Piano Lesson Details

Program. Shirley teaches a full range of piano musicianship including: repertoire, technique, sight reading, ear training and music theory. Students are exposed to a wide variety of music, everything from classical to jazz to pop.

Piano Workshop. Learning to memorize pieces and perform in front of an audience are fundamental parts of playing piano. In order to develop these skills in her students, Shirley organizes a piano workshop at the end of each month. Students memorize a piece and perform in front of a supportive audience comprised of other students and a handful of parents. As students grow accustom to performing for an audience, they gain confidence in their skills as a musician.

Shirley and her students at a recent annual recital

Annual Summer Recital. Once a year, in June, Shirley organizes a piano recital. Students prepare a more substantial piece that highlights the advancements they’ve made over the course of the year. All of Shirley’s students perform. The sense of accomplishment created by performing a more challenging piece in front of a larger audience in a more formal setting is significant. Upon completing recital, students are awarded with a Certificate of Achievement.

Annual Christmas Recital. Each year near Christmas, Shirley arranges a popular recital at a local retirement facility. The students have a great time learning and performing popular Christmas songs for a highly appreciative audience.

Computer Labs. Students today have the benefit of great music software that teaches numerous aspects of music theory, sight reading and ear training. Shirley maintains a wide array of educational software and ensures each of her students has the opportunity to spend time using the software each week.

Theory Medals. Each year students have the opportunity to earn a medal for outstanding achievement in music theory.

Certificate of Merit. Students have the option of pursuing the Certificate of Merit program.

Group Lessons. Special group lessons are available for children 4 1/2 to 6 years of age.