Beth,
I am consistently amazed at every recital. It's really incredible. You know
I saw a picture the other day that had this quote:
Teach music to a child, and give the soul a voice.
You know, when you do the day-to-day work sometimes you don't realize what
you are contributing. In a society fixated on being so techno-savvy...it's
really refreshing to see kids pursuing artistic expression. I was telling
Ken how blessed we are to be able to let Nolan and Natalie take lessons and
take from such a great teacher(s). Cara Batch--2008
We are thrilled with Blake's progress while he has
been with you! I hope his interest in music continues, and I believe that
it will. (Alec too, with Chris as his guitar teacher). Your attention to detail
and your enthusiasm about teaching is greatly appreciated. Your mom is wonderful
too!!
I have had many piano/music teachers throughout my life, but none as talented
and unique as you. I have enjoyed helping Blake along the way… Although,
he hardly ever asks me for help anymore. Now that he can read really well
and has developed more skills, he is less frustrated and can move along by
himself.
Tonya Park---2008
Beth,
The recital was wonderful! I enjoyed the variety and look forward to the future.
You're an incredible teacher!
Pam Hricenak--2008
….wanted to tell you [the recital] was such a lovely event! Everything was so pretty and the children were immensely entertaining! You have done such an amazing job with all the students! It is quite obvious that you love your work and your kids!
Stephanie--2008
"You know I can't say enough good things about you, the studio and group lessons. I was hesitant at first about taking lessons in a group because I thought there wouldn't be enough individualized attention. I was surprised to find that being in a group made me push myself a little harder and that I didn't really want that much solo attention. Group lessons are great because you see what other people struggle with, develop different friendships and feel less pressure to perform for your teacher. I strongly recommend group lessons to anyone interested in learning piano ESPECIALLY if the teacher is Mary Beth at Studio88!" --Angie Sanders
"When our daughter's original piano teacher moved abroad, she fell into a piano slump with her next teacher � not practicing, saying she had nothing to play, making little progress. We moved to Studio 88 and within two lessons she was practicing before school in the morning, amazing for an 8th grader. Going to piano is now one of the highlights of her week. I even started taking lessons again at 46!"---Marsha Koller and Madison
"Our family has enjoyed Studio 88's practical and effective approach to teaching music. Both of our kids have quickly learned new music and new concepts and they are learning how to read music proficiently. The curriculum is very well organized and the kids enjoy learning cooperatively in groups. The recital atmosphere is FUN and shows off the ability of the kids to read music and perform in a relaxed atmosphere with a supportive audience." ---Preston and Pam Gorman
"Hey Ms.Beth, I just had
to say one thing ,
It has been eleven months since I have been taking piano with
you and look where it has gotten me! I just want to tell you that you have
all rights to push me if you believe I can do better. I am very
proud of myself ,so I cant stress this enough, but Thank you Thank you
thank you!"........ Roshnee Raithatha (student)
"Reagan is already playing with both hands and hasn't even been taking a full year. She recently had the confidence to perform in front of hundreds of people at holiday bazaar and then played at a nursing home for the residents. Beth's teaching style and enthusiasm keep Reagan so excited about piano!" ---Joni Meade
"Studio88 is amazing! The group lesson teaching style has been so wonderful for my daughter. Becca loves to learn, but loves to be challenged even more. I believe that having others her age participating in the lesson at the same time as her, has increased the speed in which she's learning to play. The students do not compete against each other, but instead encourage each other, and that is such a refreshing approach!"� ----Stephanie Peniston
"Your passion for music is the reason we are sending our much loved granddaughter to Studio 88. Thank you."� ---Vicki Graffius
"Mrs. Beth is just awesome....she is very attentive and
adaptive in her teaching style which has opened our 9 year old son's eyes
to a whole world of music we never knew was possible. Parents, if you're on
the fence about music lessons, jump over and join us for an
experience you will not forget." ---The Smith Family