About Our Program
TaVaci Mini Cassia helps kids build confidence, vocal skills, and stage presence through fun, age-appropriate training in singing and performing. Our classes are highly interactive and welcoming—perfect for first-timers and returning students alike.
- Season: September–May with Christmas & Spring concerts.
- Location: Acadia Music, Rupert (two rooms).
- Performances: Dress rehearsal required; concerts free to the public.
Weekly Class Schedule
Times may adjust slightly based on enrollment. Final times will be confirmed before classes begin.
| Day | Class | Grades/Ages | Time | Room/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Tinys | PreK–K | 4:00–4:45 PM | |
| Tuesday | Minors | 1st–2nd | 5:00–6:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | Majors | 3rd–4th | 4:00–4:55 PM | |
| Tuesday | Harmonics | 5th–8th | 5:00–6:00 PM |
If two classes share the same time, they meet in separate rooms.
Tuition
Tuition is averaged across the season (not per-class) and billed as even installments September–May.
| # of Students | Monthly (Sept–May) | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 child | $40 | $160 | $200 |
| 2 children | $70 | $280 | $350 |
| 3 children | $90 | $360 | $450 |
| 4 children | $110 | $440 | $550 |
| 5 children | $110 | $440 | $550 |
- No concert fees (effective Fall 2021 and continuing).
- Tuition covers class instruction, music, and concert participation unless otherwise noted.
Fees
- Registration fee: $30 per family (due upon registering, before classes begin).
- Costume fee: due by Oct (fall) or March (spring): Boys $45 (you provide black pants, black dress shoes, black socks); Girls $45 (you provide black leggings and black dress shoes). We typically reuse costumes for multiple years.
- Props: No prop fees (as of Fall 2021).
Payment Options & Due Dates
- Due date: By the first lesson of the month (or by the 10th if paying monthly installments).
- Preferred: Venmo to @aurora-burkman.
- Also accepted: Check or cash in class (in envelope with child’s name), or PayPal to @auroraburkman.
- Late fee: $5 added each month an account is 30+ days overdue. Accounts must be current for concert participation.
Studio Policies
Attendance & Make-Ups
Consistent attendance helps students feel confident about their music and perform their best. If your child will be absent, please let us know. We may hold occasional extra practices for specialty numbers (no extra charge), usually right after regular class. Specialty numbers are optional but really fun.
Class & Concert Behavior
We keep classes fun and interactive. Students should be able to follow age-appropriate direction; persistent disruptive behavior may jeopardize participation.
Concerts & Dress Rehearsals
There are two concerts annually (Christmas and Spring), free to the public. Dress rehearsal is mandatory and closed to the public and parents.
Additional Performances
We’re occasionally invited to community events (e.g., Festival of Trees). Attendance is encouraged but not required. No additional charges.
Costumes & Props
All students wear the selected costume. We reuse costumes as long as they fit; new 3rd-grade girls change to an older-group top. Used costumes may be available on designated days.
Drop-Off & Pick-Up
Classes are at Acadia Music in Rupert (two rooms). Please pick up promptly so we can clean during five-minute breaks. For safety, please come to the front door for younger children. Please avoid dropping off more than five minutes early without letting a teacher know.
Visitors
Visitors are welcome, but space is limited. Consider brief/occasional observation, especially for younger children who are easily distracted. Talk to us anytime about your child’s progress—we want TaVaci to be the best experience possible!
Register or Get in Touch
We’d love to have your child join us!