Trinity Arts Center Is Closed For Christmas.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 12/21/09.
Trinity Arts Center is closed for the next two weeks. We'll re-open for classes and lessons on Monday, January 4th. Have a great Christmas & New Year's celebration. We'll see you next year!
God With Us Rescheduled!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 12/21/09.
Due to heavy snowfall, and a power outage at Seeger Chapel, God With Us has been rescheduled for 2:00 and 6:00 on Saturday, January 9th. If you have friends who couldn't come to the December dates, please invite them to the show. What else is there to do in January? = )
To tide you over until the new performance date, Rebecca Marr has posted some gorgeous pics of dress rehearsal on her Facebook profile. Check those out if you have a Facebook account. Note: You may have to be Rebecca's "friend" to see them.
Support The Arts Through A Tax-Deductable Donation.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 11/16/09.
The Trinity Arts Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that enables individual and corporate members of our community to help us impact the lives of thousands through the arts.
If your family has been blessed by the arts programs offered at Trinity Arts Center, please consider blessing others with an end-of-year contribution. 100% of your donations go to funding our scholarship and grant programs with zero monies going toward administrative costs. Visit the Foundation web site for more details.
Purchase God With Us Tickets & Ads Today!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 11/15/09.
Seating for God With Us is reserved so the earlier you purchase tickets, the better your seats. = ) By the way... Personal & business ads are available for as little as $50. Ads are a great way to tell your kids they did a great job or -- to let a few thousand people know that your company supports the arts.
Download an advertising spec sheet for more details. Performance details are included below and on the promotional poster. Tickets can be purchase online or in-person at the Arts Center between 2:30 and 7:00.
Trinity Arts Center Will Be Closed For Thanksgiving!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 11/13/09.
Trinity Arts Center will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th. This is a scheduled holiday that is built into our schedule. Make-up lessons will not need to be scheduled.
Six-Week Elementary Art Workshop: Gingerbread House
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/29/09.
On Wednesday, November 11th, we'll begin our next six-week elementary art workshop with Jill Rose... The Gingerbread House Project.
Students will sketch their house, construct it from edible materials, then frost, candy, and decorate it to their hearts content. Jill's elementary art workshops are a great way to introduce some basics art skills to young students, including a great take-home at the end... Just in time for Christmas. = ) The cost for this workshop is $60. Classes will meet each Wednesday from 4:00 to 5:00. All materials are included.
Figure Drawing Workshop w/ Jill Rose.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/28/09.
Serious Art Students! Register now for a six-week figure drawing workshop beginning on Wednesday, November 11th at 5:00.
This six-week workshop will include weekly instruction on movement, human anatomy (a G-Rated version), proportions, character poses, and creating a classic figure drawing. Students will meet each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00. The cost of this workshop is $60. All materials are included.
Unity Celebration Dinner & Performance!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/27/09.
The Hands of Vision Deaf Ministry is presenting Unity Celebration 2009 on November 14th at 2:00 & 6:30 at Theatre Bristol!
This event will include dancing, drama, a deaf pastor, and presentations by several members of the deaf community. Those of you interested in ASL or connected to the deaf community will definitely enjoy this unique event. Admission is free, and there will be a complimentary dinner one hour before each performance. Email Donna Good for additional information and -- to reserve your seats.
Theatre Workshop: Landing A Role.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/26/09.
Register now, for a two-hour theatre workshop focused on landing a role at your next theatre audition. Come and learn some great "insider" tips on what directors look for and -- get a list of upcoming auditions in our area.
This workshop will be held on Saturday, November 14th from 10:00 to 12:00 at Trinity Arts Center and will be limted to just 20 students. If you're interested, please reserve your spot early. The cost is $20.
The Story Of Christmas Comes To Life!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/19/09.
Please make plans to attend this year's production of God With Us, as more than 150 dancers and musicians present an original American ballet set to your favorite traditional and contemporary Christmas music -- a beautiful presentation, and a wonderful Christmas tradition, for the whole family.
This year's performances will be held at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Saturday, December 19th, in the beautiful Seeger Chapel on the Milligan College campus. For those who are new to Trinity Arts Center, God With Us is the story of the nativity, highlighting the key moments of the timeless story of Jesus' birth, alongside Christmas music by Michael W. Smith, Chris Rice, Johann Strauss, Anrea Bocelli, Rich Mullins, Sara Groves, and more.
Tickets for this event will be available on November 1st for a suggested donation of $10 each. As always, if you have a special group you would like to invite, please let us know and we'll figure out how best to make that work. This performances is open to the community so -- please invite your friends and neighbors to attend. Also... Please support this production by purchasing an ad, or making a tax deductible donation to the Trinity Arts Foundation. Thanks!
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
Classical Keepsakes Series: The Nutcracker
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/18/09.
Trinity Arts Center invites you to experience the first in our ongoing Classical Keepsakes Series: The Nutcracker on Saturday, December 5th at 10:00 AM at Trinity Arts Center.
This performance will include several variations from The Nutcracker ballet, performed by the students in our own Classical Variations class at Trinity Arts Center. Enjoy the magic, excitement, and innocence of Tchaikovsky's classic children's tale as we follow Clara through the Land of the Sweets in an entertaining way that is sure to please children of all ages.
Attendance at this event is FREE, although we will be accepting tax deductible donations for the Trinity Arts Foundation. School-age students will receive a commemorative nutcracker keepsake and a paintbrush, to create their own special Christmas treasure at home. Attendance is limited to just seventy-two students. Reservations will be taken on a first-come first-serve basis. Please RSVP early to reserve your place in the magical land of The Nutcracker. = )
The Arts Center Is Closed For Fall Break
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/12/09.
Don't forget, we're closed this week for fall break. Classes and lessons will resume next Monday, October 19th. Have a great break! We'll see you next week. = )
Congratulations To The Cast Of The Sound Of Music!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/06/09.
Steve and Annmarie just sent the cast list, which I'm sure many of you are anxious to see. Without further ado, here's the cast for Steve Davis's March 2010 production of The Sound of Music!
This info has been moved to the Sound of Music production page.
Trinity Music Students Visit Appalachian Christian Village
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 10/05/09.
Miss Patty & Miss Alice have invited a handful of their choir and piano students to participate in a visit with some of our favorite folks in Johnson City -- the residents at Appalachian Christian Village!
This is a great opportunity to move our student's hard work outside of the practice room, and into the community. As we hope you've noticed, we are always seeking ways to create a culture of service at the Arts Center and this is a great way to do that. For those who have visited ACV with us in the past, you are well aware that these visits are as much, if not more, of a blessing to us as it is to the residents there. We're looking forward to it. = )
Battle of the Bands v7 Concert!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/28/09.
The finale concert for the current Battle of the Bands workshop is scheduled for this Saturday at 7:30. As always, admission is free. It costs $1 to vote for your favorite band. Come on out. = )
Theatre Workshop: Landing A Role.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/25/09.
Pam Johnson (a local director) will be hosting a two-hour theatre workshop focused on landing a role at your next theatre audition. Adults and teens are invited to come and learn what directors are looking for, with some great tips on how to improve your next audition.
This workshop will be held on Saturday, November 14th from 10:00 to 12:00 at Trinity Arts Center and will be limted to just 20 students. If you're interested, please reserve your spot early. The cost is $20.
Jewish Dance Ministry Fundraiser On Saturday, October 17th.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/23/09.
Come experience "A Taste of Israel" with the Dance Ministry of Machaneh Ari Yehudah and the worship music of Joseph and Dawn Bell from Messianic Jewish Congregation, Lion of Judah in Bristol, TN.
Machaneh Ari Yehudah will perform Hebraic dancing with live Jewish gospel music, (think Fiddler on the Roof meets Take Six). This style of worship is much like what you would see in congregations of believers in Israel today. Donations taken at this event will go to sponsor a December Mission trip to Israel led by Machaneh Ari Yehudah. On this trip they will be serving with several ministries in Israel and bring the gospel message of hope, love, and encouragement to the people of Israel. The performance will begin at 7:00.
Additional Info About Auditions For The Sound Of Music!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/22/09.
Steve Davis just posted some additional info about the auditions for his March production of The Sound of Music (see below).
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
AUDITIONS FOR THE SOUND OF MUSIC PRODUCED BY STEVE DAVIS
Performance dates: March 26, 27, 28, 2010 at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Greenville, TN.
Audition dates: Thursday, Oct. 1 and Friday Oct. 2, 2009. (7-9 pm)
Auditions are at Trinity Arts Center (close to SAMS CLUB in J.C.)
All parts are available except for Captain Von Trapp and Maria.
No experience necessary.
Ages start at 5yrs (Gretel), and 100yrs is not too old!
Sing something you LOVE (a capella, track, or accompanist can be provided).
There will be a spontaneous reading.
We will work some dance routines.
There will be an application for basic info and experience.
Auditions will be private with Annemarie Dugan and Steve Davis. A positive experience for the one auditioning is important.
Auditions will video recorded.
Also looking for volunteers (stage crew, experienced follow spot operators, construction help, costume help, etc.)
Rehearsals will be at Trinity Arts Center.
For further info contact Steve Davis at (423) 677-3580 or stevenldavis@embarqmail.com.
Sponsor A Child Through World Vision!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/16/09.
Every six weeks or so, we're going to be promoting a non-profit organization that we support, encouraging our community to come along side us in supporting them. This month, that organization is World Vision.
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian charity organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities, tackling the causes of poverty and injustice around the globe. Once of the things that really sets them apart from other organizations is their reach (serving more than 100 million people) and their effectiveness and efficiency at what they do (nearly 90% of donated funds are used for direct support). Come along side us and sponsor a child today. We have literature in the lobby with more info.
The First Day Of Christmas Is On December 12th?
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/16/09.
Congratulations to the cast of our Youth Choir's December production of "The First Day of Christmas" by Jeff Slaughter of Dove Tail Music! Your roles are listed below!
| The First Day of Christmas: Cast List | ||
| Nan N. Baum - Mikaela Way | Dan N. Baum - Kate Fooshee | |
| Tan N. Baum - Brenna Williams | Jan N. Baum - Cora Burke | |
| Fran N. Baum - Caitlyn Crocket | Grandma - Brooke Rathbun | |
| Grandpa - Nathaniel Glenn | Fannie May - Katie Rathbun | |
| Ellie May - Kaycie Way | Ginger Breadhouse - Taylor Way | |
| Jean Gubells - Gillian Kick | PC - Rachel Lucas | |
| Dirk - Luke Rathbun | Patricia Gina Peartree - Ellen LaPrade | |
| Hildegard (Hilly) - Brielle Rathbun | Wilhelmina (Billy) - AK Tallent | |
| Cletis "Gator" Dunn - David Rathbun | ||
Everyone else... Mark your calendars to come out and enjoy this playful story about Christmas. A peek at the cast of characters listed above will give you an idea what to expect. = )
No More Parking On Chase Drive!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/15/09.
Earlier today, the Johnson City police stopped by to let us know they were going to start ticketing cars parked on Chase Drive, the street in front of the Arts Center.
Although they've allowed us to park in the street for the past two years, the city has fielded a couple complaints recently, and have decided to start enforcing the no parking signs that have always been there.
To provide more accessible (and ticket-free) parking, we've re-striped our front and back parking lots to maximize the available space. We've also created a pull-through lane in our front lot, to make it easier for drop-off parent's too pull straight through the lot, rather than back out into the street.
Although both of these things will help, we're also going to be adding additional parking at the back of the building in a couple weeks. As always, those of you here after 5:00 can also park in the lot across the street, and at the Summit building on the corner. Thanks so much for your understanding. We're working hard to make sure you have a safe and accessible access. Given a couple weeks, I think we'll have that. = )
Six-Week Teen Drawing Workshop w/ Jill Taylor!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/09/09.
Have you been looking to get your kids involved in an art class? We're offering a great introductory drawing class for middle and high school students that will teach all of the basics, setting them up for some very cool workshops later in the school year.
This initial workshop will include six one-hour lessons, scheduled from 5:00 to 6:00 each Wednesday, from September 23rd through November 4th. All of the student's materials are provided, including their own pencils, kneaded erasers, and sketchbook. The instructor for these courses, Jill Taylor, is a talented young artist and teacher who has some exciting ideas about incorporating more art workshops at the Arts Center. We are incredibly excited about what she brings to the table and will have at least a couple of our own kids involved. = )
Tuition, for the six-week workshop is just $60. Please reserve your spot early so we can plan materials accurately.
Six-Week Elementary Art Workshop: The Pumpkin Project
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/09/09.
Jill Taylor, one of our new art instructors, will be offering a fun six-week elementary art workshop where students will learn some basic art concepts while working on a great take-home project -- a decorative Fall Pumkin!
As part of the class, students will mold their own pumpkin out of clay, then draw, paint, and decorate it to their liking. Along the way, we'll learn about blending colors, different drawing, painting, and design techniques, and hopefully, a little bit about how they like to express themselves. = )
This workshop is open to elementary-age students (4-11) and will be held from 4:00 to 5:00 each Wednesday from September 23rd through November 4th. Tuition, for this six-week workshop is $60. As always, please RSVP ahead of time to help us plan our materials needs. Thanks!
Women's Self Defense Workshop On Saturday, Ocober 10th.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/07/09.
This is definitely outside our normal "arts" arena but -- we've invited Phil Thompson, a former SWAT instructor and federal protection specialist, to host a one-day workshop to teach his Managing Physical Confrontation (self-defense) course.
Phil is a former law enforcement officer who served on his department's SWAT team as an instructor and a tactical leadership officer. Phil was also trained by the federal government in VIP protection, providing protection to high-ranking members of the United States government. Although he isn't part of our normal staff at the Arts Center, Phil comes highly recommended from close friends who attend church with him, and have attended past workshops.
Is a "self defense" workshop for me?
I'm not sure, but we believe there's definitely value in what Phil teaches and -- we love the heart with which he does it. If you are a female, over the age of 18, you are welcome to attend this workshop from 8 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, October 10th. We know that it's hard to set aside an entire Saturday but -- this is a comprehensive workshop that covers a lot of materials and techniques. Lunch is provided. The cost is $20.
Trinity Arts Center Will Be OPEN on Labor Day!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 09/02/09.
Although we completely understand if you spend your Monday evening swimming, boating, grilling, or relaxing, all of our classes and lessons at the Arts Center will continue as normal on Monday, September 7th.
Our complete schedule is always available via our online calendar, which syncs with my laptop every thirty minutes or so. If you're ever wondering about what's coming up, that is the best place to get up-to-date info. By the way... Our next scheduled holiday is Fall Break, when we'll be off the entire week of October 11th through the 17th. We'll also be closed on November 26th and 27th for Thanksgiving. = )
Auditions For Steve Davis's Production Of The Sound Of Music!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/31/09.
Auditions for a Spring production of The Sound of Music (produced and directed by Steve Davis) will be held at Trinity Arts Center on October 1st and 2nd from 7:00 to 9:00. Auditions are open to the public and to all ages.
We don't have all the details yet but, Steve has reserved performance dates at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Greeneville, TN on March 26th, 27th, and 28th. Call backs will be schedule on Sunday, October 4th with weekly rehearsals starting soon after. Questions? Shoot Steve an email or stop by the auditions. We'd love to see you! = )
Genesis Photos Are Still Available!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/29/09.
Would you like prints of your students in their costume from our spring production of Genesis? Corrine Johnson is still making those available on her web site.
To preview those, and order prints, visit www.csjohnsonphotography.com, select "galleries" from the menu at the top of the page, then click on the "Genesis" photo set. The password is TAC.
Please Drop Off Socks & Toys For U.S. Soldiers!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/24/09.
Once a month or so, we're going to be promoting a community support or non-profit organization in the lobby at the Arts Center. This month, the program we're supporting is Socks For Soldiers.
Socks for Soldiers is a program designed to provide socks to soldiers who are overseas. In August, and part of September, we'll be collecting socks and small stuffed animals in the lobby, to be sent to active soldiers in Afghanistan. We'll also be sending hand-made notes and cards created by the students at the Arts Center. If you have a chance to do so, please drop off socks, beanie babies, or take a few minutes to create a card for a soldier. They'll definitely appreciate it!
Battle Of The Bands v7 Is Upon Us!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/13/09.
Battle of the Bands v7 kicks off on Saturday, August 22nd with a meet and greet at 10:00 AM. This one-hour introduction will give all of the participants a chance to perform a brief solo in front of the group, meet one another, and give the instructors some song suggestions before we jump into rehearsals the following week.
For those who aren't familiar... Battle of the Bands is a six-week workshop that allows young musicians to form a band, rehearse, then perform a concert in front of their friends and family. It's a awesome program, and is great fun for young musicians. Students must be between the ages of 11 and 18 to participate. The cost is $60 for enrolled students and $100 for first timers. Shoot me an email to RSVP by Wednesday, August 19th to reserve your spot.
8-Week Recorder Workshop Begins On August 19th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/12/09.
Alice Lucas will be teaching an 8-week recorder workshop on Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:45. This workshop is for students of all ages and is a great way to introduce your students to music without a lot of cost. = )
Classes will be held from 4:00 to 4:45 each week, August 19th through October 7th. Tuition for the 8-week workshop is $50, which includes the recorder and book. Please register early. This class will be limited to eight students.
Receive 10% Off From DiscountDance.com!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/10/09.
Looking for a good place to purchase dance clothing? Order using Tanya's teacher ID (TP28758) and get 10% off your purchase at DiscountDance.com!
With a few expections, Discount Dance is where we order all of our costumes, dance clothing, and shoes. I've added a button on the left side of the page so that you have a quick link anytime you need it. = )
Company Auditions for Central Ballet's "Exodus"
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/08/09.
Central Ballet, our great friends in Greeneville, have announced audition dates for their next production -- Exodus! Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 29th, and are open to any intermediate and advanced students in the area (levels 4 and 5 for our students).
Interested dancers should arrive between 1:00 and 1:30 and be ready to audition from 1:30 to 2:00. Solo auditions will continue after 2:00, no later than 5:00. Contact Lori Ann Sparks for details at (423) 639-9766. Click here for a map to their studios.
September Dance Workshop with Katie Diamond!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/06/09.
Attention intermediate and advanced dance students! Katie Diamond, of the Limon Institue in New York, will host a master class/workshop on Saturday, September 19th from 11:00am to 2:00pm.
This workshop is available to intermediate or advanced dance students (level three or above). The three-hour class will include barre and center work with an introduction to a modern style of dance called the Limon Technique. Those who worked with Katie the last time she was at Trinity, know that she does a great job. This is well worth the $25 participation fee.
As always, space is limited, and this workshop is open to the public. Please reserve your space early. This workshop will be held on the ETSU campus, in the Minidome (building 7), room 104. We'll send more detailed directions to everyone who registers. = )
God With Us Performance Dates Announced!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 08/05/09.
This year's production of God With Us will be performed on December 19th at Seeger Chapel on the Milligan College campus.
For those who are new to the Arts Center, God With Us is an original ballet, choreographed by our in-house professional and artistic director, Tanya Rathbun. This is a breathtaking production that includes performances from more than 100 students, telling the story of the nativity. This production, set to an inspirational selection of traditional and contemporary Christmas music, is quickly becoming a Christmas tradition for many families in the Tri-Cities. Make plans to join us this year on December 19th. = )
As with all of our public performances, we are looking for advertisers and event sponsors to help underwrite the cost of this production.
As you would expect, it takes a lot of time, money, and talent to bring together a production of this magnitude. Please consider joining with us to ensure that arts education and performance have a permanent home in the Tri-Cities!
One Last Chance For Early Registration!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 07/30/09.
Several of the Monday ballet classes are already full, as are many of the "prime" lesson times throughout the week. Monday is the last chance to grab your preferred lessons and class time before classes kick off next week.
We'll be at the Arts Center on Monday, August 3rd, from 5-8 to answer questions, give a tour, and get you registered for the 2009-2010 school year. Definitely shoot me an email if you'd prefer to touch base electroncially. = )
Singing In The Rain (Or In The Shower)?
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 07/27/09.
Looking for voice lessons, a choir, or musical theatre? Sign up with Rob Meier or Kellie McClendon for private lessons or -- join Alice Lucas and the youth choir this year.
Choir meets on Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:30 and is only $40 for the entire year. Rob and Kellie have private lesson times available on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday. As always, we encourage new students to schedule a free evaluation lesson with any of our instructors. If that's something you'd like to do, let me know.
The Act Or Not To Act...
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 07/21/09.
Thanks to everybody who came out to the Acting Workshop on Tuesday. From the "whoosh" and the bomb defusing, to improv scenes, movement drills, and journaling... We had a blast!
I know, I know. It was our bad for not promoting this a little earlier but -- those who heeded the last-minute call had a great night and we'll definitely work on doing something with these guys again. To Alaska, Katie, Chad, Rob, Thrin, and Rachel... We appreciate you, and hope to see you again soon.
Speaking of which... They'll be back on Thursday to perform an adaptation of John Bunyan's classic novel, The Pilgrim's Progress. The show starts at 8:00. Tickets are only $5. Why not come out and enjoy some live theatre with friends?
Early Registration Times On Monday, July 20th and 27th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 06/30/09.
Are you ready to register? Do you have questions about classes or lessons for the coming school year? Drop by one of our early registration times on Monday, July 20th or Monday, July 27th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM!
We'll be there to answer any questions, schedule lessons, and of course, get your students registered for the 2009-2010 school year. You can also download the registration form or send me an email if that's a better way to get the ball rolling. In any case, we hope to see you soon! = )
By the way... We've increased our tuition discounts substantially this year, providing 1 FREE month if you pay by semester, and 2 FREE months if you pay annually... Definitely worth a peek.
Attention Music Students... Your Old Times Are Going Away!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 06/29/09.
All current music students must confirm their intent to keep their current lessons days and times before Sunday, July 19th! On that date, I'll purge the schedule and start booking new students in those spots.
To hold those spots, you just need to mail or drop off your registration form, along with the $40 registration fee. Tuition isn't due until the first week of classes. If you're looking to make a move, or if you are a new student looking for the ideal spot... July 20th would be the best day to have your pick of the litter. = ) Note that the new registration forms have a box to indicate your preferred lessons times when you submit your registration forms. If you include that information, I'll follow up after July 19th's purge date to get those confirmed.
By the way... I fill all of our class and lessons spots on a first-come first-served basis. It is always a good idea to get your registration in early, especially for those smaller Pre Ballet and Ballet Basics classes and private lessons.
Don't Forget About The Acting Workshop On July 21st!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 06/21/09.
This workshop will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 on Tuesday, July 21st, for actors ages 12 to adult. The cost is just $25.
The Drifting Theatre Company has been producing shows, workshops, and theatre camps in the area for quite a while. This summer, they've agreed to host an acting workshop at Trinity Arts Center, as they wrap up a summer tour through the Eastern half of the US. In fact, they'll be coming to us, fresh off a two-week theatre camp at our own Northeast State.
The same group will be performing an adaptation of John Bunyan's "Pilgrim's Progress" at 7:30 on Thursday, July 23rd. Tickets for this show are just $5. The doors open at 7:00. Shoot me an email to RSVP.
Summer Break Begins In Just Four Weeks!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/29/09.
The school year wraps up on June 27th with our end-of-year Music Recital and Parent's Watch Week. PLEASE let us know if you have vacation plans that will interfere with this month's schedule. It really helps with our planning for the month.
There are a few key things to note about the month of June.
First... Parent's Watch week will take place the last week of June, and provides a time when parents, grandparents, and friends can come and watch that week's ballet class. It's a great chance to see what the kids have learned this year.
All of our music teachers have set aside times on either June 13th or June 20th to provide make up lessons for those who have missed one this semester. If you've missed a lesson, and would like to have the teacher make it up on one of those days... Please let me know.
Our Princess Ballerina and Artists In Armor summer camps have the potential to interfere with the morning classes for the last two weeks of June. If you would prefer to participate in one of the camps, we'll apply a $10 credit (for that week's classes) toward your camp tuition. Just include a quick note on your registration form letting me know that is your preference.
One final note: Please get tuition payments in early this month, as we don't have as much flexibility with payroll and expenses at the end of the year. Thanks!
Genesis Tickets are Selling Fast. Please Get Yours This Week!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/25/09.
Beginning today, Genesis tickets become available to the general public. If you haven't already gotten your tickets, please do so ASAP. There are only seven hundred seats for this performance. When they are gone... They're gone.
For those who aren't involved in the production... Genesis is an original contemporary dance production that portrays the creation, fall, and redemption of man in a sixty minute, three act performance. This production includes professional performances by Tanya Rathbun (Eve), Aaron Jackson (Adam), and more than eighty other dancers of all ages, set to an incredible musical score featuring songs from Hans Zimmer, Yo-Yo Ma, Matt Redman, Victor Wooten, Chris Tomlin, and more. I promise, this isn't your typical "ballet." = )
Tickets are available for $10 each, and may be purchased online or in person at the Trinity Arts Center. Seating is reserved so -- the earlier you order, the better the seats. Tickets ordered online will be given the best seats availalbe at the time of order. Let me know if you have any questions.
The BOTBv6 Concert Is This Saturday at Rotary Park.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/23/09.
Battle of the Bands v6 culminates this weekend with the finale concert at Rotary Park, at 6:30PM, after our Annual Family Picnic & Talent Show.
Come out to support these young performers as they rock out with some great Christian rock and contemporary music. The event is free to attend. Ballots, if you'd like to vote for your favorite, are $1. We'll see you there. = )
Music Recitals For This Semester -- June 26th & 27th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/22/09.
Music Recitals, for participating music students, are coming up on the weekend of June 27th. I'll send additional details as soon as the instructor schedules have been finalized.
For those who are new to the Arts Center, we schedule recitals toward the end of each semester, to give our music students a chance to show the results of their hard work and -- to motivate them to work hard, and continue to practice, down the stretch. = ) Recitals are scheduled with around twenty student at a time, meaning that each recital lasts an hour or less -- brief enough that you can bring the little ones without having to worry (too much) about them getting restless. = )
Participation isn't mandatory, but is encouraged for all students. As a student, it's much easier to stay motivated if you have the accountability of a recital coming up. = ) If you're not sure if you're student is participating... Talk to your instructor this week. Thanks!
Registration Forms for the 2009-2010 School Year are Available!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/20/09.
We've added several new dance classes (Modern, Jazz, and Classical Variations), private music instruction (cello and clarinet) and -- multiple enrollment and child discounts for the 2009-2010 school year, up to 35%!
You can register for classes anytime, although it's probably easiest to do that in person since some of the new discounts are hard to communicate on the form, especially if you are enrolling multiple students. By the way... You'll need to fill out a form for each student now, rather than have them all on one sheet.
Where are the art and theatre classes? We're going to be offering lots of them, in the form of 1-6 week workshops throughout the year. They aren't on the schedule yet but -- we'll post info about those as soon as we can. = )
Other than the changes noted above, the schedule, and the process, is about the same as last year. Download the form here and, of course, let me know if you have questions.
Advertisers and Event Sponsors needed for Genesis!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/06/09.
Genesis, our next contemporary dance production, is just six weeks away. We are looking for advertisers and event sponsors to help underwrite some of the cost of this production!
We have a incredible group of parents, students, and patrons who would be the envy of almost any company. = ) Would your company benefit from the visibility of being connected with our production? Please let me know.
One more thing... Tickets for Genesis will be available on Tuesday, May 12th. Please Note: We'll have assigned seating this year so -- get your tickets early to ensure seats up front! If you order online, I'll automatically set aside the best seats available. Don't forget! Each student receives two tickets for the production, which must be claimed so that seats can be assigned.
The Third Annual Trinity Arts Center Picnic & Talent Show!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/06/09.
On Saturday, May 30th, Trinity Arts Center will host its third annual Picnic & Talent Show at Rotary Park in Johnson City. The finale concert for Battle of the Bands will be held the same day, later in the evening.
The festivities will kick off at noon with a potluck picnic lunch served once all of the late comers arrive. = ) Someone (any volunteers for grill master?) will be serving up a variety of meats on the grill for everyone to enjoy. In addition, we're asking each family to bring their favorite side dishes, chips, deserts, or soft drinks.
The talent show will be happen around at 2:00, providing around an hour for students, parents, or friends to show us what they've got. Performances can include singing, playing, juggling, dancing, or about anything else that can loosely qualify as a talent. To guarantee your spot in the show, please let Jamin know about your intent to perform. Additional sign-ups will be available at the picnic, as time allows. In addition to the talent shows, we'll have face painting, bubbles, frisbee golf, and a variety of fun activities for the whole family. Rotary Park is a beautiful wooded setting with several pavilions, multiple playgrounds, and a kid-safe perimeter which is completely fenced in.
Finally, after a day of fun and food. We'll kick off the finale concert for Battle of the Band v6. We haven't established all of the details about concert yet. Things will start around 6:30. We may have food. I'll post the details soon.
Acting Workshop with The Drifting Theatre Company.
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/05/09.
This workshop will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 on Tuesday, July 21st, for actors ages 10 to adult. The cost is just $25.
The Drifting Theatre Company has been producing shows, workshops, and theatre camps in the area for quite a while. This summer, they've agreed to host an acting workshop at Trinity Arts Center, as they wrap up a summer tour through the Eastern half of the US. In fact, they'll be coming to us, fresh off a two-week theatre camp at our own Northeast State.
The workshop will include techniques and practice in improvisation, movement, and character development, as well as, just a good opportunity to connect and interact with other local actors. Please RSVP early to help us plan resources.
The Drifting Theatre Company presents Pilgrim's Progress!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/05/09.
At 7:30 on Thursday, July 23rd, The Drifting Theatre, in cooperation with The Uncovered Theatre Company, will present an adaptation of John Bunyan's Christian literary classic -- The Pilgrims Progress. Tickets are just $5. Doors open at 7:00.
This adaptation, subtitled "A New Journey", was written by Katie Fridsma. It is an allegory about the journey of a woman named Christina who leaves her family and friends in Ruin Town to face the dangers and trials of traveling the narrow path to Celestial City. Filled with beautiful music and inspiration Pilgrim's Progress - A New Journey is a great show for all ages.
This performance is presented by six professional actors in a fast-paced "black box" style production, meaning that actors play multiple roles and use minimal props. If you haven't experienced theatre in this context, this will be a great chance to see it done well. = ) Tickets will be available at the door for $5.
We have spots available in our Artists in Armor Summer Camp!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/02/09.
Our early bird registation date has passed but -- you can still register before June 1st for only $175 (a $25 savings)!
Artists In Armor is an all day (9-4) summer camp with art, music, theatre, Bible, and much much more! If you have students between the ages of 4 and 11, they will love Artists In Armor! Give us a call if you'd like more info, or click the button to the left. We'd love to have them! = )
There's still room in our (very girly) Princess Ballerina Camp!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 05/02/09.
Dancing, costumes, tea parties, pajama parties, makeup, jewelry... If it's pretty and graceful and girly, we'll have it at Princess Ballerina Camp!
We've got 18 spots left for this years camp. If you have a daughter, ages 3 to 7, who loves to dance and be pretty (don't they all?)... They'll love Princess Ballerina Camp. = ) Click the button to the left to view, download, and print a registration form, or stop by the Arts Center for additional info.
Dance Workshop with Katie Diamond of the Limon Institute!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/14/09.
Attention intermediate and advanced dance students! Katie Diamond, of the Limon Institue in New York, will host a master class/worskshop on Saturday, May 9th from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
This workshop is available to intermediate or advanced dance students (level three or above). The three-hour class will include barre and center work with an introduction to a modern style of dance called the Limon Technique. This combination of classical and contemporary styles will be a great experience for local dance students, with the opportunity to learn choreography from the Limon repertoire. Please don't miss it.
The cost of this workshop is just $25 per student. Space is limited, and this workshop is open to the public. Please reserve your space early. Registration is due no later than May 1st.
Don't Miss Kris Carlson in Concert on May 9th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/14/09.
On Saturday, May 9th at 8:00, Kris Carlson will perform some of his own original music, as well as hits from some of his favorites... James Taylor, Chris Rice, The Beatles, and more.
Kris is an incredible musician, on both guitar and piano, and we're thrilled to be hosting him for this special event. Tickets, as for all of our concert series, are FREE. However, seating is limited to around 150 so, in order to attend, you need to pick up a ticket. Although the concert is free, there will be an opportunity to donate money toward the Campus House, a college ministry that Kris works closely with.
Come out and support Kris, enjoy some great music, and spend a fun evening at the Arts Center. We'll see you there!
Battle Of The Bands v6 Begins on April 18th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/12/09.
Are you ready to rock? Battle of the Bands kicks off its sixth installment on Saturday, April 18th from 10:00 to 11:00. Please let me know by Wendnesday, April 15th if you'd like to participate.
If you're not familiar... Battle of the Bands is a six-week workshop that allows young musicians to form a band, rehearse for six weeks, then perform a concert in front of their friends and family. It's a awesome program, and is great fun for young musicians. Students must be between the ages of 11 and 18 to participate. The cost is $60 for enrolled students and $100 for first timers.
Princess Ballerina Summer Camp -- June 15-19th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/10/09.
Here ye, here ye! King Jamin and Queen Tanya cordially invite every princess in the kingdom (ages three to seven) to attend the 1st Annual Trinity Arts Center Princess Ballerina Camp.
Camp will begin on Monday, June 15th, from 9:00 in the morning to 12:00 in the afternoon, and will continue each day until Friday, June 19th. Activities will include any and all things of grace and beauty, things playful and lovely, including daily tea parties, extravagant ballet and party costumes, beautiful dance instruction, engaging classical music, and much much more.
Click the button form to the left for more info. Registration is due by May 1st.
Artists In Armor Summer Camp -- June 22-26th!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/10/09.
Our Artists In Armor summer camp is back for its third year! It's going to be bigger and better than ever with art, music, and theatre fun for everyone! (sorry, I didn't mean to rhyme).
Artists In Armor is a week long arts camp designed for 4-10 year old students interested in theatre, art, and music. This all-day (9 - 4) camp includes games, entertainment, music, and learning projects designed to give students a strong introduction to the arts, combined with an equal emphasis on the Biblical principles behind gifts and service, reinforced through a theme passage for the week. The cost is $165* and includes a t-shirt, camp id card, and LOTS of take-home projects and materials.
Click the button form to the left for more info. Registration is due by May 1st.
Listen For Kaitlyn Ferry On PBS This Week!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/07/09.
Katilyn Ferry, one of the violin instructors here at Trinity Arts Center, can be heard as part of Appalachia: A History Of Mountains & People, a four-part documentary series that begins this week on PBS.
Tune in this Thursday night at 10PM for the first installment. Check out the web site for more info.
Genesis, Our Next Original Ballet, Is Coming Soon!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/06/09.
Genesis, a contemporary portrayal of the creation, fall, and redemption of the world, will be performed as an original modern ballet on Friday, June 12th!
Genesis will be presented in three acts: Creation (an account of the days of creation outlined in Genesis), The Fall (the temptation and disobedience of man), and Redemption (the introduction of Light into the world). The cast will include more than 100 dance students of all ages, with professional performances by Tanya Rathbun, artistic director at Trinity Arts Center, and Dante Adella, a contemporary dancer from New York City, as Adam and Eve. This will definitely be a performance worth seeing! = )
Genesis will be performed on Friday June 12th, at 7:00 in the seven hundred seat auditorium of Christ Fellowship in Kingsport, TN. Tickets for this event are $10. You can reserve those online as of today.
Congrats To J4, And Our Own Kris Carlson!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/03/09.
Congrast to J4 on their victory in the CBS Early Show "Singing Family Face Off" this week. Congrats also to our own Kris Carlson, who has been working with the band throughout the contest! = )
Kris has had a great time working with the kids and is very proud of what they've accomplished. Thanks for everyone for voting. We can't wait to hear the album! = )
Don't Miss Jamin In Concert, This Saturday!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 04/02/09.
Don't forget about Jamin's concert this weekend. As of the time of this email, there were about 15 tickets left. They're free. Come and get 'em if you want to attend.
This concert is intended both to give Jamin a platform to share his music and to raise money toward he and Tanya's pending adoption from Ethiopia. The concert is free. There will be a box where you can give a love offering if you would like. = )
LOTS of things are coming down the pipe this spring and summer including: the 3rd annual Family Picnic & Talent Show, our Artists In Armor and Princess Ballerina summer camps, Genesis (our next original ballet), Battle of the Bands, spring music recitals, summer ballet intensives, and more.
All of those events have been added to our online calendar, with registration forms available at the front table. Keep your eyes on your email or the website for details on the rest.
One more thing... April tuition is due this week. Please get that in on time. It helps a lot. Thanks!
Concerts, Concerts, and more Concerts!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 03/06/09.
Battle of the Bands v5 culminates on Saturday, March 7th at 7:00 with the finale concert! The concert is free to attend but -- it'll cost you a $1 if you want to vote!
This is a fun night of music, performed by some of our most talented young music students (although it might be a little loud for some of the old folks). The faculty band (Jamin, Paul, Kris, Ned, Ethan, and Josh) will also be playing a song or two to kick things off. Hopefuly we'll see you there!
Don't forget about Jamin's concert/fundraiser on Saturday, April 4th at 8:00. Tickets are free but -- they are limited so... Pick yours up at the Arts Center to reserve a spot.
I'll be playing music from some of my past music projects and -- a few other things from artists that have influenced me over the years. It'll be just me, my guitar, and a piano... Hopefully a nice night of music for everybody. =)
By the way... our own Kris Carlson will be playing a concert on Saturday, May 9th. He is an incredible young songwriter on both piano and guitar and -- I assume might throw a little James Taylor and Chris Rice in the mix. = ) You won't want to miss it!
The 3rd Annual Trinity Arts Center Family Picnic & Talent Show is on the calendar for May 30th! This is a great day out for the entire family, with food, music, bubbles, face painting, and lots more.
We haven't set a final schedule for the day but -- we'll have lunch a round noon, with talent shows at 1:00 and 3:00. Later that evening, we'll have an all-you-can-eat pizza dinner and -- the finale concert for Battle of the Bands v6. We'll post all of the details once we have them.
We'll have more info about Genesis, our next original ballet, Steve Davis's fall production of The Sound of Music, and both of our Summer Camps once we get back from Spring Break!
Our full calendar, by the way, including tentative performance dates, can be viewed online. That calendar syncs with my own so -- that's the best way to stay in the loop on what's coming.
Finally... Please don't forget that tuition is due the first week of each month. It helps when that gets in on time. = ) Thanks!
Carnegie Hall, Here We Come!
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 02/15/09.
OK. So it's not quite Carnegie Hall but -- on April 4th, I (Jamin Rathbun) will be kicking off the first of many FREE concerts, as part of an ongoing effort to highlight the talents of local musicians and artists!
That's right! Yours truly will be performing a variety of my original piano and guitar music on Saturday, April 4th at Trinity Arts Center, at 8:00 PM.
For those who aren't familiar with my musical history... I'll be performing a variety of songs from my varied musical past, including a handful of new things, a couple of my own hymn arrangements, and maybe even a few songs where you can sing along. = )
To attend this event, you'll need to pick up a ticket at Trinity Arts Center. Tickets are free but -- you will have the chance to give some kind of love offering to help fund the adoption of Jamin and Tanya's new son (maybe sons?) from Ethiopia.
Keep in mind that we only have space to host about 200 people so... Make your ticket acquisition plans accordingly. They'll be available on March 2nd. I hope to see you there!
The Battle of the Bands v5 concert has been moved from February 28th to Saturday, March 7th at 7:00!
If you're not familiar... Battle of the Bands is a six-week workshop that allows young musicians to form a band, rehearse for six weeks, then perform a concert in front of their friends and family. It's a awesome program, and the concert is always great fun for the whole family. As always... It's FREE to attend. It'll cost you $1 if you'd like to vote. = )
Although we haven't finalized all the details... Mark your calendars for our Princess Ballerina and Artists in Armor summer arts camps in June!
Both dates are included in the Trinity Arts Center online calendar, along with dates for Spring Break, Battle of the Bands v6, Genesis (our newest original ballet), and spring music recitals.
Auditions, Music Fundamentals Class, & Answers...
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 02/02/09.
Attention singers and actors! Providence Academy is holding auditions at 4:00 this Friday, for roles in their upcoming production of the musical State Fair.
I don't have all the details yet but I do know four things: auditions will be held this Friday at 4:00; rehearsals are tentatively scheduled on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3:15 to 5:15; the performances are scheduled for May 7th and 8th; and -- they have invited students of Trinity Arts Center to participate.
I'll be there on Friday to take pics of everybody and help with some of the paperwork. Contact Cindy Hornbaker, the new theatre instructor at Providence Academy, for details. Hopefully we'll see you there!
Next Monday, we begin a 16-week Music Fundamentals class targeted at 6-8 year old students. This program was developed, and will be taught, by Miss Carol Macauley, an extremely qualified and experienced instructor. (details below)
Music Fundamentals is a class designed for 6-through-8 year olds, with a maximum enrollment of eight children. Each session of this sixteen-week course will last 1.5 hours, from 5 to 6:30 on Mondays, and will begin on Feb. 9th. The class will be taught by Carol Macaulay, founder and director of the Children's Division of the Academy of Music Northwest (Seattle) from 2000 to 2007, and likewise the director of the Junior Theory and Ear Training program at the Manhattan School of Music (New York) from 1984 to 2000.
The Music Fundamentals class will use her highly successful Musical Toolbox, a series of lessons that each work from music-making first, and then progress towards developing the skills and knowledge called "music theory" and "ear training." This "ear first" approach is intended to encourage the integration of new concepts such as pitch names, rhythm durations, meters, tempos, key signatures, scales, forms, phrase structure, major/minor, etc. into an increasing body of aurally-relevant percepts.
Miss Macaulay is a fully certified Dalcroze Eurhythmics instructor, which prepares her to use the child's natural propensity for movement as a portal to musical understanding. The class is intended for young musicians who have already begun instrumental or vocal training, and who wish for increased sight-reading and sight-singing ability (the notes and the rhythms both) as well as a better understanding of the "meaning" created among the musical structures of a given piece.
If you are interested in Music Fundamentals for your student, please let me know asap. There are only eight spots available in the class. I expect it will fill quickly. The cost, including all materials and class time for the 16-week session, is $175.
One more thing... Thanks for all the great feedback last month about things that you like (and don't like) about your experience at Trinity Arts Center!
All of your feedback was helpful, and helped to highlight a few places where we have been dropping the ball a bit, or at the least, communicating poorly about it. To remedy that, we've created a a special page on the site designed to provide responses to some of your questions and feedback. If you submitted feedback about makeup lessons, recitals, productions, t-shirts, or parking (all topics that received multiple submissions), take a look. The answer might be there. = )
Also... Thanks for all of the encouragement. We were overwhelmed with, and appreciate, all of the positive comments. We also appreciate your participation at the Arts Center, and the chance to teach and encourage your kids. There's no doubt about it. We are blessed!
Thanks!
P.S. I've added a link on the web site to a public calendar for everything going on at Trinity Arts Center. You can check that out here.
What Do You Think About Trinity Arts Center?
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 01/18/09.
Do you have something to tell us? Is there something we can do better? Have we dropped the ball in some way? Are we doing such a great job that you'd like to give us a shout out? = )
This form provides a place for you to give us completely anonymous feedback about our classes, instructors, tuition, facility, policies... Anything you'd like. What you post here is translated into an private comment that only lets us know what you think, not who you are.
We really do want to hear what you have to say. Please take a minute to let us know what we can do to serve you, your kids, your church, or your organization better.
A very special thanks to the instructors and students who participated in one of the seven music recitals this weekend!
I'm incredibly impressed with your progress, and equally impressed with the job our instructors are doing with you guys. Keep up the good work. We're lucky to have you. = ) By the way... There are a few pics posted on the Flickr site. If you have photos that you'd like to share, please send them my way.
Battle of the Bands v5 kicks off this weekend with a meet and greet scheduled from 10:00 to 11:00 on Saturday, January 24th.
Students who would like to participate should RSVP by Wednesday, letting me know what instrument they would like to play. Saturday's meet and greet will provide an opportunity for each student to play a brief "audition" piece so that the instructors can get an idea how best to form the bands and select music. We'll have guitars, amps, drums, and keyboards. You're welcome to bring anything else you might need.
Semester tuition payments are due this week. Monthly tuition payments were due last week. = )
Please get those in on time... It helps a lot.
What's coming up in 2009?
Posted by Jamin Rathbun on 01/04/09.
Our two-week Christmas break is over, and we are back in class on Monday, January 5th. Please note: the "semester" doesn't actually end until January 24th.
Those of you paying semester installments on tuition will have the second payment (for the last half of the year) due by January 24th. Those paying monthly tuition will continue to have payments due the first week of each month. In either case, please get those payments in on time! We DO accept credit cards, if that is an easier way to take advantage of the 8% semester discount. = )
This is a great time to get started in classes or lessons, by the way, as we begin the second half of the year. If you have questions, please let me know.
Battle of the Bands v5 begins on Saturday, January 24th with an initial meeting to assign bands and start picking music. Please RSVP by Wednesday, January 21st if you plan on participating.
For those who aren't familiar... Battle of the Bands is a six-week contest where we pair young musicians with an instructor-leader and 3 or 4 other students to learn a song from a Christian rock or contemporary artist. Each band will have six weeks to learn and rehearse their song, culminating with a "Battle of the Bands" concert, held on Saturday, February 28th. Contact Jamin for more info.
Music Students! Don't forget to confirm the time of your recital on January 17th. Most of our instructors are also setting aside time for makeup lessons this month. If we owe you one, please let us know.
There's lots more in the pipe for the second half of the year. Stay tuned for more info about that or subscribe to our RSS feed to have news delivered to you. = )
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