Program Description
29 weekly 45 or 60-minute lessons
Six repertoire classes, nineteen musicianship classes, two recitals, SCMTA State auditions
In this program, students begin to explore and develop higher levels of artistry and musical skill. Students participate in formal performances, including one recital per semester. Students will also receive individualized preparation for additional performance opportunities, including SCMTA district auditions and Royal Conservatory Exams (participation in these events incurs an additional cost). For students who advance to SCMTA state auditions, the Center for Piano Studies will reimburse the cost of the state registration fee.
See Policies and Tuition for details. Register online.
Eligibility
Students need to be approaching Level 1 repertoire, and/or completing a method book (2, 2A/B, 3). A child may be ready for this program upon the third or fourth year of study. Students with prior study may transfer into the program, pending an interview to ensure correct placement. Enrollment is for the duration of the academic year, September through early May.
Student piano requirement: Acoustic piano
Practice requirement: 45–60 minutes a day, 5–6 days a week
A minimum of 6 lessons must be taken throughout the summer. Students are also encouraged
to enroll in Camp Creativity.
Enrollment and Weekly Schedules
All students will be assigned to a group class, based upon age and playing level. See class schedule below. Classes will be enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. Private lessons are scheduled in consultation with the private teacher.
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Musicianship and Repertoire I |
Fridays at 4:30 p.m. |
Level B-2 |
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Musicianship and Repertoire II |
Fridays at 5:30 p.m. |
Level 2-4 |
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Musicianship and Repertoire III |
3 Meetings per semester, 6 total* (most advanced students only; see below) |
Level 4-7 |
Rotation
Musicianship and Repertoire classes occur on a rotation: musicianship will be held three times, followed by one week of repertoire class. In an academic year, students will receive 19 musicianship classes and 6 repertoire classes. An extra repertoire class is provided in late May for students who are enrolled in Royal Conservatory Exams, at no additional cost.
*Group Class Section III: Section III meets 3 times per semester (6 total class meetings in the academic year) and is intended for the most advanced students in the Young Artist Program who are preparing for festivals, competitions, exams, and/or hoping to progress into the Advanced Young Artist Program. Each class meeting offers valuable experience in masterclass performance, group learning, and exam preparation (if applicable). In the Fall 2025 Term, YA III class meetings will take place on Mondays (specific dates provided by the instructor).
Tuition Payment Options for the Academic Year
Cost for 45-minute program: six payments of $215 or two payments of $645
Cost for 60-minute program: six payments of $273.50 or two payments of $820