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BA in Music (Piano Emphasis) from Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA
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Teaching in school studios and private studios since 1995
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Member of Music Teachers’ Association of California (mtac.org)
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Teacher & evaluator of the Certificate of Merit program (CM*) of MTAC
*CM is an annual evaluation of students’ progress and is done online.
Students will take the online theory, ear-training, and sight-reading tests and upload their performance recordings of technique and repertoire requirements.
01 Instructor Qualifications
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The class will be on a one-on-one basis.
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Any student can enlist in the class, from beginner to advanced students.
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The curriculum follows the CM syllabus. The CM level system (11 levels from Preparatory to Advanced) will be the guide for measuring a level.
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Areas of study include classical piano literature from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary periods, Technique, Keyboard Theory, Sight-Reading, and Ear Training. Students will study the appropriate content in all areas following the level system.
02 Contents of the Study
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Students will perform in studio recitals in December & May. The recital is counted as a lesson.
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Students will be encouraged to participate in MTAC Sacramento County Branch events.
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Students are encouraged to share their musical talents with others in worship and community.
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Students are encouraged to be evaluated annually through the CM program.
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Students are encouraged to participate in performance competition(s) when they are ready.
03 Performance Opportunities
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The class meets once a week. The length of the class will be determined by discussion between the instructor and parents.
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Tuition is based on the length of lesson, and the lesson duration is based on the level of the student.
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45 minutes lesson tuition: $240.00 per month
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60 minutes lesson tuition: $320.00 per month
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The parents/guardians are responsible for the extra costs they incur, such as CM registration fees, recital fees, competition fees, study materials, etc.
04 Length of Class, Tuition, & Other Charges
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There will be no make-up lessons or refund of the tuition for no-shows or cancellations on the lesson day for any reason.
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Make-ups are allowed for out-of-town trips when discussed with the instructor at least two weeks in advance.
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Make-ups are only possible on Fridays at the Lincoln studio through prior arrangements with the instructor.
05 Make-Up Policy
Mondays
Private Studio at 2215 Auburn Ravine Drive, Lincoln, CA
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Studio in Pine Hills Adventist Academy: 13500 Richards Lane, Auburn, CA
Fridays: Make-up Lesson Day. Make-up lessons are available only with prior arrangement, held
at the private Studio at 2215 Auburn Ravine Drive, Lincoln, CA
06 Location of the Classes
SERVICES
Contact Info: Esther Judson/ Owner & Instructor
Phone: (707) 322-5361 *texting is the best way to communicate
Email: destherjudson@netzero.net

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