Academy of W&A
What is the Academy of Worship and Arts?
- Faith-based education for people of all ages who desire to learn and develop their skills in the area of music, worship and arts - all levels welcome from beginner to advanced
- Private and group instruction in the areas of music, media, drama and art
- Committed and experienced faith-based staff - trained to disciple students of all ages as they develop their craft and skill
What Does the Academy Offer?
Private sessions and instruction for: Piano, Voice, Strings, Brass, Woodwinds, Guitar, Drums/Percussion, Drama, and American Sign Language (ASL)
What Will Participants Receive?
Sessions are held on the campus of Cottonwood Creek Baptist Church, and are taught by the finest faith-based educators in the DFW area. Private sessions will be customized for each student and designed to tailor the education around each student and how they learn.
- Gain more confidence and self-esteem in your craft and as an individual
- Enhance your creative thinking, language and reasoning skills
- Learn the value of sustained effort to achieve excellence
- Grow in knowledge of your craft while being instructed in a faith-based environment
Tuition Information
TUITION INCLUDES
- Weekly private sessions
- Weekly progress documentation
- Quarterly Studio Workshops
- Performance recitals
TUITION COST
- 1 - 5 Month Enrollment
30 minutes = $33 per session
45 minutes = $44 per session
60 minutes = $55 per session
- 6 - 12 Month Enrollment
30 minutes = $30 per session
45 minutes = $40 per session
60 minutes = $48 per session
PAYMENT
Payments can be made in full or with monthly installments, which are due on the first session of the month. Enrollment period is equal to the number of sessions for which you register. Click here to register online. Also, please download, print, and return the Academy Survey to the CreekStore.
FOR EXAMPLE
- 12 sessions = 3 months
- 24 sessions = 6 months
- 48 sessions = 12 months
Registration and Fees
- First and last month’s tuition is due at the time of enrollment
- A one-time registration fee of $40 is due at the time of enrollment and is non-refundable
- Maximum family-unit registration fee (more than one student) only $60
- A late fee of $10 will be assessed to the monthly installment if payment is not received by the 10th day of the month
About the Academy Director
John Darling joined Cottonwood Creek Baptist Church in January 2008 and is currently serving as Director for the Academy of Worship and Arts, as well as Music Director in the Worship and Arts Ministry. Graduating Summa Cum Laude from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1995, he earned his Bachelor of Music Education degree with an emphasis in voice and trumpet. Private instruction experience includes public school systems to children of all ages and a private conservatory to both children and adults ranging from 5 to 65 years of age.
During his college days in Lufkin, Texas, John began his experience in leading worship. Since that first beginning, John has directed and produced several Easter and Christmas dramatic musicals, as an outreach to the community, which he served. In addition to leading worship, he has a heart for teaching and encouraging those who have a desire to learn. With this passion and love for Christ, John's vision and desire is to mentor and teach students of all ages as they worship God through the study of music and arts.
What Days are Classes Offered?
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 12:00p - 9:00p
- Wednesday: 12:00p - 6:00p
- Saturday: 9:00a - 2:00p
- Friday and Sunday: Closed
Where are Classes Offered?
Cottonwood Creek Baptist Church
1015 State Hwy 121, Allen, TX 75013
Who Do I Contact for More Information?
