Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1859-02-25
CT. JOHNSBURY ACADEMY OF MU-

ct. JOIINSBURY ACADEMY OF MU-
~ SIC.-The ST. Johnsbury Academy Of Music is To-
Gated in the pleasant Village Of St. Johnsbury, W. hay
ing special Of Incorporation granted by the Legsa-
nent basis. The design Of this institution is afford
the most thorough musical education at expense very
much less than has been used where similar advantages
could be enjoyed. Very many persons possessing the f.
nest talents have been deferred from studying Music
profession, 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
from oneourth to one-thrd the expense attending such
course Of study if pursued at Boston New York.
For the benefit Of Teachers and all others DESTROYS of
tanning superior excellence in the science Of Music both
as performers and theorists a Collegiate and Normal
course is pursued, embracing period OF four yeats-
The first year devoted TO thorough Of eemen-
try 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 PA
no. Organ, Tor whatever instrument they may prefer)
from four to six hours per day practice vocal studies
one to two hours devote hour to the study Of har
mony Each pupil is required to study The Piano suf-
hoiently accompany well. Pupils in thorough bass
are required to play church music as 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
Rotations. Private lessons given to advanced pu-
pills in singing. Vocalizng is also taught in several
classes with daily Rotations.
The Male Principal having been connected with some
Of the best Bands and Ochcsras in New York and Bos
ton considerable portion Of the last twelve years pre-
pared to teach all the various
BAND AND ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENTS.
Besides the various lessons, and class~ exercises,
which pupils attend Public Rehearsal is given every
Saturday afternoon by the pupils who all required
attend and take some part in the exercises, their parents
and few friends only, being present. In addition,
MUSICAL SOIREE
given twice during each quarter, large audience be-
ing present The year is divided into four of ecv
weeks each.
Pupils graduating with honor will be guaranteed good
tribued among each Of the graduating classes the
nual commencement which will take place 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 ID do, Silver
Medal Sd do Bronze Medal 4th do, Diploma.
Organ--ist honor, Gold Medal % do, Silver Medal
81 do, Bronze Medal fth do, Diploma.
Suging--lst honor, Gold Medal ID do, Silver Me
dal Sd do. Bronze Medal 4th do Diploma.
Hamony-lst honor Gold Medal "a do, Silver Me
dali Sd do, Bronze Medal 9TH do, Diploma.
QUALIFICATIONS ron MrMBBRsHir.
Pupils 20 be admitted to the School must possess
good moral character fair musical ability, Yield inn
plie obedience to the laws and regulations Of the school,
TUITION
fPayabie ardr'ably at Orbcfore emidd Of each srnJ
Piano Forte, Organ, any instrument that may
ne 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 Normal Course including all the above 20 90
board, including room, fire, lights and washing, 500
to 500 Rent Of Piano, $500. Pupils furnish their
own books aud music
Il ms 1. G G. 4. clarke. Principals.
St. Johusbury VT, Jan. l. 1889. 2G.77