Singing      School   Directed By R.J. Stevens   July 25 - August 1, 2009 inWilburton, OK INSTRUCTION IN SONG WORSHIP, SONG LEADING, SIGHT SINGING, and HYMN WRITING ATTENTION EVERYBODY READ THIS, IT'S IMPORTANT! THE FORMAT FOR REGISTERING FOR SINGING SCHOOL HAS CHANGED. WE WILL NOT BE SENDING OUT THE PREPRINTED FORMS THIS YEAR. EVERYONE MUST DOWNLOAD THE 2009 APPLICATION FORM, PRINT IT OUT, FILL IT OUT, AND MAIL IT IN.  This should take some of the burden off of Wynell and others that work so hard to get all the paper work done so we can get everybody situated at the school.  So, don't wait for the preprinted form to come to you, it won't come. Go ahead and download the 2009 Application form(s), fill em out and get them in.  I'd do it right now while I'm thinking about it so I don't forget and have to rush later on. The link for the 2009 brochure and application is right below this, you can't miss it.   Get the NEW 2009 Singing School brochure in PDF form right here! Click here to DOWNLOAD your 2009 APPLICATION FORM!  The brochure and form are in PDF format. If you don't know what that is, ask your kids (or your grandkids). If you can't open the form, you will need the Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to view and print the forms. Here's the link to download Acrobat Reader if you need it.  If you still have trouble with it don't call John or Wynell, they have enough to do already ;-o, seriously, get with your computer wiz in the family, OR if you don't have a computer wiz handy, click here and email me, I'll help you through it. See that wasn't so hard was it? For more information about the Singing School Write us at PO Box 333 Alief, TX 77411-0333 or email us at SingingSchool@aol.com Thank you your interest in Singing School! The deadline to get your money in is July 1st!

Date: July 25 - August 1, 2009 Saturday pm to Saturday am	Location: Eastern Oklahoma State College 1301 West Main Wilburton, OK 74578 Phone - (918) 465-2361
Student Eligibility: Men - 16 years and older Women - all ages
Download The 2009 Singing School brochure in PDF form right here!
Tuition Men: Song Leading / Sight Singing / Hymn Writing: $155 - 1st Student $135 - Each add’l. student in same household	Women: Sight Singing / Hymn Writing: $155 - 1st Student $135 - Each add'l. student in same household Women Only: $75 - Women's Music Course
Lodging: Room and Board - Dormitory and Cafeteria, Eastern Oklahoma State College Includes a room, Saturday night through Friday night, and 3 meals a day, Sunday supper through Saturday breakfast $300 per week - per person, single occupancy $215 per week - per person, double occupancy $180 per week - per child, 10 years and younger, in a bed in parents’ room. $125 per week - per child, 10 years and younger, on a floor mattress in parents’ room.
Dorms Open: 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 25, 2009 Dorms Close: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 1, 2008	Off Campus: Motels - Make your own reservations. RV's - There are campgrounds in the area.
Registration: Saturday - 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., July 25, 2009 Sunday - 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., July 26, 2009
Reservations: The Application Form and the full amount due should be mailed as soon as possible to ensure a place. All fees for tuition and college lodging must be paid by July 1, 2009. All fees are refundable if we are notified by July 1, 2009. After July 1, 2009, a $50 cancellation fee may be retained and the balance refunded.
Course Choices: Song Leading (men only) Four Levels of instruction are offered to men. Each student will be grouped with other students of similar ability and experience, from beginning novices to advanced students. Each level will emphasize those principles and exercises selected from the following areas which are suitable to that level of ability and experience. Rhythm and Pitch - The fundamentals of music will be taught. Included will be note values, time signatures, beating of time, the musical staff, keys, scales, shape notes and using a pitch pipe. Sight Singing - Students will be taught the principles of singing unfamiliar songs by sight using exercises and drills. Voice Training - The student will be taught some basic points to improve both the quality and power of his voice. New Songs - Many new songs will be learned. Each student should be able to teach some new songs to his congregation.
Song Worship Preparation: Each student will be taught how to prepare an effective song worship service. Emphasis will be placed upon the meaning of worship, types of songs, the interpretation of songs, and the use of various rhythms and keys.
Sight Singing (men and women): An advanced sight singing course taught by RJ Stevens and Richard Morrison is offered to men and women. Students should already be familiar with the fundamentals of music. The sol-fa method of sight singing will be used.
Hymn Writing Workshop (men and women): This workshop, led by Craig Roberts,  analyzes successful congregational hymns (hymns are words) and presents a method for writing them. It requires participation in both daytime and evenings, and it is open to men and women. The workshop addresses music as it affects the hymn but does not include formal music instruction.
Women's Music Course (women only): A five day (mornings only) music course is offered for women in the fundamentals of music and sight singing. A period of time at the end of each class will be devoted to learning new children's songs. Glenda Schales instructs this class.
The information you provide for the dormitory room and board reservation will help us do our part in making the Singing School a pleasant and enjoyable week for you and your family. We make every effort to meet the special needs of those who may require first floor access, rooms near other family members, etc. We do have limited space so please return your Application Form as soon as possible. If all spaces are full when we receive your application, you will be placed on a waiting list. Please feel free to copy this brochure if you need additional application forms for students or non-students.
Single Rooms: We do have limited space, so we want to utilize every bed available to us. We are asking that you make every effort to room with someone if possible. Saturday Night Rooms:	All rooms will be ready for your arrival from 4:00PM Saturday, July 25th. Those arriving on Sunday should plan to arrive by 2:00 PM.
First Meal: Sunday supper will be the first meal served in the cafeteria.	Conduct: All students will be expected to conduct themselves in harmony with the principles of Christ.
Non-Student Family Members and Guests: Several of the song leading classes are open to all family members and guests at no charge. All non-students under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them and their daily activities.
Loans: Limited Scholarship funds are available to needy students. Interest free loans up to the full cost of tuition, room and board are available upon request. All loans must be repaid by October 1st of the school year. Contact us for details.
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IMPORTANT STUFF HERE!!! --- Medical Health Form This completed form must be brought to registration by all Students who are under 18 and unaccompanied by parents. 1. Print it out 2. Fill it out 3. Bring it with you.

For more information Singing School PO Box 333 Alief, TX 77411-0333 SingingSchool@aol.com Download The 2009 Singing School brochure in PDF form right here!! Print them out and give them to your friends! Singing School PO Box 333 Alief, TX 77411-0333 All inquiries about the Singing School should go to SingingSchool@aol.com