Music Lessons
All instrument lessons include instruction on
Reading Music
Proper instrument techniques
Music theory
Ear training
Improvisation
This happens throughout the course of the students' training. The amount of time spent with each topic depends on the student's interest and ability.
Lessons Offered
Piano
Guitar
Ukulele
Voice
Music Theory
Recitals
Two recital weekends are held each year, one in the Spring and one in the Fall. Performers participate in one day each weekend, whichever works better for their schedule. The next recital weekend is:
Saturday, April 29, 2023 (in person)
The recital on Saturday, April 29, will be in person at The Terraces of Phoenix Assisted Living Facility located at 7550 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020. The recital will start at 2:30pm, performers need to be there by 2pm. A zoom link will be provided for far away family and friends to watch along.
Sunday, April 30, 2023 (online)
The recital on Sunday, April 30, will be online at 2:30pm pacific time. Performers will need to log on at 2:15pm pacific time. The zoom link will be provided to those participating. The link can be shared with any interested family or friends who want to watch along.
Studio Policies and Procedures
Terms and Conditions:
If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please call your assigned teacher at least 24 hours in advance. The full charge of the lesson will remain in effect if you do not give 24 hours notice, unless it is an emergency.
Participation:
Students are expected to practice in between lessons. Practice is necessary to better understand their practice materials, and to advance on their instrument. The amount of practicing required varies from student to student. This will be discussed and determined with their assigned teacher. Recital participation is highly encouraged, but not required.
Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay and observe each lesson, if desired.
Books and Materials:
The teacher will provide the student’s notebooks for reminders of what to practice. All music books and sheet music are the student’s responsibility to purchase. The teacher will provide recommendations of what music and books to purchase. Any illegal method of acquiring music is not condoned or encouraged by this studio.
Testimonials
“Laura is a wonderful piano teacher. My nine year old daughter looks forward to her lessons every week. Laura is kind and patient...she makes the lessons fun. We are very happy that we found Laura!”
“Laura was patient, kind and went above and beyond. Extremely pleased with the lesson.”
“I’m trying to understand rhythm and it takes me a while to understand the message so far She’s a really patient lady. She asks me if I have any question and she recaps so I don’t forget.”
“I couldn’t have asked for a better piano teacher for my 9 year old granddaughter. Laura is such an upbeat, patient teacher who inspires so much enthusiasm. My granddaughter had never had a lesson on the piano or ukulele before and made excellent progress. She was looking out the window 20 minutes before the lesson to see when Laura was arriving!”
“I’m really glad Laura was my very first guitar teacher. I learned a lot of practice exercises and a few cool little fun things. She was patient and helped with my confidence. I recommend her if you are a beginner like me.”
“Aliyah really loved working with Laura and wanted the class to be longer! :) She can’t wait to do more.”
“My daughter is extremely excited about her piano lesson every week. Laura is adaptive and providing the groundwork for finger coordination, reading music, recognizing notes AND making it fun. My daughter loves it!”
“Knowledgeable, professional, personalizing the training to my skill level. I am very happy to have Laura as my teacher.”