The Peterson Studio
GREETINGS FROM THE PETERSON STUDIO!
WELCOME BACK - FALL 2023
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 by Maria Peterson | Uncategorized
Dear Students/Families:
I hope you enjoyed your summer and are finding your way back to the routine of a new year! It has been so nice to see all of you back in the studio and the year is off to a great start! We are working with your children and reviewing after a long summer off and especially encouraging them to get back into a routine of practicing. Even when there is limited time at home it is still possible to get a lot done in just 5 or 10 minutes if working on a small section of their piece. And don't forget, we all love an audience! So, encourage playing their piece for family members and friends.
I want to thank you all for making Brianna and Kael feel so welcome their first few weeks of teaching here at the studio. We are all enjoying having them join our family :)
If you have any questions or need advice for helping your child at home - let us know! We look forward to having families join us in December for our Holiday Activity Week!
Enjoy the beautiful Autumn season and stay healthy!
Maria
SUMMER 2023
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 by Maria Peterson | Uncategorized
Hello Parents and Students!
I hope you are all enjoying your summer! Mine is off to a great start and we are so busy at the studio. We've been cleaning, organizing, accumulating new music and materials, interviewing candidates for our teaching positions and of course, teaching our summer session!
Summer is definitely a time to take a break from the routines of the regular year and enjoy more time with family and friends. But I also find it a great time to catch up on projects that I have been putting off or haven't had time to start or complete. I love how it feels each September when I face the new year with a clean plate, ready to jump back in. Continuing our piano practice offers us that same feeling of being ready and able to jump back in to lessons in the Fall. So, make sure to use those rainy summer days productively - listen to the music of your favorite composer, read about their lives, go see a live concert - research some new music and of course, practice that piano!
Wishing you all a healthy, happy and safe summer!
Warm regards,
Maria
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Saturday, December 31, 2022 by Maria Peterson | Uncategorized
Reflecting back on the last few months of this year, I am so happy that life seems to be back to a normal, albeit a new normal. Having all the students in the studio has been wonderful and I am so grateful that my little studio has been able to weather this storm, thanks to my teachers, my students and of course, all of our wonderful families! We have gone through many changes here the past few years and I am sure there will be more to come - but I have learned with a healthy balance of hard work and love, anything is possible. Music has always been a healing, transformative presence in my life. The process of learning how to play piano has been one that has taught me invaluable life lessons. It is my hope that this also rings true for you and your children in the New Year and beyond.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
ANNUAL PIANO RECITAL
The Recital will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at the Chapel at the Mount Academy in Esopus. Learning to perform is an integral part of learning an instrument. All students are encouraged to participate, however, it is not mandatory. The recital is free and open to the public.
SUMMER PIANO SESSION
The Peterson Studio offers a seven week session throughout the summer. A minimum of two lessons per summer is required for continuity in practice and to hold open your spot for Fall. Schedules are posted in the Spring. Group class is 1 hour and Private Class is 1/2 hour.
HUDSON-CATSKILL MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION PIANO AUDITIONS FESTIVAL
This annual festival will occurs November 8-10 at SUNY New Paltz. Students can enter either in the Competitive or Evaluative categories. Students prepare three pieces of music along with scales. Winners in the Competitive Category are eligible for monetary prizes and participation in the Honors Recital that takes place the same weekend. For more information, contact the studio.
MUSIC APPRECIATION GROUP CLASS
This one hour class explores all aspects of music, including rhythm, note reading, ear training, keyboard harmony, sight singing, history, composition and ensemble playing in a relaxed, game-based group setting. Perfect for the home-schooled student who has flexibility in their schedule and a desire to enhance special-area content.
WUNDERKEYS PRESCHOOL PIANO PROGRAM
The Peterson Studio proudly offers the WunderKeys Piano for Preschool program. WunderKeys was developed to provide one-on-one piano lessons to children ages 3-4, and combines beginning piano skills with a foundation in math; creating connections that facilitate mathematical understanding in the future and a love of the arts! Please call the studio to sign up!
TESTIMONIALS:
LISTEN TO WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE PETERSON STUDIO!
"Maria has an amazing reputation and is highly skilled in instructional piano. She is one in a million."...Alison G.
"I wasn't sure my children would be interested in lessons, however, it turns out that they love going! I'm so happy we found The Peterson Studio!"...Assunta N.
"I wondered if my daughter would stick with piano lessons and like it or if she would be deterred from music, however, at The Peterson Studio, everyone is encouraging and loving. My daughter has grown so much from her two years of lessons.".....Robin S.
"We chose The Peterson Studio first because of proximity to our home, but once we started talking to friends, it came highly recommended by everyone."....Danielle B.
"As a 6 year old , our son needs to work with a teacher who is interested in teaching young students. The Peterson Studio welcomes students of all ages and has a robust youth program. The trial lesson was a great, no-pressure way for me to get a feel for how he would do at the Studio.".....Jackie G.
"I wondered if my kids would have a hard time learning and give up, but they love working with Miss Maria and she makes it fun and easy yet pushes them to learn.".....Dan M.