Center for the Arts

Due West Center for the Arts is a ministry of Due West United Methodist Church that strives to provide excellent instruction in private music lessons, dance, tumbling, Kindermusik and art classes to church and community members alike.

Our teachers love what they do and are qualified and competent to teach in their individual areas of expertise.  They emphasize Christian principles, encouraging students to work hard and do their best in all things. 

All of our teachers must complete Safe Sanctuary training each year as directed by the United Methodist Church Conference.

REGISTER TODAY for Spring 2013 Classes
Due West Center for the Arts is open to church and community members alike. We have great prices and professional teachers!  More information and registration forms can be found below.

Music & Art "Little Explorers" Summer Camp

Symphony Orchestra Summer Camp

(ALL BAND/ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENTS: Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Horn, Tuba, Violin, Viola, Cello, Percussion)
Monday, July 8 - Friday, July 12 ~ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm with a Mini-Concert on
Friday at 1:00 pm
Ages: Rising 6th-12th Grades
Cost: $125 per person
Instructors:  Max Harper, Luke Weathington, Wes Anderson, Elizabeth Weathington, Billy Payne, Kathleen Jones

Come learn everything from the basics of reading music to playing in a group and getting mini-private lessons each day.  We’ll brush up on tuning skills, tone and breath support, as well as learning some basic theory and ear training.  This is the perfect way to refresh your music skills before jumping back into Marching Band or Orchestra in the new school year!

20 students are needed to make this camp happen.  If you have band on one day, please consider still attending our camp!

Click here for a Registration Form

See more Summer Camps below...

Due West Children's Theatre

Musical Theatre Summer Camp

"The Jungle Book, Kids"
Monday, July 15 - Thursday, July 18 ~ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday, July 19 ~ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm + Show at 7:00 pm
Saturday, July 20 ~ Show at 7:00 pm
Ages: Rising 3rd - Rising 8th Grades
Cost: $125 per person
Instructors: Deeshia Partin, Elizabeth Weathington & Katie Pilson

This camp teaches children all about being in a dramatic performance.  The kids will audition, learn their parts, then come to camp and put it all together.  Microphones, costumes, props, choreography, blocking and acting techniques are all used to make the performance exciting.  Hard work and dedication, as well as a Christ-like attitude are the main principals taught throughout the week.

ANOTHER ROUND OF AUDITIONS will be held on Wednesday, May 1 from 6:00-7:30 in the S. Campus Room S219.  Plan to stay for the entire time (it will most likely only take an hour). 

Audition requirements are to sing a familiar song, perform a 30 second monologue and learn a simple dance.  Auditions are required to receive a speaking or singing role but are not necessary to participate in the camp.

Click here for a Registration Form

Email Mandy Kirkpatick with any questions.

Spirit of Dance at Due West

Spring 2013 Class Schedule

Tuesdays
4:45-5:30 pm Hip-Hop (6-10 yr olds) (Ms. Katie)
5:30-6:30 pm  Tap/Jazz/Hip-Hop (8-11 yr olds) (Ms. Katie)

Thursdays
3:45-4:45 pm Ballet/Tap (3-5 yr olds) (Ms. Lisa) 

All Classes will be held in the S. Campus (Building C) in Room S219

Click here to print a Registration Form.
Click here for a Brochure with full details of classes offered.

Join us any time of year! Classes start at only $40 per month! Other class options available.  Please Email Lisa O'Sullivan to get your class started today! 6 students needed to begin a class.

Recital will be held on Saturday, May 18th at Hillgrove High School Performing Arts Theatre.

Barbie Dance Camp

Dates: Monday, June 24 - Friday, June 28 ~ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages: Ages 6-10 years
Location: South Campus (Building C) Room S219
Cost: $125 per person
Instructor: Lisa O'Sullivan

This summer dance camp is for the young lady that loves Barbie Rapunzel, Swan Lake, the Twelve Dancing Princesses, Thumbelina, Fairytopia and more.  The days will be filled with costumes, ballet, jazz, games, crafts, props and stories.  Your child is asked to wear a leotard, tights and ballet shoes to camp each day.  Dance experience not necessary.  A mid-morning snack will be provided each day.  

Click here for a Registration Form

Princess Dance Summer Camp

Click here for a Registration Form

Adult Watercolors Classes

Spring Classes:

Every other Thursdays ~ May 2, 16 & 30
at 1:00 pm in Room S242

Cost:  $18.00 per 90 minute class.  Please register before coming to class by clicking the following link to print a registration form...
Registration Form & Supply List

Instructor: Annette Lewis, Email Annette
 

School of Music

Contact: Mandy Kirkpatrick / 770-427-3835, ext. 224
Email Mandy

Our School of Music offers private music lessons for children (Kindergarten and older) and adults in piano, voice, woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, acoustic, electric and bass guitar. Whether you are looking to start an instrument from the beginning or simply want to improve your skills, we are sure to have a teacher that can accommodate you. 

We offer lessons Monday through Saturday in 30 minute increments on the church campus, usually in Building C (our South Campus building on Due West Road).  Teachers set their own rates and schedule, but typically follow along with the Cobb County School calendar for school closings and holidays.

PIANO
(Classical, Improvisation, Jazz &  Blues)

VOICE
(Classical & Musical Theatre)

GUITAR
(Acoustic, Electric & Bass)

PERCUSSION
(Band Percussion & Drum Set)

WOODWINDS
(Flute, Clarinet & Sax)

BRASS
(Trumpet & Horn)

STRINGS
(Violin, Viola & Cello)