Deep in the heart of the enchanting Green Mountains, nestled amongst the laughing rivers and chatty maple trees, lies the magical state of Vermont. It's a place where the leaves dance in hues of red and gold, and the snowflakes whisper secrets to the mischievous rabbits. And guess what? There’s a thrumming rhythm that beats in the heart of Vermont, a melody carried by the wind, strummed by the rain, and echoed by the mountains. This melody belongs to the music-loving kids of Vermont! Now, let me introduce you to our funky hero, the musical maestro known as the Jamming Jay. With his feathered fedora and his guitar made from a sunflower stalk, Jay is the coolest bird in all of VT. Anywhere you find music, you'll find Jay bobbing his tiny blue head to the beat, his twinkling eyes shining brighter than the stars! Jay loves visiting the kids in Vermont, especially those who dedicate their time to creating beautiful music. He's seen them all – the passionate pianists, the gregarious guitarists, the bold brass players, and the drummers who make the earth shake with their rhythmic heartbeats! With each musical note they play, Jay's feathers shimmer with joy. He even joins the chorus sometimes, adding his melodious bird song to the mix. The kids in Vermont are not just performers, they're dreamers, crafting symphonies out of their hopes and fears. And with every beat and rhythm, they add a new layer to the enchanting enchantment that is Vermont. The state reverberates with their melodies, making Vermont not just a place, but a song, a rhythm, a symphony! And at the heart of it all, you'll find the Jamming Jay, strumming his sunflower guitar, leading the grand, ever-changing orchestra of music-loving kids!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
The Very Merry Theatre began as a small summer camp in Charlotte and Burlington and has since grown to become a theater company for children that performs one-of-a-kind plays at schools and community centers across Northwest Vermont. Executive Director Don Wright, who had three boys attending Edmunds Elementary School at the time, was instrumental in getting these early productions off the ground. These productions set the foundation for the organization's creative potential and served as a stepping stone for the theater's growth. At Very Merry Theatre, we are passionate about promoting the growth of a vibrant community by providing children of all ages and backgrounds with the opportunity to practice theater. We believe that through the work and play that goes into creating theater, we are fostering literary and theater skills, self-confidence, and pride. Our commitment to this mission is evident in our annual productions at schools and community centers, our Travelling Theater Summer Camps, and our studio in Burlington’s Old North End Community Center.
SOCAPA, the School of Creative and Performing Arts, is the perfect place for teens to explore their creative passions. With camps for ages 13 to 19, these students have the opportunity to make films, dance, and take fashion shoots in some of the world's most iconic locations. At SOCAPA, teens can combine their artistic expression with the fun of summer camp. From making films in Lake Champlain to hip-hop videos under the Brooklyn Bridge and fashion shoots in Venice Beach, students are sure to have an unforgettable summer. Come join the premier visual and performing arts summer camp and unleash your creative potential!