Christmas Recital 2014

This year my students prepared Christmas Duets to share.  They learned how to turn pages for each other and a lot about playing in an ensemble.  They also each prepared a piece by J.S. Bach for the Christmas Recital.  

Bach wrote much of his music for church and his music is very difficult to learn and it was rewarding to watch the students as they worked hard to turn the notes into beautiful music. The music of Bach, a Christian who believed that God gave him his talents and music to write, was perfectly paired with the Christmas music.

Solo Recitals!

It has been a joy to see some Solo Recitals from 2 students this semester.  One student, Katelynn is 6 and the other student, Jacob is 8 years old.  Giving a Solo Recital is something any age can prepare and share.  Katelynn prepared about 8-10 pieces to perform from memory and Jacob played for about 30 minutes from memory.

They both gave successful performances and I was very proud of them for their hard work and dedication as well as their desire to share their music with others.
Way to go Katelynn and Jacob!

Superior!!!

All my students received SUPERIOR ratings on their Arizona Study Program Evaluations and Performances!  That's the highest possible!

Below are just some of these talented students.  

Congratulations to you all!!

May Recital 2014

What beautiful music was shared at our May Recital!  The students had prepared so well for their Arizona Study Program evaluation and when the music sounds that good, you just have to share it!

The Residents at the care center loved it!  And I loved hearing all the hard work the students have put in come to fruition in a live performance.  What fun!

Upcoming Events

We have some exciting Piano Events coming up!  Studio Masterclass will be in April-date TBA.

Piano Ensemble Concert: February 1st 7:00pm at Mountain View High School

EVMTNA Piano Competition: March

Prize Performers Recital: April

Studio Masterclass: April

Studio Recital: May

Arizona Study Program: May 16-17