Author Archives: Donna
Benefits of Piano Study
Piano study is more than just learning to read music and playing pieces. Piano study can be an important influence on the student, both musically and personally. Benefits include: INSTILLS SELF-DISCIPLINE. Music lessons may be the first adventure the young child … Continue reading
Vocal Cord Action
Vocal cords are set in the larynx (also known as the voice box or ‘Adam’s Apple’). They are tiny folds of skin attached to either side of the windpipe. Think of them as window shutters about the size of rubber … Continue reading
Calm the Nerves
Performing in recitals can be stressful. There are so many musical details to remember……..the notes, dynamics, phrasing and expression. You also want to please your teacher, friends and family. To have a good recital experience, try to focus on the … Continue reading
Spring Recitals
Our Spring Recitals will be held at the Mission Viejo Civic Center at 1:15pm and 2:45pm on Saturday, June 2, 2012. Community service recitals will be held later in 2012. There will be a Halloween Piano Recital and two Christmastime … Continue reading
2012 Music Studio Calendar
2012 MUSIC STUDIO CALENDAR Mon., Jan 2nd, New Year’s Holiday Monday, Feb. 20th, President’s Day Tues-Friday, March 27-30, Studio Closure Mon., May 28, Memorial Day Vacation – 1 week TBA in June, 2012 Tuesday, July 3rd, State Music Education Conference: … Continue reading