Practice Duration
The initial duration of practice per student varies depending on many factors. The initial recommended length of time for practice will be discussed between student, parents, and teacher. It might be determined, for example, that a 5 year old needs to practice 10 - 15 minutes, while a young beginner might need to spend 20 minutes practicing. As the student progresses, the practice time should expand to 30-45 minutes per day for 5 to 6 days per week. When the student is preparing for a recital, more practice time might be needed. Don't forget though, in addition to practice, simply playing favorite songs at the piano is fun. It's not all work and no play!!
Expectations
Student:
Parents:
Teacher:
Piano Events
One recital will be held each year. Adult students are not expected to participate in recitals, but are invited. All other students are expected to perform. The only exception is for new students, who have a choice to perform during their first recital period. Occasionally the recital will be in lieu of the participant's lesson for the following week. If not in the recital, the student will have their regular lesson during that week.
The dates and times of the performance classes and recitals will be announced several weeks in advance by a separate notice. This will typically be by email. Recitals and classes are held at an offsite location to be announced at the time. Performance classes are for students. However, family can attend, if desired. Recitals are for family and friends you wish to invite.
Holiday Lessons
There will not be lessons during the following holidays:
Summer Lessons
The skills and attitude developed in playing the piano is truly an educational as well as an entertainment opportunity, building a foundation for success in all aspects of life. As with most successful endeavors, consistency and repetition are fundamental ingredients. For that reason, piano is offered and encouraged as a year-round activity.
Success in Sharing
Each student's program is individually designed for his or her specific passions and skill level desired. The mystery and magic of music will come alive with dedication and consistency. An ongoing sharing of concerns and interest is encouraged towards the creation of a wonderful, educational, rewarding and productive experience.
I look forward to continued work with each student, assisting them to excel in each special area of interest and talents.
The initial duration of practice per student varies depending on many factors. The initial recommended length of time for practice will be discussed between student, parents, and teacher. It might be determined, for example, that a 5 year old needs to practice 10 - 15 minutes, while a young beginner might need to spend 20 minutes practicing. As the student progresses, the practice time should expand to 30-45 minutes per day for 5 to 6 days per week. When the student is preparing for a recital, more practice time might be needed. Don't forget though, in addition to practice, simply playing favorite songs at the piano is fun. It's not all work and no play!!
Expectations
Student:
- Students are to practice each week in preparation for their lesson. Read lesson notes to remember what and how to practice each piece. Complete any required homework for lesson time. You are learning about music, theory, and how to play the piano. There is a lot to learn.
- Bring all lesson and current work books to the studio and any others suggested by the teacher. It helps to have a special music bag to carry materials.
- Participate in performance class/rehearsals and recitals where required. Be prepared to the best of your ability. Memorize when possible.
- Keep up communication with teacher with regards to needs, expectations, necessary lesson adjustments or any other concerns.
Parents:
- Encourage and help student establish a good practice time per agreement: i.e. 30 minutes per day for 5 days per week.
- Help support students that need assistance with homework, especially young beginners.
- Have students arrive to lessons on a timely basis.
- Keep up communication with teacher with regards to needs, expectations, necessary lesson adjustments or any other concerns.
Teacher:
- Be prepared to teach each student per required schedule.
- Continually access student needs, progression, special areas of concentration plus unique areas of interest and abilities.
- Help student reach his/her fullest potential.
- Keep up communication with student and parents in all pertinent areas about the student.
- Schedule performance class/rehearsals and recitals.
Piano Events
One recital will be held each year. Adult students are not expected to participate in recitals, but are invited. All other students are expected to perform. The only exception is for new students, who have a choice to perform during their first recital period. Occasionally the recital will be in lieu of the participant's lesson for the following week. If not in the recital, the student will have their regular lesson during that week.
The dates and times of the performance classes and recitals will be announced several weeks in advance by a separate notice. This will typically be by email. Recitals and classes are held at an offsite location to be announced at the time. Performance classes are for students. However, family can attend, if desired. Recitals are for family and friends you wish to invite.
Holiday Lessons
There will not be lessons during the following holidays:
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas and New Year's Break
Summer Lessons
The skills and attitude developed in playing the piano is truly an educational as well as an entertainment opportunity, building a foundation for success in all aspects of life. As with most successful endeavors, consistency and repetition are fundamental ingredients. For that reason, piano is offered and encouraged as a year-round activity.
Success in Sharing
Each student's program is individually designed for his or her specific passions and skill level desired. The mystery and magic of music will come alive with dedication and consistency. An ongoing sharing of concerns and interest is encouraged towards the creation of a wonderful, educational, rewarding and productive experience.
I look forward to continued work with each student, assisting them to excel in each special area of interest and talents.