The Fine Arts Academy is designed for people of all ages. We welcome children, teens and adults, whether they are beginners or experienced.
Kathy Wallace
Academy Director
We Offer Quality Instruction In:
Piano
Kathy Wallace, Piano Instructor
Bachelor of Music with a concentration in Piano Pedagogy, University of Montevallo
Riverchase UMC Pianist
Erika Crowley, Piano Instructor
Bachelor’s in Piano Performance, Birmingham-Southern.
Master’s in Composition, Mill’s College
Voice
Carolynn Malmborg, Voice Instructor
Bachelor of Arts in Music and English, Carson Newman University
Guitar
Will Cash, Guitar Instructor
Professional guitarist with 12 years of teaching experience
Flute
Lisa Davis, Flute Instructor
Bachelor’s of Music Performance, Curtis Institute of Music
Further studies at Boston Conservatory of Music and Music Academy of the West
Band Instruments
Erin Lyon, Band Instruments Instructor
Bachelor’s and Master’s in Music Education, Troy University. Pursuing PhD in Music Education at Auburn University.
National Board Certified Teacher
Kindermusik
Wendi Slauson, Kindermusik Instructor
Master of Music, Performance and Pedagogy, University of Houston
How We Operate
Lessons are provided at Riverchase United Methodist Church. Recitals are held in December and May.
Semesters
For private music instruction, we offer three semesters:
- Fall (16 weeks, Aug. through Dec.)
- Spring (16 weeks, Jan. through May)
- Summer (flex schedule)
Length of Lessons
Music lessons are 30 minutes long. If you would like longer lessons, this can be arranged through the Director.
Cost of Lessons
- Lessons are $480 per semester, payable in four installments of $120. We will prorate the cost if you begin taking lessons after a semester has started.
Getting Started
Email Kathy Carlisle Wallace, she will walk you through the process and set up your schedule. Please complete this enrollment form and bring it to your first session.