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California Arts Center
Orange County High School of the Arts
1010 N. Main St., Santa Ana
714.560.0900, ext. 5630
Online Registration for 2009 Available
EXPLORE THE ARTS at the Orange County High School of the Arts. Classes are open to all children interested in enriching their lives through arts education through our Saturday, evening classes and a six-week summer program. All classes taught by professional artist teachers from the Orange County High School of the Arts.
Endeavor School of the Arts
949.548.3180
Classes offered in jazz, ballet, hip hop, musical theater, tap, pilates, mommy & me, and more! Ages 2 through adult! We offer a distinguished and highly trained faculty straight from the Hollywood TV and Film Industry! Endeavor prides itself on its positive atmosphere and on helping each dancer reach their goals! Come learn from the best & join in the fun!!
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88 Keys - KindermusiK949.812.5978www.88keysusa.comwww.88keysusa.com88 Keys specializes in early childhood music education with Kindermusik for newborn to age 7. We are dedicated to giving children the very best musical beginning and seeks new and innovative "non-traditional" ways of educating children. Established in Toronto, Canada since 2001 and have been the leader in early childhood music education in Toronto with numerous awards. The new location in Irvine, California will be the first launch for 88 Keys in USA market.
88 Keys - KindermusiK
949.812.5978
88 Keys specializes in early childhood music education with Kindermusik for newborn to age 7. We are dedicated to giving children the very best musical beginning and seeks new and innovative "non-traditional" ways of educating children. Established in Toronto, Canada since 2001 and have been the leader in early childhood music education in Toronto with numerous awards. The new location in Irvine, California will be the first launch for 88 Keys in USA market.
All-American Boys Chorus1055 Arlington Dr.Costa Mesa714.708.1670 ext. 12www.taabc.orgwww.taabc.orgTraining in leadership and self-discipline via a superb music education program. Dynamic and fun! Professionally staffed. Acclaimed by educators and musicians. THE RESULT! A self-confident, responsible, poised young man. Boys enter our Full Program at ages 8, 9, 10. Eight-week “Music Magic” program for 6 & 7 year old boys.
All-American Boys Chorus
1055 Arlington Dr., Costa Mesa
714.708.1670 ext. 12
Training in leadership and self-discipline via a superb music education program. Dynamic and fun! Professionally staffed. Acclaimed by educators and musicians. THE RESULT! A self-confident, responsible, poised young man. Boys enter our Full Program at ages 8, 9, 10. Eight-week “Music Magic” program for 6 & 7 year old boys.
American Girl® After School Cooking Program27601 Forbes Road, #1BLaguna Niguel949.363.3507www.socactivitycenter.comwww.socactivitycenter.comAges Served: Girls 6-10 years
Prepare and cook the delicious recipes that were loved by the American Girls. Discover the fascinating history of these inspiring heroines and learn about their culture and traditions. We offer a 1½-hour class, depending on age group, at 1:30-3:00 and 3:30-5:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Early registration is recommended as classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. And don't forget to ask about our unique American Girl birthday parties!
American Girl® After School Cooking Program
27601 Forbes Road, #1B, Laguna Niguel
949.363.3507
Ages Served: Girls 6-10 years
Prepare and cook the delicious recipes that were loved by the American Girls. Discover the fascinating history of these inspiring heroines and learn about their culture and traditions. We offer a 1½-hour class, depending on age group, at 1:30-3:00 and 3:30-5:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Early registration is recommended as classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. And don't forget to ask about our unique American Girl birthday parties!
Barbizon/Film Camp2960 Air Way AveCosta Mesa714.540.4200Learn to act on the set of a real movie in our film camp for pre-teens and teens with real Hollywood directors and producers. Our actors have starred on the Disney Channel. Our directors have worked on One Tree Hill. 2-4 weeks. June-August. Limited space. Call for free audition. 25 years in OC.
Barbizon/Film Camp
2960 Air Way Ave, Costa Mesa
714.540.4200
Learn to act on the set of a real movie in our film camp for pre-teens and teens with real Hollywood directors and producers. Our actors have starred on the Disney Channel. Our directors have worked on One Tree Hill. 2-4 weeks. June-August. Limited space. Call for free audition. 25 years in OC.
Bears, Buddies & ToysHuntington Beach, 714.968.4050
Laguna Niguel, 949.643.5000
www.BearsandBuddies.comwww.BearsandBuddies.com”Check with the store nearest you for Story Times and special events. Or schedule an awesome after school theme party of your own! Come in and see why we were voted the #1 Toy Chain in Orange County! We have a large selection of toys and books that are fun and educational. You can also make a stuffed animal or find special gifts for your friends. Come in for some after school fun!
Bears, Buddies & Toys
Huntington Beach, 714.968.4050
Laguna Niguel, 949.643.5000
”Check with the store nearest you for Story Times and special events. Or schedule an awesome after school theme party of your own! Come in and see why we were voted the #1 Toy Chain in Orange County! We have a large selection of toys and books that are fun and educational. You can also make a stuffed animal or find special gifts for your friends. Come in for some after school fun!
Bentley Music Academy714.617.1470www.BentleyMusicAcademy.comwww.BentleyMusicAcademy.comBentleyMusicAcademy@gmail.com
Year-round music classes for children ages 0-6. All classes are taught by Gayle Bentley, a credentialed music teacher with 10 years of successful classroom teaching experience. Your child's voice is his/her first "instrument." Our classes will cultivate that "instrument" through song with the use of developmentally-appropriate games, puppets, rhythm instruments, and movement, stimulating your child's imagination and making music come alive. When your child joins our music class, he/she will engage in critical thinking skills in a fun learning environment with small class sizes. Free introductory class!
Bentley Music Academy
714.617.1470
BentleyMusicAcademy@gmail.com
Year-round music classes for children ages 0-6. All classes are taught by Gayle Bentley, a credentialed music teacher with 10 years of successful classroom teaching experience. Your child's voice is his/her first "instrument." Our classes will cultivate that "instrument" through song with the use of developmentally-appropriate games, puppets, rhythm instruments, and movement, stimulating your child's imagination and making music come alive. When your child joins our music class, he/she will engage in critical thinking skills in a fun learning environment with small class sizes. Free introductory class!
California Arts Center
Orange County High School of the Arts
1010 N. Main St.Santa Ana714.560.0900, ext. 5630www.ocsarts.net/cacwww.ocsarts.net/cacOnline Registration for 2009 Available
EXPLORE THE ARTS at the Orange County High School of the Arts. Classes are open to all children interested in enriching their lives through arts education through our Saturday, evening classes and a six-week summer program. All classes taught by professional artist teachers from the Orange County High School of the Arts.
California Music Studios800.227.6222www.CaliforniaMusicStudios.comwww.CaliforniaMusicStudios.comAges Served: 4 to 94 years
Since 1987, California Music Studios has offered quality music instruction for children and adults in your home or at one of four 290 studios. Music increases spatial intelligence, self-esteem and self-discipline, as well as muscular, visual and aural development. Private lessons include piano, voice, guitar, acting, orchestral instruments and more!
California Music Studios
800.227.6222
Ages Served: 4 to 94 years
Since 1987, California Music Studios has offered quality music instruction for children and adults in your home or at one of four 290 studios. Music increases spatial intelligence, self-esteem and self-discipline, as well as muscular, visual and aural development. Private lessons include piano, voice, guitar, acting, orchestral instruments and more!
Cameron Tong's Piano StudioIrvine757.710.2617www.camerontong.comwww.camerontong.comExperience the joy of piano and reach your highest musical potential at 5 or 95! An energetic and dedicated teacher, Cameron is a winner of national competitions, holds a master's degree in piano from UCI, and is alumnus of the world-famous Aspen Music School and Festival. FREE INTRODUCTORY LESSON.
Cameron Tong's Piano Studio
Irvine
757.710.2617
Experience the joy of piano and reach your highest musical potential at 5 or 95! An energetic and dedicated teacher, Cameron is a winner of national competitions, holds a master's degree in piano from UCI, and is alumnus of the world-famous Aspen Music School and Festival. FREE INTRODUCTORY LESSON.
Concert Music School16934 Bolsa Chica St.Huntington Beach714.846.7258www.concertmusicschool.comwww.concertmusicschool.comConcert Music School is dedicated to provide music education to your child. We offer a variety of music instruction classes from ages 2.5 years old through adult. We offer private piano, guitar, violin, and many other classes. We may also be located at your child's school. We also offer ABRSM exam to keep track of your child's progress. Visit us on our website.
Concert Music School
16934 Bolsa Chica St., Huntington Beach
714.846.7258
Concert Music School is dedicated to provide music education to your child. We offer a variety of music instruction classes from ages 2.5 years old through adult. We offer private piano, guitar, violin, and many other classes. We may also be located at your child's school. We also offer ABRSM exam to keep track of your child's progress. Visit us on our website.
Endeavor School of the Arts949.548.3180www.danceendeavor.comwww.danceendeavor.comClasses offered in jazz, ballet, hip hop, musical theater, tap, pilates, mommy & me, and more! Ages 2 through adult! We offer a distinguished and highly trained faculty straight from the Hollywood TV and Film Industry! Endeavor prides itself on its positive atmosphere and on helping each dancer reach their goals! Come learn from the best & join in the fun!!
Fibonacci School of Art and Design3960 Prospect Ave, Suite C.Yorba Linda714.524.1704www.fiboart.com/ocfamilywww.fiboart.com/ocfamilyWe teach art history based drawing and painting classes to ages 3-18. Year-round classes meet once a week. Start anytime. Basic classes cover traditional drawing and painting, while advanced classes explore computer animation, fashion design, cartooning and more! Family pricing makes us the best value in Orange County. Call today for a Free Introductory Class.
Fibonacci School of Art and Design
3960 Prospect Ave, Suite C., Yorba Linda
714.524.1704
We teach art history based drawing and painting classes to ages 3-18. Year-round classes meet once a week. Start anytime. Basic classes cover traditional drawing and painting, while advanced classes explore computer animation, fashion design, cartooning and more! Family pricing makes us the best value in Orange County. Call today for a Free Introductory Class.
Impulse Dance Productions27101 Aliso Creek Road, Suite 106Aliso Viejo949.831.8589www.ImpulseDanceProductions.comwww.ImpulseDanceProductions.comAges Served: 2 through adult
Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Giggles & Wiggles, Tiny Dancers, Turns, Leaps & More! Dance Club and Award Winning Competition Teams, Summer Dance Intensive, Master Classes, and workshops for new/experienced dancers. Professional sprung wood floors, full-length mirrors, 2 studios, state of the art sound equipment and So Cal's best instructors.
Impulse Dance Productions
27101 Aliso Creek Road, Suite 106, Aliso Viejo
949.831.8589
Ages Served: 2 through adult
Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Giggles & Wiggles, Tiny Dancers, Turns, Leaps & More! Dance Club and Award Winning Competition Teams, Summer Dance Intensive, Master Classes, and workshops for new/experienced dancers. Professional sprung wood floors, full-length mirrors, 2 studios, state of the art sound equipment and So Cal's best instructors.
Legacy Arts Studio & Gallery12952 Historic Main St.Garden Grove714.537.3476www.legacyartsgallery.comwww.legacyartsgallery.comAfter School Art Exploration & Winter Break Workshops: Chinese Opera Mask, Paper South American Molas, Painting Modern Art Expressionism, Drawing 3-D Objects, Watercolor Painting Self-portraits, Quick Sketch Portraits in pastel,Still Life Painting in Oil Pastels, Design Cartoons, Pop Art Posters. We have it ALL!
Legacy Arts Studio & Gallery
12952 Historic Main St., Garden Grove
714.537.3476
After School Art Exploration & Winter Break Workshops: Chinese Opera Mask, Paper South American Molas, Painting Modern Art Expressionism, Drawing 3-D Objects, Watercolor Painting Self-portraits, Quick Sketch Portraits in pastel,Still Life Painting in Oil Pastels, Design Cartoons, Pop Art Posters. We have it ALL!
Lovett Dance Center
Ages: 3 yrs. - Adult
949.733.2300LovettDanceCenter.comLovettDanceCenter.comBallet, pointe, lyrical, and modern classes from award winning choreographers under the direction of Carolyn Lovett. This beautiful, brand new facility on Jeffrey/5 Fwy in Irvine caters to the competitive ballet enthusiast, with age appropriate choreography, dress and music. Mon-Fri. afternoon/evening classes. Morning programs for home-schoolers too!
Lovett Dance Center
Ages: 3 yrs. - Adult
949.733.2300
Ballet, pointe, lyrical, and modern classes from award winning choreographers under the direction of Carolyn Lovett. This beautiful, brand new facility on Jeffrey/5 Fwy in Irvine caters to the competitive ballet enthusiast, with age appropriate choreography, dress and music. Mon-Fri. afternoon/evening classes. Morning programs for home-schoolers too!
Mission Art Music949.233.5393www.missionartmusic.comwww.missionartmusic.comMission Art & Music is a studio conveniently located in the heart of Mission Viejo providing private and small group art and music lessons for all ages, offering a talented group of teachers who help to share the invaluable gift of the arts in a comfortable environment.
Mission Art Music
949.233.5393
Mission Art & Music is a studio conveniently located in the heart of Mission Viejo providing private and small group art and music lessons for all ages, offering a talented group of teachers who help to share the invaluable gift of the arts in a comfortable environment.
Pacific ConservatoryCosta Mesa and Orange 714.545.1217www.pacificconservatory.comwww.pacificconservatory.comSince 1990, Pacific Conservatory has offered the finest quality music, art and drama lessons taught by university trained teachers. Numerous offerings allow parents to schedule more than 1 family member at the same time. Piano, guitar, drums, violin, and music theatre for ages 3+. Integrated arts preschool and holiday camps. Creativity leads to success.
Pacific Conservatory
Costa Mesa and Orange 714.545.1217
Since 1990, Pacific Conservatory has offered the finest quality music, art and drama lessons taught by university trained teachers. Numerous offerings allow parents to schedule more than 1 family member at the same time. Piano, guitar, drums, violin, and music theatre for ages 3+. Integrated arts preschool and holiday camps. Creativity leads to success.
Team OC 385 Clinton Street
714.444.1144www.teamocfun.comwww.teamocfun.comAges Served: Walking to 18
Team OC is a new, one of a kind, 45,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art gymnastics, dance, cheer and singing facility in the OC you have to see to believe! With our enthusiastic and professional staff, Team OC is turning children's dreams into accomplishments. Enroll now to be a part of the most exciting fitness programs for kids!
Team OC
385 Clinton Street
714.444.1144
Ages Served: Walking to 18
Team OC is a new, one of a kind, 45,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art gymnastics, dance, cheer and singing facility in the OC you have to see to believe! With our enthusiastic and professional staff, Team OC is turning children's dreams into accomplishments. Enroll now to be a part of the most exciting fitness programs for kids!
The California Conservatory of Dance25731 Taladro CircleMission Viejo949.829.5911www.theccofdance.comwww.theccofdance.comThe California Conservatory of Dance provides an array of dance classes for all levels and all ages. In addition to our normal summer schedule, we offer two Summer Fun Dance Camps for children ages five through eleven. For older students, we also offer a pre-professional ballet intensive and a commercial dance camp.
The California Conservatory of Dance
25731 Taladro Circle, Mission Viejo
949.829.5911
The California Conservatory of Dance provides an array of dance classes for all levels and all ages. In addition to our normal summer schedule, we offer two Summer Fun Dance Camps for children ages five through eleven. For older students, we also offer a pre-professional ballet intensive and a commercial dance camp.
VIOLIN and VIOLA LESSONS949.650.1149 • 310.713.7451
• In the Convenience of Your Own Home. First Lesson FREE. All Ages, Levels & Styles.
• Violin Solo Performer for Weddings, Birthdays, and other Occasions.
• DAVID STAYT, Australian Graduate with 20 Years Teaching, International Performing, Conducting and Directing Experience.
VIOLIN and VIOLA LESSONS
949.650.1149 • 310.713.7451
• In the Convenience of Your Own Home. First Lesson FREE. All Ages, Levels & Styles.
• Violin Solo Performer for Weddings, Birthdays, and other Occasions.
• DAVID STAYT, Australian Graduate with 20 Years Teaching, International Performing, Conducting and Directing Experience.
Virtuoso Music1211 E Sedona DrOrange714.923.9290www.virtuosomusic.comwww.virtuosomusic.comAt Virtuoso Music we offer you an unrivaled full-service music education experience. We provide in-home music lessons, performance opportunities, and community services in all major instruments and voice. More than just lessons, we bring the music community to you. We believe music lessons should be fun, and we personally select qualified teachers who have a passion for their instrument(s). Call today to schedule your free introductory lesson!
Virtuoso Music
1211 E Sedona Dr, Orange
714.923.9290
At Virtuoso Music we offer you an unrivaled full-service music education experience. We provide in-home music lessons, performance opportunities, and community services in all major instruments and voice. More than just lessons, we bring the music community to you. We believe music lessons should be fun, and we personally select qualified teachers who have a passion for their instrument(s). Call today to schedule your free introductory lesson!
Yamaha Music Academy2972 Yorba Linda Blvd.Fullerton714.985.9490www.yamahamusicacademy.comwww.yamahamusicacademy.comThe most prestigious music school in North County, we are the authorized institute for Yamaha Education System (4-6) and Kindermusik Program (1-3). We also offer private piano, flute, guitar, harp and vocal classes for all ages. All our experienced teachers are degreed and officially certified.
Yamaha Music Academy
2972 Yorba Linda Blvd., Fullerton
714.985.9490
The most prestigious music school in North County, we are the authorized institute for Yamaha Education System (4-6) and Kindermusik Program (1-3). We also offer private piano, flute, guitar, harp and vocal classes for all ages. All our experienced teachers are degreed and officially certified.
Yamaha Music CenterIrvine, 949.559.5440
Laguna Niguel, 949.360.7490
www.irvineyamaha.comwww.irvineyamaha.comThe number one music education system worldwide. Group and private lessons in piano, keyboard, and various instruments are available for all ages. Develops keyboard playing, singing, music reading, ear-training, rhythm training, theory, arranging and composition skills with enjoyable group lessons. There are currently 1000 students, many of whom are recipients of various national piano competition awards.
Yamaha Music Center
Irvine, 949.559.5440
Laguna Niguel, 949.360.7490
The number one music education system worldwide. Group and private lessons in piano, keyboard, and various instruments are available for all ages. Develops keyboard playing, singing, music reading, ear-training, rhythm training, theory, arranging and composition skills with enjoyable group lessons. There are currently 1000 students, many of whom are recipients of various national piano competition awards.

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