Sonatina Music Studio offers private piano lessons and Music Together® classes for families with children from birth to age 5. Our experienced instructors focus on nurturing creativity, musical passion, and fun!
Our Philosophy
At Sonatina Music Studio, we believe that every person can learn and enjoy music. We aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment where students can foster their creativity, form connections, and explore self-expression through music!
About Your Instructor
In addition to having over 20 years of piano teaching experience across all ages and levels, Jen has been a General Music Teacher and Choral Director since 2002. She holds an AS in Music, a Bachelor's in Piano Pedagogy, a Master's in Music Education, and Music Together Director's Certification. She tries to help foster a love of music while emphasizing musicality, creativity, and freedom of expression.
Benefits of Piano Lessons and Music Together®
Learning music offers numerous benefits: it fosters discipline and patience while enhancing hand-eye coordination and motor skills. It boosts cognitive abilities and memory while encouraging creativity and self-expression.
As a lifelong skill, it brings joy in solo and shared experiences while increasing confidence and self-esteem!
Music Together® for Mixed Ages.
Classes now offered at 2 locations: Monday class is full, but Wednesday and Thursday classes still have openings!
Jonesville United Methodist Church in Clifton Park on Mondays from 5-5:45 PM starting on 4/7 and Wednesday 10-10:45 AM starting on 4/9
Schenectady Jewish Community Center on Thursdays from 11:15 AM to 12 PM starting on April 17th. Class will run contingent on enrollment.
Music Together® was the first early childhood music program to offer music classes for mixed ages. Child development researchers have known for a long time that the natural, family-style environment of mixed-age classes are the best way for young children to learn. In our experience, it works! In Mixed-Age classes, the older children love to show what they know, and the younger ones love to watch and imitate. The relaxed, no-pressure environment lets all kids learn at their own pace. Music Together is music and movement for babies, toddlers, preschoolers. . . and the grownups who love them®
Piano Lessons (Only offered at the Jonesville United Methodist Church)
- Expert Music Teachers: Jennifer is an experienced teacher ready to help you develop your musical skills and increase knowledge while creating a pathway to self-expression and creativity.
- Flexible Lesson Times: Flexible lessons to fit your busy schedule
- Performance Opportunities: From recitals to competitions, there are multiple ways to showcase newly learned skills
- Differentiated Instruction: Tailored lessons to adapt to the strengths and weaknesses of individual needs
- What Do They Teach?: Students will be instructed in the areas of playing technique, ear training, understanding and application of written theory, and will be provided with many opportunities for composition and improvisation.
- Studio Policy: Due to space restrictions and because you are reserving a specific slot, missed lessons will not be made up.
