What is the easiest musical instrument to learn to play?

The Harmonica, Ukulele, Piano and Recorder are among the easiest musical instruments to learn to play.

What age should you start voice lessons?

Many parents ask for voice lessons for students as young as 3 or 4 years old, but formal vocal training is not usually successful or appropriate for students this young. It is best to begin voice lessons once the student's voice is more grounded and they have begun to go through puberty.

How long do singing lessons take to work?

This depends entirely on the amount of time a person is able to put into learning. In some cases singing can be learned in only a few months, but some people take 3 years or more to learn how to carry a tune. Learning the intricacies of singing like harmonizing with other vocalists or the skill of vibrato, can take longer.

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Advanced Violin & Viola Technique Class

Call us at (440) 558-6876 to sign up for Spring 2025!

The WMA Advanced Technique Program is for select WMA violin and viola students ages 12 and up who are interested in deepening their understanding of playing technique and musical theory. The program is invitation-only via WMA teachers.

Advanced Program Components:

Technique

Shifting technique
3 octave scales and arpeggios
Double stop technique
Fingerboard geography: intervals across strings

Theory

Dissecting rhythm: subdivision & sight reading
Ear training: pitch recognition & sight singing
Applied theory study for advanced players

Collaboration with Pianist

Opportunity to rehearse with WMA’s Advanced Program collaborative pianist up to 1 hour per semester, scheduled outside of class time
Opportunity to perform with pianist on masterclasses, performance classes, and recitals (collaborative piano fees included in tuition)

Masterclasses

1 masterclass per semester, led by esteemed guest artists
1 performance class per semester, led by a WMA faculty member

Please note that all students will get to perform at least once per semester.

Tuition

$240 per Semester in two payments of $120.

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Class Dates

Fall Semester:

9/28/24

10/12/24

11/9/24

11/23/24

12/7/24

12/21/24

1/4/25: Masterclass/Performance Class

1/18/25: Masterclass/Performance Class

1/24-1/26: WMA solo recitals (specific times TBD)

Spring Semester:

2/8/25

2/22/25

3/8/25

3/22/25

4/5/25

4/19/25

5/3/25

5/17/25: Masterclass/Performance Class

5/31/25: Masterclass/Performance Class

Advanced Violin & Viola Technique Class