Announcements for 2022!
Piano Studio B is moving!
I'm thrilled to announce some big changes for 2022! I will be relocating to a larger space that will better serve us. The new address is: 877 Island Ave Unit 504, San Diego, CA 92101.
All lessons scheduled after December 20th will be at this new location.
With this new location, I will have a dedicated parking spot for students as well! We can discuss how to set this up at your next lesson.
Collaborative Piano
Sometimes being a pianist can be isolating, and working with singers will be a fun way to acquire valuable musical skills. For intermediate and advanced students who elect to do so, you will have the opportunity to partner up with a singer and prepare pieces for recitals and studio classes. Making music with others is immeasurably valuable and a lot of fun. We will be partnering up with students from the Leslie Leytham Voice Studio to further your musical growth! Let me know if you are interested in learning how to collaborate!
Recordings
Piano Studio B now has a well-equipped recording set-up, and is developing a workflow to get high quality video and audio recordings to students. While some events will be automatically recorded (such as studio class and recitals), recordings for your individual needs can be scheduled at a reasonable rate. I'm not a professional audio engineer so rates will be a below-market rate for time spent. (For very advanced students who need professional level recordings, I will be happy to coordinate a session.)
Studio Classes
Some studio classes will be focused on performances, and some will welcome guest artists who will give masterclasses. Classes will be smaller, and will be valuable for students to hear their peers, and from the feedback provided by myself and guest artists. Due to extra preparation and time required to edit video, compensate guest artists, etc. classes will be considered a lesson for participants moving forward. Please check the calendar of events at the bottom of this page for dates! (Those unable to make scheduled studio classes can still have a regular lesson the week leading up.)
PRACTICE SESSIONS!
Sometimes it can be hard to practice - you are not alone and it is perfectly normal. Whether you're a beginner or a busy professional it can help to have an accountability coach to jumpstart a practice session as a supplement to regular lessons. It's as simple as scheduling a Zoom meeting to check in with a coach, and either myself or an encouraging teaching assistant will help jumpstart your at-home practice session.
This can be a short-term intervention to get students back on track if practicing has been feeling lackluster, or for a beginner who needs help developing a habit for practicing. For students who might benefit from the structure and accountability this can also be a long-term solution.
I'm happy to offer three sessions for free, then each session will be $15 thereafter purchased in packages of 5, 10, or 20.
REFERRALS
Although Piano Studio B currently has a lengthy waitlist for prospective students, I will always prioritize referrals from existing students! I'm happy to extend two free lessons for any referral who signs up.
STUDENT PERFORMANCE DATES
Please jot down these dates in your calendar for the upcoming year! There are more events in the works, so stay tuned.
Studio Class (@ Piano Studio B, Downtown SD)
- Saturday, February 5th (time TBD) - followed by Studio Party!
Studio Class (@ The Kallens, Scripps Ranch)
- Saturday, May 7th (time TBD) - mandatory for those participating in the following May recital.
- Special Guest: Chetan Tierra, pianist and composer (https://www.chetantierra.com)
San Diego Piano Academy RECITAL (@ Greene Music, 7480 Miramar Road, San Diego CA 92126)
- Friday, May 20th 6-8pm - Advanced Recital
- Saturday, May 21st 2-6pm - Beginner/Intermediate Recitals
Studio Class (@ Piano Studio B, Downtown SD)
- Saturday, July 10th (time TBD)
Studio Class (Location TBD)
- Saturday, October 29th (time TBD) - mandatory for those participating in the following November recital.
San Diego Piano Academy RECITAL (@ Greene Music)
- Friday, November 11th 6-8pm - Advanced Recital
- Sunday, November 13th 12-5pm - Beginner/Intermediate Recitals