MUSIC PROGRAMS
 
 ► Private Piano Lessons
Private piano lessons allow students to progress at their own pace.  Private instruction covers music reading, technique and artistry, music theory, and performance coaching.  A variety of styles may be taught such as classical, pop, jazz, and Christian music, according to the student's interests.  Following the individual instruction, students complete an assignment in the music lab. Excellent music software, videos, CDs, listening examples and worksheets are available to accomplish a variety of objectives, such as improved speed of note and chord recognition, accuracy of rhythms, knowledge of musical styles, eras, and composers, and more.  Students can start private lessons as young as 5 years old.  Children not yet in first grade must schedule a meeting with the teacher to assess readiness for private piano study.  Students can start private lessons any time of the year so there's no need to wait to get started.

Contact the school office to see which times and days are available.
 
 ► Group Lessons - Piano
Group lessons for the beginning to early intermediate student, provide a psychologically sound atmosphere for learning through teamwork, positive peer influence, and frequent classroom performance opportunities.  Students are grouped according to age and ability.   The piano classroom is equipped with digital pianos with headphones.  During a typical class, the students will play some pieces aloud in unison.  This reinforces the necessity of playing with a steady beat and accurate rhythm.  At other times, each student will play a section of a piece by turns, providing each student the chance to be heard by himself, while teaching the rest of the class to follow the music visually.  When working on a new piece or a difficult section, piano students will wear headphones so they can work independently and the teacher can offer individual help.  New concepts and theory are taught by the teacher to the group as a whole and reinforced with worksheets and games designed to make the drill more fun.  Acceptance of a transfer student into a group requires audition to determine level and probability of success within the group. 

New groups typically form in August only.
 
► Private Instrumental and Vocal Lessons
Private lessons are offered on violin, guitar and voice.  One-on-one instruction allows students to progress at their own pace and gain solid understanding of musical techniques.  Students can start private lessons any time of the year so there's no need to wait to get started.

Contact the school office to see which times and days are available.

 
► Vocal Singing Class
For the student with a love for singing, this preparatory voice class provides instruction in a small group setting, allowing for more individual attention, without the demands or expense of a one-on-one private lesson.  The class lays the base for students planning to take private lessons in the future, and serves to help students perform better in school and church chorus.  The curriculum covers singing technique, ear-training, sight-singing, and repertoire.

Tuition:   Tuition is $260 for the semester.  A monthly installment plan of $65 per month Sept - Dec is available for your budgeting convenience.

               CF = Copperfield.  Cyfair Music & Arts, 7103 Glen Chase Ct, Houston 77095

 

 
 
► Teacher Qualifications
Piano -   Our teachers are all professionals All our piano instructors studied piano at the university level.  The majority have Master's Degrees in piano performance or piano pedagogy.  All have extensive teaching experience.  All piano teachers are members of the Music Teacher's National Association (MTNA), the Texas Music Teacher's Association (TMTA), and the Cypress Creek Music Teacher's Association (CCMTA).  This provides numerous opportunities for students to participate in festivals, exam, etc. if they so desire.

Voice - All of our voice instructors have university-level training in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy, as well as extensive performance and teaching experience. 

Violin - Our string instructors have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Violin Performance and Music Education.  Half of our string instructors have a Master's Degree in Violin.

Guitar -  With over 20 years of experience teaching guitar, our instructor will teach you to read music and well as chords, strumming techniques, and the styles you want to learn.

 
► Recitals and Concerts
Students are given an opportunity to perform in recitals throughout the year.  All of our music recitals have free admission, so the whole family and friends can attend and enjoy the performances. 
 
► Texas Theory Exam, Festivals, Competitions, Guild
Most of our teachers belong to one or more professional music educator organizations, such as Music Teachers National Association, Texas Music Teachers Association, a local association, and/or Guild.  Students wishing to expand their musical education by taking part in extra music activities sponsored by these organizations have the opportunity to do so.  Some are high-caliber and very competitive; others are low-key and casual. Your teacher will let you know about available opportunities.  Any entry fees are paid directly to your teacher, who in turn submits them to the sponsoring organization.

 

 
 

Cy-Fair Music and Arts

7103 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095

Phone:  281-855-8855      Fax:  281-855-8259

Email:  CFMusicAndArts@aol.com