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A Message From. Our Founder
Really, it’s August? Time to be thinking about “Back to school”, the approaching “Fall” events, getting my sweaters out (well perhaps it’s a bit early for that), and even Holidays! They are here! Seriously, when August comes, somehow my mind starts imagining what this year's FMAA Christmas card will look like! I start “seeing” gifts for people as I walk through stores, and I begin my stockpile. I have a shelf in my office at home that begins to fill up starting about this time of year, with gifts, etc for Christmas.
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I have always done this! I already have 2-3 gifts on the shelf, and another 2022 Christmas list going.
The reality is that it is still summer, the holidays are several months away and it is HOT. I know I’m odd, but I do like the heat. Those of you that know me well, know that I love going to hot yoga. I go three times a week if I can! Just to give you an idea of how hot it can be in the room, I took a pic of the thermostat the other day. Yes, 110! This is for real!! This is really how hot it can get. And, it’s humid! I know, I know…but there is just something about it. Somehow in the heat, I can turn off my brain and forget about all my lists of so much to do, and just “be”. By the way, I’m not the only crazy one, there are MANY people that love the heat…
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My cat Frigg, having some fun in the bathroom! |
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So, It makes sense that this month's business 'highlight' is Tower Yoga. It is right across from the Tower Academy. Everyone there is so nice. The owners, Jameson and Kellie have created such a cool community. All the teachers are amazing. The “vibe” is so loving and inviting. It is one of my very favorite spots. Next to FMAA, it’s one of THEE most awesome places in Tower.
Love you all,
Deb
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Check out our BACK TO SCHOOL deal! For a limited time, you can sign up for music lessons and get a bunch of free stuff! Only 25 new students will be able to claim this offer, so call ASAP!
*expires after the month of August
TOWER: 559-222-SING (7464) NORTH FRESNO: (559) 007-3833
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Do you know someone in need of a drum set? Fresno Music Academy would like to give one away! We have a drum set on our hands that we are looking to give to someone who would appreciate their own kit to practice on. The winner will be chosen on October 1st!
Here's how it works:
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If there is someone in your life or community that you would like to nominate for our drum kit contest, please email us a short paragraph detailing who they are and why they would be a good fit for this prize. Please send any entries for consideration to info@fresnomusicacademy.com.
We hope to hear from you soon and can't wait to hear about the special
drummers in your life!
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Emily Kearns & Camile Gaston |
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Meet front office receptionist and Music Fun Time instructor, Emily Kearns! I first met Emily several years ago when I was the choir director at Bethel Lutheran Church. She sang in the choir and became one of my private voice students. People don’t know this but Emily has a lovely voice!
Emily was born in Fresno and recently graduated from Fresno State with her Theatre Degree in Acting. For the past two years that she's worked in the FMAA office she's also been a full-time student!
She earned her degree this past May in Theater Arts from Fresno State!
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In addition to working in the front office, Emily has taught Music Fun Time since 2019 and now has more of an administrative role in that program. Before working at FMAA, Emily worked at Hi Top (the coffee shop next door) for several years, so she probably remembers you, and your drink order.
When she's not at the music school, Emily is probably in a play. This past year she has been in Barefoot in the Park at Good Company Players' 2nd Space Theater, as well as Guys and Dolls and Sister Act the Musical at Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater. She has been in 20+ shows in her lifetime!
Emily is an expert in episodes of "The Office", an animal lover, and she loves to write. I often ask her to “write” up a draft of this or that for me. She is a GREAT help to me in that regard. She is just a joy to have around!
She is currently in GCP’s production of Sister Act, along with our newest staff member/voice teacher Camile Gaston, who has the leading role. You won’t want to miss this show!
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The Importance Of A Music Mentor
Would you like to become a successful professional musician who works full-time in the music industry?
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The truth is, starting a career in music and earning a good living doing it is a very attainable goal. However, many musicians make the mistake of trying to build a career in the music business with absolutely no strategy for success. As a result, it takes them much longer to accomplish what they want with music (if they ever do).
If you would like to start a career in music and quickly reach success as a professional musician, it is crucial to find a mentor who has already achieved great things in the music business. By learning about the music industry from a professional who has already done big things, you will be much more likely to succeed in your own music career.
1. They have the ability to pay attention to the small details of your music career while helping you to stay on track toward your larger, long-term goals.
In order to maintain success throughout your music career, you will need to keep your biggest goals in mind with each action you take. For most musicians, it is easy for them to become distracted in their music careers and lose direction. This often leads them down a long and frustrating path as they seem to be ‘doing things' in their music career, but in fact, are not working toward what it is that they truly want to achieve. Additionally, the majority of musicians do not understand how to pursue their music career goals in a highly focused manner by using an effective strategy. These musicians generally see limited to no success and as a result, are forced to work outside of the music business.
When looking for your mentor, you must make sure that this person understands how to build highly effective strategies to help you achieve your music career goals as quickly as possible. With that in mind, it is possible that even with the right strategy in place, you may still become distracted, confused or uncertain throughout the course of your music career. A good mentor will instantly notice subtle signs that you are going down the wrong path, and will quickly step in to help you find your way again.
2. They already were/are successful in the music business, and they're able to help you solve any problems that get in the way of your music career goals.
Starting a career in music is often a very frustrating experience for most musicians. Although there is a great deal of information about the music business online; most of it is intended for use by the general music community. As a result, you may have specific questions about your own challenges in your music career, but no specific answers to help you deal with them. On top of that, the music industry information you find online does not help you understand the difference between ‘useful’ information and information that either no longer applies to most musicians or does not apply to you in your own music career. This is why it is absolutely essential that you find a mentor who understands the inner workings of the music industry and has already built a successful career by figuring these things out.
Don’t make the mistake of trying to figure everything out on your own in the music business. This is the same thing that so many musicians do, and this is why most musicians DO NOT make it to successful music careers. Regardless of your current experience in the music industry, I encourage you to seek out your own music career mentor as soon as possible so you can quickly begin reaching your full potential for success in your music career.
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KIDS ART CLASSES taught by Lyric Gianni at Fresno Music Academy are just a ton of fun! New students have been coming in every week to show off their unique skills and personalities! Take a look at some of the projects we have done so far... If you have a student who is interested in art, call us up and give it a try!
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- AGES 8-14
- FIVE SLOTS PER CLASS
- MONTH OF AUGUST ONLY
MON. IN TOWER 10:30-12:30
TUES. IN NORTH 10:30-12:30
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CALL TODAY! 559-222-SING (7464) |
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The adults were getting jealous that the kids get art lessons this summer, so we decided to add something else to the calendar!
The first two events were SO MUCH FUN! We will be rescheduling the 3rd session (simple Batik) at some point!
Here are a few photos of some the wonderful participants! Keep an eye out for more events like this in the future!
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Mosaic tiling and collage examples from our first two classes... |
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Get that performance experience in a safe, supportive environment! Sign up sheets can be found in the front offices of both locations! |
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Two age categories, cash prizes, and local notoriety! We highly recommend that you sign up and show off your stuff!
The theme this year is:
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
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Valley Music Hall of Fame
John and both sit on the board of the Valley Music hall of Fame.
We are excited to announce the 2022 Class of Inductees. We would like to invite YOU to our celebration of these amazing artists that have contributed to our Valley’s musical heritage!
The event is on Wednesday, September 21st at Roger Rocka’s Music Hall. Tickets go on sale soon.
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Business Highlight - Tower Yoga |
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"We are a co-created phenomenon that consists of human beings connecting to each other in a safe space. We welcome the beauty of the human spectrum into our studio to participate in a friendly, loving, and accessible atmosphere. Yoga is the medium through which we connect, but community is the glue that connects us. You are invited to practice at Tower Yoga and embrace the fullness that is a vibrant yoga community." |
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Music Stand Give-Away
This month's winner is Eleni Murray! We hope you enjoy that music stand and put it to good use! Remember, practice makes perfect!
Each month we are giving away one music stand valued at $35 to a lucky student here at FMAA! Each time you show up to your lesson in person, write your name on the slip of paper provided and enter to win! You may enter each week that you come in!
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Refer a new student! If you refer us to a student that signs up to take lessons with us, you and that student get a $25 gift card, and YOUR name is entered into a contest to win a $250 gift card. Please help us spread the word!
People who refer and get someone to sign up will be put into a December drawing! The prize is two tickets to Roger Rocka’s Dinner & Show!
Do you know anyone who would benefit from music lessons? This is the most rewarding way to help Fresno Music Academy & Arts! All you have to do is fill out a short form...
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For the benefit of new and existing students, we've created a VIRTUAL TOUR of Fresno Music Academy & Arts.
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🎶 Music Facts 🎶
- The longest song title ever is Hoagy Carmichael’s 1943 “I'm a Cranky Old Yank in a Clanky Old Tank on the Streets of Yokohama with my Honolulu Mama Doin' Those Beat-o, Beat-o Flat-On-My-Seat-o, Hirohito Blues.”
- In 2015, Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield released the first ever album recorded entirely in space, named Space Sessions: Songs from a Tin Can.
- Leo Fender, the founder of the iconic electric guitar and bass brand and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, never learned to play either instrument.
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Welcome, new students!
We appreciate your commitment to helping Fresno Music Academy & Arts grow! Music should be shared with everyone. Thank you!
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Music is the Universal Language. We at Fresno Music Academy & Arts believe deeply that music is a way to spread love and peace into this world. We help do that everyday, by teaching music to children and adults from all backgrounds and walks of life. |
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HOURS:
Monday - Friday, 10AM-7PM and Saturday, 9AM-3PM
Opening Sundays SOON!
We offer lessons in: Voice, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, drums, violin, flute, clarinet, and a recognized early childhood music program MUSIC FUNTIME.
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559-222-SING (7464) & (559) 207-3833
1298 N. Wishon Ave.
Fresno, CA 93728
8068 N Cedar Ave.
Fresno, CA 93728
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