A multifaceted musical education.

Students do not learn music via one method.  While there are several different piano method books available for students to learn from, a proficient pianist knows to play using their ears as well as their eyes.  Piano students learn about the instrument, music theory, sight-reading, proper technique for producing a good piano sound ("touch",) and also learn how to play by ear through ear-training exercises.

While the ability to sight-read is important, ear-training is a commonly neglected ingredient in the field of piano education that teaches both piano enjoyment as well as being a part of music theory application.  Being able to play what you hear is an integral part of becoming a good performer, in addition to being a wonderful confidence-booster for a young student! 

Beginning Piano Lesson Tuition (30 minutes) - $85/month

Price includes monthly tuition for half-hour beginning piano lessons; once per week, per month.  Student must be a U.S. Resident/U.S. Military personnel/dependent living in Spain.  Price reflects typical rate of approximately $20/half-hour paid monthly; see TUITION section for additional information.  Typically, 30 minute lessons are reserved for students under 10 years old, to include the study of music theory as well as piano performance, due to shorter attention spans.

Beginning/Intermediate Piano Lesson Tuition (45 minutes) - $125/month

Price includes monthly tuition for 45-minute beginning/intermediate piano lessons; once per week, per month.  Typically, a 45 minute lesson is suggested for children over 10 years old/once a child has a longer attention span (not necessarily based on piano skill level.)  45 minute lessons include the study of music theory as well as piano performance.  Price reflects typical rate of approximately $20/half-hour plus a small discount, paid monthly.  See TUITION section for additional information.

Intermediate/Advanced Piano Lesson Tuition (60 minutes) - $150/month

Price includes monthly tuition for 60 minute intermediate/advanced piano lessons; once per week, per month.  Typically, 60+ minute lessons are reserved for more advanced students, to include the study of music theory as well as piano performance.  Price reflects typical rate of approximately $20/half-hour plus a small discount, paid monthly.  See TUITION section for additional information.

Contract for Pianist & Accompanist Endeavors

An accomplished pianist, Marie may be contracted to provide background music for functions, helping to create festive atmospheres for events.  Pricing is based on "gig," to include acquisition of music/creation of any special music necessary for your personalized event.  Pricing is adjusted according to complexity of piece as well as length of performance.

Marie enjoys accompanying large- and small-scale choral groups, bands, ensembles, and soloists, helping highlight others' abilities and performing duets.  Ask her further about any possibilities!  Pricing for accompaniment is a set price plus additional fees (for more advanced music/more involvement in performance.)