The Lunenburg Academy could soon be transformed into a post-graduate school for music. The town has agreed to a proposal with the Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance. Violist Burt Wathen says they are in need of $4.6-million over the next six months for start-up fees and the program's three-year initiation period. He says the plan is necessary to follow.Wathen says the only hurdle is the money which includes $800,000 for items like six grand pianos, audio/visual studios and a library. He remains optimistic with a pair of national sponsors showing interest in the project. Mayor Laurence Mawhinney says LAMP will cover operating costs, but the town and Lunenburg Academy Foundation will be responsible for the upkeep of the exterior. The program plans to offer 36 students full-scholarships. There will be three eight-week sessions a year. Wathen hopes to start the program in October 2013.
