• The Salvation Army of Clay County School of Performing Arts 2026-2027 Adult Beginner Piano/Guitar Instruction Classes

  • The Salvation Army School of Performing Arts exists
    ...to expose young people to a quality music education and to encourage a love of the arts through engaging and innovative instruction.
    ...to introduce children and parents to the Kingdom of God through the avenue of music, acknowledging that it is a gift from God to be used for His glory.
    ...to further the mission of the Salvation Army in Clay County by preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human need in His name without discrimination.

  • We believe that music provides a unique opportunity to effect change in the individual and the community. It is our hope that every student who passes through our doors would learn not only an appreciation for music but a passion to make a difference in their world.

  • Classes Offered

    • Piano
    • Guitar

  • Schedule

  • Tuesday       530p-730p

  • There will be a bible bookmark for you at the beginning of each instruction hour. Classes of Instruction will be 50 minutes in length. The instruction hour that each student is assigned to will be determined by skill level and # of students enrolling.

  • Location

  • All classes take place at The Salvation Army of Clay County, 2795 CR 220, Middleburg, FL

  • COVID 19

  • Currently, masks are optional while inside our facility due to the current Covid situation in our area. This is in place for the safety of both staff and students. This may change according to the Covid situation in the future.

  • Instruments

  • -Limited quantities of instruments (guitars) are available to use for those in need of them.


    -Students are encouraged to use their personal instruments.

    -Have a backup instrument plan in the event we use all of our supplies


    -Piano students have access to our piano lab during instruction but will not be permitted to take the pianos home. They MUST have access to a piano or keyboard at home to practice.


    *An Instrument Loan Agreement will be provided to and must be signed by a parent/guardian before any instruments are given to the students.

  • Fees

  • All Students
    $300 per year


    If a student would like to take more than one class and there are no conflicts, the cost is an additional $300 per class per student.

  • *The full sum for the year must be paid by November 19, 2026. If a payment plan is arranged, payments must be received as agreed upon in order for your student not to have an interruption in instruction.

  • *Refunds may be requested for students who choose not to continue in the program up to 2 weeks from the start of the program. However, after the 2 weeks you will be responsible for the FULL YEAR cost ifthe student is withdrawn or dismissed from enrollment.

  • Additionally, registration for new students will remain open up to 2 weeks from the start of the program as enrollment permits.

  • Dates

    • August 18, 2026 - May 6, 2027
    • No Classes: November 24, 2027 - January 1, 2027 & March 23, 2027
    • May 6, 2027 - Final Performance (subject to change due to any class cancellations)

  • Attendance Policy

    • Students should arrive no later than 5 minutes before & no earlier than 15 minutes to the start of their respective class.
    • Frequent tardiness may be grounds for dismissal from the Program as it proves disruptive to the flow and effectiveness of instruction.
    • Students will be allowed 3 unexcused absences (Unexcused Absences are defined as any absence in which we are not notified prior to or immediately following Tuesday Classes with the exception of family or medical emergencies)
    • After the 3rd unexcused absence, students may be dismissed from enrollment without refund.
    • Please make every effort to inform us in advance of your student's absence via phone or e-mail so that proper preparations may be made.

  • Classroom Experience

    • Students are required to bring all materials/instruments to class every week.
    • Students are required to practice at home the lessons that have been given to them.
    • Failure to do bring their materials/instruments may result in their inability to participate in the instruction for the evening as we may not have enough instruments to accommodate every student.
  • For All Inquiries: kim.lewis@uss.salvationarmy.org or (904) 276-6677 ext. 4310

  • The Salvation Army of Clay County School of Performing Arts 2026-2027 Adult Beginner Piano/Guitar Instruction Classes

  • Acknowledgement Sheet

  • Withdrawal/Dismissal from School of Performing Arts

    • If the student withdraws or is dismissed from the School of Performing Arts after 2 weeks of the program beginning, you will be responsible for the payment of the FULL TUITION for the year

  • COVID GUIDELINES

    • Masks are optional inside our facility but are subject to change

  • ATTENDANCE POLICY

    • Students should arrive no later than 5 minutes before and no earlier than 15 minutes to the start of their respective class.
    • Frequent tardiness may be grounds for dismissal from the Program as it proves disruptive to the flow and effectiveness of instruction.
    • Students will be allowed 3 unexcused absences (Unexcused Absences are defined as any absence in which we are not notified prior to or immediately following Thursday Classes with the exception of family or medical emergencies)
    • After the 3rd unexcused absence, students may be dismissed from enrollment without refund
    • Please make every effort to inform us in advance of your student's absence via phone or e-mail so that proper preparations may be made.

  • CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE

    • Students are required to bring all materials/instruments to class every week.
    • Failure to do so may result in their inability to participate in the instruction for the evening as we do not have enough instruments to accommodate every student.
  • I, the undersigned, have read and understand the policies outlined in the information packet. By signing below, I agree to adhere to said policies.
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  • The Salvation Army of Clay County
    School of Performing Arts
    2026-2027

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  • INSTRUCTION CLASS OF CHOICE: (CHECK ONE OR BOTH FOR DUAL CLASSES)*
  • Does the student have their own instrument? Y/N*
  • Will they need an instrument loan from us? Y/N*
  • If this student attended instruction with us last year, what class did they attend? (circle those that apply)*
  • Has student had previous non-YouTube/video lessons?*
  • The cost of SPA is $300 per student for this instruction year. If additional instruction for another instrument/class wants to be taken and there are no conflicts, the cost is an additional $300 per student per instruction year. I understand that a minimum $150 deposit per student is due upon enrolling. Students WILL NOT have reserved enrollment slots if no deposit has been made.
  • Choice of type of payment: (Payment must be paid before enrollment is secured)*

  • Enrollment is NOT SECURED until payment is made.  

    Payment must be made within 1 week of submission of enrollment forms.

     

  • If I have not paid in full, I understand that I will pay the remaining balance of the Total Instruction Fee amount in the following manner and if I do not adhere to this agreement my student(s) may have a delay in instruction or be dismissed from the School of Performing Arts. All fees are due in Full no later than November 19, 2026.

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  • Consent to Publication by The Salvation Army (Photography, Film, Text, Audio)

  • I hereby irrevocably grant to The Salvation Army, its successors and assigns, its agents and those by whom it is commissioned, the absolute, unrestricted and unlimited license, right, permission, and consent to use and reuse, disseminate, copyright, print, reproduce, publish and republish, for any and all trade purposes or commercial or other advertising or public purposes, and in any and all advertising, publicity, display, publication or media, my name (or my child's name), signature and likeness, and any portraits, pictures, photographic prints or other representations of me (or my child), or in which I (or my child) may appear, or any reproductions or sketches thereof or parts thereof, photographic or otherwise, with such additions, deletions, alterations or changes therein as you in your discretion may make, either separately or together with my (or my child's) name or a fictitious name, or the name of another person, with or without any statements or testimonials made by me (or my child), or authorized by me which you may, in your discretion, prepare for use in connection therewith. I warrant that I have not limited or restricted the use of my (or my child's) name or photograph to the use of any organization or person.
  • I hereby grant unrestricted use of audio tracks or text by The Salvation Army for such purposes as The Salvation Army may deem appropriate.
  • I hereby release and discharge The Salvation Army, its successors, assigns and agents from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of any of the foregoing, including any claims for defamation, invasion of privacy or violation of any statutory right.
  • I understand that The Salvation Army is not responsible for private individuals placing photos on Facebook or other such media.
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  • Student's Agreement

  • I understand the importance of practicing my instrument of choice. I understand that important of attendance and will do my best to assure that I will be in attendance to my class instruction as much as possible and will notify the School of Performing Arts as soon as possible if I will be absent for my assigned instruction time.
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