Business, Music, Wellness and Worship Center
16515 US Hwy. 11
Springville, Alabama 35146
334-546-7216
In 1982, I opened my first Music Studio in my home. I taught in various places over the years until I landed in Rainbow City,
Alabama where I had a large Music School Arts Center. There I trained many Choirs, some of which had the privilege to perform
at Carnegie Hall. I had 25 Students who were honored to attend College on Vocal Scholarships. In 2006, I closed down my
Music School to pursue other endeavors, which I did. I earned a 2nd Masters Degree and went on some wild adventures.
For 15 years, I looked for a Church for my next Home, both for Business and for Living. Our Music School in Rainbow City
had a very large Music Center in the front and living quarters in the back. We loved it! I am a huge fan of the old “Mom
and Pop” stores where their business was downstairs and they lived upstairs. The epitome of convenience!
I have loved the city of Springville since my youth. I fall in love with quaint antique towns as I feel they have a quality
of living that is absent in the bigger cities. We have driven up Hwy. 11 dozens of times over the years. Then, one day, my
husband, Philip, said, “Rita, we just passed an empty Church!” We turned around and when I drove up into
the driveway, I just knew it was mine!
Long story short, we bought this beautiful old Church and remodeled it into exactly what I wanted, preserving the timeless
character of the Sanctuary. We have living quarters in the back, and all aspects of what I need to create an unforgettable
experience for anyone who enters the doors.
The front of the building was remodeled years ago to add a foyer and restrooms, along with creating a brick front. But
the inside has the beautiful warmth of days gone by and many a
Sunday’s Worship Services with our Lord.
It’s almost as if you can “feel” that Great Cloud of Witnesses smiling down.
We have added an elegant Victorian Tea Room and a very comfy Coffee Lounge. We have a fertile garden area on the west
side where I work feverishly every spring. There is a piano waterfalll, fire pit and tons of beautiful flowers for a very
lovely outside event…..
Along with two outside lounge areas.
We have a ginormous Red Oak overlooking our 36-foot Concrete Dinner-on-the-Ground Table, where I can almost see it spread
full with Church Casseroles, children running around playing and swinging on our huge tree swing, a circle of musicians pickin’
and sangin,’ and the ladies buzzing all around with the food.
We hope that you will make “Allen Hall” a vital part of your life in the future. We are so happy to
be here. ~ Rita
Allen Hall Rental Fee is $700 per day, 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. No Clean up.
We provide Coffee, Tea and Water. We do not provide any Food.
Many extras are available for events (for an extra fee), including China, Crystal,
Linens, Entertainment, Recording, Director, Sound Tech, and much more.
Click the links below for Featured Descriptions of Classes and Fees.
Dinner on the Ground Venue under "Big Red"
Allen Hall hosts a variety of venues for 50+
(according to seating arrangements.)
Sweet Rose Victorian Tea Room
The Coffee Lounge (for any Casual gathering)
The Country Chapel Wedding Venue
The Performance Hall
The Meeting Place (for multi-faceted meetings)
The Conference Connection (for Conferences 50+)
The Worship Chapel
Dinner on the Ground Venue
Allen Hall is available for Rental for.....
Business Meetings.....
Conferences.....
Weddings.....
Receptions.....
Bridal Teas.....
Bridal Showers.....
Social Gatherings.....
Recitals.....
Concerts.....
Singings.....
Jam Sessions.....
Private Performances.....
Ladies Teas.....
Ladies Luncheons.....
and "Dinner on the Ground" Socials.
All other Classes, Lessons and Choirs >>>
are FREE to the Public. God has blessed
Rita immensely with a wonderful career in Music, Teaching and Leadership.
This is one of her ways of giving back.
The Following are Events or Classes that will be FREE. There must be at least six registered for the class to make.
After we have six registered, we will decide on a day and time. The Choirs will begin in June if we have at least six
registered.
David's Army will begin April 14.
Click the links below for Featured Descriptions of FREE Classes.
So long as laws shall exist, which create hells in the midst of civilization, So long as men are degraded, women are ruined
and children afraid, So long as there shall be ignorance, poverty and wretchedness on this Earth, stories such as this one
must be told. ~Victor Hugo...Les Miserables
When a man is pushed, tormented, defeated, he has a chance to learn something; he has been put on his wits...he has gained
facts, learned his ignorance, is cured of the insanity of conceit, has got moderation and real skill. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Rita Young Allen Teaching Credentials.....
Master of Science in Management Leadership (Healthcare Administration) from Troy University, Troy, Alabama
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (Counseling, Emergency Management, Public Administration) from Jacksonville State University,
Jacksonville, Alabama
Executive Director & Marketing Director for two National Healthcare Corporations
Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Minor in Music Education from Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, Alabama
Associate of Arts in Vocal Performance, Wallace State College, Hanceville, Alabama
Music School Owner for 24 years
Performed at Carnegie Hall with Private Choirs, 6 years
Church Music Minister, 30+ years
Published Author, "The Sheaf Dreamer"
Columnist, 20+ years
President of Alabama National Speakers Association, 3 years
Public & Private School Teacher, 10 years (Choral & Drama)
Pageantry, Top Ten, National Competition of Ms. Senior America & Alabama State Director
Rita Young Allen, Keynote Speaking Professional / Concert Soloist / Published Author / Bible Teacher / Emcee
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (Concentration in Counseling) from Jacksonville State University.
Master of Science in Management Leadership (Healthcare Administration) from Troy University.
Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Minor in Music, from Jacksonville State University.
Associate of Science in Music Education, Vocal Performance
Snead State College, Gadsden State College, and Wallace State College.
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