Piano Buddies: Twice the Fun!
In this program, two students learn together in a 60 minute weekly class. Some of the features I like about this method are:
--the simultaneous aural and visual development
--the reading of known material before new material
--making music together from the beginning
--the sing-play process
--playing real music right from the beginning
Musikgarten describes the following benefits:
- "Taking piano lessons with a partner is a FUN way for children to learn.
- Their “piano partner” provides motivation, modeling, and joy as the two children progress together.
- A Practice CD supports their learning and practice at home; a Listening CD provides a variety of musical styles, composers, classic melodies, and répertoire.
- Aural Games lay the foundation for note-reading. Notation Games make note-reading fun and easy."
The cost per student is $125 per month.