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What We Believe
1. We believe that anyone, regardless of age, handicap or obstacle, can reach their full potential as a violinist, violist or pianist. 2. We believe that our responsibility is to equip and encourage students to be their best. 3. We believe that a musician’s talent will not only benefit him, but will also bless others for many years to come. 4. We believe that musicians benefit greatly from performing “live,” and we’re committed to providing creative and memorable opportunities. |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Our teachers understand that every student is an individual, with personal musical needs and goals. We make it a priority to tailor how we teach and what we teach to your individual needs.
If you enroll here for lessons, your teacher will ask you about your favorite type of music, and set goals to help accomplish whatever musical aspirations you have for yourself or your child. Together, you will develop a plan to achieve your goals! We love beginners, so even if you don't know where to begin, we can help!
WHAT STYLES OF MUSIC CAN I LEARN?
We teach all styles from classical, folk, sacred, Celtic, country, fiddle and ethnic. We combine the important fundamentals with the music YOU want to play.
ARE YOUR INSTRUCTORS QUALIFIED?
Our instructors are highly qualified, all have teaching experience, and most importantly, they have a passion for teaching. Being a musician doesn't automatically make you a teacher--that's why we search for those who are best qualified for mentoring our music students!
We search for the top teachers, who embody the high values at Fleming Academy of Performing Arts. Most importantly, our instructors strive to relate their teaching to each individual student's learning style. Many of our instructors have gone on performance tours in America, Europe & Asia and have years of professional performance and teaching experience. In addition to their teaching credentials, our teachers have warm personalities, are extremely friendly, and strive to get to know each student and their parent on a personal level. We search high and low for the BEST teachers, so you don't have to!
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO LEARN AN INSTRUMENT?
There is no set answer of how long it takes to learn an instrument. With regular practice a basic level of playing can be accomplished in a few months. Most of our students take lessons on a long term basis because they want to be constantly improving and they find the lessons enjoyable.
I DON’T HAVE ANY MUSICAL BACKGROUND OR ABILITY. CAN I STILL HELP MY CHILD PRACTICE?
Yes. Even if you don't have a musical background you can ask the teacher for advice on how to help your child practice. By taking notes during the lesson and making sure that they are doing their exercises and songs a certain number of times per day the student will progress. Parents will sit in on their child's music lesson, until the age of 11, to learn how best to assist their child how the student should be positioning their hands. Generally, the parent steps out of the lessons when the student turns 12 years old, to provide them some autonomy. After that, parents then come to lessons for the first five minutes of each lesson to receive instruction from the teacher. Then they may sit in the waiting room where they can both listen to the lesson and enjoy a relaxed comfortable atmosphere.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Our teachers understand that every student is an individual, with personal musical needs and goals. We make it a priority to tailor how we teach and what we teach to your individual needs.
If you enroll here for lessons, your teacher will ask you about your favorite type of music, and set goals to help accomplish whatever musical aspirations you have for yourself or your child. Together, you will develop a plan to achieve your goals! We love beginners, so even if you don't know where to begin, we can help!
WHAT STYLES OF MUSIC CAN I LEARN?
We teach all styles from classical, folk, sacred, Celtic, country, fiddle and ethnic. We combine the important fundamentals with the music YOU want to play.
ARE YOUR INSTRUCTORS QUALIFIED?
Our instructors are highly qualified, all have teaching experience, and most importantly, they have a passion for teaching. Being a musician doesn't automatically make you a teacher--that's why we search for those who are best qualified for mentoring our music students!
We search for the top teachers, who embody the high values at Fleming Academy of Performing Arts. Most importantly, our instructors strive to relate their teaching to each individual student's learning style. Many of our instructors have gone on performance tours in America, Europe & Asia and have years of professional performance and teaching experience. In addition to their teaching credentials, our teachers have warm personalities, are extremely friendly, and strive to get to know each student and their parent on a personal level. We search high and low for the BEST teachers, so you don't have to!
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO LEARN AN INSTRUMENT?
There is no set answer of how long it takes to learn an instrument. With regular practice a basic level of playing can be accomplished in a few months. Most of our students take lessons on a long term basis because they want to be constantly improving and they find the lessons enjoyable.
I DON’T HAVE ANY MUSICAL BACKGROUND OR ABILITY. CAN I STILL HELP MY CHILD PRACTICE?
Yes. Even if you don't have a musical background you can ask the teacher for advice on how to help your child practice. By taking notes during the lesson and making sure that they are doing their exercises and songs a certain number of times per day the student will progress. Parents will sit in on their child's music lesson, until the age of 11, to learn how best to assist their child how the student should be positioning their hands. Generally, the parent steps out of the lessons when the student turns 12 years old, to provide them some autonomy. After that, parents then come to lessons for the first five minutes of each lesson to receive instruction from the teacher. Then they may sit in the waiting room where they can both listen to the lesson and enjoy a relaxed comfortable atmosphere.
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PIANO LESSONS
Our piano teachers teach a variety of styles from classical to popular music. Whether you want to learn a classical sonatina, rock chords, or popular sheet music, our teachers are happy to help you become the pianist you want to be. Our piano faculty will show you the fundamentals of sight reading, technique and theory, but they will also incorporate your favorite songs into your lessons. Our piano teachers have warm personalities and enjoy sharing their love for the piano with you. It is ideal if you do have a piano at home, but you can start lessons with our piano teachers by using an electric keyboard to practice on. We recommend a keyboard that has regular sized keys and a touch sensitive response. A touch sensitive keyboard means if you press a key harder it will play louder and if you press a key softer it will play quieter. VIOLIN and VIOLA LESSONS
Our string instructors will teach all styles of music, from learning to play by ear to reading music. If you want to play classical music or the fiddle, we have a teacher for you. Students can be as young as 3 years old! Our students love learning the fundamentals, as well as incorporating your favorite songs into their lessons. Our violin teachers have friendly personalities and love working with children and teens and adults! |
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