Irvine Conservatory of Music

This web site serves as a supplement to students and instructors; in addition to offering other on-line music resources enabling the Irvine Conservatory of Music to promote life long learning in addition to a higher quality learning experience. Promotion and advertising of this web site will be directed to potential new, current and former students, day-care center facilities throughout Southern California, various elementary schools, junior high schools, and high schools, as well as various related publication subscribers and parent support groups. In addition, throughout each year there are several fundraising engagements followed by professional and student performances sponsored by various individuals in order to support a social network conducive to music appreciation, donations to our building fund, and increased student enrollment.

Eric Wright, President of the ICM Board of Directors

I C M

This Web Site serves as a detailed public relations site, providing parents and students with information about music seminars, workshops, private music lessons, and performances. In addition, there will be various readings and public domain software stressing the importance and appreciation of music supporting a lifelong learning process.

Due to the dwindling financial base supporting music programs in public schools, there now exists a stable market and a strong demand for music instruction and appreciation. Consequently, the student population at the Irvine Conservatory of Music has doubled over the past five years. In addition, a recent Gallup Poll study funded by the National Association of Music Merchants indicated that benefits from school music programs include higher degrees of creativity, self-discipline, and overall intellectual development in children. Specifically, the survey revealed that 93% of respondents agreed music to be part of a well-rounded education. 86% felt that all schools should offer instrumental music, 88% believed that music helped a child's overall intellectual development, and 85% stated that communities should provide financial support for music education programs in the schools. Clearly, community needs require the services and information provided by the Irvine Conservatory of Music.

The clientele of the Irvine Conservatory of Music fall into three categories of students, divided by age group. The first category comprises early childhood education, including students in the age range from two and one-half to six years of age. The second category includes students in primary and secondary grades, ages six through eighteen; while the third includes adult education, serving students above the age of eighteen. Specifically, those we serve include current and former students, day-care center facilities throughout Southern California, various elementary schools, junior high schools, and high schools, as well as various related publication subscribers and parent support groups.

Michelle Marumoto-Wright and students on Tour in France

Why We're Different !!

Competition to the conservatory comes from three main sources. The first includes local colleges, the second, local music stores, and the third includes local private instructors. Since local college and university music programs often require students to audition, the Irvine Conservatory of Music prepares students for such an occasion by supporting a matriculation process conducive to successful transition into any public school music progran. Our students are generally long-term candidates with a sincere appreciation for music. Students with acknowledged short-term goals are referred to music stores. Students with a demonstrated gift are sometimes referred to our local network of independent established music teachers here in southern California or our network of Private Music teachers on the East Coast.

* Please note: Independent music teachers may have a different payment structure not directly affiliated with the ICM in any way.

The ICM

The non-profit organization, as with any other group that must work in harmony for the common good, has needs for rules and regulations concerning the conduct of its members. The Irvine Conservatory of Music is a 501 (C)(3), non-profit, tax exempt corporation with no outside funding other than the tuition paid by those enrolled in the Conservatory and from occasional private donations. The year is divided into three trimesters: Spring, Summer, Fall, with 16 lessons in each session. Vacations include, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Hanukkah, etc., follow the calendar of the public school year whenever possible. When the tuition is paid, the teacher is paid. In cases of normal absences with 24 hr. prior notice given directly to the teacher, deductions are possible for missed lessons provided a makeup lesson is not possible.

Any make-up lessons are at the discretion of the individual teacher. In case of lessons canceled by the teacher, the student may receive a make-up lesson. If scheduling of a make-up lesson is not possible, a pro-rated fee will be deducted or applied as credit to the next trimester. Students who miss lessons without reasonable 24 hr. notice will be expected to pay for time lost.

In compliance with Federal Law, including the provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The Irvine Conservatory of Music does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in its administration of educational policies, programs, or activities; its admissions policies; scholarship or any other Irvine Conservatory administered programs; or employment.

The federal government has authorized the freedom to publish the ICM web site when they guaranteed the freedom of the press. The right of free speech and freedom of the press has been on of the basic rights granted by the U.S. Constitution. In other words, the Irvine Conservatory of Music can print any material so long as it does not infringe on the rights of the administrators, teachers, and student population. If published material is dishonest in any way, then the authors may be subject to liable lawsuit by the individual it was printed about. To prevent this from happening, all information on the web site is general in nature, unless all parties give express permission. All pages comprising the ICM's web site are protected by copyright, accomplished by fixing the copyright notice on every page. In addition, all information posted is moderated by a web administrator to insure its appropriateness.

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Why ICM ?

- Superior musical training combined with arts exceptional education supplements.

- A faculty of artists and scholars committed to excellence in music.

- A calendar of recitals brimming with excitement.

- International recognition for research, performance and composition.

- Internationally recognized research in early childhood music education.

- Internationally recognized excellence of performance by both faculty and students.

Orange County

A fabulous place to live and grow musically! Orange County is made up of many opportunities to enjoy and experience the art of music.

The "ICM" is engaged in every aspect of creating excellence in music through many innovative approaches and activities. Orange

County enjoys a highly diversified population with numerous opportunities to engage in artistic endeavors from participation.

Listening experiences of the highest caliber performances available at the many performance venues. Besides providing many opportunities for top notch performers i.e., Orange County and Cerritos Performing Arts Centers, there are literally hundreds of halls and performance venues available from the surrounding Universities and Colleges to the many community performance halls.

Orange County boasts many sporting arenas and events from professional baseball, hockey to soccer. Along with numerous halls, Orange County offers many large event stadiums amphitheaters and playhouses for popular and cultural events.

There is always something interesting going on in Orange County and the ICM is more often than not associated.

General Information

The Irvine Conservatory of Music, a 501 (C) (3) non profit tax exempt organization, was originally established by Dr. Peter S. Odegard, Professor Emeritus violist and composer theorist at the University of California at Irvine. Since its founding, in 1974, the Irvine Conservatory of Music has been a vital part of southern California musical and cultural arts life. From its inception, the "ICM" has had as its mission, the teaching of music to persons of all ages, providing the training essential for a performing career or for an enriching and creative avocation. It has always been our utmost desire to provide excellence in education at an affordable price and to provide the best opportunities possible for the student to perform and grow in appreciation of music. The Conservatory is made up of dedicated music teachers that desire to have a positive impact on the development of the arts and education in southern California.

Our faculty represent the best and the brightest musicians and teachers in the region.

Board of Directors:

Dr. Peter S. Odegard, Founder

Eric Wright, President

Jasmin Putnam,Vice President

Michelle Wright, Treasurer

Edward Lindsey, Board Member & Attorney

Gloria Lindsey, Board Member

Quida Draine, Board Member

Faculty:

Margaret Boland,University of Southern California, Piano & Accompanist

Christine Jones,University of California at Irvine, Head of Piano

Peter S. Odegard, Ph.D.,UC Berkeley, Founder of ICM, Viola/Violin Composition

Binh Pham, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, Head of Guitar

Deanna Schultheiss,University of California at Irvine, Flute

Eric Schultheiss,University of California at Irvine, Head of Percussion

Maurice Shihadi,Towson State University, Electronic Music,Vocal

Gregory Stier,University of California at Irvine, Clarinet & Theory

Joseph R. Taylor, East Texas State University, Viola,Cello and Violin

Eric Wright, President of Board, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University,Piano, Percussion, History

Michelle Marumoto-Wright,University of California at Irvine,Head of String Dept.

The following rates can be paid on a monthly or trimester basis. For example: In a four week month, the rate for four 30 minute lessons is $90.00, for four 45 minute lessons $112.00 and for four 60 minute lessons $152.00 per month. Five-week months involve an additional lesson fee. The following includes rates per lesson as well as for the complete trimester consisting of sixteen weeks. Tuition rates for these classes and workshop instruction are based on a sixteen week trimester.

Rates per private lesson.

Length of Lesson	Per lesson	Per Trimester	Outside Location	Per Trimester
15 minutes	$10.00	$160.00	$16.00	$256.00
30 minutes	$22.50	$360.00	$28.50	$456.00
45 minutes	$28.00	$448.00	$38.00	$608.00
60 minutes	$38.00	$608.00	$48.00	$768.00

A few teachers charge more for their lessons. The above chart will not reflect those adjustments. Students need to confer with the individual instructor. Students of the conservatory are also entitled to attend some classes or workshops free of charge as supplementary educational enhancement. In addition, students and family members may by offered concert tickets at a substantial discount or invited to private concerts free of charge. Announcements will be sent via email to those active students on our mailing list. Classes and workshops will vary from trimester to trimester.

There is an additional administrative registration fee of $15.00 during the Fall and Spring Trimesters and Summer session for new/returning students who have left the program for a period of time. Additionally, classes outside the ICM (if the teacher has to go to the students home requires payment either in full or in two equal payments to be paid at the beginning of the trimester. Classes and workshops are also offered to those not currently enrolled in private individual instruction. These are supplementary classes and are not intended to permanently replace private individual instruction.

Tuition rates for these classes and workshop instruction are based on a sixteen week trimester of activity as follows:

Tuition rates for open enrollment in workshops per trimester.

For further information contact E. L.Wright website administrator at: 949-351-9829 or email: icmeric@cox.net