The Fine Arts Association - Fall 2025 Class Catalog
IMPORTANT
Monday January 5
Tuesday August 26 - December 16 January 6
Wednesday August 27 - December 17 January 7
Thursday August 28 - December 18 January 8
Saturday August 30 - December 20
Friday August 29 - December 19 January 9
January 10
• Unless noted otherwise, most Fall Semester classes are NOW 16-weeks long. For classes that are less than 16 weeks – see individual class descriptions in this catalog and on-line for start & end dates.
• If class beginning dates are earlier OR later than those noted above, the dates are indicated in this catalog and online in the class descriptions.
• Make-up lessons/classes are given only when the instructor cancels lessons/ classes or for inclement weather or emergency building closures.
August 4
August 25
September 1
November 25 - 30
Dec. 22 - Jan. 4
January 12
Final day for returning music students to retain current music slots for Fall 2025
Fall 2025 Semester begins- 16 weeks
Building closed for all classes/lessons for observance of Labor Day
Building closed for all classes/lessons in observance of Thanksgiving August 25 - December 15
Building closed for all classes/lessons for holiday break
Winter/Spring 2026 Semester begins - 20 weeks
A Community Empowered by the Arts
Getting the Most Out of Your Experience
Making the most of your arts investment is an important goal. To assist you in doing so, we encourage the following:
1.Meet your child's teacher and develop a rapport. Build a partnership that leads to lasting success for your student.
2.Demonstrate a positive attitude about their arts education. If you value it, they will too.
3.Help your child prepare. Make sure they practice and set time aside to prepare each week. Growth requires discipline. The arts provide a perfect training ground for developing this essential life skill.
4.Ask for help if you think your child may need it. Every child learns differently. You know more about your child then your teacher does. Let the teacher know your concerns.
If you feel that the class or teacher are not the right fit, we urge you to follow the steps as outlined below.
1.You or your child attend at least three classes as a full participant.
2.As a parent, you observe at least one class.
3.You attempt weekly communication with your child's teacher about the class, its objectives, and how to make the most of the class for you and your child.
4.After those prerequisites have been met and you still are concerned about you or your child's progress, you may request a meeting with the teacher, department director (as applies) and the CEO. After that conversation, the student may be requested to join to give them a chance to detail their concerns.
We hope that these opportunities to discover and communicate lead to the best possible outcomes for you, your child, and the teacher.
• The FAA Dance Program offers Early Childhood, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, and Hip Hop.
• We welcome dancers as they are and at any level, age, and experience. Utilizing these guiding factors, dancers are placed with intention to ensure safety, achievement, and enjoyment. Students are evaluated annually to continue proper placement relative to program, dancer, and family goals.
• Our youngest dancers (ages 2-4) are offered combination classes of ballet/ tap/jazz to explore movement and learn spatial awareness. Beginner level dancers (ages 5-9) are offered classes in all of the dance forms allowing them a foundation in the basic vocabulary and kinesiology.
• Dancers studying in the upper-level classes will develop technical proficiency, style and performance qualities and an overall understanding of the many paths they can pursue dance.
• Overall, no matter the age, we provide a safe space for students, to learn, express, grow, unite and have fun.
Dance Companies
• Fine Arts Association presents Emerge, Verge and Edge (EVE). This is our performance and competition section of the dance program that allows dancers to be exposed to a high-level dance experience.
• These 3 dance companies perform and compete all over northeast Ohio. The commitment to these companies advances past the normal recreational dance commitment. Dancers that join these companies will have the opportunity to perform and compete in Musical Theater, Jazz, Contemporary and Hip Hop. Dancers are exposed to many opportunities, scholarships and more by joining EVE and competing. Participation in these companies may require additional costume, competition, and private lesson fees.
2025-2026 Auditions for Dance Companies:
• Auditions for the FAA Dance Companies Emerge, Verge and Edge will be during our Summer 2025 Semester. Call for Customer Experience at 440-951-7500 for information.
2026 Dance Recital:
• Dance classes with one or two asterisks will participate in our 2026 Dance Recitals. Classes with 2 asterisks will have additional recital/ costume fees. Details will be shared in December.
Private Dance Lessons:
• Refine your technique with individual attention. Classes are tailored to further develop skills based on individual goals. Contact Customer Experience at (440) 951-7500 for further information.
DANCE MAKIN' - Session 1 - DF2505A 4:00 PM
DANCE MAKIN' - Session 2 - DF2505B 2 to 6 w/adult 2 to 6 w/adult
Mondays August 25October 13 3:30 PM Dolansky Mondays October 27December 8 3:30 PM -
4:00 PM
* COMBO CLASS (Ballet/Tap) - DF2501A Tuesdays 3 to 5
* COMBO CLASS (Ballet/Tap) - DF2501B 5:30 PM6:15 PM
August 27December 16
26December 17
AM10:45 AM
* COMBO CLASS (Ballet/Tap) - DF2501C
* COMBO CLASS (Ballet/Tap) - DF2501D
3 to 5
3 to 5
3 to 5 Thursdays August 28December 18 2:00 PM2:45 PM
1:00 PM1:45 PM
3 to 5
DANCE DISCOVERY - SESSION 1 - DF2506A Mondays August 253 to 5
* COMBO CLASS II (Ballet/Tap) - DF2504A Lisa-Marie French
* BEGINNER BALLET - DF2511A 4:00 PM4:45 PM Tuesdays August 26December 16 5 to 7
* BEGINNER BALLET 7-weeks - DF2511D 11:00 AM11:45 AM Saturdays August 30October 11 5 to 7 Jen Boehmer $90 December 15
* BEGINNER BALLET - DF2511B 4:00 PM4:45 PM
August 25December 15 7 to 9
* BEGINNER BALLET - DF2511C August 28December 18 7 to 9
4:00 PM5:00 PM
** BALLET II/III - DF2514B December 15 August 25December 19 August 296:15 PM7:15 PM ability Jan Smith $544 Wednesdays 6:15 PM7:15 PM December 15 December 17 August 275:00 PM6:00 PM ability December 19 August 29 -
** BALLET III - DF2515 Tuesdays December 18 August 28December 16 August 26Mondays 7:15 PM8:30 PM ability Jan Smith $680 6:15 PM7:30 PM
* BALLET FOUNDATION TECHNIQUE - DF2510 5:00 PM6:00 PM Thursdays August 28December 18 8 to 12 6:15 PM7:30 PM ability Jan Smith $680 Thursdays 7:15 PM8:30 PM
** BALLET IV - DF2516 Wednesdays 8:45 PM ability Jan Smith $816 Thursdays December 17 August 27December 18 August 287:15 PM7:15 PM 5:45 PM -
** BALLET V - DF2517 Tuesdays August 26 -
** BALLET II - DF2514A Lisa-Marie $272 French Jan Smith $272 August 25- Mondays Jan Smith $272 6:15 PM ability Jan Smith $952 Wednesdays December 16 December 17 August 274:45 PM6:15 PM 4:45 PMThursdays December 18 August 285:45 PM 4:45 PM -
** TEEN BALLET - DF2519 7:30 PM8:30 PM Tuesdays December 16 August 26 - 13 to 18
ADULT BALLET - DF2512A 7:00 PM7:45 PM Tuesdays December 16 August 26 - 21 and Up $204
** BALLET I - DF2513 Fridays ADULT BALLET - DF2512B 12:00 PM12:45 PM Wednesdays December 17 August 27 - $204 Lisa-Marie French Lisa-Marie French 21 and Up Fridays
** BEGINNER CONTEMPORARY - DF2551
December 15 August 25 -
** PRE-TEEN CONTEMPORARY - DF2553 December 17 August 27 - Rose Lesak
Mondays August 25 -
** TEEN CONTEMPORARY - DF2554 December 15
8:15 PM 13 to 18 Wednesdays 6:00 PM -
** BEGINNER HIP HOP 7-9 yr olds - DF2541
Thursdays August 28 -
December 18
** INTERMEDIATE HIP HOP - DF2542 Thursdays August 28December 16
** TEEN HIP HOP - DF2544
** BOYS HIP HOP - DF2545 Wednesdays August 27 -
Thursdays December 18 December 19 December 18 August 28December 17 6:15 PM7:00 PM 5 to 7
* BEGINNER JAZZ 7 wks - DF2521 Saturdays October 25December 13
** PRE-TEEN JAZZ - DF2524 Wednesdays
** PRE-TEEN HIP HOP - DF2543 Fridays August 296:00 PM6:45 PM 7 to 9
* BEGINNER JAZZ - DF2522 Fridays August 29December 19 7:00 PM8:00 PM 10 to 12 Rose Lesak December 17 August 27 -
* HIP HOP JR - DF2548 Tuesdays August 2613 to
** TEEN JAZZ - DF2525 Mondays
6:00 PM7:00 PM December 15 August 25 -
August 30LEAPS AND TURNS TECHNIQUE - DF2595 Saturdays
December 20
11:00 AM12:00 PM 13 to 18
December 15
4:45 PM5:30 PM 5 to 9
* BEGINNER TAP 5-9 yrs old - DF2531 Mondays 6:00 PM6:45 PM Lisa-Marie French 30 and up
December 17
DePenti August 25 - Nicole Dolansky
Wednesdays August 27 -
** PRE-TEEN TAP - DF2534 Wednesdays August 27December 17
ADULT TAP - DF2537A Thursdays August 28-
5:15 PM6:15 PM 10 to 12
** TEEN TAP - DF2535A Wednesdays August 277:15 PM8:15 PM
** ADVANCED TEEN TAP - DF2535B December 18
** ADULT TAP II - DF2537B Wednesdays August 27December 17
** VERGE CONTEMPORARY - DF2565 Saturdays August 30Fridays August 29 -
** EMERGE JAZZ - DF2567 Saturdays August 30December 20 December 19
** VERGE JAZZ - DF2568
1:30 PM August 30December 20
** VERGE HIP HOP - DF2562 9:00 PM
7:00 PM8:30 PM
** EDGE HIP HOP - DF2563 Tuesdays December 16 August 265:00 PM7:00 PM
** EDGE CONTEMPORARY- DF2566 December 15 August 25 -
** EDGE JAZZ - DF2569 Mondays December 15 August 258:00 AM9:30 AM Eva
** MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION - DF2570 Saturdays December 20 August 30 -
FAA Dance Nights!
Love to dance or would like to learn?FAA has a great night for you. Each Friday night, we host a dance night for adults 18 and older. The first half teaches you how to dance that particular dance while the second half allows you to practice or show off your moves. This is a low stress, beginner level experience where all can have fun and also enjoy the social aspects of dance. Each week has a new theme led by Lisa-Marie French and Sarah Ruple-Tilson. You are sure to have fun! A great way to cap off your week or Friday night! Enroll in one at a time or purchase many at once. Great for groups! Walk-ins WELCOME! PURCHASE IN BULK AND GET EVERY 4TH NIGHT FREE!
DANCE NIGHT - LINE DANCING #1 - DF2599A Friday September 5
DANCE NIGHT - WALTZ - DF2599B
Friday September 12
8:30 PM
DANCE NIGHT - LINE DANCING #2 - DF2599C Friday September 19
8:30 PM
and Up
and Up
DANCE NIGHT - THE ROARING 20'S - DF2599E Friday October 3
DANCE NIGHT - FOXTROT - DF2599D Friday September 26 7:00 PM8:30 PM
DANCE NIGHT - SWING - DF2599F Friday October 10
PM8:30 PM
and Up
and Up
DANCE NIGHT - THE FABULOUS FIFTIES- DF2599G Friday October 17
DANCE NIGHT - LATIN DANCE #1 DF2599H Friday October 24
Friday October 31
and Up
18 and Up
DANCE NIGHT - LATIN DANCE #2 - DF2599K Friday November 7 Sarah Ruple-Tilson
DANCE NIGHT - SUPER SIXTIES AND SEVENTIES - DF2599J 7:00 PM8:30 PM
Friday November 14 18 and Up
PM8:30 PM
18 and Up
DANCE NIGHT - OPEN DANCE (BALLROOM) - DF2599M Friday November 21 Sarah Ruple-Tilson
DANCE NIGHT - OPEN DANCE (POP DANCES) - DF2599L 7:00 PM8:30 PM
FAA MUSIC faculty
WOODWINDS
CHARLES BAKER, CLARINET
JUDITH ELIAS, FLUTE
ZACHARY ELMORE, BASSOON
ED MICHAELS, SAXOPHONE
BRASS
DR. BRYAN DEPOY, TRUMPET/FRENCH HORN DR.
MATTHEW C. SAUNDERS, TROMBONE
ANDREW TATMAN, TUBA/EUPHONIUM
JOSHUA WOODIE, TRUMPET
PERCUSSION
FAA FACULTY
PIANO
BELLA BRANDELIS
JONATHAN “SKIP” EDWARDS
CLIFF HABIAN
SANNI KEARNS
BARBARA KLONOWSKI
FEROZA LABONNE
MARYANN MESSINA
DR. TIMOTHY MINNIS
MARGARET SYRONEY
ORGAN
SANNI KEARNS
VOICE
LAURA FISK
BOB GODFREY
DARRYL LEWIS
VAL SIBILA
PHYLLIS SPEIRS
STRINGS
BELLA BRANDELIS, VIOLIN
DENNY CARLETON, GUITAR/UKULELE/BANJO
NATALIA DEPOY, VIOLIN
JONATHAN “SKIP” EDWARDS, GUITAR/CELLO/STRING BASS
GEORGE GECIK, GUITAR/UKULELE/BANJO
LAUREN GODFREY, VIOLIN
DR. CAROL LINSENMEIER, VIOLIN/FIDDLE/VIOLA
PRIVATE MUSIC INSTRUCTION
Recital opportunities
• The Fine Arts Association provides regular opportunities for music students to perform in music showcase recitals. Music showcase recitals are free, and the community is welcome! If you are a music student interested in participating in a music showcase recital, please communicate with your Fine Arts instructor.
Suzuki Instruction
• Dr. Shinichi Suzuki began to teach music by applying the basic principles of learning language. When learning a language, one listens, speaks, reads and writes, in that order. In the Suzuki approach, the student listens, plays, then reads and writes. Call Customer Experience at (440) 951-7500 for more information.
Adapted Lessons
• Available to any student regardless of age or ability: Our music therapists are available to provide an introduction to independent music lessons, help determine preference for select instruments, teach general music concepts in an engaging way, and foster a love of music learning for even the littlest maestro! Please call for more information and to learn more about our early childhood programming. Contact Ann Marie Raddell, Director of Creative Arts Therapies, at (440) 951-7500 x124 or araddell@fineartsassociation.org for adapted music lessons for children through adults.
FAA has over 500 students of all ages who take private music lessons per year.
lessons, call (440) 951-7500. To sign up for music classes, visit
MUSIC MAKIN’ - SESSION 1 - MF2501A
10:00 AM - Wednesdays 10:30 AM Infant to 6 w/adult Ellen Mann
$60 adult & child August 27October 8
MUSIC MAKIN’ - SESSION 2 - MF2501C Infant to 6 w/adult October 22December 10
Wednesdays 10:00 AM10:30 AM Ellen Mann
MUSIC MAKIN’ - SESSION 1- MF2501B 4:30 PM - Wednesdays 5:00 PM Infant to 6 w/adult August 27October 8
MUSIC MAKIN’ - SESSION 2 - MF2501D 4:30 PM - Wednesdays 5:00 PM Infant to 6 w/adult October 22December 10
MUSIC MAKIN’ - SESSION 1 - MF2501E 10:00 AM - Thursdays 10:30 AM Infant to 6 w/adult August 28October 9
MUSIC MAKIN’ - SESSION 2 - MF2501F Thursdays Infant to 6 w/adult October 23December 11
MUSIC MAKIN’ - BROADMOOR - MF2503 Tuesdays 5:00 PM Infant to 6 w/adult October 21December 9 10:00 AM10:30 AM 4:30 PM-
BEGINNING PIANO CLASS 1 Session 1 - MF2521A
August 30October 11 1:00 PM2:00 PM
7 to 11 October 25December 13
BEGINNING PIANO CLASS 1 Session 2 - MF2521B 7 to 11
1:00 PM2:00 PM Saturdays
BEGINNING PIANO CLASS 2 Session 1 - MF2522A
August 30October 11 2:00 PM3:00 PM
BEGINNING PIANO CLASS 2 Session 2 - MF2522B 7 to 11
Saturdays 2:00 PM3:00 PM Ann Marie Raddell FAA Faculty
7 to 11 October 25December 13
FAA Theatre faculty
FACULTY
EVA ANDERSON
DORIANN D’APICE
LISA-MARIE FRENCH
DAWN HILL
DAVID MALINOWSKI
MARY MESSMORE
SANDY K. PECK
JILLIAN TRUCHAN
fineartsassociation.org/about/faculty
THEATRE INSTRUCTION
• Theatre students of all ages explore and develop their acting skills through a variety of immersive, hands-on theatre classes. We offer beginning, intermediate, and advanced level classes depending on the student’s age, needs and ability.
• Basic techniques include, but are not limited to: vocal projection, diction, memorization, and blocking (stage placement). In advanced classes students will hone their craft, while becoming more comfortable with character choices and development, script analysis, stage presence, and line delivery.
• Students with prior training from outside organizations will meet with faculty to determine placement in various programs.
Ages2-5
THEATRE MAKIN' - SESSION 1 - TF2503A
Bluey Adventures
Mondays August 25October 13 Jillian Truchan 2 to 6 w/adult
THEATRE MAKIN' - SESSION 2 - TF2503B
Mickey and Friends
October 27December 8 Jillian Truchan 2 to 6 w/adult
THEATRE DISCOVERY: My Little Pony - TF2501A
August 28December 18 Jillian Truchan
THEATRE DISCOVERY: Princess Play - TF2501B Wednesdays August 27December 17 6:00 PM6:45 PM 4 to 6
THEATRE ARTS EXPERIENCE: Silly Shenanigans - TF2511A 4:00 PM5:00 PM Mary Messmore $272 Thursdays Saturdays 6 to 8 6 to 8 Doriann D'Apice $272 August 28December 18 August 30December 20 4 to 6
THEATRE ARTS EXPERIENCE: Wee Wizard of Oz - TF2511B 9:30 AM10:30 AM
THEATRE ARTS EXPERIENCE: Wee Wicked - TF2511C 11:45 AM Saturdays 10:45 AM - 6 to 8 Doriann D'Apice $272 August 30December 20
BEGINNING ACTING FOR YOUNG ACTORS - TF2520
August 25 -
4:30 PMDecember 15 5:30 PM
Mondays 9 to 11
INTERMEDIATE ACTING FOR YOUNG ACTORS-TF2521
December 16
Sandy K. Peck/ Dawn Hill $272 4:30 PM5:30 PM
ADVANCED ACTING FOR YOUNG ACTORS - TF2522 Saturdays 9:30 AM11:00 AM 9 to 11
December 20 August 30 -
IMPROV FOR YOUNG ACTORS - TF2523
Mondays 5:30 PM -
December 15 August 25Tuesdays August 26 - 9 to 11
Sandy K. Peck $272
Sandy K. Peck $408 6:30 PM 9 to 11
Sandy K. Peck/ Dawn Hill $272
BEGINNING ACTING FOR TEENS - TF2530 Wednesdays 4:30 PM5:30 PM 12 to 18
INTERMEDIATE ACTING FOR TEENS - TF2531 Tuesdays 5:30 PM6:30 PM 12 to 18
August 30 -
ADVANCED ACTING FOR TEENS - TF2532 Saturdays 11:00 AM12:30 PM 12 to 18
December 17 August 27December 16 August 26December 20
THEATRE EXPLORATION:
Character Creation and One Acts - TF2540 Wednesdays 5:30 PM6:30 PM 13 to 18
Mary Messmore $272 August 27December 17
VISUAL ARTS INSTRUCTION
In the Visual Arts Department, ALL are welcome, beginnersthrough advanced. Achieve your artistic goals, strengthen your skills, and give your creativity wings.
Helpful Art Department Information:
A perfect start to art with Early Childhood Classes
A wonderful place to develop creativity, coordination, cognitive, and multisensory skills. A variety of class options are available for children ranging from 2-6 years old. Due to classes using many different art supplies, we suggest enrollment in visual art classes for those children who no longer explore by putting items in their mouth. This applies to ALL visual art classes.
Ceramics
The Art Department proudly features an extensive variety of classes that focus on working with clay for ALL ages 3 and up. Adult Ceramics and Clay Studio (adult) have an additional clay fee. Clay can be purchased at Customer Experience.
Note: Due to scheduling and associated costs, only ceramics projects completed onsite during class at The Fine Arts Association will be fired using FAA equipment.
Creative Painting & Drawing and Art Club Classes
All art classes can be taken repeatedly by the same student; artists will strengthen skills each session. Classes are all numbered based on age not skill.
Art Club: Large variety of drawing and painting media. Has elements of threedimensional crafting such as air-dry clay, decoupage, painting on fabric, or sculptural creations.
Creative Painting and Drawing: Includes a large variety of drawing and painting media only.
Digital Art Classes
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME in digital art classes. No experience required. Those who have experience will still benefit from growing their skills and learning new techniques. Students participating in Digital Art Classes must provide their own iPad, with the Procreate app installed, and an Apple Pencil.
Visual Arts
Adult Painting Classes
Enjoy our warm, welcoming studio environment and grow those skills! Students bring their own supplies.
Bring the following to each class:
• A photo or image you are interested in using as inspiration for your painting
• An 11x14 canvas
• The following acrylic paint colors: cerulean blue, white, ultramarine blue, violet, burnt sienna, sap green, viridian, red, paynes gray, any color orange, any dark yellow.
• An assortment of paintbrushes: ½” flat, 1” flat, ½” filbert, a fine brush for details, ¼” flat, #6 round (make sure they say “for acrylic paint” in the description). If you have additional paintbrushes, feel free to bring them.
• Kneadable eraser
• Something to use as a palette
• A toolbox to keep it all in
Sewing and Crochet Classes
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME in sewing and crochet classes. No experience required. Those who have experience will still benefit from growing their skills and learning new techniques. See course descriptions for more details. All supplies provided.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
SATURDAY ART MAKIN' - SESSION 1 - VAF2501A
9:30 AM10:15 AM October 4
SATURDAY ART MAKIN' - SESSION 2 - VAF2501B
October 18 -
Saturdays August 30w/adult w/adult 2 to 6 Kathy Mercer
November 22
9:30 AM10:15 AM
Saturdays 2 to 6
CRAFTY KIDDOS: Little Pumpkins' Halloween Creations - VAF2506A
Mondays 9:30 AM10:15 AM 2 to 6 w/adult September 29October 27
CRAFTY KIDDOS: Holiday Gift Creations - VAF2506B
Kathy Mercer Kathy Mercer
Mondays 9:30 AM10:15 AM 2 to 6 w/adult November 17December 15 $79 adult & child Julie Krofcheck
PRE-SCHOOL CLAY - SESSION 1 - VAF2520A 3 to 6 October 14
ADULT CLAY STUDIO - SESSION 1 - VAF2525A Fridays August 29October 17
ADULT CLAY STUDIO - SESSION 2 - VAF2525B
ADULT FLORAL DESIGN FUN - VAF2551 Create Your Own Festive Pine Door Swag
Creative Expressions are classes uniquely designed for the homeschooled child. Scheduled during the morning hours, students can experience a great arts program at FAA that is fun, creative, and provides a place to make new friends! Unique times for each program allow you to choose the art form(s) that most interests them. Programs run for 12 weeks.
CLAY AND VISUAL ARTS STUDIO -
VAF2571
THEATRE - TF2571
Mondays
September 8November 24 9:30 AM10:30AM 6 to 14
DANCE - DF2574
Brittany Weisbarth
Thursdays September 11November 20 9:30 AM11:30 AM 6 to 9 $516
Lisa-Marie French
$204
Mondays September 8November 24 10:30 AM11:30 AM 6 to 14 $204
Lisa-Marie French
Creative Arts Therapies
MUSIC THERAPISTS
JULIA BELLISARIO, LPMT, MT-BC
NICOLE DOLANSKY, LPMT, MT-BC
ELLEN MANN, LPMT, MT-BC
GAVIN MARKULIN, MA, LPMT, MT-BC
ALEX MULLENAX, LPMT, MT-BC
DANIELLE MUSAT, LPMT, MT-BC, NMT
ANN MARIE RADDELL, MA,LPMT, MT-BC, NICU MT
JILLIAN TRUCHAN, LPMT, MT-BC
ART THERAPISTS
CONNOR COSTANZO, MA, LPAT, ATR, LPC
OLIVIA DOTY, MA, LPATLPC, ATR-P
AUTUMN SIERRA-HOLLOWAY, LPC, ATR-P
The Fine Arts Association offers virtual and/or in-persongroup and individual services in both music and art therapies along with adapted programming and specialized workshops.
ANN MARIE RADDELL Director of Creative Arts Therapies
For faculty bios, please visit fineartsassociation.org/about/faculty
MUSIC THERAPY
• Music Therapy is the structured use of music experiences by a trained professional to help individuals of all ages and abilities achieve specific goals such as attention to task, motor development, appropriate social interaction, language development, positive self-worth, emotional expression, and much more.
• Scholarship forms can be obtained through our website at fineartsassociation.org/scholarships or you may stop by in person during normal business hours and obtain a scholarship application from a member of our Customer Experience team.
• Please visit fineartsassociation.org/education/therapy/ to learn more about assessments, individual lessons, social groups, adapted music lessons, and off-site services.
• Contact Director of Creative Arts Therapies Ann Marie Raddell at 440-951-7500 x124 or araddell@fineartsassociation.org for further information on Music Therapy services or to schedule an assessment.
ART THERAPY
• Art Therapy is "the therapeutic use of making" used to promote physical, social, and emotional health, and wellbeing.
• Everyone can create art! In Art Therapy, ANY person can be successful regardless of their ability. No prior arts experience is required. At FAA the Art Therapist (ATR) works closely with parents and caregivers to develop goals based on the individual's physical, behavioral, social, emotional, cognitive, language, and communications needs.
• Benefits of art therapy may include improvements in fine motor skills, participation, attention span, social skills, turn-taking, quality of life, creative expression, and self-awareness.
• Art making sessions may include drawing, painting, and/or sculpture.
• Scholarships are available for families who qualify.
• Please visit fineartsassociation.org/education/therapy/ to learn more about assessments, individual lessons, social groups, adapted music lessons, and off-site services.
• Contact Director of Creative Arts Therapies Ann Marie Raddell at 440-951-7500 x124 or araddell@fineartsassociation.org for information on Art Therapy services or to schedule an assessment.
NOTE: Assessment required for entrance into Creative Arts Therapies programs.
Creative Arts Therapies
The Fine Arts Association Adapted Dance program is designed for individuals with differing abilities, focusing on creating an open environment in which all abilities can participate. Explore a variety of movement with the opportunity for self-expression through dance. Learn spatial awareness, balance, and body control Assessment requiredfor new clients entering the Creative Arts Therapies program.
Adapted Dance Classes may participate in the Spring 2026 Dance Recital. More information once classes begin.
When school is out, bring the kids to FAA to explore Dance, Music, Visual Arts and theatre! Artventure Days are from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Cost is only $75 per child
BONUS!
Before Camp Care is INCLUDEDin the tuition. Drop off is between 8:00 - 9:00 am.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
Registration
• Registration is available in person, by phone, or online.
• Tuition fees are due upon registration. Payment must be made at time of registration or lesson/class space is not guaranteed.
• Registration confirmations for enrollment are available by email only.
• Class cancellations by The Fine Arts Association may occur up to 36 hours prior to the start of a class. Notification may be made via phone and/or email, if available. Classes must meet minimum enrollment levels to run.
• Mid-session Class/Lesson Registration: Registrations are accepted in most classes and private lesson studios after a session begins, based on availability. Class tuition fees will be prorated. Classes that have occurred prior to registering mid-session will not be made up.
• Some classes may have additional material, recital, or competition fees as detailed in the catalog.
Discount Programs
For the 2025-2026 Program Year, The Fine Arts Association will be offering three discount programs. We will no longer be offering the Willoughby Discount, Andrews Osborne Discount, Senior/Military Discount. These savings are now included in the discount opportunities below. Only one discount type can apply to each class.
• EarlyChildhoodDiscount – For “Makin’” Classes, 15% off for each additional child.
• ComboClassDiscount - Enroll in any type of class or private lesson and get a cascading discount as follows.
o first and highest cost class - full price;
o second class - 5% off,
o third class - 10% off,
o fourth class - 15%off,
o fifth class - 20% percent off,
o sixth class andbeyond- 25% off,
o NOTE: Discounts are applied in descending order by cost of class. Additional discountsforsomeupperleveldanceclassesmayapply.ExcludesDanceNight, “Makin”,privatedance,privateart,privatetheatre,andtherapies.
• DanceNightDiscount – Register for one class at a time or more. Get every fourth class free!
Scholarships
• FAA is proud to offer various scholarships. Details and policies can be found at fineartsassociation.org/scholarships. When students are eligible for and receive scholarships, the scholarships will be applied to charges remaining after the student's portion of tuition has been applied and any discounts calculated
Payment Options
• We accept VISA, Master Card, Discover, cash, or check.
• A $35.00 fee applies for any returned checks or credit card charges.
• Monthly Payment Option: Lesson and class tuition that total over $200 are eligible for our monthly payment plan which divides the tuition into five equal installments. Visa, MasterCard, or Discover information is required to secure the payment plan obligation. Payment plan registration may be made in person or by telephone. Students are required to pay a $10 payment plan fee and the first payment installment at the time of registration. The four remaining installments will be charged to the credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover) provided at the time of registration mid-month. For specific dates, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Payment Authorization
o Ifyousignupusingapaymentplan,youacknowledgethatthe The Fine Arts Association is authorized to charge your credit card on file for tuition fees, event fees, and other class-related fees. You agree that payment is due by the 15th of each month if you are on a payment plan. Any balance not paid in full by 5 PM on the 15th of each month is subject to a late fee of $15 and will be charged to the credit card on file.
Class or Lesson Make Up
• Make ups are provided to the student for instructor cancellations or school closings. Studentabsencesarenotrequiredtobemade upbytheinstructor.
• All students are encouraged to notify their instructor(s) of a class/lesson absence by calling the Customer Experience at (440) 951-7500.
• Your notification of your or your child's inability to attend a class is a courtesy to the instructor, but we cannot excuse you from a payment of class or lesson for which you have contracted even if you cancel all lessons or classes Tuition is not credited for missed classes.
Student Withdrawal Policy (acknowledgement required for enrollment)
You,theregistrant,understandthatthefinaldaytorequestarefundis24hoursbeforethestart ofanyenrolledclass.Fullrefundsforaclassorlessonaregivenonlywhenastudentwithdraws priortothestartdateoftheclassorlesson.Oncetheclassstarts,FAAhascontractedthefaculty toteachfortheentiresessionbaseduponmycommitment.Therefore,Iwillbechargedthefull tuitionamountevenifIcancelbeforetheendofasession.If I am on a payment plan, the remaining tuition is due upon cancellation.
Assumption of Risk (acknowledgement required for enrollment)
• By enrolling, you knowingly and freely assume all risks, both known and unknown, for yourself or yourself and your child) even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others, and assume full responsibility for your participation; and, willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation.
Release of Liability (acknowledgement required for enrollment)
• As the participant or on behalf of the participant, you agree to indemnify/reimburse The Fine Arts Association for damages or injuries arising from any claims, demand, or action or cause of action including damage to property, harm to other students, faculty, staff, etc.
Medical Emergencies (Optional)
• You may choose to have The Fine Arts Association secure medical attention for yourself or your child in the event of an emergency which may occur under The Fine Arts Association’s supervision.
Safety & Security (acknowledgement required for enrollment)
• Parents/guardians of preschool-age students (below kindergarten age) are requested to stay on-site during classes. Please be in proximity to the classroom space in order to assist your child with toileting needs and/or in need of additional support. All families should ensure that current emergency contact information and any critical medical information is on file and updated with Customer Experience for your child(ren).
Photographic Release (acknowledgement required for enrollment)
• The Fine Arts Association will from time to time take photos or video of programs in an effort to share their great work or experience with parents, students, and the broader community. By registering for classes or lessons you agree to abide by The Fine Arts Association’s Policies and Procedures and grant and give The Fine Arts Association the right to use your or your child’s photograph or image with or without your or your child’s name, both single and in conjunction with other persons or objects, for any and all purposes including, but not limited to, private or public presentations, advertising, publicity, and promotion relating thereto. If you do not wish to grant permission for yourself or your child to be photographed, see the Customer Experience Staff for a Photographic Opt-Out form.
Acceptance of Terms and Conditions
• Upon purchasing program services from The Fine Arts Association, you agree to be bound by all of its terms and conditions and acknowledge receipt and understanding of all The Fine Arts Association's terms and conditions. Copies of the terms and conditions agreement are found on Fine Art’s website, our registration platform, and at Customer Experience.
A Message from our Chief Executive Officer Paul Holm
An experience in the arts is like no other. At once, creativity, perseverance, empathy, deliberation, growth, dedication, contemplation, discovery, and community coexist. The arts make us better humans: better able to explore, express, question, think critically, and appreciate the beauty within and around us. At The Fine Arts Association, we are privileged to partner with you to create and discover art and all of these other human attributes under one roof. The possibilities are endless. No matter your age, experience, or aptitude, there is space here for you to create and grow.
