Sharla Anderson Studio

10/06/2026

A timeless reminder from Vladimir Horowitz: technique matters, but music begins with the heart. 🎹

10/04/2026

Einstein is best known for his theories of space and time, but music was another constant in his life.

A passionate violinist, he once described music as central to the way he thought, dreamed and experienced the world.

A reminder that creativity doesn’t always fit neatly into one discipline. ✨

10/04/2026

High school students - I highly recommend signing up for Piano Day at Webster University for a chance to study with Nina Ferrigno, a fantastic teacher and performer.

09/27/2026

It was a fun and rewarding day at SLAMTA’s District Auditions. My students all worked hard and played beautifully. Thank you to their parents for bringing them today.

09/13/2026

06/21/2026

Wishing you a joyous Father's Day! Gratitude abounds for nurturing a passion for piano in your children and empowering their artistic growth!

05/30/2026

Summer is a great time to practice and make meaningful progress! Here's Why Encouraging Practice Pays Off:

Many parents want their child to learn an instrument, but feel hesitant about pushing them to practice. It’s common for music teachers to hear, “I don’t want to force my child to do something they don’t want to do.” But here’s the truth: nearly all kids resist practicing at first, just like they resist doing math homework, brushing their teeth, or eating vegetables. And just like those habits, practicing an instrument is a discipline that pays off over time.

Parenting thoughtful, confident, and well-adjusted kids takes a tremendous amount of daily effort. We know how full your schedule already is, especially in the summer when routines are more relaxed and the days fill up fast. But summer is actually one of the best times to start or continue music lessons. Without the added pressure of school, many students make their biggest leaps forward during this season.

As your child continues their musical journey, something amazing happens: they start to take ownership. Practice becomes less of a chore and more of a personal goal. With your encouragement early on, they’ll develop self-motivation, grit, and the kind of discipline that will benefit them for life.

So this summer, give your child a gift that goes far beyond the season. Encourage consistent practice, and you’ll be investing in their confidence, creativity, and character.

05/24/2026

Registration for summer piano lessons is now open and will close on May 28, 2026. The summer session is scheduled to run from June 2 through August 22, 2026. To secure your spot, please complete the online registration form, and you will be contacted with your lesson time after the registration period closes.

Summer session is June 2-August 22, 2026. The deadline for registering for summer 2026 piano lessons is May 28, 2026. Please fill out this form for each of your children to register for summer 2026 piano lessons. If you have two or more children taking piano lessons, please fill out a form for each....

05/24/2026

Here are Isaac and Isaiah Thang-Dinh displaying their well-earned trophies! 🏆