Songbird Studios

Songbird Studios has a new teacher! Mackenzie is now teaching piano and taking beginner students! So happy to have her as a teacher :)

Our 6th annual Christmas Recital is only 39 days away! Mark your calendars for December 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Falcon's Landing.

21 Most Creative Sheet Music Artworks

These are beautiful works of art created with sheet music. Number 10 is my favorite :)

cmuse.org Art Enthusiasts have been using sheet music in their art projects for years and now the trend is catching on. Take a look at some great ideas for turning old sheet music into unique one of a kind creations and home dec...

Singing Stars Voice Class!

REGISTER NOW FOR A SUMMER SINGING CLASS!

If your child has always loved singing, then this class is for them! ”Singing Stars” is an 8-week class that will introduce basic singing techniques and sightsinging skills in a fun, non-threatening environment and will give children a chance to sing in a group. The class is structured like a children’s choir.

For dates, details, and to register, visit http://songbird-studios.com/camps/

songbird-studios.com The types of songs we will sing will include classic American “folk” songs, simple tunes in other languages, hymns, show tunes, etc.

- Open to all children, ages 5 and up
- Every Monday from June 30 – August 25, excluding July 14
- 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
- Class is $150/child for the 8-week session. Th...

Summer Camps & Classes 2014 «

REGISTER NOW for Summer Camps & Classes!! This year I'm offering Music Explorers Camp, Singing Stars Class, and WunderKeys Preschool Piano Class. Click here for all the details and to register: http://songbird-studios.com/camps/

songbird-studios.com Children of all ages and musical levels will love these fun summer music camps and classes!

I hope all of you are enjoying your snow day! It's been a productive day for me...been planning all of my music summer camps for this year! Stay tuned...they will all be announced later this week :)

Happy Birthday, Mozart!

Happy birthday to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the greatest classical composers of all time, who was born in Salzburg 258 years ago today. He died at the age of 35, leaving a wonderful and varied musical legacy. http://bit.ly/1jAiiTS

No lessons again today! Everyone enjoy your 2nd snow day!! :)

I'm SOOO proud of all my students!! They have been working so hard on their Christmas songs and they sound wonderful. Can't wait for you all to hear them at the recital on Sunday :)

Christmas Recital Update: Our recital will be on Sunday, December 8 at 2:30 p.m. at Falcons Landing Retirement Community! Looking forward to seeing you all there...please feel free to share this post with any friends/family you would like to invite :)

By now, all of my students have their Christmas songs and are diligently practicing them for this year's Christmas Recital! Now all I have to do is nail down a location.... Parents, stay tuned!

June 21, 2013

Getting so excited about this year's Christmas recital! All my students are being assigned their pieces this week! Parent's, stay tuned for more details about date/time :)

It's recital day! I'll see you all at 3:30 at Guilford Baptist Church :)

I can't wait to announce the winners of the practice competition...all my students worked SO hard!

Summer Camps 2013 «

Registration is now open for the Songbird Studios Music Camps!!

Choose from:
- Music Explorers Camp
- Singing Stars Voice Camp
- Music Makers Composition Camp

Camps are open to ALL children ages 4+, regardless of their musical experience. For full details and to register, visit http://songbird-studios.com/camps/

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songbird-studios.com As music detectives, the children will go on a new and exciting musical adventure each week. They will explore the world of music through scavenger hunts, games, activities, and more! Topics will change each week and will include lessons on rhythm, famous composers, note reading, etc. No musical...

Summer Recital 2013 «

The location and time is finalized for our summer recital! What are some of your favorite recital memories/songs from when you were growing up?

songbird-studios.com We’re starting summer off on the right note with a recital on June 21, 2013, at 3:30 in the afternoon. Songs will range from classical to jazz to favorites. Invite your friends and family and join us for an afternoon of entertainment!

Hey parents! If you are looking for summer camps for your children, check out these 3 FREE sports camps at my church! I will be one of the cheerleading coaches and I guarantee your kids will have a BLAST!! You can register online here:

Baskteball: http://ctbasketballcamp2013.eventbrite.com/
Cheerleading: http://ctcheerleadingcamp2013.eventbrite.com/
Soccer: http://ctsoccercamp2013.eventbrite.com/

Star Student of the Month «

Dinneen is this month's Star Student!! Way to go, Dinneen :)

songbird-studios.com Meet Dinneen, this month’s Star Student! Dinneen is 11 years old and has been taking piano lessons from Miss Leah for a little over 3 years. She has also studied voice on and off as it fits into her schedule. Dinneen loves being homeschooled and her favorite subject is reading. You can often fin...

Hi parents! Please check your e-mail for some important information about summer lessons. Also, our Summer Recital is scheduled for Friday, June 21, at 3:30. Mark your calendars...it's going to a be a fun one! :)

Star Student of the Month «

Meet Cara, this month's Star Student!

songbird-studios.com Meet Cara, this month’s Star Student! Cara is 8 years old and in 3rd grade. Her favorite subjects in school are math and social studies. One of Cara’s favorite extracurricular activities is competitive swimming. She has a big meet coming up in April and she is excited to swim the 100m freestyle!...

Star Student of the Month «

Meet Tatum, the Star Student of the Month. She just finished her first practice chart, showing that she has practiced 100 days! So proud of her :)

http://songbird-studios.com/star-student-of-the-month-2/

songbird-studios.com February’s Star Student of the Month is Tatum! Tatum is 6 years old and in 1st grade. When asked what her favorite subject in school was, she quickly said, “Lunch!” :) She also likes art and math. Tatum has been taking piano lessons from Miss Leah since September and is really enjoying them! So...

Star Student of the Month «

Meet Zoe, the Star Student of the Month! http://songbird-studios.com/star-student-of-the-month/

songbird-studios.com Meet Zoe, the January 2013 Star Student of the Month! Zoe is 8 years old and is home-schooled. Her favorite part of school is studying spelling with her dad each night. Zoe has been taking lessons from Miss Leah since September 2012. So far, her favorite song to play is Silent Night, which she p...

Jumping Jack Sports

Hey parents, just wanted to pass this along if any of you are down to the wire with your Christmas shopping. My sister works here and promises it will be a really fun night for the kids (and a great evening of shopping for you :)

Hey Parents! There's still time to sign your kids up for our special event, our Holiday Drop-n-Shop! Tomorrow, December 21st from 5:30-8:30 pm (with extended care available until 10pm), sign your kids up for some holiday fun! Kids will enjoy free play, games, Christmas cookie decorating, a holiday craft, pizza dinner, Christmas story, and SO MUCH MORE! Your kids are NOT going to miss out on this event...it's going to be so much fun! Must call to pre-register (703)-858-9901! Only $25 per child, or $40 per child with the extended care until 10pm. Ages 4-12 yrs

What a fantastic recital!! I am so proud of all my students...all their hard work certainly paid off! One of my favorite moments was when a young boy said, "I think this recital was more fun than all of Christmas Day!" I don't know about that, but I'm sure glad my students had a great time :)

2012 Christmas Recital! «

T minus 9 days until this year's Christmas Recital! This is one of my favorite events of the year and I'm so excited! Here is a link to some last-minute information and updates:

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Christmas Teaching Schedule «

Christmas Teaching Schedule: http://songbird-studios.com/christmas-teaching-schedule/

songbird-studios.com Any other dates between now and the new year will have lessons as usual, unless I specifically tell you otherwise. Hopefully this will keep us all on the same page :) Thank you!

One of my students is counting down the days 'til the Christmas Recital: 22 days! Keep practicing, everyone :)

Happy Birthday to my students Mary K., Joslyn L., and Natalie S. who all have birthdays in November!! You girls share your birthday month with these famous composers: Vincenzo Bellini (1801), John Philip Sousa (1854), and Benjamin Britten (1913) to name a few :)

Lang Lang: 101 Pianists - The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing...

Hey Parents! Are you looking for something fun to do with your young musicians this weekend? On Saturday, Nov. 10, The Kennedy Center is hosting "Lang Lang: 101 Pianists." It would be a great outing for the whole family! For full details and to purchase tickets, visit http://www.kennedy-center.org/events/?event=NNLLF

www.kennedy-center.org As part of his week in residency, pianist Lang Lang and 100 young DC-area pianists come together for a life-changing (for them) and thrilling (for...

Meet Natalie, the November 2012 Student of the Month! Natalie is turning 10 years old in just a few weeks–November 20! She is in 4th Grade and her favorite subject in school is Reading. She has been taking lessons from Miss Leah since this summer. She is very excited about all the Christmas music she is learning, especially so that she can play it for anyone who visits her house during the holiday season. Her favorite Christmas song to play is “Jingle Bells.” When Natalie is not practicing piano or working on homework, you will probably find her reading or playing outside.

Miss Leah says:
“It has been so much fun to teach Natalie these past few months. She is a very motivated student who practices often, and her practice definitely pays off. She is moving very quickly through the level 1 books and will be getting new books very soon. I am very impressed with Natalie’s behavior during each lesson. She sits so quietly and pays very close attention, which makes my job a lot easier! :) I am excited to see her perform in her first recital in December; I know she will do a fantastic job! Happy early Birthday, Natalie, and keep up the great work!”

Closings & Delays

Just heard that Loudoun County Schools and offices will be closed tomorrow (Tuesday) so no lessons tomorrow either :( Stay safe and I hope no one loses power!

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