What is unique about The Piano Studio of Barno Nishanova?
Under my teaching, students experience firsthand that music is also a creative art as well as an interpretive art. They learn not only learn how to express themselves through artistic performances of various styles of music, but they also learn how to make their own music through improvisation and composition. In addition, students receive a comprehensive musical education through theory/aural training, music history lessons, and performing for peers during monthly Studio Classes. These skills are all important for developing well-rounded, knowledgable musicians. Join us, and pursue the musician in you!
How much am I required to practice?
I believe that consistency and quality - not quantity - is most crucial when it comes to practicing. I do not require certain amounts of minutes of practice from my students, nor do I generally require them to track how many minutes they are practicing. Instead, I simply encourage students to practice daily in order to ensure progress and be prepared for every lesson. Because of this approach, my students are often very self-motivated and do not feel as if practice is a chore or requirement. During lessons, I notate weekly goals and practice suggestions in the student's assignment notebook. We also spend time discussing ways to efficiently practice specific areas of their music. In the event that a student is not adequately prepared for a few consecutive lessons, we will discuss what can be done about the issue and, upon being asked, I will suggest a required amount of minutes per day for practicing.
Do I need to pay for books and materials?
Books and materials are already included in the cost of tuition.
What events and opportunities does the studio provide for students?
The studio schedules a number of exciting events for private students and their parents each year! All of these events are provided at no extra cost, with the exception of the optional theory examinations / performance evaluations.
Under my teaching, students experience firsthand that music is also a creative art as well as an interpretive art. They learn not only learn how to express themselves through artistic performances of various styles of music, but they also learn how to make their own music through improvisation and composition. In addition, students receive a comprehensive musical education through theory/aural training, music history lessons, and performing for peers during monthly Studio Classes. These skills are all important for developing well-rounded, knowledgable musicians. Join us, and pursue the musician in you!
How much am I required to practice?
I believe that consistency and quality - not quantity - is most crucial when it comes to practicing. I do not require certain amounts of minutes of practice from my students, nor do I generally require them to track how many minutes they are practicing. Instead, I simply encourage students to practice daily in order to ensure progress and be prepared for every lesson. Because of this approach, my students are often very self-motivated and do not feel as if practice is a chore or requirement. During lessons, I notate weekly goals and practice suggestions in the student's assignment notebook. We also spend time discussing ways to efficiently practice specific areas of their music. In the event that a student is not adequately prepared for a few consecutive lessons, we will discuss what can be done about the issue and, upon being asked, I will suggest a required amount of minutes per day for practicing.
Do I need to pay for books and materials?
Books and materials are already included in the cost of tuition.
What events and opportunities does the studio provide for students?
The studio schedules a number of exciting events for private students and their parents each year! All of these events are provided at no extra cost, with the exception of the optional theory examinations / performance evaluations.
- Studio Classes | Monthly group classes called "Studio Class" are provided for private students in order to promote student camaraderie and to reinforce concepts taught during private lessons. Most group lessons include a theory segment, history segment, and a performance segment. With young private students, music & movement activities are also frequently included. With adult private students, there is a focus on piano literature history and repertoire performance in a relaxed environment.
- Studio Recitals | Performing in a formal recital setting is an exciting opportunity for students to showcase their hard work and improvement over the year in the presence of their family and friends. This year's recital location is TBD.