A strong foundation in piano studies includes experiencing activities that allow playing for different goals, in various settings, for a variety of audiences. Many events are offered and the musician chooses the ones that fulfill the goals they would like to complete.
Under each event are some of the skills that are able to be experienced. Enjoy! Please view the specific page for each event for further details.
Recital
- Formal setting
- Memorization encouraged, not required
- Playing for others
- No charge
- 2 times a year
2 choices of events where the student is evaluated by another teacher
1. National Federation of Music Clubs - Junior Festival
- Entry fee
- 2 pieces required by memory played for a judge (teacher)
- Written comments given
- Trophy awarded on a 15 point increment
- Theory optional with extra fee
- Opportunity to play again in Spring at a "state" event
2. National Music Teacher's Association - Audition
- Entry fee
- Choice of track - 2 or 3 pieces memorized or non-memorized -choosing to work toward State competition
- Theory and aural exam required
- Plaques awarded
- State event also offered.
3. Milwaukee Area Piano Teachers Association
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Duet or Trio event
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Adjudicated (judged) event
- 3 pieces memorized
- trophy awarded
Benefits of participating -
- Memorization skills
- Reinforces theory and listening skills
- Goal setting
- Opportunity to have another qualified expert share thoughts regarding your playing
develops interview skills
- Acceptance of being evaluated
- Performance skills
Praise and Worship Event
- Christmas and Praise music
- Experience playing in a church setting
- Possible accompanying experience -congregational singing
- Possible ensemble opportunity
- Chocolate fountain following
Kids for Kids small group classes
- Develop listening skills - intentional and constructive comments
- Work together on a topic/skill
- Activity/game based