What if there was an easy way to take the plunge-
where you didn't feel pressured or stressed?
where you could relax and be playful?
PIANO KINDERGARTEN FOR GROWN-UPS!™
From Dream to Reality:
opening the door to music for the adult beginner!
In two 2- hour segments:
1) You will be guided into setting aside any doubts you may have
about learning music, while you gain confidence and understanding
through creative and playful music experiences using toy pianos.*
2) You will leave with an understanding of the basics of music reading and will have the tools to learn simple pieces on your own.
3) You will have the opportunity to connect with your playful spirit, and enjoy creative explorations with other adults.
I created this playshop (a workshop with a playful
attitude) to encourage and allow adults to begin their study of music
in a fun and positive small-group setting, and to bring an experience of ~ delight~ to the learning process.
NO PRACTICING IS EXPECTED!
NO PIANO IS NEEDED!
Just show up with a genuine desire to learn and a playful attitude!
"My previous piano experience had been stressful, but I had no doubts or hesitation because you called it a playshop. If I can come play, it takes the fear out of it!"
"I
learned so much more in this playshop than I did from another teacher
in many lessons. The time passed quickly and I looked forward to what
came next because of the way you were teaching. I loved your use of
photography. Now when I look at other objects I am thinking musically.
I see with different eyes. It was a great experience and fun!" ------Sherry Burdsall
Even if you don't have a piano, or the confidence in your musical abilities, or bucket-loads of free time, there is an easy and enjoyable way to get started. Why not give yourself the chance, the opportunity to "tickle" your interest, jump-start your enthusiasm, nurture your playful spirit, and share the experience with others?
PLAYSHOP PARTICULARS:
The Piano Kindergarten for Grown-Ups! playshop is currently scheduled on Sunday evenings at 7:00 and alternate days and times by appointment. Playshops are held in Rochester, New York.
Each 4- hour (2 sessions) playshop is limited to a maximum of 7 adults, and a minimum of 5.
Cost: $75 per person
* Why toy pianos?
" One" word: their charm. Their size is unintimidating, their sound is bell-like and they are a delight to play! (They have been performed on at Carnegie Hall and many other concert halls around the world, and some composers are actually writing music specifically for them!)
Plato
Greek philosopher
427-347 BCE