in the science Of Music both
as performers and theorists, Collegiate and Normal
course is pursued, embracing period Of four years
The FIST year devoted 10 thorough course Of elemen
try study, using text books, only the works Of the
celebrated Masters which, having been thoroughly
tested bear the stamp Of superior excellence. Pupils de-
voting a their time 10 music usually practice the Pia
no. Organ Tor whatever instrument they may prefcr)
from four six hours per day practice vocal studies
two hours devote one hour TO the study Of har
hcicutly 20 accompany we'll Pupils ma thorough bass
are required 10 play church music daily exercise.
INSTRUMENTAL Music
is taught exclusively by private lessons lessons per
week being the usual allowance The study of harmony
and composition is taught in several classes with daily
rccitutious Private lessons given 10 advanced pu
pills in singing. Nocaizing is also taught in several
classes with daily recitations
Tho Male PRINCIPAL having been connected with some
Of the best Bands and Orchesas in New York and Bos-
ton considerable portion Of the last twelve years is pre-
pared 10 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 are all required to
attend and take part ia the exercises ther parents
and a few friends only being present In addition,
MUSICAL SOlREE
given twice during each quarter large audience be-
ing present The year is divided into four terms Of elev
weeks each.
Pupils graduating with honor will be guaranteed good
situations ms Teachers The following prizes will be dis
trhued among each Of the graduating classes al the
nual commencement which will take place at the close Of
the ia OF each year (pupils graduating must have
completed the full course Of studyD
LIST or PRIZES.
Piano Forte--lsi honor Gold Medal ID do Silver
Medal, 81 d., Bronze Medal ith do, Diploma.
Organ-lst honor Gold Medal 2d do, Silver Medal :
Sd do, Bronze Medal ith do, Diploma.
Singug--l.t honor Gold Medal; I'd do, Silver Me-
dial 81 do, Bronze Medal 4th do Diploma.
Harmony-l,t honor, Gold Medal ID do, Silver Me-
dali ID do, Bronze Medal ith do Diploma.
QUALIFICATIONS ron MEMnInsHIr
Pupils to be admitted to the School must possess
good moral character, ar musical ability must yield inn
picit obedience the laws and regulations Of the school
TUITION.
(Payajie iararaby at or bfore hemddeef each term
Piano Forte, Organ, or any instrument that may
preferred, SlOOO
Singing, including study Of the voice, Ballad Sing
ing. Sacred Music and Operate Selection, 1000
Thorough Bass, Harmony aud Composition, 1910
Or Normal Course, including all the above ~ 90
Board, including room, fire. lights and washing, 500
$500. Rent Of Piano, 5000. Pupils furnish their
own books and music.
Mrs. G.. IL. CLARKE,
81. Johusuury, VI. Jan. |. 1859. 2G'7