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Elementary Artist Piano Study

Elementary Artist is our most comprehensive program designed for elementary pianists who have completed their first year of study. Pianists improve their technique, performance, theory, listening, and creative skills through weekly lessons and classes.

Program Description

29 weekly 30 or 45-minute private lessons and 25 musicianship classes (45 minutes)

Two recitals, one festival, one RCM exam (optional)

 In this program, students continue to develop fundamental skills established in prior study. Students receive many performance opportunities, including one recital per semester, CMTA Achievement Day, and Royal Conservatory Exams (at an additional cost). Private lessons can be either 30 or 45 minutes, depending upon the child’s age and needs. 

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Eligibility

Students in 1st through 4th grade who are using or nearing a method series book 1-2 (or 2A-2B) are ideal for the Elementary Artist program. Students with prior study may transfer into the program, pending an interview to ensure correct placement. Class size is limited to eight or fewer children. Enrollment is for the duration of the academic year, September through early May.

Student piano requirement: Acoustic piano (preferred) or 88-key digital piano with stand and bench
Practice requirement: 30 minutes a day, five days a week

Enrollment and Weekly Schedules

Musicianship and Repertoire Classes

Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.

Level Prep A-B (Method Book 1-2A)

Musicianship and Repertoire Classes

Thursdays at 4:30 p.m.

Level Prep B-1 (Method Book 2A-3B)

Private lessons are scheduled in consultation with the private teacher. Lessons can be scheduled before or after the class, or on an alternate day of the week. Classes will be enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Class Content

Musicianship and Repertoire classes occur weekly for 45 minutes, with 25 classes per academic year. These classes use fun, peer-based approaches to learning fundamentals, including theory, ear training, and music reading. Students perform pieces and make music regularly with their piano classmates. An extra repertoire class is provided in late May for students who are enrolled in Royal Conservatory Exams.

Tuition and Payment Options for the Academic Year

Cost for 30-minute program: six payments of $178.50 or two payments of $535. 

Cost for 45-minute program: six payments of $208.5 or two payments of $625.

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