2026-2027
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
LESSONS BEGIN
Week of August 31-September 4
Talk to your instructor(s) if your lessons are on Mondays and see if they plan to teach on Labor Day. The first billing of the year will be on September 1 for September (and one August) lessons.
SONGSHINE
Mondays, 1-2:30 p.m., Starting October 19 - American Legion Hall, St. Helena
Led by certified SongShine instructor Eve-Anne Wilkes (PCA vocal instructor) and retired PCA collaborative pianist Ellen Patterson, this class is specifically targeted to adults whose voices have been impacted by aging, stroke, or other neurological issues. Offered in partnership with Rianda House.
FALL RECITALS
Sunday, November 15, 12 & 2 p.m. - Paulin Recital Hall
The first opportunity of the year for our students to show off what they've already accomplished since the start of September.
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 23-27
No new lessons will be offered during this time.
HOLIDAY SHOWCASE & FESTIVITIES
Sunday, December 13, 11 a.m. - Paulin Hall
Watch for more information about our first-ever interactive Holiday Showcase & Festivities event, in lieu of our usual tradition of a holiday recital. It's going to be incredibly fun--mark your calendars now, and invite all your friends!
CHRISTMAS BREAK
December 21-January 1
No new lessons will be offered during this time.
"THINK SPRING" RECITALS
Sunday, March 14, 12 & 2 p.m. - Paulin Recital Hall
All are welcome to come hear what our students have been working on so far this year.
SPRING BREAK
March 22-26
No new lessons will be offered during this time.
CELLO STUDIO RECITAL
Wednesday, May 19, 7 p.m. - Paulin Recital Hall
Featuring students of Kyle Stachnik.
LAST WEEK OF LESSONS
May 31 - June 4
END-OF-YEAR RECITAL + BEGINNING/ADVANCED BAND CONCERT
Sunday, June 6, 12 p.m. - Paulin Recital Hall
One final show highlighting the culmination of a school year's worth of work across our studios. ALSO includes the Beginning Band and the first-ever performance of PCA Advanced Band, directed by Kristian Leukert.