Bonding Parent to Child

After my last Parent Orientation meeting on Saturday, one mom mentioned that I got a little choked up as I was reading the Let's Play Music vision statement:

Music is wonderful for so many reasons... it enriches our lives, as we perform our confidence increases, practice develops talent, and research has shown that learning music even enhances our intelligence.  With all these wonderful benefits to music education, it's easy to overlook that magical bonding that takes place as two people share in a musical experience together.  And THAT, is the vision of Let's Play Music.  

This amazing bonding opportunity is the reason I chose to send my children to another teacher. My favorite moments in the classroom have been watching my 6 month old smile and try to sing along, while bouncing in my lap, or as I snuggle with my child and sing "May There Always Be Sunshine," or the excitement of a "DO-bomb" shared the first time my son plays the blue-chord independently.  And, I'll admit, I may even get teary eyed as I watch you sharing these tender moments with your children.

   

My friend and fellow Let's Play Music teacher, Bekah Jennings, recently guest posted on the corporate Let's Play Music - Making Musicians blog: here.  She said: "If I can create an environment that strengthens the family by bonding the parent and child, I have succeeded as a teacher. And if the child happens to learn piano along the way--and they all do to varying degrees--that's a bonus!"  

I'm excited to see your children this week as classes begin, but more importantly, I'm excited to see YOU with your children. We are going to have a great time together!  Sure, you're learning how to help your child practice, and maybe even how to play the piano yourself.  But the one thing that is really going to make this year special, is the opportunity you have to strengthen your own relationship with your child.  

Fall class calendars

Fall class calendars are here!  Also, mark your calendars for our spring recital which will be held on Saturday, April 26th at 2:00 pm.  

Don't forget the mandatory parent orientation meetings scheduled for Saturday, August 10th.  This meeting is for parents only, so please make other arrangements for your children.  The parent who will be attending class and practicing with the children should plan to attend this meeting. However, both parents are welcome to attend.  Fall semester materials will be distributed at this meeting.

Third Year Parents 10:00 am

Second Year Parents 11:00 am

First Year Parents 1:00 pm

Congratulations on choosing the very best beginning piano instruction for your children-  Let's Play Music!

Here Comes the Red Balloon!

Although I wasn't originally planning on taking any new students this year, it has come to my attention that there is a need for another class in the west Mesa area.  So....  if you are interested in piano instruction for your child, check out this awesome program!

If you don't know anything about Let's Play Music, you will probably want to attend a sample class to see for yourself.  For information on upcoming sample classes, click here.

Hello!  This is me, Nicci Lovell.  This is my 4th year teaching the Let's Play Music Curriculum.  I love watching the Red Balloons fill with excitement as they learn about the Major Scale, practice baby steps, skips and leaps.  This year, my third child will begin the Let's Play Music curriculum.  Although I teach, nothing can compare to the experience of being a Let's Play Music parent.  I'm so blessed to have the opportunity to participate in this program as a parent AND a teacher.

I teach from my home studio near Country Club & University in downtown Mesa.  This fall, I am only planning on taking ONE new class; thats just enough room for 6-8 students.  Currently this class is scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:15 p.m - 6:00 p.m.  This class will fill quickly, so get registered TODAY!

Fortunately for you, there are other teachers in the area who are accepting new students as well.  Let me introduce them as well (Just click their name to contact them about classes).

Bekah Jennings is the teacher who introduced me to Let's Play Music!  She taught my oldest son and will teach #3 as well.  Bekah teaches from her home studio near Alma School & 8th St in Mesa.  Bekah is the West Mesa team leader and also teaches Sound Beginnings.  She will be teaching Red Balloons  at the following times:

Tuesday 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m
Tuesday 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 Marie Guthrie joined our team last year, so this is her second year teaching Let's Play Music.  She teaches near Dobson and Guadalupe in west Mesa.  Her Red Balloons classes will be:

Tuesday 3:20 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.
Tuesday 5:10 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.
Tuesday 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Thursday 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Thursday 4:20 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.

Brooke Sutherland is brand new to the west Mesa LPM team, however she has taught piano lessons for several years.  Brooke teaches from her home studio near Dobson and Baseline.  Her Red Balloons classes will be held:

Monday 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Wednesday 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sound Beginnings!!!

I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am to be teaching the new Sound Beginnings curriculum!  My 3 youngest children and I (ages 4, 2 and 8 months) have had the privilege of attending these classes for the past year with another teacher.  What fun!!!  We all enjoy the bonding time together, the fun we have in class, and the joy that spills over into our home life.  Take a moment to watch this short video that highlights some of the benefits of early music education.  Then CLICK HERE to REGISTER for classes!

Practicing Dos and Don'ts

In this quick little video, another LPM teacher demonstrates some Practice Dos and Don'ts.

Registration and Orientation

Only 3 1/2 weeks until classes start!  Mark your calendars for our Mandatory Parent Orientation Meeting on Thursday, August 9th:

First Year parents - 6:30 p.m.
Second Year parents - 7:00 p.m.
Third Year parents 8:00 p.m.

Please let me know ASAP if these times will not work for your family.  Student materials will be distributed at this meeting.

Also, remember the $15 tuition or registration credit still applies for any student referrals (no limit to the number of referrals!).  I currently have 3 openings in my Wednesday 3:45 class.  If there is enough interest, I will open registration for Thursday 5:15 p.m. class.

Mrs. Nicci's News

Here is a link to the most recent parent email.   This one is for all students.  Please let me know about the recital ASAP. 

Also, I'm excited to announce that we are expecting another baby in September.  Fun Fun Fun!   I promise to keep you updated with all the details.  :)