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AMFA Fall Graduation Concert & Art Exhibition 2024
Burbank First Methodist Church
700 N. Glendale Blvd.
Burbank, CA91502
Saturday, November 9, 2024
3:30 PM
Saturday, November 9, 2024
19TH ANNUAL WESTERN ALLIANCE ONLINE SUMMER CHESS CAMP JUNE 23-25, 2022
CHESS CAMP
19th Annual Western Alliance Summer Chess Camp
June 22-24, 2023, 9:00 AM—1:00 PM daily
For the past 18 years, International Master Levon Altounian has been working with chess players of all ranks and ages at the Western Alliance Summer Chess Camp. A summertime tradition, this much-anticipated event gives chess players of all ages an opportunity to interact with other chess players like themselves while learning from a group of professional chess instructors. We are pleased to announce that this year, the 19th Annual Western Alliance Chess Camp will be held online, joined by chess players not just from the greater Los Angeles and Tucson areas, but the nation overall. Some quick facts about the camp:
WHO: The Camp will be lead by International Master Levon Altounian and other chess instructors who share his love of the game. The camp will be joined from chess players from across the nation of a variety of ages and chess levels.
WHEN: June 22-24, 2022, 9:00 AM—1:00 PM daily.
4 Blocks per day:
Block 1. 9:00-9:45 AM (Lesson / Lecture)
Block 2. 10:00- 10:45 AM (Lesson / Lecture)
Block 3. FunTime 11:00-11:30 PM (Daily Fun Online Activities)
Block 4. Game Time 11:30- 1:00 PM
HOW: The chess camp will be conducted through Zoom and chess.com. ICC and Skype will be used as backups. In-person attendance in Burbank.
There will be four groups based on chess rating:
Group 1: Beginner (WILDCATS) (Approx 100 -500 USCF)
Group 2: Intermediate (COYOTES) (Approx 500 -900 USCF)
Group 3:Advanced Intermediate (HAWKS) (Approx 900 -1200 USCF)
Group 4: Special (BEARS). (Approx 1200 -1700 USCF)
There will also be a virtual hangout room for students to interact, games and virtual prizes!
VIRTUAL REWARD SYSTEM: Students may win virtual or real prizes based on assignments, overall scores or the daily FunTime scores.
FEE: $110 per day or $275 for all 3 days. Discounts for additional family members. Payments can be made through Zelle, Venmo and Paypal
JOINING THE CAMP: Please contact us to register for the camp:
Levon Altounian (520) 891-3632 laltounian@msn.com
Academy of Music and Fine Arts
908 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505
Call or Text with Your Request:
(747) 244-2300
AMFA Fall Concert and Art Exhibition 2022
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AMFA Fall Concert & Art Exhibition 2022
Thanks to all who joined us at this wonderful event held on October 22, 2022 in Burbank.
Congratulations to all our music graduates and art exhibition participants!
AMFA Music Recital: May 21, 2022
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AMFA Spring Recital
The AMFA Spring recital featured performances by our music students. Congratulations to all who participated!
Thank you all for joining us at our musical gathering! It was great seeing everyone. The positive environment that all the students, parents and instructors created was priceless. We had more than 50 performers at the event in most music genres, ranging from Piano, Guitar, Violin, Drums and Vocal performances. Everyone was happy to be part of an in-person event and have a chance to perform their beloved pieces. 6 hours hardly seemed enough time to hear all prepared pieces. It was also heartwarming to see so many of our online students meeting their instructors and performing live.
We want to thank all our Instructors and Volunteers for their dedication and professionalism!
Follow us on Instagram to see more pictures and see participant comments.
The next event is scheduled for October 2022.
2022 California K-12 State Championship
chess tournament
2022 California K-12 State Championship
We are so proud to announce that many of our Angeleno Chess Club students performed very well and won top spots in their age groups at the 2022 California K-12 State Championship held March 26-27.
K-12
David Gevorgyan, 7th place
K-8
Suren Mikoyan, 1st place
Austin Troike, 7th place (K-12 under 1400)
K-6
Teo Kashper, Top 3, K-6 under 600
K-3
Luco Kashper, Champion, K-3 under 600
Compliments to Sid Potukuchi, Top 10 Winner Alec Mnatsakanyan and many others for their excellent performance, well done!
Thank you organizer Jay Stallings for this wonderful event.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: COACH LEVON ALTOUNIAN: LALTOUNIAN@MSN.COM / 520 891-3632.
Anime/Animation Classes
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Anime & Animation
Learn to master the art style of anime! Perfect creating the faces and styles of your favorite characters as well as creating your own in this fun and interactive class.
“The art classes at the AMFA are really fun. The environment is very nurturing and my daughter is encouraged to draw and paint things that truly interest her while getting great instruction and constructive feedback. She has participated in two art shows so far and is looking forward to the Holiday Exhibit this winter.“
—Angela S. | North Hollywood, CA
Arts and Crafts
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Arts and Crafts
The Academy of Music and Fine Arts offers arts and crafts classes for children aged 4-11.
The main objective of this class is to introduce children to a variety of art media and techniques. In this class, students will learn the elements of art, unique fine art techniques, fundamental drawing skills, sculpting with clay and creative crafts. Class size is limited to a small group of students.
“The art classes at the AMFA are really fun. The environment is very nurturing and my daughter is encouraged to draw and paint things that truly interest her while getting great instruction and constructive feedback. She has participated in two art shows so far and is looking forward to the Holiday Exhibit this winter.“
—Angela S. | North Hollywood, CA
17th Annual Western Alliance Online Summer Chess Camp | June 24-26, 2021
CHESS CAMP
17th Annual Western Alliance Online Summer Chess Camp | June 24-26, 2021
VIA ZOOM
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Levels
(100 — 1800 USCF)
$110 per day or $275 for all 3 days
Coaches assigned based on group level
2 lectures and 1 tournament daily
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM Lesson 1
10:45 AM –11:00 AM Break
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Lesson 2
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM Lunch / Break
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Tournament
Family Discounts • Prizes
Questions: For all questions relating to the camp, please contact International Master Levon Altounian at 520-891-3632 or at LALTOUNIAN@MSN.COM
IN-PERSON CHESS CLASSES AVAILBLE AT OUR BURBANK LOCATION
Classes available on
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
323 S. Front St. Burbank, CA 91502
In-Person Chess Classes in Burbank
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In-Person Chess Classes in Burbank
MISS HUMAN INTERACTION? ATTEND IN-PERSON CLASSES IN BURBANK!
Miss human interaction?Attend in-person chess classes in Burbank!
We adhere to all CDC guidelines to keep our students and instructors safe.
• MASKA ARE MANDATORY for students and instructors
• We practice social distancing
• All high-touch areas cleaned and sanitized after each group
• Groups capped at 6 students
Location: Academy of Music and Fine Arts
323 S. Front St. Burbank, CA 91502
In-person chess classes offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Please contact us at (818) 760-3185 for more information. You can also send us an inquiry through our contact page
Online chess groups also available
Online and In-Person Classes Available at the AMFA
LESSONS
In-Person and Online Classes Offered at the AMFA
In-person classes
As we navigate through this challenging time as responsibly as we can, we at the Academy of Music and Fine Arts have taken enhanced measures to protect the health and safety of our team, students and guests based on guidance from the CDC and other government agencies. The standards below are currently in effect and must be observed by all visitors to ensure a responsible and enjoyable environment for everyone.
WE ARE TAKING HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR OUR INSTRUCTORS, STUDENTS, AND COMMUNITY. SOME OF OUR MEASURES INCLUDE:
SYMPTOM CONTROL
Instructors with a fever or cold and flu-like symptoms such as a cough, sore throat, runny nose, or body aches are required to stay at home. Students with a fever or cold and flu-like symptoms will not be admitted.
MASKS
Masks are required for instructors and students choosing to partake in in-person classes.
SOCIAL DISTANCING
Social distancing reminders, including the use of distancing markers and extra spaces between seating, are posted throughout the Academy.
INCREASED CLEANING
Common areas, particularly busy locations such as restrooms, desks, instruments and waiting areas are regularly cleaned and disinfected.
SIGNAGE
Signage reminding students and instructors of safety precautions recommended by the CDC is posted throughout the Academy.
Learn more about our virtual/online classes
ALL AMFA classes are available virtually through Skype, Facetime, Zoom and Instagram.