June 12, 2026: Friday Medley
Happy Friday!
Flag Day during America’s Semiquincentennial Year
As we celebrate Flag Day on June 14, we take a moment to honor the history and meaning of the American flag, first adopted by the Continental Congress in 1777 as a symbol of unity, freedom, and shared ideals. Families across the country observe Flag Day by displaying flags, attending community events, and reflecting on the many people and traditions that have shaped our nation. This year feels especially meaningful as America begins celebrating its 250th birthday, marking a quarter millennium since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Music has always been part of our national story, and patriotic favorites such as “America the Beautiful,” “The Star-Spangled Banner,” “This Land Is Your Land,” “America: My Country ‘Tis of Thee,” and “God Bless America” continue to bring generations together through singing, remembrance, and celebration. May this season inspire us all to appreciate our shared heritage and the joy that music brings to our communities.
As summer begins here in Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, and surrounding areas of South Orange County, we encourage families to enjoy the many community events, parks, music concerts, and celebrations that make our cities such wonderful places to live and learn.
Off-Days This Weekend
Our scheduled off days (no regular lessons) are this Saturday, Sunday, & Monday, June 13, 14, & 15. The studio will be closed, and then we will reopen on Tuesday, June 16.
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21. We will be open (lessons are ON) that weekend! We will wish all our fathers a wonderful and special day! (There is no CPT recital on that Sunday.)
Here is a link to the calendar on our website
Summer Camps
Tell a friend!
Learn to play the piano, keyboard, & drums! Camps are fifteen hours over five days. Mornings, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon each day (M-F).
Camps are designed for beginners, ages 7-10, who will learn some basics, get to know their way around the piano, play some songs, feel the beat, sing a little, enjoy some musical arts & crafts, and perform some music in a small group recital!
Open for registration now, 2 Options: June 15-19 & July 6-10.
Play the piano, play keyboards, experiment with drums & rhythm percussion, enjoy musical arts & crafts, and perform in a small group recital for family & friends at the end!
Click here for more information, pricing, and the sign-up form.
Summer Recitals - Signups Available Online
Our Summer Quarter Studio Recitals will take place on Saturday, August 15, afternoon & early evening, at Shepherd of the Hills, Mission Viejo. Sign ups are now available - click here.
FSP (Families Support Performers)
We appreciate the families who sign up to help out at our studio recitals, and provide decorations and gift bags! You can sign up for upcoming recitals when you register for the recital, or email the Office.
Concert Performance Team
There is no CPT recital in June. Our next CPT performance will take place Sunday, July 19, at Freedom Village in Lake Forest.
Our studio CPT performs in special/additional monthly concerts for appreciative audiences at different locations and venues throughout Orange County. Some students earn community service hours & credits for giving their gift of music to others! Email the office to express interest in joining!
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Have a magical Friday, a musical weekend, a Happy Flag Day, and a safe, happy, and healthy coming week(s),
Thank you,
Dennis Frayne
"Dr. Dennis"
Laguna Niguel School of Music
Dennis Frayne Music Studios
30110 Crown Valley Pkwy, Suites 105/107/108
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 844-9051 (office cell)
(949) 468-8040 (personal cell)
Lake Forest School of Music
Baker Ranch, CA 92630
(949) 402-7210
www.dennisfraynemusicstudios.com
www.lagunaniguelschoolofmusic.com
www.lakeforestschoolofmusic.com
dfrayne@dennisfrayne.com
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