Victoria's Piano Academy
11270 N. Revere Rd, Mequon, WI

General Lesson Information:

Piano Academy is open to students of all ages and abilities, from beginners who are learning basic concepts in music and piano playing to advanced students who are preparing for competitions and auditions.

Lesson durations offered are 30 minutes, 45 minutes and 1 hour, once or twice a week.  For children that are 5 years old and younger 30 minute lessons are typically recommended.

 

Throughout the academic year the studio offers a number of different performing opportunities through the Wisconsin Music Teachers  Association (WMTA),  and Wisconsin Federation of Music Club (WFMC) student affiliate membership program. The studio also organizes student recitals and other events each academic year. Participation is not mandatory, but is HIGHLY encouraged.

 

Note on practicing:

Practicing at home is an integral part of the piano lessons. 80% of student’s progress on the piano actually depends on student’s availability and ability to practice at home. For this reason it is important that students carefully consider the time and the resources available to them for practicing BEFORE building any expectations regarding reaching a certain goal within a specific time frame. For children who require parental supervision this means that 80% of their progress depends on their parent’s ability to follow, oversee, and encourage them to practice. Thus, the result of piano lessons is actually a product of a team work which includes the student, the teacher, and also the parent. To achieve utmost results all members of the team must do their part. PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!

 

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Teaching Method:

The method of instruction is based on classical music conventions and employs classical piano repertoire. Classically trained students develop highest level of skill and ability on their instrument, and acquire superior knowledge of music in general. Concepts and pieces from different styles of music and periods of music (such as pop, jazz, folk etc.) are also integrated in the method.

The curriculum is customized for each student based on their skill level, age and musical goals. It includes the following subject areas: technique, artistry, repertoire, sight-reading, ear-training, music theory, and music history.  Each subject area is more or less emphasized based on the specific student’s interests and needs, and includes combination of different musical pieces, exercises and approaches.

The teaching method emphasizes on the development of musical expressivity in piano playing by means of acquiring sufficient technical skill. The methods applied to each student’s technique development includes variety of different approaches and are structured to foster creativity and artistry as well as finger agility and strength. The goal is to teach students to approach music as a language, as a tool for self expression, and through consistent practice to provide them with enough technical skill to be able to articulate themselves musically.

Music is a conduit, a unique language, through which human imagination and creativity can be articulated and consequently developed in a way that no other language or method of communication can. By practicing it, and employing imagination and creativity in music making, students develop greater inner self awareness as well as skills in logic and math, promoting self growth on both personal and intellectual levels. As a result students become more articulate in general, as well as distinctive in their piano artistry.