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Greetings!
Welcome to our monthly newsletter. It's purpose is to keep SoundStage families up to date on all that is happening at our school. Be sure to read it every month as there will be special features of interest including student and teacher of the month as well as important dates and events to remember. In addition, each month we will hold a raffle with a free prize given to a current student. The Newsletter will also include other special features like money saving coupons, color photos and articles of interest. If you are not receiving the email version, let us know by calling 267 682 0965 or view it on our website at www.soundstagemusic.com.
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Student of the Month
Jen Deasy
Jen is a freshman at Upper Dublin High School and a straight A Honors student. Her favorite subject is math. Jen is a member of the Latin Club and Anime Club at school. She recently received an award from the Philadelphia Classical Society for an artistic project. Jen studies fencing at the Fencing Academy of Philadelphia. This summer Jen plans to take courses at Montgomery County Community College. Jen loves all kinds of music and especially enjoys attending concerts. She recently saw Bon Jovi in concert in Philadelphia.Jen has been studying piano at SoundStage for five years. She enjoys her lessons and loves the challenge of a new piece to learn. Additionally, Jen finds playing the piano very relaxing. After a long day at school or after long hours of studying, Jen likes to play piano and unwind. Jen recently learned to play her first Invention by Bach and really enjoyed the satisfaction of learning such a difficult piece. Jen is now learning a Beethoven Sonatina.
THANKS TO THE DEASY FAMILY FOR REFERRING FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO SOUNDSTAGE. |
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Refer a Friend Program
Limited Time Offer
And get $50.00 off your next months tuition
Do you have a friend who might like to take lessons? If you refer them to SoundStage and they take 1 month of lessons, we will give you $50.00 off of your next months tuition. There is no limit to how often you can take advantage of this offer. But it will not last forever so act now.
It is very easy to refer someone. Just have them contact us or supply us with their info and let us get the ball rolling. |
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Teacher of the Month
Monique Canniere
Monique has been with SoundStage almost since the founding of the school. It is her versatility as a musician and teacher that makes her so valuable and popular. She has a Masters Degree in music performance, sings and plays multiple instruments. At Soundstage she teaches voice, strings, guitar and piano. She is familiar with many styles and genres, has acted in musicals, performed with dancers and has a lot of experience performing, improvising and playing by ear. Monique has performed or studied with John Blake, Kanye West, Diana Krall, Gunther Schuller, John Corigliano (composer of "The Red Violin.") She is currently recording an album of original songs, expected to be released 2012. She is also singer and violinist in the Divine Hand Ensemble.
Here is Monique's philosophy of teaching, " I approach each student individually, get a sense of their skill level as well as musical interests, and develop a course of study from there. I make a point of incorporating a basic fundamental technique and theory with all of my students, but then focus on the music that they want to study/sing. I try to influence them with passion and love of music, and try to have as much fun with it as possible.
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Sold Out Teachers
Many teachers have sold out most of their available lesson times. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list.
There are still limited lesson spots available.
To enquire about openings for the Spring or Summer call the office
at 267 682 0965.
Here's a partial list of who's full: as of April 25, 2011
Monique Canniere: Mon.4:00 - 6:00, Tues. 3:30 - 5:30, Weds. 3:30 - 6:00, Thurs. 3:30 - 5:30 SOLD OUT
Mickey Leone: Weds. 3:30 to 8,
Thurs. 3:30 - 8:00 SOLD OUT
Julie Myers: Mon. 4:00 - 8:00, Tues. 3:00 - 5:00,
Weds. 4:30 - 8:00, Thurs. 3:30 - 6:30 SOLD OUT
Amy Schumaker: Mon. 3:30 - 8:00, Weds. 4:00 - 8:00 SOLD OUT
Pete McRae: Mon. 4:00 - 6:30, Tues. 5:30 - 8:00,
Thurs. 4:00 - 8:00 SOLD OUT
Katie Eagleson: Tues. 4:30 to 8:00 SOLD OUT
Carol Tileston: Mon. 3:30 - 7:30, Thurs. 5:00 - 8:00 SOLD OUT
Paul Deck: Mon. 6:00 - 8:00, Weds. 5:00 - 7:00 SOLD
Theo Smith: Mon. 5:00 - 8:00, Tues. 6:00 - 8:00, Thurs. 5:30 - 8:00 SOLD OUT
Mike Fioriglio: Tues. 3:30 - 8:00, Thurs. 4:00 - 7:30 SOLD OUT
Ryan Clikeman: Sat.10:00 - 2:00 SOLD OUT
Chris Walters: Tues. 5:00 to 8:00, SOLD OUT
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SOUNDSTAGE ADDS ANOTHER GREAT TEACHER TO STAFF
We are proud to welcome Karen Windle to the SoundStage staff on Brass, Woodwinds, and Piano. Karen graduated from Lebanon Valley College in May of 2010. She received a Bachelors of Science degree in Music Education. Karen has been playing trumpet for twelve years and has been teaching students for the past two. In addition to teaching at SoundStage, she currently teaches music to students with intellectual, physical, and behavioral disabilities.
Karen will teach Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Oboe, Bassoon, and Piano.
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Soundstage Staff News
Amy Schumaker
Soundstage teacher Amy Schumaker's ensemble, The Atlantic Brass Band, has recently been launched into the brass banding world spotlight. On April 9th, they competed at the National Brass Banding Association's (NABBA) yearly competition in Grand Rapids, Michigan and upset the four-time champions, Fountain City Brass Band. Fountain City was expecting to tie the longest winning streak in NABBA's history. They were previously ranked as the top North American band and one of the top bands in the world. As a result of their win, Atlantic has been invited to compete in the next European Brass Banding championship that will take place in Rotterdam, Holland. The Atlantic Brass Band can be found at www.atlanticbrassband.org and Facebook. Their CD's are available for download on www.amazon.com.
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 Raffle Winner for Free Prize Ellie Kooman
Congratulations Ellie!!
This months Raffle winner - Ellie Kooman - Chosen at random from all students who have been studying continuously for the last 12 months. Congratulations Ellie!
You win a 20.00 gift certificate to Marcella's Music good toward any in-stock purchase of music, accessories or gifts-- Congratulations and hurry and contact us Ellie. Your gift is waiting. |
Marcella's Music In Glenside
The Best in Written Music
This month we want to feature our good friends at Marcella's Music. Are you studying piano? Drums? Guitar? Clarinet? Violin? Bagpipe? Come browse (yes, a place where you can still do that!) through their selection of methods, repertoire, ensembles, etc. Or perhaps you may need reeds, rosin, a music stand, a metronome, some manuscript paper. Are you looking for that perfect end-of-year teacher gift or a gift certificate for that special musician in your life? Marcella's can help there too. If you are looking for a specific title/item, call first--215-517-8466. They can tell you if it's in stock or available for order. Customer service is what will keep you coming back! Feel good about supporting a local business! If you can't get here in person They can ship your order.
Marcella's Music is located nearby at 24 E. Glenside Ave. (2nd floor) in Glenside, PA 19038, across the street from the old Rizzo's Restaurant/now the new TreVi Restaurant which is 1/2 block east of Easton Rd. and the Glenside Train Station. Hours are M/Tu/F 10-5, W/Th 9-6, Sat. 10-3.
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What students are saying
about SoundStage
My daughter has been a student of SoundStage for several years and her confidence and skills have been greatly encouraged by their competent staff . Their laid back approach has enabled her to approach her music training in a relaxed and nurturing environment. I especially enjoy the fact that they encourage performing at whatever level you happen to be at for their frequent concerts. This has helped with her confidence in other performances and even public speaking. - Angela Bleemer
One of the best things about Sound Stage is the teachers. The right teacher is a critical part of the musical experience. We currently take lessons from 4 different teachers each week and every one is exactly what my children need! These relationships have developed their musical skills, expanded their musical interests and helped to ensure that music will always be a part of their lives! - Jackie Gress |
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