STUDIO UPDATES
Important note
MARCH BREAK:
We’re taking one week off in March for spring break! No classes the week of 3/27 - 3/31. This is our first time having a piano spring break!!!
Just keep in mind that though we’re not meeting for classes, the piano challenge is still going on that week.
PRACTICE SESSION:
We have a group practice session on Saturday 3/11. You can jump in at anytime between 9am - 11am and can stay for as short as 15 minutes or 30 minutes. Use the same zoom link we use for classes.
Remember that Practice sessions are a great way for you to ask for help if there are things you need clarification on, and it’s also a chance to meet other students from other parts of the US And the world.
Piano Challenge!
The 6-week "Art of practice" piano challenge will start on Monday 6!
With Intentional, focused and strategic work, my hope is that students understand how to approach their practice times efficiently and effectively.
Let’s get to know VIRIDIANA!
Viridiana!!
Vidi is one of our students from Turlock CA, about 5 hours away from Los Angeles, and she's a part of an organization called CUPS which stands for Center for Urban Performance and Service. She helps a lot of CUPS piano students learn their pieces as well as practice and in turn, it helps keep her playlist alive.
She also has shown some significant improvements in her improvisation and composition skills!
Great job Vidi!
“All of Me”
Let’s get to know VIRIDIANA!
What is your piano goal this year?
"Expand my knowledge on songs I want to learn and not getting distracted when practicing."
Favorite part about piano lessons?
"I love how we start every class with what we're thankful for."
Biggest challenge when practicing? How do you overcome it?
"Always worrying about future tasks instead of focusing on the now."
One thing you love about your piano classmate, Jack and Damaris?
"That Jack learns very quickly and Damaris always shares something about books."
Current favorite song?
"A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri
Favorite song from Simply Music materials?
"On My Way Back"
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Levi!
Wendy!
Mom and Son Piano Duo!
Wendy and Levi are a Mom and Son piano duo who are both so fun during class AND outside of class. They always send their audio recordings every week, and most of them make me laugh! Levi is a ball of joy and thankfulness. Ask him what he’s thankful for and he will name 10 things he’s grateful for...from trees, to cows (because we get milk and steak from them), to his mom, trampolines and everything else he can think of. And Wendy is an amazing mom who is setting such a great example for her son, showing him that it’s never too late to learn any skill! Both of them work very hard and are always sending in their audio assignments! Keep it up Wendy and Levi!
Let’s get to know LEVI!
What is your piano goal this year?
"To play songs that I love."
What do you appreciate the most about your son Levi as your piano classmate?
"He learns things in a faster pace and it challenges me to also learn things at his pace."
Biggest challenge when practicing? How do you overcome it?
"Having lots of distractions from kids our dog and other things to do. I overcome it by showing up to practice and making space for it."
What do you like about learning piano in a group setting?
"Being with my son Levi and watching him progress, have fun and also seeing us as a group progress together. It's very special."
Let’s get to know WENDY!
What is your piano goal this year?
"Getting to know the chords and really getting the song perfect."
What do you appreciate the most about your mom as your piano classmate?
"She's really nice and helps me along my journey."
Biggest challenge when practicing? How do you overcome it?
"Distractions. I block my ears and not let any distractions in."
What do you like about learning piano in a group setting?
"The fact that my mom is there, playing with her and I feel comfortable. I love watching her, it's my favorite."
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Let’s get to know ROBIN!
Robin!
Robin is a mom of 5 kids and 4 of them are in piano!!! But not just in piano.... all her kids are also in dance, sports, and learning other instruments. But even with all the crazy schedule that comes with having 5 kids, the 4 that are in piano classes are always practicing and sending in their homework!
Robin, thank you for doing your part in helping them grow their piano playing skills.
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Let’s get to know ROBIN!
Favorite part about being a mom?
"Watching them grow and change and listen to their giggles, silliness and laughter."
Favorite part about helping the kids with their piano practice?
"Listening to them play, especially when they're singing along. It's very enjoyable, even when they're still learning it."
How has learning piano contributed to the kid's well being as there growing up?
"It has helped all 4 of them with their confidence and sometimes they're even surprised at what they can do."
What do you like to do for fun ("me time")?
"Knitting, reading, anything outdoors like camping and kayaking."
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MARCH BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday
MARCH Celebrants!!!
