Why it’s so effective:

At the cost of a traditional 1/2 hour lesson, you are paying for a full one-hour lesson. This structure allows for up to 4 students to be taught at the same time. I have 3-4 keyboards that are used independently so that individualized, yet cohesive teaching takes place in a variety of ways.

20-Minute focused LessoN and technique

Specific music sections that have been previously practiced and mastered are reviewed as well as new technique and repertoire introduced with specific practice ideas for the upcoming week. Lessons can be tailored specifically to meet the student’s individual skills and needs.

20-Minute Guided Practice and Review

This is a time where skills are reinforced with new and creative technique practices. These skills will enhance their music playing and they will start their practicing week with confidence and understanding of what is expected. This can include work on rhythm, working on fingering techniques, or practicing sight reading skills at a keyboard

20-Minutes Technology or Game Time

This may vary from week to week, but they will work on a variety of iPad apps with headphones that will allow for another way to learn and hone their skill set. On various weeks, games are introduced to reinforce skills and develop friendships within the group.

Why group lessons:

This structure has proven to be both engaging and beneficial to the musician.  It taps into all types of learners as they hear music, play along with their favorite tunes, play on a keyboard, and interact with technology to reinforce skills they are learning at their lesson. The best part? There is time to play skill-building games with their friends. The lesson variation helps the musician to have a “change of scenery” and not lose the focus of learning. There is also a sense of camaraderie and support as they work together, listen to one another, and encourage progress amongst each other.