Melody Sons Music Room

GENERAL QUESTIONS

1. How much are the lesson fees?

Below are the lesson fees for in-studio lessons:

PIANO

FOUR 30 MINUTES/mo : $150
FOUR 45 MINUTES/mo : $220
FOUR 60 MINUTES/mo : $280

UKULELE

FOUR 30 MINUTES/mo : $120

VOICE lesson is currently not available.

REGISTRATION FEE

$100 - Per School Year
($90 for sibling)

* The registration fee guarantees you a place at the beginning of the term/school year. It helps to deflect expenses for preparing to teach your child (incentives, development of programs, supplies, and more) for the entire school year.

*A customized practice journal, supplementary music sheets

and a tote bag is provided.

B O N U S !

Melody Sons Music Room holds Play Dates and Joint lessons to students under age 15 who are taking private lessons. This is an optional bonus for the parents.

Here we gather to sing, play other instruments, music theory lessons, fun music games, arts and crafts, and perform pieces for each other.

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
Siblings 2nd & 3rd 10%
Military family 10%
Only one discount can be applied.

2. What services does Melody Sons Music Room offer, and what makes it stand out from the competition?

Melody Sons Music Room offers individual private lessons to students of all ages. Recitals, music play dates, and duets are a few of the highlights everyone look forward to. Since every student is unique and individuals rely on different learning styles, Mrs. Melody offers a teaching method that is adjusted to fit the needs and desires of the student, characterizing a plan based on their strengths, weaknesses, and music goals. With Mrs. Melody's over 30 years of experience in music and arts, her genuine enthusiasm for music and adaptive teaching method helps students develop and reach their individual musical goals among others.

3. What method do you follow to ensure students advancement?

Mrs. Melody sees a lot of benefits in following an established method. She uses Faber’s Piano Adventures, Bastien, Alfred’s, Edna Mae’s Step by Step, and John Thompson to name a few. For exercises and techniques - A Dozen a Day, Finger Power and Hanon. She adapts them according to the students, as they are not all the same or have the same challenges. In her opinion, using a method provides structure, gives a sense of purpose to the students. They feel accomplished when they are over a unit or a whole book. It also provides clarity for parents. For method books she finds a bit slow, she follows her own pattern and introduces a few concepts and skills for those students who are ready. She also introduces pieces that the student would like to learn or “challenge” performance pieces.

4. What is the requirement for practicing? How much practice is enough?

For fast progress, students are required to practice daily for a minimum of 15-30 minutes. For children as young as 5, we encourage a once-daily 5-minute practice for a start. Children love to play. Any homework or anything that becomes hard has an immediate battling effect on them. But as soon as they get the hang of playing and practicing regularly, the practice time can be extended to 10-minutes or more. Most students find it helpful to practice at the same time every day. Consistency and quality are essential when practicing. As the saying goes, "practice does not only makes perfect, it makes permanent."

5. Are books provided?

Books are not provided. They have to be purchased online or at a local store. However, a customized practice journal, supplementary pieces and a tote bag are provided upon registration.

6. What events and opportunities does Melody Sons Music Room provide for students?

Several exciting and fun events are scheduled for students and parents each year. Composition and improvisation are being taught and performed, especially during Valentines, Mother and Father's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Mrs. Melody hosts a formal recital twice a year. It is one of the highlights that gives an excellent opportunity for students to showcase the musical skills they have developed over a period of time.

7. What do others love most about Melody Sons Music Room?

"Melody is very good with kids," quoted by a parent. She enjoys seeing her students grow in music, build their confidence, and be encouraged to perform in front of family and friends.

8. What is the best reaction Melody Sons Music Room ever received from a customer?

Mrs. Melody received a card from one of her students, and this is just one amongst many. The student wrote, "Thank you for helping me grow as an artist. Thank you for allowing me to experience real performance. Thank you for being my teacher. Thank you for being my friend".

9. Are weekend lessons available?

Weekend lessons are not available.

10. Should I take lessons during the summer?

Yes. Taking lessons during either part or the whole summer is highly recommended. Continuing lessons significantly help in retaining the skills the student has developed.