The Salvation Army School Of Music And Art Registration Begins Aug. 7

Thursday, July 26, 2012

School of Music & Arts Fall registration will be Aug. 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, & 28 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Salvation Army at 1019 N. Moore Road.

The School of Music & Arts offers class instruction to third through twelfth graders each Tuesday evening during two semesters that correspond to the school year. Depending on school grade, students take a major class, select two or four elective classes and participate in a Christian devotional. The major class for grades 3-5 is General Music Introduction and recorder. Students in grades six through 12 are enrolled in Brass Band as their major class. Elective classes include guitar, percussion, piano, and art. Art classes cover a variety of media and art history.

Officials said, "Music enriches our lives. Learning to play music instills self-discipline, builds self-esteem, increases self-confidence and encourages leadership. One of the exciting ministries of The Salvation Army in Chattanooga is the School of Music and Arts. SOMA is changing young lives at the Citadel Corps Community Center on North Moore Road."

The School of Music & Arts Program starts Aug. 14 and goes through Dec. 11. SOMA is every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Citadel Corps. Registration is $50 per semester or $80 for the whole year. If you are interested in sponsoring a student or making a monetary donation, please call 423 756-1023. For more information about the School of Music and Arts, please call 423 499-0216.



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