ALMA Music, Academy of Language & Music Arts

08/29/2026

Sweet September

"In the month we call September,
heart nostalgic does remember
sweet moments of the times gone past,
and joys of life we wish could last;
we enter now the harvest time,
of love’s and labor’s fruit sublime!"

Copyright (c) 2026 Dr. James Fiatarone
A.L.M.A. / Academy of Language & Music Arts

Here comes September: let's share some sweet music and language together at A.L.M.A. / Academy of Language & Music Arts!

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08/21/2026

ALMA is LOOKING FOR MUSIC & LANGUAGE TEACHERS!

A.L.M.A. / Academy of Language & Music Arts
Orinda, California
Dr. James Fiatarone, Director

The new school year is starting off very well, and so
ALMA / Academy of Language & Music Arts
Is currently looking for additional assistance with its teaching/tutoring programs!

Job Description:
Teacher/tutor of private one-to-one lessons in one or more of the following
areas:
1) Guitar; 2) Piano; 3) drums; 4) strings (violin/cello, ecc.);

also languages (Spanish, French, German, Asian Languages)

Lessons to take place at ALMA / Academy of Language & Music Arts, Orinda, CA;

Times and schedule TBA; part-time position;

Students range from young children to adults, generally beginning through intermediate levels;

Beginning salary: TBA per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, etc.

Previous teaching experience not required, but helpful;

We are looking for people who love music and want to share this passion with others!

For further information, or to apply, please contact:
ALMA / Academy of Language & Music Arts
Dr. James Fiatarone, Director
99 Brookwood Rd. Orinda, CA 94563
925-254-5056; 925-254-5053
[email protected]

“Everything you need in language and music, since 1994”

Copyright © 1994, 2025, 2026 Dr. James Fiatarone

08/21/2026

THIS IS THE CREED OF SAVE-A-BABY,
AND OF ALL WHO ARE TRULY PRO-LIFE:

“ If life comes from God, then it is sacred:

If life is sacred, then it is to be revered, honored and protected in all circumstances, good and bad;

If it is to be revered and protected, it does not matter whether the life we protect is big or small, young or old, born or yet to be born, healthy or weak, lived well or lived poorly;

If we are truly pro life, we must be consistent. We cannot be relative and oscillating in this ethic according to our own prejudices, needs, external circumstances, social, political, or financial considerations…

The One who created life will be the One to judge each life, to reward or punish it in the final analysis, for the way it has been lived, and for the way it has treated others;

Our supreme task, as fellow human beings, is to strive in every way possible, and in every moment possible, to cherish human life, to nourish and protect, to guide, to improve and to enhance the quality and the worldly circumstances of this ever and all-precious gift from God, this masterpiece made in His image and likeness, this highest and most sacred part of His Creation…”

Dr. James Fiatarone, Director,
SAVE-A-BABY Foundation;
Director, A.L.M.A. / Academy Of Language, Music & Arts

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08/21/2026

THIS IS THE CREED OF SAVE-A-BABY,
OF A.L.M.A. / ACADEMY OF LANGUAGE & MUSIC ARTS,
AND OF ALL WHO ARE TRULY PRO-LIFE:

“ If life comes from God, then it is sacred:

If life is sacred, then it is to be revered, honored and protected in all circumstances, good and bad;

If it is to be revered and protected, it does not matter whether the life we protect is big or small, young or old, born or yet to be born, healthy or weak, lived well or lived poorly;

If we are truly pro life, we must be consistent. We cannot be relative and oscillating in this ethic according to our own prejudices, needs, external circumstances, social, political, or financial considerations…

The One who created life will be the One to judge each life, to reward or punish it in the final analysis, for the way it has been lived, and for the way it has treated others;

Our supreme task, as fellow human beings, is to strive in every way possible, and in every moment possible, to cherish human life, to nourish and protect, to guide, to improve and to enhance the quality and the worldly circumstances of this ever and all-precious gift from God, this masterpiece made in His image and likeness, this highest and most sacred part of His Creation…”

Dr. James Fiatarone, Director,
SAVE-A-BABY Foundation;
Director,
A.L.M.A. / Academy Of Language, Music & Arts

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08/02/2026

🎶SUMMER TIME SPECIAL!!
20% off any purchase! 🎶
Come see or call/message us soon!
(lessons excluded)

925-254-5056
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07/14/2026

Here's a bit of birthday philosophy for myself and for others!

Wisdom and Age

To find the truth, become a sage,
May only come with time and age:
We seek success, or fame and glory,
But finally come to know His story;
Then with God’s grace, we realize
True happiness in His Love lies…

Copyright (c) 2024 James J. Fiatarone

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06/30/2026

Happy 4th of July to You!

Happy Fourth of July,
“Life and Liberty” our cry:
We are all “created equal”,
“Brotherhood” till we die!

(to be sung to the melody of
“Happy Birthday to You”)

New lyrics Copyright © 2026 James J. Fiatarone

06/14/2026

Thank you, Mamma Bocelli, for bringing such a beautiful voice into the world!
Dr. James Fiatarone, Director,
ALMA / Academy of Language & Music Arts;
Director, SAVE-A-BABY Foundation
https://www.facebook.com/100057352972569/posts/1534238841831200/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

Andrea Bocelli, a Catholic and Italian tenor, who performed the official anthem at the opening of the FIFA World Cup 2026, was once a baby doctors advised should be aborted.

When Bocelli's mother was pregnant with him, doctors warned that her baby would be born with a congenital condition that could lead to blindness and recommended an abortion. However, she refused and chose to give birth to her son.

Bocelli was born with congenital glaucoma and later lost his sight completely at the age of 12 following a head injury during a soccer game. Despite this profound challenge, he went on to become one of the world's most celebrated and influential singers, inspiring millions through his music and testimony to the dignity and value of every human life.

06/07/2026

Bravissime! You know, and are living in word and by example, what true religion is and what true spirituality means:
you remind us that the greatest way to worship God is to love and help all our neighbors, including those like us as well as those of different background, culture and history, because they are all our fellow brothers and sisters in God’s creation.

Dr. James Fiatarone, Director,
SAVE-A-BABY Foundation;
Director, ALMA / Academy of Language & Music Arts

https://www.facebook.com/100057352972569/posts/1528020295786388/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

05/28/2026

Ghazal, you are the voice of those who have no voice, the life of those who have lost their lives, and the hope of those who live in desperation, waiting for the day of their liberation...
May we and the rest of the world join with you in your noble quest to break the silence, to shake off the indifference, and may the true God bless your effort: Khodahafez!
Dr. James Fiatarone, Director, SAVE-A-BABY Foundation

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