piano

H. Charles Center for the Arts

Artistic Director: L. Elaine Charles, NCTM

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We offer instruction for all ages and all levels in:

  • piano
  • vocal

Lessons are:

  • private
  • one-hour sessions
  • once per week

Instruction is Comprehensive:

  • theory and rhythm
  • ear training
  • sight reading
  • technic
  • method
  • repertoire

Instruction is geared to the student:

  • We use a wide variety of teaching materials/methods including Alfred's, Schaum, Faber & Faber, Noona, Michael Aaron, Bastien, Hal Leonard, and of course, a variety of classic standards such as Czerny, Hannon, Bach, and so on.
  • Selection of materials is based on the student's ability, maturity, and interests.

Enrichment:

  • we provide performance opportunities
  • we encourage attendance at professional performances
  • group music activities

Our facilities:

  • We have a Bechendorff concert grand piano, an Everett studio piano, a Sohmer console piano, and a complement of rhythm instruments.