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

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

Online and In-Person Classes Available at the AMFA

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.

Language Lessons

Language Lessons

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Language Lessons

Language classes at the Academy of Music and fine arts are a lively mix of immersive studies in conversation, reading and writing. We work only with fully trained and professional instructors with at least 3 years of practical teaching experience. Please contact our office at (818) 760-3185 for more information about signing up for language lessons. 

Individual or Group Language Lessons

Based on the student’s needs and schedule..

english

armenian

russian

spanish

italian

Armenian language lessons at the AMFA are a lively mix of immersive studies in reading and writing in Armenian paired with skit and poetry recitals.

Tutoring

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Tutoring Sessions

Students and parents both want academic success – high grades and the pride that comes with achievement. The tutors at the Academy of Music and Fine Arts believe any student, regardless of ability, can become a high achiever. Our tutors know from years of experience that students underperform because they have not learned the right approach or pathway to success.

Our tutors help students become stronger independent learners by developing a customized approach to organization, cognition and retention. Students can spend hours working very hard but working inefficiently to the point their effort fails to translate into results. Our tutors create personalized organizational plans so that students learn how to maximize time, work efficiently and retain key information not just for the short term but for the long term.

Success requires more than good organization; students must understand often complicated subject matter. Our tutoring approach helps students master concepts in all core areas by providing instruction tailored to their individual learning styles. Subjects covered include English, U.S. and World History, American and Comparative Government, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and mathematics through Calculus. Our tutors work with students in remedial work as well as AP track courses. 

Individual tutoring

Personalized individual sessions in a wide range of subjects. No long term commitments — book an individual session or a series.

Math

For all ages and grade levels

Science

For all ages and grade levels

history

For all ages and grade levels

test preparation

For all ages and grade levels

AMFA offers individual tutoring sessions for all subjects and grade levels. 

“We reach out to the tutors at AMFA whenever my daughters need a boost with their homework. It’s very convenient to have tutoring in the same building where they take their art classes, we book a session as needed before or after their class.

—marina S. | valley village, CA

Drum Lessons

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Drum Lessons

The Academy of Music and Fine Arts invites you to discover and explore the rhythms and traditions of world cultures in a supportive learning environment that engages you in self-discovery and learning through experience. Our drum instructors take care to impart the language, lifestyle, and learning modes associated with their instrument and repertoire. Learn the fundmentals of drumming through:

reading music

Knowing how to read traditional music notation greatly increases your understanding of how rhythm works whether you are reading sheet music or playing by ear.

proper technique

Proper technique is extremely important as it not only enables you to play the music more easily or without struggling, but it also helps prevent repetitive motion injuries such as tendonitis or carpel tunnel syndrome.

hand/foor corrdination

Independence of all 4 limbs is an essential skill for drum set players to be able to play their parts smoothly and effectively, especially if the music has more complex rhythms. You will learn many effective warm up and exercise routines to develop these skills. 

keeping a steady rythm

Mastering the ability to play rhythms and transitions in music without speeding up or slowing down is one of the most important jobs that a drummer has. 

learning to play by ear

Learning a drum part by ear is just as important as reading music notation. By learning all the other drumming fundamentals, you will develop the skills necessary to hear a piece of music, pick out the drum parts and learn them without reading music. This includes creating your own drum parts for original music as well. 

Individual drum Lessons

Weekly 45-minute individual lessons.

Discover and explore rythms from around the world with drum lessons at the AMFA.

My son has been attending the Academy since last April and I have to say the teachers are very knowledgeable and the staff is amazing, always there to help you and explain everything on point. My son loves his drum lessons with Angelo and looks forward to them all week. I would definitely recommend this school, it’s our second family.

—Amanda A. | Glendale, CA