In This Issue

Recital Season Is Here
Our Theme Recital “Songs of Ireland & Latin America” takes place tonight, Friday, March 13 and Spring Quarter Studio Recitals are coming March 28–29. Sign up soon while spaces remain available.

Recognizing Student Accomplishments
Celebrating students accepted into honors ensembles, performing in school events, and advancing in their music studies.

Certificate of Merit Exams Underway
Best wishes to our students completing their CM exams—months of dedication and preparation are coming to fruition.

More Recital Opportunities
Join our special Destination Recital on May 9 in Ventura—a memorable day of music, travel, and celebration.

Concert Performance Team (CPT)
There will be no CPT recital in March. The next recital will be April 19 at Sea Bluffs in Dana Point.

Music Playdates in the Parks
Join us for upcoming March music playdates at local parks.

Studio Off-Days in March
Please note our studio closed days: March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day) and March 20 (Nowruz / Persian New Year).

Q&A Corner
Q: Is the saxophone a brass instrument?
A: While made of brass, the saxophone is actually a woodwind instrument.

See more inside! 👇

In This Issue

🎤 Forum This Weekend, Starting Tonight!
🎹 March Recitals – Sign Up Now!
Reserve your spot for our upcoming March recitals and prepare to shine on stage.
🎼 Concert Performance Team
Students sharing music beyond the studio through community performances.
🌳 Music Playdates in the Parks
Join us for music and fun outdoors!
🏅 Certificate of Merit Exams Completed!
Best wishes to our students completing their CM exams—months of dedication and preparation are coming to fruition.
📅 Studio Off-Days in March
❓ Q&A Corner:
Q: What is the difference between single reed and double reed instruments?
A: Single reeds and double reeds create music in different ways—one reed vs. two reeds working together.

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In This Issue:

🌍 Special Theme Recital Opportunity
Songs of Ireland & Latin America—a colorful, memory-based recital with music, culture, and costumes.

🎹 More Studio Recitals Coming Up
Spring Quarter recitals and our annual Destination Recital—more stages, more performance joy.

🌳 Music Playdates in the Parks
Weekly music, art, and playtime in local parks—friends welcome!

🏅 Certificate of Merit Exams Completed!
Celebrating students who completed their CM exams after months of dedication.

🎶 Q & A Corner:
Q: What Are Woodwind Instruments?
A: The woodwind family includes the flute, piccolo, recorder, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, and other instruments that produce sound through air and, in many cases, reeds.

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In This Issue:

🎻 Concert Performance Team
Congratulations and thank you to our CPT performers for sharing their music with Ivy Park residents.

🌟 And More Congratulations!
Congratulations to cello student Lea O. on her acceptance into the CUSD Middle School Honor Orchestra, with the guidance of Mr. Yue at the Laguna Niguel School of Music.

🍀Special Theme Recital Opportunity
Students are invited to participate in our upcoming “Songs of Ireland & Latin America” Theme Recital, featuring music, memory performance, and festive costumes.

🎼 More Studio Recitals Coming Up
Spring Studio Recitals and our special Destination Recital are just around the corner—exciting performance opportunities and memorable experiences await!

🌳 Music Playdates in the Parks
Join us for music and fun outdoors! Our next playdate is an Art Playdate, with more music playdates happening regularly throughout the week.

📜 Certificate of Merit Exams Underway
Best wishes to our students completing their CM exams—months of dedication and preparation are coming to fruition.

❓ Q&A Corner
Q: Can we perform in the March Theme Recital and the March Studio Recitals
A: Yes!

👇See more inside for full details, dates, and sign-ups!

📬 In This Issue:

Congratulations to Rumi E.!
Celebrating Rumi’s achievement of Champion Level on the Musical Ladder - 4 years

Happy Valentine’s Day!
Studio closed Saturday, February 14 (one day only)—wishing everyone a joyful celebration

Recitals Coming Up
Exciting performance opportunities ahead for our students

Concert Performance Team
CPT recital this Sunday, February 15, at Ivy Park in Mission Viejo

Music Playdates in the Parks
Upcoming playdates: Feb 18 & 21 at Hidden Hills Park, Laguna Niguel, and Feb 28 at Clarington Park, Laguna Hills (no playdates on Feb 14 or 25).

Certificate of Merit Exams This Month
Supporting students as they complete an important musical milestone

Q&A Corner
Q: Will you be offering any summer camps this year?
A: Yes!

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In This Issue:

Forum This Weekend—Starting Tonight!
Join us for performance practice and coaching

Recitals Coming Up
Exciting performance opportunities are just around the corner

Concert Performance Team
Learn about upcoming CPT performances and how to get involved

Studio Calendars
Stay updated on events, closures and important dates

Music Playdates in the Parks
Music Playdates in the Parks – join us most Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10:30–11:15 am, at local parks!

Certificate of Merit Exams This Month
Wish our participating students well as they complete their CM exams this month!

Q&A Corner
Q: Can I play the same songs and pieces at more than one recital?
A: Yes, absolutely!

See more for details 👇

In This Issue:

A Can-Do Mindset
We help students of all ages develop a confident, resilient, and playful approach to music, turning mistakes into learning moments, celebrating progress, and building skills that extend beyond the studio.

Recitals Coming Up
Mark your calendars! Spring recitals in March, a special themed recital, and our Mother’s Day Destination Recital – sign up now!

Concert Performance Team
CPT Recital: February 15 at Ivy Park – students perform across OC and earn community service!

Next Forum Sessions
Next Forum Sessions: Feb 6–8 – drop in for fun performance practice and one-on-one coaching!

Studio Calendars
Studio Closed Feb 14 for Valentine’s Day – lessons resume Feb 15!

Music Playdates in the Parks
Music Playdates in the Parks – join us most Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10:30–11:15 am, at local parks!

Certificate of Merit Exams this Month!
Wish our participating students well as they complete their CM exams this month!

Q&A Corner
Q: When can we sign up for your quarterly payment option and receive the 5% discount?
A: You can sign up any time!

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In This Issue:

Autonomy and Choice:
Giving students real choices in lessons boosts confidence, sparks creativity, and strengthens problem-solving skills. 🎶

Concert Performance Team:
Congratulations and Thank You to our CPT performers at Trabuco Hills Post-Acute! 👏

Upcoming Events:
February Forum sessions and recitals are coming soon. Mark your calendars! 🗓️

Q & A:
Q: What days do you offer (FREE!) Music Playdates in the Parks?
A: Wednesdays and Saturdays 🌳

👇 See inside for more details!

In This Issue:

🎶 The Importance of “Tension-free”
Learn with ease, play with joy!
At our music studios, we focus on tension-free technique, relaxed playing, and creating supportive learning environments.

🎤 Concert Performance Team
Exciting updates

🌳 Music Playdate in the Parks
Fun, outdoor musical activities, free for all participants

❓ Q&A Corner
Q: What studio recitals are coming up?
A: Three recital opportunities this Spring, 2026.

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🎵 Springtime Recitals 🎵
Bringing the joy of music to every season!

This Spring, 2026…
Get ready for three exciting recital opportunities:

• Theme Recital – Celebrate Irish & Latin American music

• Spring Quarter Studio Recitals – Just before Easter

• Destination Recital – A special celebration on Mother’s Day weekend

🎶 Q&A Corner:
Q: Can students request songs or pieces to learn in their lessons?
A: Yes! 🙌 See inside for more details.

Let’s make this Spring a season full of music, creativity, and fun!

Welcome to 2026!

We hope everyone is enjoying a Happy New Year and an exciting start to 2026. We’re looking forward to another year of learning, music, and growth together!

In This Issue:

• School Reopens
  tomorrow, Saturday, January 3, 2026

• Forum Sessions – January 3 & 4
  Upcoming Forums schedules

• Springtime Recitals 2026
  🎼 Three exciting recital opportunities for our students this spring

• Q&A Highlight
  Can I purchase Presto’s Piano Keyboard and/or Grand Staff Assistant for home use?
  Answer: Yes!

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🎶 In This Issue:

Congratulations to all our students!
Who performed in our final two Winter Quarter recitals last Monday, December 22, 2025!
(Pics inside 📸)

Concert Performance Team (CPT) updates

Holiday Vacation and Off-Days

Forum Updates

Q&A Spotlight:
Q: Do you raise prices each year?
A: No! We never raise our membership/tuition prices for enrolled students and families! This is our Price-for-Life Guarantee. (See more details inside)

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