Calvary Academy Music Institute

Calvary Academy Music Institute allows students to expand their musical horizons through private lessons. Our private music lessons offer an enjoyable, challenging learning environment where students are taught in an encouraging way that increases their desire to learn and succeed. Whether your student is beginning lessons or has been playing or singing for years, our teachers will work with him/her to build a solid foundation with proper techniques while advancing the skill level of your student.

We understand how busy lives can be and will work with you to find time around your student's schedules. If your student's class schedule allows, he or she may be able to receive lessons during normal school hours. Some teachers are members of the International Federation of Music Clubs which allows your student to perform in front of area teachers and earn recognition as they progress in the Federation.

Currently, CAMI offers the following lessons:

Piano
Voice
Guitar

We are searching for instructors for additional instruments and voice lessons. If interested in becoming a CAMI instructor, please contact CAMI Director, Kaitlynn Houchin, at KHouchin@CASpringfield.org.

Books

Your student is responsible for the cost of books and/or music used during lessons.

Recitals

Your student is strongly encouraged to participate in both recitals hosted in the fall and spring of each year. There will be a recital fee which will be communicated to you by the Director and/or your student’s instructor.

Age Minimum

Piano minimum - age 5

Voice minimum - age 6

Guitar minimum - age 6

Calvary Academy Music Institute lessons are not just for Calvary Academy students! Homeschool students, students from other schools, and adult students are welcome.

Please review the General Rules and Procedures before completing the online registration.

Please contact CAMI Director, Kaitlynn Houchin, at KHouchin@CASpringfield.org for more information and questions.

CAMI Student Registration Form

* Student Name

Student Grade

* Student Birthday

* Student Address

Parent/Guardian Name

* Parent/Guardian Cell Phone

* Parent/Guardian Email (This is CAMI's primary communication tool.)

Lesson Request

* Instrument

* Do you own your own instrument?

* Years of Study

* Teacher Request

* Time Request

Pricing

Lesson Pricing (one-month minimum)

Piano Lessons - 30-minutes - $28.00 each Piano Lessons - 45-minutes - $42.00 each Guitar Lessons - 30-minute lessons - $24.00 each Elementary/JH Voice Lessons - 30-minute lessons - $26.00 each High School Voice Lessons - 45-minute lessons - $50.00 each

* I have read the CAMI General Rules and Procedures (linked above) and agree to the terms and conditions of this contract.

* Parent Signature

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CAMI Adult Registration Form

* Name

* Birthday

* Address

* Cell Phone

* Email (This is CAMI's primary communication tool.)

Lesson Request

* Instrument

* Do you own your own instrument?

* Years of Study

* Teacher Request

Pricing and Payment Options

Lesson Pricing (one-month minimum)

Piano Lessons - 30-minutes - $28.00 each Piano Lessons - 45-minutes - $42.00 each Guitar Lessons - 30-minute lessons - $24.00 each Adult Voice Lessons - 45-minute lessons - $50.00 each

* I have read the CAMI General Rules and Procedures (linked above) and agree to the terms and conditions of this contract.

* Signature

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Meet the CAMI Instructors

Angela Blakley - Piano

Angela has been teaching since she was fifteen. She began taking piano when she was in second grade, competed through Festival and Guild and other talent shows, and grew to accompany soloists and the choir in high school.

She first began teaching students from her home church in Pleasant Plains at the age of 15. Since then, through college and growing a family, Angela has developed her home studio, and now she also teaches at CAMI. Angela has been married to her husband Braden since 2007, and they have three children - who all attend Calvary Academy. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and being with her large extended family.

Emanuel Hatzioanou - Voice/Guitar

Emanuel Hatzioanou brings more than 25 years of international professional experience to his work as a voice teacher and vocal coach. Performing professionally under the name Emmanuel di Villarosa, he enjoyed an acclaimed operatic career on major stages throughout the United States, Europe, South America, and Asia, including the Metropolitan Opera, New York City Opera, Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires, Staatsoper Stuttgart, and Prague State Opera.

His repertoire included more than 30 leading operatic roles, including Rodolfo in La Bohème, Calaf in Turandot, Don José in Carmen, Cavaradossi in Tosca, and Alfredo in La Traviata. His honors include first place in the Metropolitan Opera National Council District Auditions, where he also received the Luciano Pavarotti Award, as well as recognition in the Loren L. Zachary National Vocal Competition and Puccini-Albanese Vocal Competition.

Emanuel studied at The Juilliard School and Manhattan School of Music, attending both on full-tuition scholarships and completing his studies at Manhattan School of Music.

Today, Emanuel combines his extensive stage experience with a passion for developing singers. His teaching emphasizes healthy vocal technique, musicianship, interpretation, confidence, and performance preparation, with an individualized approach designed to help each student understand and develop their unique voice.

Emanuel is also an active musician, composer, guitarist, and worship artist. A guitarist since age 13, he has professional experience as a studio guitarist in New York City and is available to teach beginning and intermediate guitar students as well.

Diane Williams - Piano

Diane Williams is a gifted musician who brings more than 50 years of experience as a pianist to CAMI. She began studying piano in fifth grade and has spent decades using her musical gifts in church ministry. She also has experience teaching piano and enjoys helping students develop their skills and confidence at the keyboard.

Known for her kindness, gentleness, and encouraging spirit, Diane is passionate about helping students discover the joy of music. She reads music fluently and brings a wealth of practical experience, musical understanding, and personal care to each lesson.

Diane is also a beloved part of the Calvary Academy family. She is the mother of CA teacher Ashley McQuillan and the proud grandmother of four Calvary Academy students.

She looks forward to a wonderful year of music-making, learning, and growth with her CAMI students!