If you have a child that loves music and is interested in discovering the piano, you've come to the right place. Shelley's Piano Studio is the perfect environment for an inquisitive mind to find enjoyment and knowledge about all things music. Through the piano, students will be introduced to the language of music, the technique of the pianist, the history of music, and the creativity of music-making all while engaging in games, technology, private and group study, and practice.
More specifically, music study can be summed up into 2 major categories, reading music and improvisational style, both of which hinge on the study of music theory. Shelley's students enjoy studying both traditional (classical, pop, sacred, etc) music and improvisation using a solid underlying education in music theory. This well-rounded approach is taught and reviewed using:
The goal of Shelley's Piano Studio is to equip students to become life-long lovers of music, to appreciate and enjoy music, and to be music-makers at whatever level they are able for their entire life. That's no small task. It requires a tri-fold bond of cooperation between Teacher-Student-Student:
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Besides the Joy of creating music, studies have shown there are many other benefits that come from studying a musical instrument. Check out these articles on the benefits of Music Lessons:
Sorry, Kids, Piano Lessons Make You Smarter (Forbes)
Kids' Music Lessons Have Lasting Brain Benefits (Live Science)
6 Benefits of Music Lessons (Parents)
Contact Shelley today for more information or to set up a Meet and Greet, Zoom, or phone Consultation.
More specifically, music study can be summed up into 2 major categories, reading music and improvisational style, both of which hinge on the study of music theory. Shelley's students enjoy studying both traditional (classical, pop, sacred, etc) music and improvisation using a solid underlying education in music theory. This well-rounded approach is taught and reviewed using:
- Proven and tested method books and supplementary music with forward momentum
- Apps and technology that engage students
- Appropriate music games to introduce and/or solidify concepts
- Private and group workshops that encourage and inspire
The goal of Shelley's Piano Studio is to equip students to become life-long lovers of music, to appreciate and enjoy music, and to be music-makers at whatever level they are able for their entire life. That's no small task. It requires a tri-fold bond of cooperation between Teacher-Student-Student:
Image Source: https://dixiemontessoriacademy.org/event/parent-teacher-student-conference/
Besides the Joy of creating music, studies have shown there are many other benefits that come from studying a musical instrument. Check out these articles on the benefits of Music Lessons:
Sorry, Kids, Piano Lessons Make You Smarter (Forbes)
Kids' Music Lessons Have Lasting Brain Benefits (Live Science)
6 Benefits of Music Lessons (Parents)
Contact Shelley today for more information or to set up a Meet and Greet, Zoom, or phone Consultation.
