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Why Summer Is A Great Time to Start Music Lessons

Fewer commitments, lighter evenings, and a genuinely great window to discover something new. Summer has a way of opening up space that the rest of the year simply doesn’t offer. If music lessons have been on your radar, whether for your child or even for yourself, this might be the season to finally take the

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Summer Group Music Programs at The Piano Studio

Fun, structured, and results-driven group classes for children in Newmarket and Aurora this summer. Make This Summer Musical Summer is the perfect time for young musicians to explore, grow, and have fun. At The Piano Studio, we’re offering two exciting group music classes designed to inspire creativity, build foundational skills, and bring children together through

Adult piano student during a music lesson, enjoying a relaxed and engaging learning experience in a welcoming studio environment.

The Connection Between Music, Memory, and Healthy Aging

Why Music Continues to Matter as We Age As we move through different stages of life, the ways we care for our health often begin to shift. As we get older, many of us begin thinking about wellness a little differently. It’s not just about staying physically active anymore. Mental sharpness, emotional well-being, and maintaining

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Practicing vs. Playing – They Are Not The Same!

By Jared Fast A common mistake that many beginning students make is to spend their practice time playing instead of practicing.  As a result their progress is slow and their playing doesn’t improve.  Sound confusing?  Let me explain. I use the term playing to mean playing a song that you already know from beginning to

Learn to Play an Instrument in 2019

By Jared Fast This is the time of year when people think about New Year’s resolutions and for many of us that means trying something new, learning a new skill, or challenging ourselves to grow in some way.  If that appeals to you then learning to play an instrument is a great goal to set

Getting to Know Elise

We continue our summer series to introduce you to the owners of the Piano Studio. Last week we introduced Jeanne and now we want you to meet Jeanne and Rudy’s only daughter Elise. What instruments do you play and how long have you been playing? I started taking violin lessons when I was five years

Getting to know Jeanne!

What instruments do you play and how long have you been playing?  I had a keen desire to learn to play the piano as a child, so at the age of 5,  I was thrilled when my grandparents offered their old upright piano to our family.  My school teacher at the time was a pianist,