Our Amazing Program
A Method that Solves the Practice Problem and Speeds Progress
The Infamous Practice Problem
I taught traditional piano lessons for many years. I'm well acquainted with its shortcomings. In traditional lessons, most students get 30 minutes to go over the previous week's assignment and other things like theory and scales. The teachers introduce new concepts and new songs. They then send the student home to learn the songs on their own.
Traditional lessons typically require 30 minutes of daily practice at home to learn their songs. At the next lesson, however, students often report that they didn't practice, or that they had trouble with the song, or they will have learned their songs wrong and must redo it the following week. That type of home practice can be a major source of frustration for both students and parents.
The Solution
Our students learn their songs at their lesson with me, not at home. In addition, they get 60 minutes, allowing them to complete their songs. They learn it right the first time. They are also taught how to practice, how to self-direct their learning, and how to self-evaluate their playing. As they progress, they can confidently manage more of their learning on their own.
In addition, this method breaks down concepts into manageable elements, so learning feels easy. For example, in traditional piano lessons, many teachers teach rhythm by giving a dissertation on fractions. At our studio, students are simply told to give quarter notes one count, half notes two counts, etc. The students will learn the theory behind this and absorb it along the way. In the meantime, they are playing music.
Home Practice Is Easy!
When my students leave their lessons, their songs are finished. At home, they simply play through their new songs. So much easier! No more frustration. Parents and students LOVE this program!
Faster Progress
Another great benefit is that students naturally progress faster through their books. Kids love passing off songs and advancing to new books (and this is the best motivation).
Other Benefits:
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Improved sight-reading. This important skill helps students learn music quickly.
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Students gain confidence in their learning skills. By learning practice techniques, self-direction, and self-evaluation, students become independent learners.
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Social. While all lessons are one-on-one, the setup and lesson format offer opportunities to meet other students and make friends.