Art classes and music lessons tailored to your interests. All in our on-site, fully kitted out studios.
Arts and music programs
Creative expression is at the forefront of Fusion's arts and music programs. From studio art to performing art, music theory to recording, our students are encouraged to explore the
range of their creative interests. While other schools and districts are slashing their funds for these programs, Fusion’s continue to grow as a result of our wholehearted belief that art and music are integral to the development of the whole child.
Music education
The statistics in favor of musical education are vast, and we have
seen firsthand what music education can do for a child. We have
witnessed music turn a struggling student into an achiever. We have
seen a child’s self-esteem grow when feelings are allowed to flow
through an instrument. We have seen depression and anxiety disappear in
a student who was given a guitar. For these reasons, and many more, our music department continues to grow.
Studio art
Our students flourish in a creative environment, and often “find themselves” when exploring the various means of artistic self-expression. Students are free to explore a variety of mediums and materials in our student art studio, and are encouraged to express themselves while learning the fundamentals of art in all its aspects.
The studio art course meets all state standards and requirements for high school visual/performing arts. Students will develop a foundation for art appreciation and production skills through hands-on projects and narrative lessons, and are exposed to the elements and principles of art technique, history, and criticism.
Other artistic opportunities for students include performing arts, film, and photography, depending on your child's campus.
We offer the following subjects for both private lessons and for-credit classes, taught from the beginner to the advanced/performance level:
Guitar
Jazz Performance
Recording Arts
Drums
Music Theory and Composition
Piano
Bass
Performing Arts (Band)
Voice
Music performance
Fusion’s philosophy for music education is performance based. While theory and technique are stressed on a daily basis, we believe that all students want to learn to PLAY, and they want to learn to play NOW! Fusion honors the musical tastes of each student, and personalizes each class to reflect the unique talents of the student. Private lessons are one hour, and courses for high school credit meet all state standards.
Fusion has a performance-based band consisting of guitar, bass, drums, vocals, and recording. Fusion Band meets weekly for rehearsals, and plays a variety of music from jazz to rock, R&B to the blues. Fusion Band is taken very seriously by our students, and a professional-grade CD is the culmination of their efforts, celebrated by a CD release party annually! Auditions are held throughout the year.
Recording arts
We are committed to our students’ musical talents and ambitions. To support them in their training, we offer a full professional recording studio complete with high-quality microphones and instruments, as well as professional-grade software required to record and create a quality CD.
Students who learn recording arts are educated in the use of the latest technology pertaining to the recording world. They work on Pro Tools—industry-standard computer software—and learn professional recording, editing, and mixing techniques. There is also a full MIDI lab with software for film scoring and other audio use.
Check out our recording studio in action in this video from Patch.com:
Music instructors
Our music faculty is comprised of instructors who are professional musicians. Each has played in various projects all over the country. They have extensive educational training, as well first-hand, real-world experience. Fusion wants only the best for your children, and we believe that music makes all of us better people and more in harmony with the world around us. We value the self-expression and academic improvement that a music education can provide, and are dedicated to maintaining the highest-quality musical experiences available. Rock on!
All of this creates an experience unmatched by any school in the country. And best of all, it works.
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“You took two children who were completely drowning in the public school system and feeling like such failures even though they wanted to do good, and you all counseled and prepared them until they were ready to live out their dreams.”Heather J., Fusion Academy Parent
Testimonials
“What makes Fusion Academy so appealing? Because of its one-to-one teaching methods and personalized schedules, students receive more attention and can learn at their own pace.”OC Family Magazine, October 2010“"You've never been schooled like this before," boasts Fusion Academy's T-shirts, and they're right.”Pasadena Magazine, April 2011“...What's more, each classroom matches one student with one teacher, a class size ratio unimaginable in public schools and most private schools. ”Pasadena Star-News, May 24, 2011“My daughter absolutely loves Fusion...She experiences a sense of comfort and security that she has not felt at any school for many years.”Fusion Academy Parent“Our daughter will be off to college next month, something we never thought possible. Thank you, Fusion Academy. ”Parent of a Fusion Academy Graduate“Our son has really become engaged to learn, and really enjoys and looks up to his teachers...Our son's teachers are extremely encouraging, and are helping to build his confidence.”Fusion Academy Parent“My child enjoys attending Fusion every day. His relationships with staff and teachers are wonderful. He enjoys each and every one. They make him feel like he matters, he belongs. ”Fusion Academy Parent“Every day I pick up my son I hear all about the great classroom and life lessons from the day, and all I hear about are amazing, solid solutions, sound advice and gentle coaching he gets from his teacher. ”Fusion Academy Parent“Having the Homework Café not only makes sure he does his homework, but that he will have help in doing so, which is such a stress relief off him and the entire family.”Fusion Academy Parent“My husband and I are very impressed by the professional and personal attention give to our daughter. The Fusion school is helping her to become a responsible and mature young woman.”Fusion Academy Parent“Our son wants to learn, not just get through school. With Fusion he has that opportunity and has finally found a way to have things explained to him at his pace, and in a way that he understands.”Fusion Academy Parent“The entire staff made us feel welcome and at home and they all were more than willing to assist us in every way.”Fusion Academy Parent“...He immediately saw that the teachers at Fusion would care enough to explain to him in as many ways it took for him to grasp the concept at hand. ”Fusion Academy Parent“I have been very happy with the work and progress my two children have made at Fusion. They have been tutored well and made good strides with their music. ”Burt B., Fusion Academy Parent“Sunday nights used to be horrible, with our son dreading going to his old high school the upcoming week. Now, he can't wait to get back to Fusion every week.”Diane T., Fusion Academy Parent“You took two children who were completely drowning in the public school system and feeling like such failures even though they wanted to do good, and you all counseled and prepared them until they were ready to live out their dreams.”Heather J., Fusion Academy Parent“Not once has she ever "not wanted to go to school" and that is simply amazing...She is finally in a place where she actually enjoys learning! ”Marty S., Fusion Academy Parent“The improvement we've seen in our daughter as a result of your close attention and care is nothing less than dramatic. ”Susan, Fusion Academy Parent“Fusion has been a wonderful asset fulfilling a deep need within our community. I highly recommend their services at every level...”Dr. Barbara Czescik, Clinical Psychologist“Understanding that different children/teens require different approaches is a strength of the Fusion team. A supportive atmosphere and one-on-one tutoring makes all the difference.”Dr. Nicholas Levy, Pediatrician“Fusion treats me like an individual.”Isaac, Fusion Academy Student“Michelle has made a school where students are comfortable. This is why Michelle is and will always be our hero. ”Monica, Fusion Academy Student“When a kid comes to Fusion they get to experience a family at school...When we meet new kids we always introduce ourselves, so that they feel like they are part of the family. ”Monica, Fusion Academy Student“Fusion drastically changed both my character and attitude toward school. It would not have been possible without the expertise and caring support of the staff.”Phil, Fusion Academy Graduate
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