Program Description
Students receive 29 weekly lessons (online and/or face-to-face) and 26 musicianship classes (45 minutes, online) each year.* Private lessons can be either 30 or 45 minutes, depending upon the child’s age and needs. Students participate in formal performances including one recital per semester, CMTA Achievement Day, and Royal Conservatory Exams (if appropriate). All classes and events are included in the tuition cost, making this a high-value lesson package.
*Private lessons may be taken face-to-face or online, dependent upon the parent’s choice and the teacher’s availability. Until further notice, repertoire classes and recitals will be in an online format. To make an informed decision on format, see our policies for complete information on COVID-19 precautions and the required waiver and release forms.
Cost with 30-Minute Lessons: 2 payments of $486 or 6 payments of $162.
Cost with 45-Minute Lessons: 2 payments of $561 or 6 payments of $187.
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Eligibility
Students in 1st or 2nd 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 8 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
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Musicianship and Repertoire Classes |
Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. |
Method Book Levels 1-2 |
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 serve, basis.
Class Content
Musicianship and Repertoire classes occur weekly for 45 minutes, with 26 classes per academic year. These online 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.