Nicole at H.Protsman Classical Competition

Nicole took part in 29th Harold Protsman Classical Period Piano Competition at Old Dominion University.
  Nicole played Haydn Sonata in  D major Hob XVI:24 and a movement from Sonata Hob. XVI: 22. She was one three finalist chosen to compete in the second round of the competition.
 Nicole is a 2nd place winner, congratulations!

  Nicole with judge Penelope Crawford

Raelyn at Chopin Piano Competition

 Raelyn participated in VII Chopin International Piano Competition in Hartford, CT. Young artists from many countries, including Japan, China, Korea and United States participated in this event. Students performed very diverse programs. Chopin piece was a requirement for every contestant. The judges of the competition represented Poland, Japan, Brazil and USA. There were 40 contestants in Junior group this year. 

   Raelyn performed  compositions by  F.Liszt, X.Montsalvatge in addition to Impromptu in A flat major by F. Chopin. She also participated in masterclass by Dr. Krystian Tkaczewski. 

  Ralyn is a III Prize winner of her first international competition, congratulations!!

Raelyn with Dr. Tkaczewski after Master Class

Spring Forward

Spring is here! Louder bird singing and brighter sun greet us every morning on our way to school. Luckily, last snow storm missed us. This week, students are enjoying a spring break before returning to a very busy last quarter of this school year. 

Luke enjoys music theory!

Theory Mastery Day was another success in our studio. All students took part in a VA State Music Theory Exam. 

Top scores go to: Cameron, Luke, Jacqui and Lucy

 We held two monthly recitals at "Woodlands" retirement place. It was a special treat to hear Sophia, Jacqui and their mom; they performed as a trio, thank you! 

  

 Nicole was invited to participate in Young Artist Musical at GMU. She performed 1st movement of a Sonata in D major Hob.XVI:24 by J. Haydn. All participating young musicians are invited to meet with Jeffrey Siegel afterwards.

Nicole and Michelle in Alexandria, VA

Congratulations to Nicole and Michelle! They received awards at Bland Competition District Competition. Nicole is a second place winner, and she also received a cash award. Michelle participated in this event as a violinist.

Sophia with her first ribbon!

Please mark your calendars for Piano Duet Festival on April 30th and NVMTA Sonata Festival at GMU on Sunday, May 15th.

NVMTA Judged Recitals

 Sophia

  Kayleigh

   Please see results from the last two NVMTA Judged Recitals. All students played exciting programs, and I am so happy to report results from these competitions. Congratulations to all students, everyone did a fantastic job!

Nicole- Honors
Raelyn- Honors
Sophia- HM
Kayleigh-HM

NVMTA Piano Concerto Festival

Sophia and Cameron

    Last week of February, Sophia, Cameron and Jacqui participated in NVMTA Piano Concerto Festival/Competition. Students grades K-3 played wide range of repertoire, it was an exciting weekend for all.

  Cameron played her first concerto with a lot of energy and confidence. Her older sister, Raelyn, did a fantastic job serving as an accompanist. Well done, Cameron!

   This was also a first Concerto Festival experience for Sophia W. She performed beautifully showing great ability to play with strong dynamics and perfect memory. She is a 2nd place winner, congratulations!

  Jacqui

Jacqui took a stage without any hesitations, and her concerto got everyones attention. I am so happy to announce that Jacqui won 1st place!!!

 Sophia G. participated in grades 4-12 Concerto event. She is a 2nd place winner, congratulations!

Alden Auditions

Raelyn,  after performance at GMU

Nicole and Raelyn prepared beautiful programs for Alden Auditions. Students were chosen for the Young Soloist Recitals that will showcase the talents of local school-age musicians for the upcoming 2016-2017 season. 

 Nicole performs at the regional Bland Competition

Raelyn and Nicole, both students, were chosen as young soloists and will be performing next season, congratulations! 

Winter News

We survived winter storm, all is clear and back to normal. Despite grand snow storm, shoveling huge amounts of snow and many school cancelations, students amazingly were able to attend all competitions and recitals.

Katherine Wang performed Prelude from Suite Bergamasque by C. Debussy at the competition. Congratulations!

NVMTA Judged Recital:

Katherine- Honors

SMC Honors: Cameron, Sophia G., Sophia W., Jacqui, Nicole, Raelyn and Kayleigh

Nicole performed Etincelles op.36 by M. Moszkowski at the Bland Competition. She won first place, congratulations! Nicole is invited to participate in the regional competition.

 Now, it is time to get ready for VMTA Theory Mastery day. Please note that this year exam is taking place at a different location:
Kenmore Middle School, 200 S. Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204