SRO believes:
Every child can learn;
Excellence and beauty are worth pursuing for their own sake;
Musical education is a commitment on the level of other educational endeavors;
Communities are enriched when the arts are thriving.
SRO exists to provide:
An excellent musical education taught by accomplished faculty with exceptional program content and superb performance opportunities;
Highly trained SAA-registered instructors who can provide comprehensive instruction for ages 3-18;
An organizational culture of continual self-improvement;
A cooperative learning environment between the parent, teacher and student;
A whole child education which inspires a lifelong love of learning;
A climate of respect and dignity;
A safe and non-competitive environment which creates positive experiences, increases confidence, and builds character.