Gradus ad Parnassum

With each prospective student, we outline the goals: childhood exposure to music, performance in school, studying for a hobby or a career.

The benefits of music are numerous, the goals are inspiring, -- but the road to the summit of your dream is just as fascinating as the destination.

The study of music mobilizes our senses and stimulates minds, builds character and confidence.

It is a journey of discovery, and then mastery of what we discover.

 To read more, visit the Philosophy page.

Curricula, Styles of Music and Repertoire

“When I hear music… I am related to the earliest times, and to the latest.” -- H.D. Thoreau

The treasury of culture that we are enjoying today has accumulated over centuries, evolving from the Renaissance to Contemporary time.

For a well-rounded musician,.a balanced diet of styles is important.

Together with the student, we tailor the curriculum to suit their individuality and pace of study.

 Focus on your favorite music (ex. Classical or Jazz), yet feel welcome to explore other styles.

To read more, visit the Piano or Guitar page.

Inside the studio: “Classya” music room:

• A professional-quality upright piano with a lovely tone and a comfortable keyboard.
• The students can have access to a full-size grand piano, a digital piano, and classical and acoustic guitars.
• A collection of small percussion and ethnic instruments helps our youngest students to explore sound and rhythm, and serves as a fun tool
• for piano and guitar lessons
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• The vast library offers materials for music theory and history, method books, and performance literature for all levels and ages.
• For online lessons, we use a specially designed set of computers and video cameras that provide detailed views in real-time streaming.

Outside the studio:

With plenty of parking space, parents are welcome to wait inside and observe the lesson, in full or in part.

Others may fulfill their shopping needs just 5-10 minutes from the studio: Whole Foods, Costco and other popular stores.

Performance Opportunities and Achievement Recognition

“By means of industry and perseverance, you will rise higher and higher.” -- R. Schumann

As a member and the faculty of the National Guild of Piano Teachers and Music Teachers National Association for over 25 years,

Mrs. Mirvis offers opportunities to participate in various state and county merit events.

She holds two studio recitals per year, and her students perform in the annual Piano Guild Auditions.

Her students have won in competitions and played in Honor Recitals at Carnegie Hall, NY;

and have been winners in festivals in Pennsylvania, California, and Maryland.

Students have undertaken community music projects, served as choral, church, band and solo accompanists,

and continue their music studies and involvement in colleges.

Asya Mirvis, member/adjudicator of The National Guild of Piano Teachers, of MTNA and MSMTA since 1997, author of articles on music.

 Contact to request a phone conference and a free initial meeting meeting: asya.mirvis@gmail.com