Private Piano Lessons
Whether a child plays the piano for a short time or a lifetime, they will acquire a baseline of skills and knowledge that will continue to benefit them throughout their life. Learning to play the piano can be one of the most valuable musical studies because it is the most straightforward and intuitive of instruments. Learning piano can also help tremendously when a student studies a different musical instrument later.
We recommend that younger beginning students start with a 30-minute private lesson once a week. Older beginners can benefit from a 30 or 45-minute lesson. More advanced students typically find 60 minutes to be the most significant benefit.
Private Voice Lessons
The main focus of voice lessons is to improve a student’s vocal technique. However, other things can be incorporated as needed, such as sight reading, learning specific types of literature, and period music. The vocal technique includes posture and breathing, improving tone quality, extending and equalizing range, and advancing flexibility. For this individual lessons the student should be able to read music. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Private lessons are adapted to the student’s needs, from younger students just beginning to develop their voice to adults revisiting a neglected talent or capitalizing on an exceptional one. Many students are preparing for auditions and competitions, including All Region/All District/All State, Solo and Ensemble, NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing), and smaller local festivals. Others are preparing for auditions of choirs or shows or developing roles already acquired. Any student serious enough about music to be a college music major should be prepared with private lessons. The competition is fierce, and a musician can never be too prepared!
Music Theory
Music theory is a crucial part of a comprehensive musical education. It helps students grasp the fundamental vocabulary and components of musical language while also enhancing their ear training, analytical skills, and creativity. Often described as a universal language, music conveys meaning beyond words. Studying music theory deepens students' understanding of this language and equips them with skills for lifelong music-making. It clarifies how core elements—rhythm, melody, and harmony—interact with one another. With this knowledge, students can learn music more efficiently, perform with greater insight, and express their creative ideas more effectively.
At Zara-V Music Studio, the Music Theory Workshop is designed to prepare students for Achievement in Music (AIM) and Royal Conservatory (RCM) exams, covering all aspects of theory, including sight-reading, rhythm, harmonization, aural skills, written skills, transposition, and score analysis.
