"It is in our power to educate all the children of the world to become a little better as people, a little happier.” - Shinichi Suzuki
“Music can change the world because it can change people.” - Bono
GOALS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Regular practice is the key to success. The goals and methods for learning the music are given in the lesson, but the real training happens at home. I expect the student to work hard and focus intensely in lessons and in practice time. Assignments to the student are tailored so that the student is motivated and sees the satisfaction of success.
Talented and committed high school students should prepare for university and conservatory auditions, but practicing music benefits everyone. For all students, the learning process is the focus of the lessons. Practicing music has been shown to improve intellectual learning, discipline and creativity as well as other life skills as diverse as public presentations, time management, and physical coordination and body awareness.
THE PARENT’S ROLE:
STUDIO POLICIES:
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“I think I should have no other mortal wants, if I could always have plenty of music. It seems to infuse strength into my limbs and ideas into my brain. Life seems to go on without effort, when I am filled with music. “ - George Elliot
“Music can change the world because it can change people.” - Bono
GOALS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Regular practice is the key to success. The goals and methods for learning the music are given in the lesson, but the real training happens at home. I expect the student to work hard and focus intensely in lessons and in practice time. Assignments to the student are tailored so that the student is motivated and sees the satisfaction of success.
Talented and committed high school students should prepare for university and conservatory auditions, but practicing music benefits everyone. For all students, the learning process is the focus of the lessons. Practicing music has been shown to improve intellectual learning, discipline and creativity as well as other life skills as diverse as public presentations, time management, and physical coordination and body awareness.
THE PARENT’S ROLE:
- support and encourage your child in playing music
- get your child to lessons on time, with instrument and music
- make sure the instrument stays in good playing condition
- provide a space with a music stand where your child can practice
- help schedule practice time and support your child in keeping it
- give any feedback to the teacher that will facilitate learning
- make sure your child hears music; live classical is best!
STUDIO POLICIES:
- Practice should be at least 5 times the length of the lesson in total individual time during the week.
- Length of lesson: Beginners may start with a 30 minutes, otherwise 45 to 60 minutes is appropriate through middle school, and 60 minutes for high school age.
- Payment may be made in advance, at the beginning of the month, or by the lesson. Cash, check and Venmo are accepted.
- Lessons canceled less than 24 hours in advance are charged.
- A student recital will take place in spring.
- The lesson schedule is on a google calendar. It shows available times. Please enter lessons adjacent to another with a name and an email address. Show as absent with a "NO" before the name when you need to miss your regular time. When necessary, reschedule as EARLY as possible so others can use your time. Take advantage of available "NO" times to sign up for make up lessons in advance.
- There will be some lessons that I will need to miss for my performance commitments. I will let you know as early as possible about those conflicts so you can reschedule.
Allergy alert: I have a friendly cat!
“I think I should have no other mortal wants, if I could always have plenty of music. It seems to infuse strength into my limbs and ideas into my brain. Life seems to go on without effort, when I am filled with music. “ - George Elliot