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School Calendar
Fall Semester
September 7 to January 30
Spring Semester
January 31 to June 19
Summer Semester
June 20 to September 2
Holidays/Vacations
Thanksgiving Vacation: November 25 to November 28
Winter Vacation: December 24 to January 2
Lessons will be held during all other Holidays and Vacations unless otherwise notified.
Practice Guideline
Practice is essential to obtain the maximum benefit from each lesson. Students are encouraged to establish a regular daily practice time, seven days a week. Parental involvement is particularly critical for young students. Parents should help their children organize daily practice sessions, manage time, and keep practice times positive and free from disruption. The teacher will write the home work assignment for each week in the Piano Practice Booklet that was purchased at the beginning of the semester and will expect each student to finish her/his assignment till the next lesson. At the end of each school year there will be trophy prizes awarded to students who practiced the most. This is designed to encourage children to understand that practicing should be something fun and positive.
Evaluations
During the spring semester students are encouraged to participate in the Musical Achievement Evaluations. At the evaluation each student will receive a written evaluation by a highly qualified about her/his performance. Please see our Calendar for more information.
Recitals
Students are required to perform in at least one recital throughout the school year, in order to perform their pieces. Each student is encouraged to perform in as many student recitals as possible in order to improve her/his performance and polish the pieces that they worked throughout that semester. All students are also eligible to take part in the yearly recitals sponsored by the local organization. Students who are working towards preparing for the competition are especially encouraged to participate in these recitals.
Master classes and Examinations
Students are encouraged to participate in the National Music Certificate Program (NMCP); students do not necessarily have to register for the yearly piano exams, even if they are following the NMCP program. If your child is interested in participating in the NMCP, please let us know. It is a great program that encourages growth and understanding of music and theory.
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