Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1859-03-04

ct. JOHNSBURY ACADEMY OF MU-
- S1C.-The ST. Johusbury Academy Of Music is To-
cared n the pleasant Village Of ST. Johnsbury, VT hay-
ing special act Of incorporation granted by the Legisa-
turc OF Vermont establishing the School upon perma-
ncut basis. The design OF this institution is 10 afford
the thorough musical education, expense
could hc enjoyed very many persons possessing the n
nest talent, have been deferred from studying Music
profession, ON account Of the enormous expense which
has hitherto attended such a Of study.
THE ST. JOHNSBURY ACADEMY OF MUSIC
offers advantages and facilities Of the highest order, at
from onefourth to onehrd the expense attending such
a Of study. If pursued at Boston New York.
For the benefit Of Teachers and all others DESTROYS Of at
tanning superior excellence in the science Of Music, both
performers and theorists, Collegiate and Normal
course is pursued embracing period Of four years
The first year is devoted thorough Of elemen-
tary study, using 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 20 music, usually practice the PA
no, Organ, COR whatever instrument they may prefer
one 20 two hours devote one hour to the study Of har
mony Each pupil is required to study the Piano suf-
dcieutly 20 accompany we'll Pupils in thorough bass
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
resolutions. Private lessons are given to advanced pu-
pills in singing. Nocali2ng is also taught in several
classes with daily Rotations.
The Male Principal having been connected with some
Of the best Bands and Orchrsras ia New ork and Bos
considerable portion Of the last twelve years
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 are all required TO
attend and take part in the exercises their parents
and few friends only, being present In addition,
MUSICAL SOIREE
is given twice during each quarter, large audience be-
ing present The year divided into four terms of eev
] weeks each.
Pupils graduating with honor will be guaranteed good
situations Teachers The following prizes will be dis
rihuted each Of the graduating classes AZ the
nua commencement which will take place at the close Of
the fall term Of each year pupils graduating must have
completed the full course Of study
LIST OF PRIZES.
Piano Forte-lst honor. Gold Medal 2d do Silver
Medal 3D. do, Bronze Medal ith do, Diploma.
Organ--lst honor Gold Medal ID do, Silver Medal !;
Sd do, Bronze Medal ith do, Diploma
Singing--lst honor Gold Medal ID do, Silver Me
dal Sd do, Bronze Medal 4th do, Diploma.
Hamony-lst honor, Gold Medals ID do. Silver Me-
dal Sd do, Bronze Medal 4th do, Diploma.
QUALIFICATIONS ron MEMBERSHIP
Pupils 10 he admitted TO the School must possess
good moral character fair musical ability must yield i'm
pcit obedience 10 the laws and regulations Of the school
TUITION.
fPayable Invariably at before the middle Of eachterD
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, % 90
Board including room, fire. lights and washing, 800
To $500. Rent of Piano. 500. Pupils furnish their
own books aud music
Q. II. CLARKE, D.,.-..,.
MRS. C. II. CLARKE, Fr"ePa@'
St. Johnsbury, Vt, Jan. l, 1859 26T