The Music Studio

We are pleased to announce that we're seeking another terrific teacher to join our faculty. If you - or someone you know - love to teach all ages, have a music degree with a focus on piano, and want to be a part of a supportive music community, email us at [email protected]. Full-time salary, good benefits, and the chance to inspire in children a lifelong love of music.

We are thrilled to share this week's Midweek Music selection: 'The Fisherman' by Joseph Fennimore. Until recently, Mr. Fennimore was a Master Teacher at The Music Studio, guiding our advanced pianists. He is also a world-renowned composer, particularly of piano, chamber ensemble, and vocal works. "The Fisherman" is part of a larger work, "Cathay" (2005), which includes six pieces for piano. This rendition is extra special to us, as it is performed by Mr. Fennimore's student and Music Studio alum Daniel Teitler, and recorded here in Room 206.

If you're curious about its origins, "The Fisherman" is a musical evocation of the following text, a translation by Peter Rudolph of a Chinese poem attributed to Li Po:

"The earth has swallowed the snow. Again the plum trees are in blossom. The new willow leaves are gold, the lake silver. Now the butterflies, powdered with sulfur, lay their velvet heads within the hearts of flowers. In his still boat the fisherman pulls up his dripping net, rippling the water. He thinks of the woman at home, like a dark swallow in the nest, waiting for her mate to return."

"The Fisherman", for piano, by Joseph Fennimore "The Fisherman", from "Cathay" (six pieces for piano, published in ...

Music Studio Families - Don't miss Creative Keyboard JumpStart! This class is designed to give students headed to Creative Keyboard I in the fall a chance to review old concepts and preview new skills. And because we are especially focused on having fun, they won't just be ready—they'll be excited too. Scheduling options are as follows: 7/27 – 8/13 Monday/Thursday from 6:30 - 7:30 pm OR 7/28 – 8/14 Tuesday/Friday from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.

Summer classes for ages 2 - 7 are up and running at The Music Studio, and a handful of spots are still available for July and August!

These short-term, brain-boosting classes are the perfect way to add a little music to your summer. And a little fun, too!

Take a look at their open classes at https://themusicstudio.com/program/summer/

The music doesn't stop when we're on summer vacation....just ask Jacob and Rochelle, today's Midweek Musicians! They brightened up a rainy day in NYC with the help of Sing for Hope's artist-designed pianos. Where in the world have you brought your musical gifts this summer!? Send a pic or a video to [email protected]

Summer classes for ages 2 - 7 are up and running, and a handful of spots are still available for July and August! These short-term, brain-boosting classes are the perfect way to add a little music to your summer. And a little fun, too! Take a look at our open classes at https://themusicstudio.com/program/summer/