Our Philosophy
Ground the basics from the start: We believe that
besides feeling the joy of playing an instrument, learning
the basics properly is a vital part of studying instruments
and for long term musical goals. This includes developing
solid musicianship, proper technique, and good practice
habits from the very beginning. Too often, poor playing
habits and poor technique allow a student to progress with
deceiving speed, but come to haunt them quickly in the
form of hand injury, and an inability to move on to more
challenging literature due to a poor foundation of skills. We
believe in patiently nurturing love for music by using fun
and well chosen pieces of music to teach proper
technique as well as making enjoyable music.
Individualized teaching: We believe that enthusiasm
and commitment are as important as talents in a student.
We value the individualism of our students. The
requirement of beginners and intermediate students are
different from that of advanced students. The age of the
students must be taken into account as well. Each student
is unique, and requires special attention that is tuned to
their needs, interests, and talents.
We believe in applying teaching method appropriate for
each student, and choosing music to students that they
enjoy, whether it's classical music, popular music, or
music students heard from a television show or video
game. We encourage our students to explore music
around them, and create music of their own, and make
music part of their lives. The experience of learning an
instrument can be applied to many aspects of their lives.
Theory is always taught in the context of music studied and
composing.
Improvising: Besides learning how to play by reading
music, playing by ear and improvisation are aspects we
focused on from early on. Improvisation sparks creativity in
a student. It brings the study of piano and guitar to a higher
level.
Ensemble: Students also learns to play duets. Ensemble
playing teaches student how to listen, working with other
players, and to be a better musician.
Performing: Performing in front of a small as well as a
larger audience are an important part of any student's
experience. It provides students with a way of sharing their
music making with their peers, as well as a way of building
confidence and stage presence. We hold studio recitals
two or three times a year, some with families and friends
in attendance and some without, with a holiday theme
when the time is right! The important thing is that the
students must feel comfortable and enjoying the
performing experience.
Ground the basics from the start: We believe that
besides feeling the joy of playing an instrument, learning
the basics properly is a vital part of studying instruments
and for long term musical goals. This includes developing
solid musicianship, proper technique, and good practice
habits from the very beginning. Too often, poor playing
habits and poor technique allow a student to progress with
deceiving speed, but come to haunt them quickly in the
form of hand injury, and an inability to move on to more
challenging literature due to a poor foundation of skills. We
believe in patiently nurturing love for music by using fun
and well chosen pieces of music to teach proper
technique as well as making enjoyable music.
Individualized teaching: We believe that enthusiasm
and commitment are as important as talents in a student.
We value the individualism of our students. The
requirement of beginners and intermediate students are
different from that of advanced students. The age of the
students must be taken into account as well. Each student
is unique, and requires special attention that is tuned to
their needs, interests, and talents.
We believe in applying teaching method appropriate for
each student, and choosing music to students that they
enjoy, whether it's classical music, popular music, or
music students heard from a television show or video
game. We encourage our students to explore music
around them, and create music of their own, and make
music part of their lives. The experience of learning an
instrument can be applied to many aspects of their lives.
Theory is always taught in the context of music studied and
composing.
Improvising: Besides learning how to play by reading
music, playing by ear and improvisation are aspects we
focused on from early on. Improvisation sparks creativity in
a student. It brings the study of piano and guitar to a higher
level.
Ensemble: Students also learns to play duets. Ensemble
playing teaches student how to listen, working with other
players, and to be a better musician.
Performing: Performing in front of a small as well as a
larger audience are an important part of any student's
experience. It provides students with a way of sharing their
music making with their peers, as well as a way of building
confidence and stage presence. We hold studio recitals
two or three times a year, some with families and friends
in attendance and some without, with a holiday theme
when the time is right! The important thing is that the
students must feel comfortable and enjoying the
performing experience.
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