E M M A B A R T L E T T M U S I C S T U D I O
Piano Instruction
Private Lessons
Private lessons are intended for students who are dedicated to practicing a minimum of 30 minutes a day, 6 days a week, with parental help. Private students often take part in recitals, exams, and competitions.
Students enjoy playing a combination of classical and pop music, and are encouraged to play music that interests them. Music Theory, Ear Training, and Sight Reading are also an integral part of our lessons.
Lessons with Emma are $60/30 minutes, $90/45 minutes, or $120/60 minutes. Lessons are offered for all ages and levels.
Lessons with Ben are $50/30 minutes. Lessons are specialized for beginners of all ages.
Kids Group Piano Classes
Make music and have fun together with 4-5 other students in a group setting!
Group piano class is intended for music-loving students with busy schedules. Practicing at home during the week is encouraged, but not required.
Students meet for one hour each week and have the opportunity to progress through their method books, scales, and solos as well as playing together on an ensemble piece.
A 60-minute group class is $55.
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Adult Group Piano Classes
Every Monday from 6:30-7:30pm is our Adult Beginner Sip & Play Class. New and late beginners are all welcome, join us for a fun evening of laughter and music! Music and charcuterie are provided, bring a beverage to sip.
Classes are $45 per week.
The fourth Tuesday of each month from 7-8pm is our Adult Intermediate to Advanced Sip & Play Repertoire Class. If you're ready to play a prepared piece in front of a small group, join us! Constructive comments, supportive peers, and charcuterie are provided. Bring a piece to play, and a beverage to sip.
Drop in fee is $25.
Recitals
Students have the opportunity to perform throughout the school year at two studio recitals, multiple MTAC All-Level recitals, the Bach Festival Young Artists Showcase, and the MTAC Annual Scholarship Audition for cash prizes.
Certificate of Merit and ABRSM
Emma has served on the Board of Directors for the Music Teachers' Association of California, Monterey, and as Branch Chair for the Certificate of Merit Evaluations. Students who would like to participate must be registered during the month of September. As of 2023, students can choose between in-person or online testing. For more information, please visit the MTAC website.
ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) exam preparation is also offered. These are year round and can be taken when the student is ready. Exams can be done in-person or online. For more information, please visit the ABRSM website.
Charter Schools
Emma and Ben are both vendors with Ocean Grove Charter School, and we're happy to work with homeschooling families to set up a PO for lessons. Lessons are $60 per 30 minutes.
Trial Lessons
Prospective students are encouraged to attend a trial lesson prior to committing to a block of lessons.
The Trial Lesson Fee is the same as a half-hour lesson.
For the studio's terms and conditions, please see the Policies page