Important dates organized by studio term.

I will email a signup genius for summer term lessons on April 29. Please complete the form by May 6 for first priority on scheduling. The schedule allows for flexibility for travel. Students are encouraged to take some lessons during the summer to maintain skills and to get a head start on fall festival pieces.

Through Aug 20, 2026

Through Aug 4, 2026

Through Aug 28, 2026

Fall tuition is due August 15.

Fall semester weekly lessons begin.

Through Dec 17, 2026

Through Sep 15, 2026

Trio Rehearsals will take the place of regular lessons this week. Parents are invited to listen for the last five minutes. I have a few books to loan. You can sign up here. Group 1 Monday, October 19, 4:30-5:00 p.m. Grand Trios Book 1, Clapping Tune, by Melody Bober Hana (high), Matilde (middle), Hyejin (Hana's mom) (low)  Group 2 Tuesday, October 20, 4:15-5:00 p.m. Grand Trios Book 1, Sailing Open Waters by Melody Bober Cecilia (high), Paul (middle), Rene (low)  Group 3 Tuesday, October 20, 5:00-5:45 p.m. Grand Trios Book 3, Blueberry Blues by Melody Bober Anagrace (high), Charlotte B (middle), Kiyan (low)  Group 4 Monday, October 19, 5:00-5:45 p.m. Grand Trios Book 3, Uno Dos Tres Quatro by Melody Bober James (low), Jasper (middle), Liesel (high)  Group 5 Tuesday, October 19, 5:45-6:30 p.m. The Bluegrass Fiddlers by Margaret Goldston Everett (middle), Brooks (middle), Charlotte H (high), Michael O (low), Chris (Everett's dad) (high), Rene (low)  Group 6 Monday, October 19, 5:45-6:30 p.m. Grand Trios Book 4, Unsolved Mystery, by Melody Bober Cole (middle), Anabella (middle), Avie (low), Max (high), Seth (low), Rene (high)  Group 7 Tuesday, October 20, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Grand Trios Book 5, Chilly Nor'easter, by Melody Bober Bailey (high), Amara (middle), Kyla (low), Ishaan (middle), Simon (low), Rene (high)  Group 8 Monday, October 19, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Grand Trios Book 6 Tarantella in dm by Melody Bober Leo (middle), Jeffrey (low), Sammy (middle), Sloan (high), Rene (low)

Through Oct 20, 2026

Through Oct 24, 2026

Studio recital for private lesson students.

Studio recital for private lesson students.

Through Nov 23, 2026

Activities for these class lessons will be planned to help students prepare for the State Theory tests in February. Classes are based on theory test level so students should plan to come at their assigned time.  Preparatory Level:  12:30-1:00 p.m. Hana, Mati  Level 1A and 1B:  1:00-1:45 p.m. Cecilia, Paul  Level 2A and 2B:   2:00-2:45 p.m. Group 1: Anagrace, Charlotte B, Liesel, Charlotte H   2:45-3:30 p.m. Group 2: Kiyan, James, Everett, Jeffrey, Simon  Level 3A and 3B:  3:45-4:30 p.m. Jasper, Brooks, Michael, Cole  Level 4:  4:30-5:15 p.m. Group 1: Anabella, Avie, Max, Seth   5:15-6:00 p.m. Group 2: Amara, Bailey, Ishaan, Kyla  Level 5/6:  6:15-7:00 p.m. Leo, Sloan, Sammy

Studio recital for private lesson students.

Studio recital for private lesson students.

Activities for these class lessons will be planned to help students prepare for the State Theory tests in February. Classes are based on theory test level so students should plan to come at their assigned time.  Preparatory Level:  12:30-1:00 p.m. Hana, Mati  Level 1A and 1B:  1:00-1:45 p.m. Cecilia, Paul  Level 2A and 2B:  2:00-2:45 p.m. Group 1: Anagrace, Charlotte B, Liesel, Charlotte H  2:45-3:30 p.m. Group 2: Kiyan, James, Everett, Jeffrey, Simon  Level 3A and 3B:  3:45-4:30 p.m. Jasper, Brooks, Michael, Cole  Level 4:  4:30-5:15 p.m. Group 1: Anabella, Avie, Max, Seth  5:15-6:00 p.m. Group 2: Amara, Bailey, Ishaan, Kyla  Level 5/6,  6:15-7:00 p.m. Leo, Sloan, Sammy

Through Jan 10, 2027

The first test will be a take-home test. It is closed book. But there is not a time limit. You are on your honor. Tests must be returned to me by Thursday, January 21 at 6 p.m. so that I can grade them and provide feedback at the following lessons. I will be available for questions on Wednesday evening, January 20 from 6:45-7:45 p.m., most likely Zoom. More details later.

Through Jan 22, 2027

Students will take sample theory test #2 at my house. Activities for these class lessons will be planned to help students prepare for the State Theory tests in February. Classes are based on theory test level so students should plan to come at their assigned time. Preparatory Level: 12:30-1:00 p.m. Hana, Mati Level 1A and 1B: 1:00-1:30 p.m. Ceclia, Paul Level 2A and 2B: during the overlap time, we will do the listening questions 1:30-2:30 p.m. Group 1: Anagrace, Charlotte B, Liesel, Charlotte H 2:15-3:15 p.m. Group 2: Kiyan, James, Everett, Jeffrey, Simon Level 3A and 3B: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Jasper, Brooks, Michael, Cole Level 4: during the overlap time, we will do the listening questions 4:30-5:30 p.m. Group 1: Anabella, Avie, Max, Seth 5:15-6:15 p.m. Group 2: Amara, Bailey, Ishaan, Kyla Level 5/6: 6:15-7:15 p.m. Leo, Sloan, Sammy

Through Jan 31, 2027

This event is required for all students. It is a written and aural theory test sponsored by Virginia State Music Teachers Association.

Through Apr 6, 2027

Trio Rehearsals will take the place of regular lessons this week.

Through Apr 10, 2027

Through May 12, 2027

Through May 15, 2027

Studio recital for private lesson students.

Studio recital for private lesson students.

Through May 10, 2028

Through May 13, 2028