How do I get my money back? Also awkward. You usually need to provide one months notice. Great! I have to drag my reluctant child to 4 more lessons! What?! Okay, I get it. I put together a program called “Let’s Try It Out.”
Mulberry Lane inspire create educate
Kathy Lassche 250.709.2541 Music Education Specialist
mulberrylanemusic@shaw.ca
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t’s August and summer activities are slowly coming to an end, kids are getting ready to go back to school, and you are thinking about extra curricular activities. There are a multitude of choices. Karate, dance, skating, soccer, field hockey, swimming, horse back riding, just to name a few. Oh, but what about music lessons? After teaching piano and voice lessons for 27 years, I find music lessons are not at the top of the list. But why? Learning to play an instrument takes focus, concentration, dedication, consistency, patience, creativity, body awareness, agility, emotional awareness, sensitivity, imagination, selfcontrol, and communication skills. Sounds pretty good to me, but let’s face it. Learning to play an instrument takes a lot of hard work, time, and commitment. Most music studios require a year commitment to a time slot. And what if your child doesn’t like it? Now what? A talk with the teacher, which can be awkward.
It’s a chance to find out what’s involved before making a bigger music commitment. I offer 4 half hour lessons at a reduced rate. It’s a great way to find out my teaching approach, studio atmosphere, expectations, how to get a piano, and security in knowing that this is really what my child wants. If you’re an adult, this gives you a chance to try out a new pursuit without a long commitment. Kathy owns Mulberry Lane. She has taught Kindermusik, Strong Start, Artists in the School, produced musicals, hosted fundraiser concerts and recitals. Mulberry Lane has received several Champion for Children awards, and most recently was a Black Tie Award finalist. She currently teaches private piano and voice in her home studio. She offers weekly lessons which range from 30 to 45 to 60 minutes for children, teens and adults. Regular lessons run September to June. New students can now enrol in Let’s Try It Out. For more information contact Kathy at 250 709-2541 mulberrylanemusic@shaw.ca
