The Peterson Studio

Summer is a great time to begin lessons AND continue lessons!  The Studio is open for a total of 6 weeks in the summer. Students should expect to continue practicing piano during the summer to maintain skills they develop throughout the school year. Since spots cannot be held open, students who do not enroll in summer lessons are not guaranteed a spot in the studio for the next year.  All returning students are required to take a minimum of two lessons during the summer, which will be added to the June invoice.  You are encouraged to take more than the required number of lessons.  The schedule is posted in the Spring and you are able to register for whatever open spots work with your schedule. There are NO makeups and lessons are non-refundable.  

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 six 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 occurs every November 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.