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By the numbers:
Teachers on faculty:
25
Students enrolled:
400
Approximate number of lessons taught each year:
over 17,500
% of students over 21
20
Playing a musical instrument is a thoroughly personal experience that allows you
to share your individuality with others. No one will ever play quite like you. Whether you play in church or in a rock band, alone in your room or in a coliseum, your voice on your instrument is unique.
We want to help you find
and develop that voice.
As lofty as that sounds, it’s really very simple: the more comfortable you are with music in general and your instrument in particular, the easier it is to express yourself musically. That’s why we try to offer a well-rounded program on all the instruments we teach. We don’t just drill students on scales and dry exercises. Of course we cover the technical basics, but there’s so much more: theory and harmony, ear training, elements of style, improvisation, and exposure to a wide range of musical idioms. The program is tailored to the individual, as only private instruction can be. Both teacher and student work to design a course that best suits the student’s pace, background, and interests.
faculty:
Our highly qualified faculty members have a background of thorough musical training, teaching expertise, and professional performance experience. You can find more information about our current faculty on the Faculty Page.
tuition & schedule:
Tuition is based on one half-hour lesson per week. Students choose a permanent lesson day and time that is then reserved for them. Assuming teacher availability, lessons may be available any time the store is open. Please call the store (440)-871-4140 to inquire about available times for your instrument(s).
The fee per lesson is $18.00 ($72.00 or $90.00 per month, depending on the calendar). Each month’s tuition is paid directly to the teacher at the first lesson of the month. There are no tuition refunds for lessons not taken.
recitals:
Student recitals are held throughout the year. Students are highly encouraged to participate in at least one recital each year. There is no additional fee for recitals; however, students requiring an accompanist will need to pay accompanist fees in some situations.
attendance:
Students are expected to attend all lessons. Naturally,there will be times when vacation, illness or transportation problems will unavoidably alter your schedule. If possible, your teacher will try to offer a makeup lesson. Due to the size and complexity of our schedule, makeup lessons are not guaranteed.
waiting lists:
If you are unable to find a convenient, consistent time for your lessons because of your particular scheduling needs, we maintain a waiting list, and can notify you as a time becomes available that will fit into your week. Some instrument programs may have all times filled; we will book students from our waiting lists first as times become available. Check the waiting list page for more information.
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Here are just a few of the recent performances, awards, and professional activities of our faculty members...
Matt Bott (trumpet ) spent time in New York this February as an assistant to jazz trumpet legend Clark Terry.
Kathie Stewart & Deb Roznovsky (flute) along with Rich Pokrywka (trumpet) were again adjudicators for the Lorain County Solo & Ensemble Contest February 2.
Kathie Stewart (flute) has been appearing in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York with Apollo's Fire, the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra and performed with them for holiday concerts in December. She has also been appointed Curator of Harpsichords at Oberlin College.
Paul Samuels, percussion, traveled to Anaheim. CA as an endorser for Bosphorous cymbals at the 2008 NAMM Show. His most recent album, Speak, featuring performances with Greg Osby, Dan Wahl, and percussionist Jamey Haddad, has received attention and favorable reviews from national jazz publications including Jazz Times. Paul has also been appointed a Visitng Lecturer in Jazz Studies at Oberlin College.
Jason Smith, trombone, has been appointed to the adjunct faculty of Cleveland State University.
Cheryl Fitiak, guitar is a featured soloist in Antonio Lauro’s piece “Registraro” on the CD Guitar at Akron sponsored by the University of Akron. She is also playing Bach’s “Invention No. 13” arranged for two guitars along with Kim Fox.
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