Thursday, June 16, 2011

happy keys piano school is now booking for the summer schedule.
Summer schedule runs from July 1 - August 31.

Fall Registration ends August 15th so reserve your spot
today!

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

the piano parlour at miss jessica's house

the old piano is to the left and the new grand piano is to the right. I absolutely love practicing on my new piano, just as much as I did on the old. The sounds that come out of my new piano are everything I every dreamed of and I wouldn't change a thing.

Maddy

this little doll and box were handmade by one of my brilliant students!
the doll is about 1/2" tall and constructed of thread that is twisted into a body and beads that are added for details. The box was made of paper and ribbon.
Maddy, happy keys student age 11

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Student Artwork

I recently came up with the idea of sharing on my business blog all artwork given to me by students. I just couldn't bear the thought of throwing it in with the rest of the recycling after so much thoughtfulness and effort was put into these sweet jestures of respect.

My teachers that I will forever be thankful for a fine musical appreciation and education are:
Mrs. Durkee, Mr. LaBlanc, Mrs. Bittinger, Mr. Lafavre, Mr. Lion, Mrs. Klaus, Jonathan Newell, Theresa Treadway-Lloyd, Kikki Britt, Christina Breitenfeld, Pam Firth. Thank you.

Piano is so cool!

Graphic Design by: Isabel

This is a flyer that one of my students gave to me at the start of our last lesson. Her mother proudly told me of how Isabel designed this flyer with her friend while they were spending time together over break. Further proof that I am doing one of the jobs that I was intended to do in this lifetime.

happy keys piano school : student artwork


Picture by: Maha
Recieving handmade pictures from students is one of the many joys of teaching piano lessons!
I know that my job is complete when I have earned the respect of the student, and it is so rewarding to know that they are not only getting a thorough musical education, and enjoying their lessons, but they also appreciate me as a person. It is a privilage to teach music and I am thankful for the blessing of such a great job daily.

Monday, December 13, 2010

happy keys piano school

Happy Keys Piano School has been serving the city of Saratoga Springs, NY from 2003-2010. Jessica Trombley has strived to offer an outstanding, positive experience for each student wishing to master the pianoforte instrument. Displaying discipline, technique, artistry, knowledge and understanding of theory, knowledge and even mastery of: notation, composition and proper performance etiquette are the main goals of happy keys piano school.

Many students of happy keys piano school have been studying under the tutilage of Ms. Trombley from the beginning years of the business, and the hope is to walk through this process with each student until they become independent and proficient to the point of being professional level musicians.

Each student should leave with a well-rounded, complete understanding of the piano to the point that the student could play an entire concert, record in a studio setting, or prepare a repertoire for college grants/scholarships. Ms. Trombley has high ambitions and is extremely motivated to inspire the student to perform at their highest ability, and also wishes to employ a pleasant attitude towards the instrument and music; therefore, each lesson is tailored to the students interest and ability and progressively challenges the student to reach new heights during each weekly lesson.

Weekly practice is encouraged, composition of original ideas and twice yearly recitals are integrated into the overall program. Students who begin in the elementary years are encouraged to stick with the study of the instrument throughout highschool, and the goal is for this student to be able to easily ace music classes throughout college and graduate school. Music should come easily to the students of Happy Keys Piano School. There shouldn't be any displeasure or disinterest at any point during our studies.

Adults are encouraged to begin the piano at any age or level. Happy Keys Piano School has instructed adults and encourages establishing a good foundation of theory, sightreading, technique, performance and also the study of modern music or music of the students' liking to encourage further advancement and motivation.

Book your lesson today!

Happy Keys Piano School
Jessica Trombley
518.638.8428
jtrombley@live.com