Lesson times are divided into subjects following Eastern European teaching philosophies while using Faber methodology. Time is spent covering the main lesson unit of the week, where students are taught musical concepts, dictation, notation, phrasing, terminology and pedaling.

Technique is then addressed, to help students learn how to apply lesson unit concepts, as well as how to achieve maximum precision and efficiency in the mastering of their instrument.

Students are required to complete all scalar studies, including but not limited to: All major Pentatonics, All Major and Minor Diatonics (1, 2, and 4 octaves) from memorization in order by the Circle of Fifths, all Modal Scales, Chromatic ascending and descending scales, as well as Whole tone Scales. Students will also master all Junior Hanon, Hanon, Burgmüller, and Czerny exercises and excerpts. 

Performance pieces are included in each lesson, to train the student in choosing ideal pieces for their level, and personality. It is also an essential aid in learning stage presence, how to play for the audience, as well as performance etiquette.

Classical Repertoire across a vast variety of genres is chosen based on students level and field of study. These pieces are chosen based on upcoming performances, auditions, adjudications, and entrance exams the student may face throughout the year.

Each lesson also includes units on Theory and Composition, where students are guided through, theoretical analysis, chord structure, note-spelling, scale structure, chordal analysis, comprehension of complex rhythmical patterns, SATB dictation, key signatures, time signatures, and composition construction.  

Students (age 8 and above) also are required to study music history, and are asked to submit a weekly biography of an assigned composer covering all genres of composition, as well as major music events in history. During our field trip season (May through September) students study one composer per month in greater depth, to prepare for each field trip that is designed specifically to highlight ways to connect music to our natural world and common interests. 

Throughout the year, students are also given supplemental opportunities to expand on their musical knowledge by participating in school events that help to bridge the gap between music education and classic academia. Musical science fairs, instrument engineering, music of the world and cultural studies, as well as chances to build linguistic and essay writing skills, are offered periodically throughout the year. 

Our educators pride themselves on providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes a holistic approach to music education. We believe focusing on the well being and universal development of every student will ultimately set them up for success.