WHY TAKE GROUP LESSONS??
Group lessons provide students an opportunity to collaborate with their peers. Students learn from each other and get to enjoy the benefits of peer support and encouragement.
The longer lesson time allows for more diverse activities, including playing games, and more time for listening and sight reading development.
In either format - in person or online - the benefits to group lessons are the same.
Students at the Let`s Play Music Studio not only have weekly group lessons, but a set number of "SOLO LESSONS" during the year. This truly gives students the best of both worlds!
Another benefit to the group format is the cost for parents!
A 45 minute private lesson is approximately three times the price of a 45 minute group lesson.
A group lesson is less expensive than a private lesson, yet still provides a quality and productive music learning experience!
The lesson year at the Let`s Play Music Studio is also condensed. By having the solo lessons spread through the year, the students still have between 30 and 34 lessons, but in fewer weeks. "Solo" lessons are scheduled in 15-20 minute time slots before or after class, or on a non-class day.
Ending the lesson year in late April (or early May) allows families to go out and enjoy their spring activities and the nicer weather, without having to worry about fitting in piano practice and recital preparation.
The Benefits of Group Music Instruction
from Professional Piano Teaching by Jeanine M. Jacobson
· Develop poise and other performance skills when the student plays for others.
· Develop critical listening skills through listening to others.
· Develop rhythmic security and counting ability by providing an opportunity for several students to play the same pieces together.
· Develop communication skills and the ability to work in a group.
· Provide inspiration through peer performances.
· Motivate students through healthy competition.
· Provide a social outlet surrounding a common interest not normally available to private piano students.
· Promote enthusiasm and enjoyment as a result of sharing in ensemble work, rhythm drills and music games.