A Variety of Programs to Meet Student's Individual Needs
Little Prodigy Program
This program is specifically designed for the very young child, generally between ages four and five. Very young students have special needs. Even if they have shown or expressed interest in piano study, their attention span is very short. There are a host of different, very brief activities, all of which contribute to musical playing, that they can master as they slowly extend their ability to remain on task. Very bright students will quickly expand their focus to one half hour and the truly gifted will be focused for an hour or more by age five!
This program is specifically designed for the very young child, generally between ages four and five. Very young students have special needs. Even if they have shown or expressed interest in piano study, their attention span is very short. There are a host of different, very brief activities, all of which contribute to musical playing, that they can master as they slowly extend their ability to remain on task. Very bright students will quickly expand their focus to one half hour and the truly gifted will be focused for an hour or more by age five!
Recreational Piano
Presenting a different, broader program for students wanting to explore the piano and, whose musical interests may not be served by conventional "classical" programs. While learning the basics of note reading, rhythm, etc., students explore many contemporary sounds and styles. Many families who have purchased electronic keyboards enroll students in this program to evaluate level of interest, commitment, etc. Students will learn a wide variety of contemporary sounds, such as jazz, dance, swing, pop, mood, etc. All the basics will be taught, but because lessons are only 30 minutes, overall progress will be different from other programs. Students may participate in selected year end recitals.
Presenting a different, broader program for students wanting to explore the piano and, whose musical interests may not be served by conventional "classical" programs. While learning the basics of note reading, rhythm, etc., students explore many contemporary sounds and styles. Many families who have purchased electronic keyboards enroll students in this program to evaluate level of interest, commitment, etc. Students will learn a wide variety of contemporary sounds, such as jazz, dance, swing, pop, mood, etc. All the basics will be taught, but because lessons are only 30 minutes, overall progress will be different from other programs. Students may participate in selected year end recitals.
Mainstream Piano Study Program
The Mainstream Program is carefully designed to fulfill the musical needs of most students wishing to learn the piano. Students master the basics of both playing the piano and reading music so they can continue learning and playing throughout their life. Highly motivated students can use this program as a foundation for college entry into music major; others can rest assured they possess the basic skills to have a lifelong enjoyment and skill of music making.
The Mainstream Program is carefully designed to fulfill the musical needs of most students wishing to learn the piano. Students master the basics of both playing the piano and reading music so they can continue learning and playing throughout their life. Highly motivated students can use this program as a foundation for college entry into music major; others can rest assured they possess the basic skills to have a lifelong enjoyment and skill of music making.
Classical Piano Studies - An Accelerated Approach to Mastering the Piano
For a comprehensive, artistically conceived musical education, aimed at committed students looking to quickly master the basics. Students completing the program will be accomplished pianists in every sense of the word. This program uses the basic curriculum, plus carefully selected supplementary material, to speed the student through pianistic basics. Focus is on mastering literature and technique necessary to be an accomplished pianist. Students will master and maintain a repertoire of 10 selections at each level, give studio and concert recitals. Students may attend Master Classes.
For a comprehensive, artistically conceived musical education, aimed at committed students looking to quickly master the basics. Students completing the program will be accomplished pianists in every sense of the word. This program uses the basic curriculum, plus carefully selected supplementary material, to speed the student through pianistic basics. Focus is on mastering literature and technique necessary to be an accomplished pianist. Students will master and maintain a repertoire of 10 selections at each level, give studio and concert recitals. Students may attend Master Classes.
Young Artist Program
Program is available to students by invitation or audition only. Focus is on learning to play using the same musical literature and techniques as the great masters of the 19th and 20th century, thus preparing students for enrolling in top conservatories. Students will master and maintain a repertoire of 12 to 20 selections at each level, give studio and concert recitals. Students will attend Master Classes both in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. The chamber orchestra "Sol Solis Consort" is available to students who wish to perform a piano concerto at this level. Students may attend national and international piano forums. Students must commit to high quality daily practice, eliminate conflicting extra-curricular activities, and families must commit to procuring a high quality piano. Students who believe they might qualify for the Artist program should enroll in the accelerated Classical Studies program. Lessons are one hour or more each week.
Program is available to students by invitation or audition only. Focus is on learning to play using the same musical literature and techniques as the great masters of the 19th and 20th century, thus preparing students for enrolling in top conservatories. Students will master and maintain a repertoire of 12 to 20 selections at each level, give studio and concert recitals. Students will attend Master Classes both in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. The chamber orchestra "Sol Solis Consort" is available to students who wish to perform a piano concerto at this level. Students may attend national and international piano forums. Students must commit to high quality daily practice, eliminate conflicting extra-curricular activities, and families must commit to procuring a high quality piano. Students who believe they might qualify for the Artist program should enroll in the accelerated Classical Studies program. Lessons are one hour or more each week.