Lessons in Piano, Voice, Flute, Conducting & Theory
Individualized expert instruction in classical, rock, blues, pop and video game music taught in a research-based, accessible, and enjoyable style for all.
To create and foster a lifelong love of music through child-driven repertoire. With over two decades experience teaching in public, private, collegiate, and non-profit institutes, I have come to the distinct opinion that students learn what they love! Assigning the next page in an outdated lesson book is not relevant learning. I strive to meet the student where they are by asking their favorite movies, books and songs. From there I find repertoire that is based on excitement for learning. Pop songs, showtunes, soundtracks are all heard at every one of our four yearly recitals (Halloween, holiday, classics and spring). Our students progress at a fast pace because they are excited about what they are playing!
Every mind refers to the manner in which students think. Neurotypical is the traditional way in which brains function, while neurodiversity refers to unique pathways. Some examples of neurodivergent brains are those which exhibit traits of ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, and other learning differences. After my stroke at age 35, I dedicated myself to learning about music and the mind. I have extensive experience and training in teaching the neurodivergent mind. Additionally, I am passionate about relating a love of music to minds which think in a “non-traditional” manner and “traditional” manner.
- Dr. T.
Teaching music to all minds with color. #piano #music #adhdmusic #neurodivergence #voicelessons
Dr. “T” Teresa Stewart-Meli
“Music can change the World.”
Studio Calendar:12-month tuition $160 (30 minute) $240 (45 minutes)
Musicology is on a 12-month calendar. There will be breaks for Thanksgiving, Christmas, spring break, end of May and a few weeks off in summer. Please view the studio calendar here. All Monday holidays will be taught. There are 34 lessons during the school year and 7 lessons in the summer. Students may also opt for a summer camp in lieu of summer lessons and maintain their studio placement.. I ask that students commit to a semester of piano lessons and avoid mid-semester drops.
Lessons are a standing appointment. If the teacher misses a lesson, the lesson will be rescheduled, or your invoice adjusted accordingly.
If a student is unable to make the scheduled lesson.
a. Let us know you’ll be missing the regular time.
b. Simply go the Musicology website and “book a lesson” at an alternative time.
c. You can reschedule lesson up to 24 hours in advance. If you cancel with 24 hours and are unable to find an alternative lesson time for your schedule, a video lesson will be crafted for the student. No refunds of missed lessons.
Registration fee for new students is $80 to cover cost of enrollment, music bag, theory book, all basic materials, and to hold spot
Summer:
Summer lessons are scheduled around family vacations, camps, and well-deserved rest. Seven lessons are offered in June and July. Students are not required to take lessons every week. All seven lesson can be scheduled in one month, two lessons can be scheduled in one week, or longer (double) lesson can be scheduled. Students may also opt to enroll in one of the summer camps to keep their music skills sharp instead of lessons. Tuition is due for both months.
It is the responsibility of the student and family to schedule the seven summer lessons. It is NOT the responsibility of the teacher to change their teaching schedule to accommodate seven lessons in the final hours of the summer semester.
Fall enrollment is offered FIRST to students who participate in summer lessons. If there is room in the studio lesson times will be offered to student s who “take off” for the summer. Fall enrollment is not guaranteed on these cases, and students may be placed on a waitlist for lessons.
