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E-Newsletter 30
Thursday, October 24, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 30, October , 2024
10/21/24–v3
Welcome new students:
- Shivany S, 13, piano, 9/12/24
- Rodrigo S, 6, piano, 9/12/24
- Ric E, 41, piano, 9/13/24
Schedule Changes & Reminders:
Dr Ng will begin teaching on Sundays starting September, 2024. Hence the important changed are as follows:
August lessons & classes began on 8/5/24. Then off from 9/21/24-10/10/24, Thursday. Classes continue 10/11/24, Friday-12/5/24, Thursday. Then off from 12/6/24, Friday-1/4/25, Saturday. Than classes begin 1/5/25, Sunday. MTAC recital on 11/17/24 at 1pm. Christmas recital on 12/5/24, 5:15 pm.
Sept. & Oct. Group Make-Up Lessons
Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:
- Sundays: 2:30-3:10; Oct 13, 20, 27
- Thursdays, 6:20-7:00 pm. 9/12/24, 9/19/24, Oct: 17, 24, 31.
Congratulations
- LILLY B. PASSES: VIOLIN MUSICIAN TEST 2 WITH DISTINCTION 139/150 ON 9/5/24.
- CARTER C. PASSES CELLO APPRENTICE TEST 1, WITH MERIT 128/150 ON 9/9/24.
- SAOIRSE B. PASSES CELLO MUSICIAN TEST 2 WITH DISTINCTION 141/150 On 9/11/24.
Sproutbeat Leaderboard as of 9/20/24, 2:15 pm
- Lilly B—14,172
- Lily J—14,088
- Sophia C—11,438
- Jordynn S—10,349
- Bernadette R—10,109
- Ruth D—9,730
- Mark A—9,147
- Aadhya B—5,160
- Carter C—4,889
- Alan T—4868
3 kinds of rewards for 1000 SPROUTBEAT points: pins, animal erasers & scented pencils.
Lilly B, violin, 7 pencils, 5 pins & 1 eraser, 9/2/24.
Rene V, piano, cello, 1 pin, 9/5/24
Azalea R, viola, 2 pins, 9/4/24
Carter C, cello, 2 erasers, 9/6/24
Kristen A, violin, 2 pins
Aadhya B, piano, 2 erasers
Letty S, violin, 3 pins
Theory,
Group Class
Reports:
8/26/24 Monday Theory, 5:00-5:40 pm: Perfect Pitch, Rhythm, sight reading; Sophia C, Carter C, George N, Diego D, Abbey Belle N.
8/28/24, Wednesday Theory 5:55-6:35 pm: Pitch, Note-Reading, Rhythms, Intervals, Sight-Reading, Expression; Suzan L, Anaya Maria X, Lily J, Jordynn S, Aadhya B.
8/29/24, Thurs. Theory, 5:15-5:55, Perfect Pitch training, Rhythmic patterns, Expression; Bernadette R, Rene V, Anaya Maria W, Amy G, Mark A, Gabriela G.
9/2/25, Monday Theory 5:00-5:40 pm: Pitch, Scales & Key Signatures, Intervals, Rhythms & Time Signatures, Sight-reading, Expression, Sproutbeat Games & Prizes. Lilly B, Alan T.
9/4/24, Wednesday Theory, 9/4/24: Pitch, Scales, Intervals, Sight-reading, performance pieces; Jordynn S, Lilly J.
9/5/24, Thursday Theory, 5:15-5:55 pm: Pitch, Note-reading, Intervals, Rhythms: Rene V, Sophia C, Bernadette R, Carter C, Aziel A, Amy G, Lilly B, Gabriel G, Julian V, Jacob V, Mark A.
9/9/24 Monday Theory, 5:00-5:40 pm: Pitch, Solfège: Do-So-Ti-Do; Intervals: Major3rds vs minor3rds; Sight-reading; Carter C, Sophia C, Anaya W, Bernadette R, Kellie D, Lisa A.
9/11/24–Weds. AM Theory, 10:00-10:40 AM: Pitch, Solfège: Do-So-Ti-Do; Sight-Reading: Patty S, Billie M, Roland R.
9/11/24-Wednesday Theory, 5:55-6:35: Pitch, Solfège: Do-So-Ti-Do; Intervals: Major3rds vs minor3rds; performance sharing: Rene V, Jordynn S, Lily J, Aadhya B
9/12/24, Thursday Theory, 5:15 pm, 40 min. Pitch, Intervals, Sight-Reading: Amy G, Gabriela G, Arlin C, Shivany S, Ashley V, Diego S, Lilly B, Aziel A.
9/16/24 Monday Theory, 5:00-5:40 pm. Solfège, Intervals, Rhythms, Sight-Reading; Anaya W, George N, Bernadette R, Kellie D, Carter C, Shivany S, Rodrigo S, Audrey Bell N.
9/18/24, Wednesday Theory, 5:55-6:35 pm; Solfège, Intervals, Rhythms, Sight-Reading; Rene V, Lily V, Aadhya B.
9/19/24 Thursday Theory, 5:15-5:55 pm; Solfège, Intervals, Rhythms, Sight-Reading; Bernadette R, Donna & Aziel A, Amy G, Gabriela G, Lilly B.
E-Newsletter 29 (Part 1)
Thursday, October 24, 2024 by Andy Ng | Newsletters
E-Newsletter 29, September , 2024
V5–9/1/24
Welcome new students:
- Faviola M, 9, violin, 8/6/24
- George N, 12, violin, 8/12/24
- Audrey Bell N, 9, piano, 8/12/24
- Anaya Marie X, 14, cello, 8/19/24
- Visva S, 5, piano, 8/20/24
- Gabriela G, 13, 8/30/24
Schedule Changes & Reminders:
Dr Ng will begin teaching on Sundays starting September, 2024. Hence the important changed are as follows:
August lessons & classes begin 8/5/24. Then off from 9/21/24-10/10/24, Thursday. Classes continue 10/11/24, Friday-12/5/24, Thursday. Then off from 12/6/24, Friday-1/4/25, Saturday. Than classes begin 1/5/25, Sunday. MTAC recital on 9/22/24 at 1pm. Christmas recital on 12/5/24, 5:15 pm.
Music Policies--v34
Thursday, October 24, 2024 by Andy Ng | Policies
Dr Andy Ng Music Lesson Policies
Version 34-Oct. 22, 2024
#musiclessonpolicy
Why learn with Dr Andy NG?—27 Reasons
Teaches violin, viola, piano, cello, guitar & music theory (Solfège, rhythm, perfect pitch, singing, intervals, improvisation, composition, conducting).
1: Music lessons are my most important thing. Providing you with a great music learning experience is my #1 priority.
2: Well experienced teacher with ATCL (Associate Trinity College London) in Teaching Violin, MMus (Master of Music in Violin Performance, University of Redlands), Teachers’ training with Suzuki Violin Books 1, 2 & 4 and over 56 years of teaching experience.
3: Your lessons can begin whenever you are ready. Dr Ng teaches year-round with new students starting weekly.
4: Many instruments and lesson times: You and your family can take violin, viola, cello, piano, and more! For your convenience Dr Ng is available 6 days a week.
5: Head of Strings at Bentley Music in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dr Ng supervised & trained other music teachers.
6: No Long-Term Contract
Lessons are on-going and weekly (72 lessons/year schedule), and tuition is paid monthly. Take lessons as long as you like. To withdraw from lessons just give us a withdrawal notice by the 15th day of your final month.
7: Private Music Lessons
One-on-one private music lessons are a time honored tradition, offering many advantages for you. They provide great flexibility, are easy to schedule, and are available in a wide variety of instruments. Three weekly: 25, 40 or 55 minute lessons, averaging three lessons per month. 25-minute private lesson = $47.25/session, 40-minute private lesson=$73.50/session; 55-minute private lesson=$94.50/session.
8: Group music theory classes for 40 minutes: Every student is encouraged to attend 40-minute theory classes weekly. New from 2024, August: app.SPROUTBEAT.com—Theory homework with internet games. Theory classes are $26.25/session.
9: Please Note: There are no reimbursements for missed lessons, and tuition is never adjusted unless the teacher is absent and cannot provide the promised number of lessons.
10: Music Rainbow System (MRS) Certificates, & Award Wristbands to Celebrate Achievement. Dr Ng gves his students the opportunity to earn special color wristband bracelets AND certificates for passing musical tests. When our students have a test coming up, they practice more, their family members are proud, your teacher is proud.
11: Year Round Lessons—
Music lessons are offered year round, because that is the best way to learn music. You won’t have to worry about missing lessons during your summer vacation because Dr Ng has an awesome make-up lesson policy.
12: Awesome Free Make-Up Lessons
—If you need to miss your lesson because you are sick, on vacation, or whatever, you can SIGN-UP for free group make-up lessons. That’s right, free!
13: Convenient Location & Business Times—
Dr Ng teaches at California Keyboards Music Center, 2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304
SCHEDULE: Lessons 5 days a week. Monday-Friday 10:00 am-6:55 pm;
Sunday at home studio.
14: You may start lessons anytime, and you can stop lessons anytime by giving written notice for the last month’s lesson by the 15th of that month.
15: All-inclusive Tuition
—Includes private & theory lesson fees, practice incentives, music tests, wristbands, certificates and theory homework rewards. This fixed monthly Tuition provides families with the ease of knowing that the monthly payment is always the same amount. Your monthly payments cover the number of lessons offered per year, not per month.
16: Full-time Music student’s Package Rates for weekly private lesson & weekly group theory classes:
Package #1: $220.50/month—averages three 25-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
Package #2: $299.25/month—averages three 40-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
Package #3: $362.25/month—averages three 55-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
17: Deposit Discount—one month’s fees ($220.50/$299.25/$362.25) will qualify for 5% discount on monthly fees as follows: Package#1$220.50/month -5%=$210/month. Package #2–$299.25-5%= $285/month. Package #3= $362.25-5%=$345/month. This deposit maybe used for the last month’s fee.
18: SUMMARY: 36 private lessons plus 36 theory classes per year (prorated tuition is only for those who do not begin in January, June, or August).
A. FALL SEMESTER: August - December = 30 lessons (15 private and 15 group theory classes). B. WINTER SEMESTER: January- May= 30 lessons (15 private and 15 group theory classes). SUMMER SEMESTER: June - July = 12 lessons (6 private and 6 group theory classes)
19: All students are expected to continue lessons during June and July. Students who "take a break" in June and July will be automatically added to the waiting list.
20: Music Lesson fees are paid in advance and due on the 1st of the month. Zelle, Venmo, cash, personal checks are accepted.
21: ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS:
A. Advance payment of whole semester’s fees=5% discount.
B. Advance payment of two semesters =10% discount.
C. Advance payment of whole year’s fees=15% discount
22: We will send online invoices. (Autopay through Stripe will be automatically set up the first time you put in your credit card information.)
• $31.50 Late Fee for all payments received past the 10th of the month.
• $31.50 Fee for all NSF Checks
• Forgot your payment? Pay online or drop-off/mail payment at California Keyboards front desk to avoid the late fee.
• Should something come up where you cannot financially fulfill your commitment to your lessons, advance notice and open, ongoing communication is appreciated and encouraged
23: ONLINE LESSONS: Students can have all theory classes and private lessons in person or on line/internet with facetime or messenger; but please request by SMS ASAP, or latest by noon of your lesson in the afternoon. Children below 12 need a parent or older person to supervise the on-line/internet lesson.
24: Music fees will be adjusted for inflation and cost-of-living from August of each year.
I f you are ready to start, you have nothing to lose as we only want students who truly want to be here and we will not commit you to a long term contract.
Lessons are first come, first served, so contact us today to arrange YOUR first lesson!
Email us: andyng4@icloud.com
2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield CA 93304
Offering quality cello, guitar, piano, viola, violin & more for students in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.
25: Experienced music students who pass musical tests with distinction may reduce theory class payment to once a month.
Tests maybe taken after a minimum of 3 months of lessons. PRICING for such students are based on average 3 Private Lessons & only 1 Group Theory class per month.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #1 —$168/month: for three (3) 25-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #2 —$246.75/month: for three (3) 40-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #3 — $309.75/month: for three (3) 55-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
Registration fee $15.75 for new students and returning students.
Private lessons will average three per month.
Group theory classes will be scheduled 2-3 times a week and most students will want to attend once a week.
26: Twin lessons=2 students who share private lessons of the same instrument and at a similar level.
Shared Twin Lessons Rate:
A. 40-min twin lesson is $47.00 per lesson per student.
B. 60-min twin lesson is $70.00 per lesson per student.
27: Practice & Theory Homework incentives
# Progress results from practicing 30-60 minutes every day and earns practice award/gift.
#New for August, 2024–SproutBeat (3000 internet games/worksheets); rewards are given for every 1,000 points.
# CERTIFICATE OF DISTINCTION TEST REWARDS: wristband awards, certificate & Practice Buddies-stuffed creatures.
#Wristband levels: 1. APPRENTICE: 2. MUSICIAN; 3. CHAMPION; 4. SUPERSTAR; 5. BACH; 6. BEETHOVEN; 7. BRAHMS; 8. BARTOK;
Head Teacher: Dr. Andy Ng—661-573-8184
Email: andyng4@icloud.com
Assistant Teacher & Administrative Advisor: Mrs. Billie Mayer—661-599-3775
Email: BillieMayer@icloud.com
Finance Assistant: Mrs. Janet Ng—661-477-2776
Email: janethngrd@yahoo.com
Website: DrAndyNgML.mymusicstaff.com
YouTube Channel: Dr Andy Ng
https://youtube.com/@DrAndyNgMusicLessons
Suggested Books:
- Violin/Viola: Suzuki Violin/Viola Method, Volume 1, Solos for Young Violinists/Violists Volume 1, Fingerboard Geography for Violin/Viola.
- Piano: Suzuki Piano Method Vol 1–3; Reading Keyboard Music Vol 1-3; Keys to Music-Making, By Faina B; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
- Cello: Suzuki Cello method vol 1; solos for young cellists Vol. 1; Fingerboard Geography for String class.
- Theory: Manuscript book; Foundation Theory for piano level 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
- Guitar: Suzuki Guitar Method, Volume 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1.
- Ukelele: Alfred’s Kid’s Ukulele Course Bk. 1.
I, _________________________________(printed name of parent or adult student), agree to the above 2024 policies.
Signature:______________________
Date:__________________
Dear Parents/Adult Student,
Please print, sign and return a copy of the 2024 music policy and return ASAP to begin your lessons or be put on a waiting list, subject to teacher availability.
Sincerely yours,
Dr Andy Ng
Music Policies--Dr Andy Ng, v32
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 by Andy Ng | Uncategorized
Dr Andy Ng Music Lesson Policies
Version 32-8/20/24
#musiclessonpolicy
Why learn with Dr Andy NG?—27 Reasons
Teaches violin, viola, piano, cello, guitar & music theory (Solfège, rhythm, perfect pitch, singing, intervals, improvisation, composition, conducting).
1: Music lessons are my most important thing. Providing you with a great music learning experience is my #1 priority.
2: Well experienced teacher with ATCL (Associate Trinity College London) in Teaching Violin, MMus (Master of Music in Violin Performance, University of Redlands), Teachers’ training with Suzuki Violin Books 1, 2 & 4 and over 56 years of teaching experience.
3: Your lessons can begin whenever you are ready. Dr Ng teaches year-round with new students starting weekly.
4: Many instruments and lesson times: You and your family can take violin, viola, cello, piano, and more! For your convenience Dr Ng is available 5 days a week.
5: Head of Strings at Bentley Music in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dr Ng supervised & trained other music teachers.
6: No Long-Term Contract
Lessons are on-going and weekly (72 lessons/year schedule), and tuition is paid monthly. Take lessons as long as you like. To withdraw from lessons just give us a withdrawal notice by the 15th day of your final month.
7: Private Music Lessons
One-on-one private music lessons are a time honored tradition, offering many advantages for you. They provide great flexibility, are easy to schedule, and are available in a wide variety of instruments. Three weekly: 25, 40 or 55 minute lessons, averaging three lessons per month. 25-minute private lesson = $47.25/session, 40-minute private lesson=$73.50/session; 55-minute private lesson=$94.50/session.
8: Group music theory classes for 40 minutes: Every student is encouraged to attend 40-minute theory classes weekly. New for 2024, August: SPROUT-BUDDIES—Theory homework with internet games and/or AI Theory Tutor “Ask Matthew. Theory classes are $26.25/session.
9: Please Note: There are no reimbursements for missed lessons, and tuition is never adjusted unless the teacher is absent and cannot provide the promised number of lessons.
10: Music Rainbow System (MRS) Certificates, & Award Wristbands to Celebrate Achievement. Dr Ng gves his students the opportunity to earn special color wristband bracelets AND certificates for passing musical tests. When our students have a test coming up, they practice more, their family members are proud, your teacher is proud.
11: Year Round Lessons—
Music lessons are offered year round, because that is the best way to learn music. You won’t have to worry about missing lessons during your summer vacation because Dr Ng has an awesome make-up lesson policy.
12: Awesome Free Make-Up Lessons
—If you need to miss your lesson because you are sick, on vacation, or whatever, you can SIGN-UP for free group make-up lessons. That’s right, free!
13: Convenient Location & Business Times—
Dr Ng teaches at California Keyboards Music Center, 2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304
SCHEDULE: Lessons 5 days a week. Monday-Friday 10:00 am-6:55 pm
14: You may start lessons anytime, and you can stop lessons anytime by giving written notice for the last month’s lesson by the 15th of that month.
15: All-inclusive Tuition
—Includes private & theory lesson fees, practice incentives, music tests, wristbands, certificates and theory homework rewards. This fixed monthly Tuition provides families with the ease of knowing that the monthly payment is always the same amount. Your monthly payments cover the number of lessons offered per year, not per month.
16: Full-time Music student’s Package Rates for weekly private lesson & weekly group theory classes:
Package #1: $220.50/month—averages three 25-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
Package #2: $299.25/month—averages three 40-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
Package #3: $362.25/month—averages three 55-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
17: Deposit Discount—one month’s fees ($220.50/$299.25/$362.25) will qualify for 5% discount on monthly fees as follows: Package#1$220.50/month -5%=$210/month. Package #2–$299.25-5%= $285/month. Package #3= $362.25-5%=$345/month. This deposit maybe used for the last month’s fee.
18: SUMMARY: 36 private lessons plus 36 theory classes per year (prorated tuition is only for those who do not begin in January, June, or August).
A. FALL SEMESTER: August - December = 30 lessons (15 private and 15 group theory classes). B. WINTER SEMESTER: January- May= 30 lessons (15 private and 15 group theory classes). SUMMER SEMESTER: June - July = 12 lessons (6 private and 6 group theory classes)
19: All students are expected to continue lessons during June and July. Students who "take a break" in June and July will be automatically added to the waiting list.
20: Music Lesson fees are paid in advance and due on the 1st of the month. Zelle, Venmo, cash or personal checks are accepted.
21: ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS:
A. Advance payment of whole semester’s fees=5% discount.
B. Advance payment of two semesters =10% discount.
C. Advance payment of whole year’s fees=15% discount
22: We will send online invoices. (Autopay through Stripe will be automatically set up the first time you put in your credit card information.)
• $31.50 Late Fee for all payments received past the 10th of the month.
• $31.50 Fee for all NSF Checks
• Forgot your payment? Pay online or drop-off/mail payment at California Keyboards front desk to avoid the late fee.
• Should something come up where you cannot financially fulfill your commitment to your lessons, advance notice and open, ongoing communication is appreciated and encouraged
23: ONLINE LESSONS: Students can have all theory classes and private lessons in person or on line/internet with rockoutloud.live/join/andymusic; but please request by SMS ASAP, or latest by noon of your lesson in the afternoon. Children below 12 need a parent or older person to supervise the on-line/internet lesson.
24: Music fees will be adjusted for inflation and cost-of-living from August of each year. From Aug 1, 2024, inflation will add 3% and Cost of Living will add 2%, total 5% increase to 2023 music fees. (Existing students who make a 1-month deposit can continue their 2023 fees.). Please print, sign and return a copy of this 2024 music policy and return by 8/1/24 to guarantee your lesson time. Those who fail to return a signed copy of the music policies by 8/1/24, will be put on the waiting list.
I f you are ready to start, you have nothing to lose as we only want students who truly want to be here and we will not commit you to a long term contract.
Lessons are first come, first served, so contact us today to arrange YOUR first lesson!
Email us: andyng4@icloud.com
2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield CA 93304
Offering quality cello, guitar, piano, viola, violin & more for students in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.
25: Experienced music students who pass musical tests with distinction may reduce theory class payment to once a month.
Tests maybe taken after a minimum of 3 months of lessons. PRICING for such students are based on average 3 Private Lessons & only 1 Group Theory class per month.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #1 —$168/month: for three (3) 25-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #2 —$246.75/month: for three (3) 40-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #3 — $309.75/month: for three (3) 55-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
Registration fee $15.75 for new students and returning students.
Private lessons will average three per month.
Group theory classes will be scheduled 2-3 times a week and most students will want to attend once a week.
26: Twin lessons=2 students who share private lessons of the same instrument and at a similar level.
Shared Twin Lessons Rate:
A. 40-min twin lesson is $47.00 per lesson per student.
B. 60-min twin lesson is $70.00 per lesson per student.
27: Practice & Theory Homework incentives
# Progress results from practicing 30-60 minutes every day and earns practice award/gift.
#New for August, 2024–SproutBeat (3000 internet games/worksheets); rewards are given for every 1,000 points.
# CERTIFICATE OF DISTINCTION TEST REWARDS: wristband awards, certificate & Practice Buddies-stuffed creatures.
#Wristband levels: 1. APPRENTICE: 2. MUSICIAN; 3. CHAMPION; 4. SUPERSTAR; 5. BACH; 6. BEETHOVEN; 7. BRAHMS; 8. BARTOK;
Head Teacher: Dr. Andy Ng—661-573-8184
Email: andyng4@icloud.com
Assistant Teacher & Administrative Advisor: Mrs. Billie Mayer—661-599-3775
Email: BillieMayer@icloud.com
Finance Assistant: Mrs. Janet Ng—661-477-2776
Email: janethngrd@yahoo.com
Website: DrAndyNgML.mymusicstaff.com
YouTube Channel: Dr Andy Ng
https://youtube.com/@DrAndyNgMusicLessons
Suggested Books:
- Violin/Viola: Suzuki Violin/Viola Method, Volume 1, Solos for Young Violinists/Violists Volume 1, Fingerboard Geography for Violin/Viola.
- Piano: Suzuki Piano Method Vol 1–3; Reading Keyboard Music Vol 1-3; Keys to Music-Making, By Faina B; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
- Cello: Suzuki Cello method vol 1; solos for young cellists Vol. 1; Fingerboard Geography for String class.
- Theory: Manuscript book; Foundation Theory for piano level 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
- Guitar: Suzuki Guitar Method, Volume 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1.
- Ukelele: Alfred’s Kid’s Ukulele Course Bk. 1.
I, _________________________________(printed name of parent or adult student), agree to the above 2024 policies.
Signature:______________________
Date:__________________
8/20/25
Dear Parents/Adult Student,
Please print, sign and return a copy of the 2024 music policy and return ASAP to begin your lessons or be put on a waiting list, subject to teacher availability.
Sincerely yours,
Dr Andy Ng
E-Newsletter 28, August, 2024
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-newsletters
E-Newsletter 28, August, 2024
V7-8/7/24, final edition
Welcome new students:
- Patty S.—7/3/24
- Faviola M.—8/6/24
Schedule Reminders:
No lessons or classes on 7/15/24. July 1, Monday lessons & theory class replaced on July 16, Tuesday lessons & theory class. Then off from 7/17/24-8/4/24. August classes begin 8/5/24. Then off from 9/21/24-10/13/24. Classes begin 10/14/24-12/5/24. Then off from 12/6/24-1/5/25.
August Group Make-Up Lessons
Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:
- Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26
- Fridays 5:15-5:55 pm: Aug. 9, 16, 23, 30
Congratulations
- JACOB CAMERON VIDUYA PASSES: PIANO SUPERSTAR TEST 4 WITH DISTINCTION 133/150, AND VIOLIN BACH TEST 5 WITH DISTINCTION 132/150, ON 6/25/24.
Report of 2024 MTAC Conference
LAX Hilton, 6/29/24-7/1/24,
Inspired Dr Ng to be a better music teacher.
- Keynote speaker, Nuvi Mehta,—aspire to share beauty with our students….
- Highlight—Celeste Trio rendition of Dvorak & Mendelssohn piano trios
- Workshops: A. Angelina Hardy: payments; schedule accommodation, recital accommodation. B. Keith Snell, author of new adult piano book set. C. Paul Bastin: pros & cons of LLC vs S-corp vs self-proprietorship. D. Learn how to record students with BEST cell phone mics for Iphone & Android.
- Exhibitors: A. Book for teachers of Autistic students; B. Duet Scale book for violin and cello. C. SproutBeat Theory 3,000 worksheets & games; D. AI TheoryBot “Ask Matthew”.
- New & Old Friends: A. Bill Becker—retired with 30 students instead of 70. B. Dr Mark Lybarg-Monson—roommate and prayer partner. Swam daily in Hilton hotel jacuzzi & swimming pool.
Conclusion: my third and best MTAC conference; Hope my students & parents can attend future MTAC conferences.
Bakersfield International Music Festival
July 17-27, CSUB
Dr Andy Ng will attending BIMF and you are invited for the following concerts:
- Saturday, 7/27 at 1pm, Dr. William Kinderman, Professor at UCLA, will give a lecture/presentation on Beethoven. (special lecture/presentation open the to public.)
- Saturday, 7/20 at 5pm
- Tuesday, 7/23 at 7pm – Faculty Concert
- Saturday, 7/27 at 5pm.
All concerts will take place in the CSUB Dore theatre, free admission, and open to the public.
Theory Classes Reports:
6/24/24, Monday Theory, 5:00 pm: ; Emma C, Sophia C, Carter C, Diego D, Violet E.
6/26/24, Wednesday Theory, 6:00 pm, Kristen A, Suzanne & Jordynn S.
6/27/24, Thursday Theory, 5:00 pm: Aziel A, Jacob V, Mark A, Julian V, Lily J.
7/3/24, Wednesday Theory, 6:00 pm: Rene D. (ROL), Azalea R. (ROL), Kristen A, Jordynn S, Patty S. & Bernadette R.
7/4/24, Thursday Theory 5:00 pm Dr Ng’s Home: Alan T (ROL), Daisy & Lilly B.
7/8/24, Monday Theory 5:00 pm: Sophia & Carter C, Emma C, Adam A, Lilly B, Violet E, Ruth D, Bernadette R.
7/10/24, Wed Theory, 6:00 pm: Kristen A, Jordynn S, ROL: Rene D & Azalea R.
7/11/24, Thursday Theory, 5:00 pm: Lilly B, Lily J, Patty S, Bernadette R, Azalea R, Mark A
7/16/24, Tuesday, (replacement for Monday 7/1/24 Monday Theory); Theory 5:00 pm, Perfect Pitch—C G D A E, Jazz riff—dm GM CM; SproutBeat Trial of Theory Games: Note-reading, Eye Training, Ear Training: Ruth D, Bernadette R, Azalea R, Patty S, Carter C, Mark A, Lilly B (RockOutLoud.live)
8/5/24 5:00-6:10 pm, chords, rhythm, solfege numbers; Tonic, chords: I=Tonic, II=Supertonic, III=Mediant, IV=Subdominant, V=Dominant, VI=Submediant, VII=Leading note. Sproutbeat games; Patty S, Bernadette R.
E-Newsletter 27, July, 2024
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-newsletters
E-Newsletter 27, July, 2024
v7-6/24/24
V8-7/2/24
Welcome new students:
- Lily J, 9, piano, 6/5/24
- Diego D, 13, cello, 6/3/24
- Carter C, 8, cello, 6/3/24
- Sophia C, 13, cello, 6/3/24
- Jordynn S, 9, piano, 6/7/24
Schedule Reminders:
July classes end 7/15/24. July 1, Monday lessons & theory class replaced on July 16, Tuesday lessons & theory class. Then off from 7/16/24-8/4/24. August classes begin 8/5/24. Then off from 9/21/24-10/13/24. Classes begin 10/14/24-12/5/24.
June, July & August Group Make-Up Lessons
Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:
- Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, June 24, July 8, 15; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26
- Tuesdays 6:15-6:55 pm, June 25, July 2, 9, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27.
Cello Home Recital by Dr. Ng
This was recorded in 2012 in Malaysia, 1st 24 min was from vol 1 of Solos for Young Cellists; last 3 min was a violin lesson. Can you give some likes and comments? https://youtu.be/Ir4puQJ55iM?si=TIN1AGzFYN65Tep6
Andy Ng Violin Lessons— 11 years ago in Malaysia
https://youtu.be/LzCJUdDDqug?si=kkfbMUMhShnG_tHT
Congratulations
- ROLAND JOE RAINTAMA PASSES CELLO SUPERSTAR LEVEL 4 WITH DISTINCTION 132/150 on 6/11/24.
- ALAN EDWARD TAING PASSES CELLO APPRENTICE LEVEL 1 WITH DISTINCTION 135/150 ON 6/12/24.
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Theory Classes & Group Lesson Reports:
6/3/24–Monday Theory: Theory Basics, Solfège, Note values, Place Specific Names, Treble & Bass Notes, rhythmic syllables, Intervals, Sight-singing; Ruth D, Bernadette R, Emma C, Carter C, Rene D, Sophia C, Lilly B, Suzan L, Diego D, Violet E, Ruben P, Azalea R (Alan T (ROL)
6/6/24, Thursday Theory: sight-reading Mozart & Beethoven, intervals, solfège, answering rhythmic phrases, practice perfect pitches. Bernadette R, Ashley V, Zeah L, Mark A, Jacob V, Julian V, Lily J, Letty S (ROL).
6/10/24–Monday Theory: sight-reading Mozart, 2nd & 3rds, 4ths & 5ths, 6th & 7ths, solfège, answering rhythmic phrases, practice inner singing and inner pulsing; Carter C, Sophia C, Adam A, Andrea R, Zeah L, Diego D, Violet E, Bernadette R;
6/12/24-NEW Wednesday Theory:
sight-reading Mozart, Beethoven & Offenbach, 2nd & 3rds, 4ths & 5ths, 6th & 7ths, 4 F’s—Flag, Face, Fish, Foot; 4 G’s—Goose, Goat, Goldfish, Gopher; Kristen A, Rene D, Letty S (RockOutLoud.live),
6/11/24–Group Lesson, Tues. 6:15-6:55: Emma C & Kristen A, Violin Suzuki Bk 1 n. 1-4
6/13/24–Thursday Theory class 5:00-5:40 pm: Mozart, Beethoven; 2nd & 3rds, 5ths & 6th, 7ths & 8ths; answering rhythmic phrases; Alan T (Rockoutloud.live), Bernadette R, Ashley V, Jacob V, Julian V, Lily J.
6/17/24, Monday Theory: Place Specific Names; Solfège; Degrees of Scales & 2nd & 3rd, 4th and 6th; 5th & 7th; Note reading; Question & Answer; Haydn’s, Grieg’s; songs pp. 5 -13. Beethoven’s 9th; Emma C, Adam A, Aziel A, Carter C, Sophia C, Ruth D, Violet E.
6/19/24–Wednesday Theory 6:00-6:40 pm: Note Names: Place Specific, Letter & Solfège; Degrees, 2nd & 3rd, 4th & 5th, 6th & 7th; Rhythmic Patterns; Sight-singing pieces by Haydn, Grieg, Tang (5 -13); Kristen A, Jordynn S, Rene D,
6/20/24, Thursday Theory, 5:00-5:40: Note Names: Place Specific, Letter & Solfège; Degrees, 2nd & 3rd, 4th & 5th, 6th & 7th; 4 F’s—Flag, Face, Fish, Foot; Rhythmic Patterns; Sight-singing pieces by Haydn, Grieg, Tang (5 -13); Beethoven; Saoirse B, Aziel A, Zeah L, Bernadette R, Ashley V, Mark A, Lily J.
E-Newletter 26, June, 2024
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 26, June, 2024
V7–8/20/24
Welcome new students:
- Lily J, 9, piano, 6/5/24
- Adam A, 13, cello, 5/17/24
- Diego D, 13, cello, 6/3/24
- Carter C, 8, cello, 6/3/24
- Sophia C, 13, cello, 6/3/24
May & June Group Make-Up Lessons
Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:
- Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, June 3, 10, 17, 24
- Tuesdays 6:15-6:55 pm, June 4, 11, 18, 25
Congratulations
- AADHYA BOLLA PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH DISTINCTION 138/150 ON 5/13/24.
- KRISTEN CLAIRE ATIENZA PASSES VIOLIN APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH DISTINCTION 131/150 on 5/15/24
- AMY GE PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH DISTINCTION 135/150 ON 5/16/24
- ASHLEY VELASCO PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH MERIT 122/150 on 5/16/24
- VIOLET ESPOSO PASSES PIANO MUSICIAN, LEVEL 2, WITH DISTINCTION 133/150, AND VIOLIN SUPERSTAR 117/150 ON 5/17/24.
- JULIAN ISAIAH VIDUYA PASSES PIANO SUPERSTAR, LEVEL 4, WITH DISTINCTION 136/150 ON 5/21/24.
- JACOB CAMERON VIDUYA PASSES VIOLIN SUPERSTAR, LEVEL 4, 115/150 ON 5/21/24.
- AZALEA ROGERS PASSED VIOLA MUSICIAN, Level 2, WITH DISTINCTION 131/150, ON 5/22/24.
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Schedule Reminders:
Next off days are Saturday 5/25/24- Sunday, 6/2/24. June and July classes start 6/3/24 to 7/12/24. Then off from 7/13/24-8/11/24. August classes begin 8/12/24.
Question on theory class attendance: when do we get to meet in the recital hall?
Perhaps by late Oct, 2024
Theory Classes Reports:
5/2/24-Thursday Theory class:
Nola H, Lilly B, Amy L, Ashley V, Zeah L, Mark A, Ruben P, Alan T, (Intervals, Completing 4-bar rhythms, solfege & Sight- Singing)
5/6/24-Monday Theory: Kristen A, Zeah L, Aadhya B, Bernadette R, Aziel A, Violet E, Emma C, Letty S (RockOutLoud.live); (Intervals, Completing 4-bar rhythms, solfege & Sight- Singing)
5/9/24 Thursday Theory: Suzan L, Amy Liang, Alan T, Lilly B, Ruth D; (Harmonic intervals, playing 4-bar rhythms, bass clef notes, sight-singing songs with solfege, letter names and place specific names.
5/13/24-Monday Theory: Nola H, Aziel A, Zeah L, Violet E, Aadhya B, Kristen A, Rene D, Bernadette R, Mark A. (Harmonic intervals, playing 4-bar rhythms, treble & bass clef notes, sight-singing songs with letter names and lyrics.)
5/16/24, Thursday Theory: Lilly B, Amy G, Ashley V, Suzan L, Saoirse B, Bernadette R; (Vivaldi’s Spring, Treble & Bass Clefs notes, Harmonic Intervals 2nd to 5ths, Rhythmic Syllables, Place Specific Names & Solfège.
5/20/24, Monday Theory: Bernadette R, Suzan L, Nola H, Zeah L, Aziel A, Emma C, Kristen A, Violet E; (Rene A, Alan Taing by Internet); Sight-Singing with Solfège, Melodic 6ths, 7ths & octaves; Reading notes with Place Specific Names & letter names).
5/23/24, Thursday Theory, Jacob V, Bernadette R, Julian V (Sight-Singing pp 5-19; Solfege & Note-reading & Rhythmic Syllables; Playing 4-bar rhythms.)
E-Newsletter 25, May, 2024
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 25, May, 2024
V3–5/1/24
Welcome new students:
- Aziel A, 4, violin, 4/19/24
- Ruben P, 17, piano, 5/2/24
- Nola H, 8, violin, 5/2/24
April & May Group Make-Up Lessons
Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:
- May: Fridays 5:45-6:25, May 3, 10,
- May: Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, May 6, 13, 20.
- May: Tuesdays 6:15-6:55 pm, May 7, 14, 21
Congratulations
- ALAN TAING PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE WITH MERIT 120/150 on 4/24/24.
Schedule Reminders:
Next off days are Saturday 5/25/24- Sunday, 6/2/24. June and July classes start 6/3/24 to 7/12/24.
Question on theory class attendance: when do we get to meet in the recital hall?
Perhaps by late Oct, 2024
Theory Classes Reports:
4/15/24, Monday Theory: Kristen A, Aziel A, Zeah L, Bernadette R, Lilly B, Emma C, Aadhya B, Rene D, Violet E, (Intervals, Completing 4-bar rhythms, solfege, sight-singing)
4/18/24, Thursday Theory, Saoirse B, Amy L, Zeah L, Mark A, Ashley V, Julian V, Jacob V; (Intervals 3rds vs 6ths, Solfège, Rhythmic Syllables, Sight-Singing)
4/22/24 Monday theory: Emma C, Alan T, Aadhya B, Letty S (RockOutLoud.Live), Kristen A; Theory basics
4/25/24 Thursday Theory: Saoirse B, Amy L, Lilly B, Ashley V, Mark A; Theory Basics.
4/29/24 Monday theory: Bernadette R, Aziel A, Violet E, Rene D, Kristen A, Emma C, Aadhya B, Suzan L; Theory basics
E-Newsletter 24, April, 2024
Friday, March 22, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 24, April, 2024
V6–3/22/24
Welcome new students:
- Aadhya B, 6, piano, 3/11/24
- Rene V, 9, theory, 3/11/24
- Suzan L, 73, piano & cello, 3/12/24
April Group Make-Up Lessons
Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:
- Monday 4/15/24, 6:15-6:55 pm—violin/viola
- Friday 4/19/24, 5:45-6:25 pm—piano.
- Monday 4/22/24, 6:15-6:55 pm—cello
- Tuesday 4/23/24, 5:30-6:10 pm—violin
- Friday 4/26/24, 5:45-6:25 pm—violin/viola
MUSIC FEE DISCOUNT:
Advance payment of whole semester’s fees=10% discount will apply for those paying April & May, 2024 fees before 4/10/24.
Congratulations
BERNADETTE REBITE PASSED VIOLIN MUSICIAN WITH DISTINCTION 131/150 on 3/5/24.
SAOIRSE MAE BAIMA passes CELLO APPRENTICE WITH DISTINCTION 141/150 on 3/13/24.
AZALEA ROGERS PASSES VIOLA APPRENTICE WITH DISTINCTION 132/150 on 3/20/24.
Schedule Reminders:
Dr Ng will be visiting Malaysia from March 23- April 12. So no classes from 3/22/24-4/14/24. Classes and lessons resume on 4/15/24.
Question on theory class attendance: how many theory classes do I need to take per month?
Answer: All new students from August, 2023 are to take 3 classes per month except for those who have passed at least one test and done well in their ear-training/aural section of the test. They can request to drop to one or two theory class(es) per month, thus saving music fees. Students before Aug., 2023, were only required to take 1 theory class per month but are encouraged to take 2-3 theory classes to improve their sight-singing, perfect pitch, musicianship….
Theory Classes Reports:
3/4/24, Monday Theory: Violet E, Emma C, Lilly B, Kristen A (Letty S, Julian & Jacob V—wanted to join ROL but Dr Ng forgot); Rhythmic Syllables, Intervals, Completing 4-bar rhythms,
3/7/24, Thursday Red Theory: Alan T, Jacob V, Aabhya B, Julian V, Bailey V, Amy L, Bernadette R, Saoirse B; Rhythms, Intervals, Classic & Character songs, solfege, sight singing & sight reading.
3/11/24 Monday Theory: Violet E, Aadhya R, Roland R. (Rockoutloud.live) Rene V, Lilly B, Letty R; Scale structure, Intervals, 11th=Bunny, 12th=Geese, Sight singing new songs
3/14/23 Blue (2nd) Thursday Theory 5:00-5:40pm: Suzan L, Kristen A, Amy L, Azalea R, Bernadette R, Saoirse B, Ashley V, Alan T; Sight-Singing, Bass Clef Notes, Place Specific Names; Rhythmic Syllables, Beethoven’s 9th, Haydn, Grieg, Vivaldi, Intervals from 2nd to 9th, minor & major 3rds.
3/18/24 Monday Theory 5:00-5:40: Violet E, Kristen A, Emma C, Aadhya B, Rene V, Alan T; Sight-Singing, Rhythmic Syllables, Haydn, Grieg, Vivaldi, Intervals from 2nd to 9th, minor & major 3rds.
3/21/24 Green (3rd) Thursday Theory 5:00-5:40 pm: Lilly B, Amy L, Ashley V, Suzan L, George N; Sight-Singing, Rhythmic Syllables, Intervals from 2nd to 9th, Note-reading letter names & Place Specific Names
ENews 23, March 2024
Friday, March 15, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 23, March, 2024
V1–2/26/24
V2-3/12/24
V3-3/14/24
Posted 3/15/24
Welcome new students:
- Lilly B, 10, violin, 2/19/24
- Dixie W, 56, cello, 2/21/24
Congratulations
BAILEY GRACE VIDUYA passed PIANO MUSICIAN with MERIT 123/150 on 2/27/24
BERNADETTE REBITE PASSED VIOLIN MUSICIAN WITH DISTINCTION 131/150 on 3/5/24.
Advance week of teaching to replace future week of absence: Dr Ng will teach 2/26/24-3/1/24 as 1-week advance class for future 1-week absence. There will be music lessons from 2/19/24-3/22/24. Than long break, no lessons from 3/25/24-4/14/24. Lessons resume 4/15/24.
E-News 22, Feb 2024
Friday, March 15, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 22, Feb. 2024
V1 sent on 1/17/24
V2 1/21/24
V3 sent on 1/22/24
V4 sent on 2/16/24
V5 posted 3/15/24
Welcome new students:
- Amy L, 5, piano, 1/11/24
- Lilly B, 10, violin, 2/19/24
- Dixie W, 56, cello, 2/21/24
Congratulations:
BAILEY GRACE VIDUYA passes PIANO APPRENTICE WITH DISTINCTION 136/150, 1/16/24.
GEORGE HENRY NOALL passes VIOLIN SUPERSTAR with DISTINCTION 134/150, on 1/18/24.
SCARLET PINEDA PASSED VIOLIN APPRENTICE WITH DISTINCTION 133/150 ON 2/6/24.
VIOLET TOLENTINO ESPOSO pass VIOLIN CHAMPION TEST WITH DISTINCTION 131/150 on Feb. 16, l2024.
IMPORTANT SCHEDULE CHANGE:
Dr Andy Ng teaches week of 1/29/24-2/2/24 replacing week of 2/12/24-2/16/24 (celebrating Valentine’s Day in Hawaii with Mrs. Ng, married 46 years ago on 7/9/1978.
Advance week of teaching to replace future week of absence: Dr Ng will teach 2/26/24-3/1/24 as advance class for future absence. There will be music lessons from 2/19/24-3/22/24. Than long break, no lessons from 3/25/24-4/14/24. Lessons resume 4/15/24.
Question on theory class attendance: how many theory classes do I need to take per month?
Answer: All new students from August, 2023 are to take 3 classes per month except for those who have passed at least one test and done well in their ear-training/aural section of the test. Old students before Aug., 2023, were only required to take 1 theory class per month but are encouraged to take 2-3 theory classes to improve their sight-singing, perfect pitch, musicianship….
MTAC Teachers & Friends Recital Performance by Schubert Strings: Dr Andy N, Bernadette R & Mark A on 1/12/24 at 1st Presbyterian Church
E-Newsletter 21, Jan. 2024
Saturday, January 6, 2024 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 21, January, 2024
1/6/24-v9
Dear Students, Parents & Friends,
The holidays are upon us and we deserve a nice long rest with family get-togethers. My mom turns 97 years old on 12/21/23, and that’s why I am with her in Payson. We love our family and will do all we can to honor, respect and serve them as long as they live. So these past 2 months have been filled with music lessons, theory lessons and recitals.
Nov & Dec Theory Classes: (p=persons/students): 1. 11/2, 1:30=3p; 2. 11/2, 5:00=11p; 3. 11/4, 4:00=6p; 4. 11/9, 5:00=8p; 5. 11/16, 5:00=10p, 6. 12/4, 5:00=2p; 7. 12/7, 5:00=10p; 8. 12/10, 2:00=6p; attendance was 38 students in 5 groups in Nov. & 18 students in 3 groups in Dec. resulting in total of 56 students in 8 theory group classes in Nov & Dec, (in Oct —we had 48 students in 6 groups)
Group lessons: 8 students joined 4 group lessons in Nov & Dec, 1-3, 2-2, 3-2, 4-1, (10 students joined 3 group lessons in Oct.
Sincerely yours,
Dr Andy Ng, Mrs Janet Ng & Mrs Billie Mayer
Congratulations to:
MARK ALFORD PASSES VIOLIN APPRENTICE WITH MERIT 126/150 on 11/15/23.
Dr Andy Ng PolÃticas de las clases de música
Thursday, November 2, 2023 by Andy Ng | Musuc Kesdin Policies in Spanish
Dr Andy Ng Políticas de las clases de música
Versión 26-8/16/23
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¿Por qué aprender Lecciones de Música con el Dr. Andy Ng? -26 Razones
Maestro de violín, viola, piano, violonchelo, guitarra, ukelele y teoría musical (solfeo, ritmo, tono, canto, intervalos, composición, dirección y apreciación musical).
Las clases son continuas y semanales (48-72 clases al año), con pagos mensuales. Puedes tomar clases todo el tiempo que quieras. Para retirarse de las lecciones sólo nos dan un aviso de retirada antes del día 15 de su último mes.
Las clases particulares de música son una tradición que ofrece muchas ventajas. Proporcionan una gran flexibilidad, son fáciles de programar y están disponibles en una amplia variedad de instrumentos.
Sesiones particulares de 25 minutos=$45, 40 minutos=$70, 55 minutos=$90.
HORARIO: Clases 5 días a la semana. De lunes a viernes de 10:00 a 18:55.
Descuento de Contado: las cuotas de un mes ($210/$285/$345) dan derecho a un 5% de descuento en cuotas futuras, de la siguiente manera: Paquete#1-$210/mes -5%/$10.50/mes =$199.50/mes (ahorre $126/año); Paquete #2-$285-5%/$14.25=$270.75/mes (ahorre $172/año); Paquete #3= $345-$17.25=$327.75/mes (ahorre $207/año.) Este depósito puede ser usado para la cuota del último mes.
RESUMEN: 36 clases particulares más 36/12 clases teóricas al año (la matrícula prorrateada es sólo para los que no empiezan en enero, junio o agosto).
SEMESTRE DE INVIERNO: enero-mayo = 30 lecciones (15 clases particulares y 15 clases teóricas en grupo). B. SEMESTRE DE OTOÑO: Agosto - Diciembre = 30 lecciones (15 clases particulares y 15 clases teóricas en grupo). SEMESTRE DE VERANO: Junio - Julio = 12 lecciones (6 clases teóricas privadas y 6 en grupo).
Se espera que todos los estudiantes continúen las clases durante junio y julio. Los estudiantes que se "toman un descanso" en junio y julio se añadirán automáticamente a la lista de espera.
Las cuotas de las clases de música se pagan por adelantado y vencen el día 1 de cada mes. Se aceptan pagos por medio de Zelle, efectivo o cheques personales.
DESCUENTOS ALTERNATIVOS: Anticipo de un semestre = 10% de descuento. Anticipo de dos semestres o de un año = 15% de descuento.
Enviaremos facturas en línea. (El pago automático a través de Stripe se configurará automáticamente la primera vez que introduzca la información de su tarjeta de crédito).
- Cargo por retraso de $30 por todos los pagos recibidos después del día 10 del mes.
- Cargo de $30 por cheques sin fondos.
- ¿Olvidó su pago? Pague en línea o entregue/envíe el pago en la recepción de California Keyboards para evitar el cargo por pago atrasado.
- En caso de que surja algún imprevisto que le impida cumplir con su compromiso de asistir a las clases, le agradecemos y animamos a que nos lo comunique con antelación y de forma abierta y continua.
CLASES EN LÍNEA: Los estudiantes pueden tener todas las clases teóricas y clases particulares en persona o en línea: FaceTime, Messenger o Zoom, pero por favor solicítelo por SMS lo antes posible, o a más tardar al mediodía de su lección por la tarde. Los niños menores de 12 años necesitan un padre o una persona mayor para supervisar la lección en línea / Internet.
Las tarifas musicales se ajustarán a la inflación y al coste de la vida a partir de agosto de cada año.
Si estás listo para empezar ¡no espere más!, ya que sólo queremos estudiantes que realmente quieran estar aquí y nunca te vamos a obligar a un contrato a largo plazo.
Las clases se imparten por orden de llegada, así que ponte en contacto con nosotros hoy mismo para concertar TU primera clase.
661-327-5397
Envíenos un correo electrónico: Daniel@californiakeyboards.com
2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield CA 93304
Ofreciendo calidad violonchelo, guitarra, piano, viola, violín y más para los estudiantes en Bakersfield y sus alrededores.
Los estudiantes de música con experiencia que pasan las pruebas musicales después de 3 meses pueden reducir las clases de teoría a una vez al mes en lugar de semanalmente. PRECIOS para estos estudiantes se basan en un promedio de 3 clases particulares y sólo 1 clase de teoría de grupo por mes.
Paquete #1 -$160/mes: por tres (3) clases privadas semanales de 25 minutos y una (1) clase teórica grupal de 40 minutos.
Paquete #2 -$235/mes: por tres (3) clases privadas semanales de 40 minutos y una (1) clase teórica en grupo de 40 minutos.
Paquete #3 - $295/mes: por tres (3) lecciones privadas semanales de 55 minutos y una (1) clase teórica grupal de 40 minutos.
Cuota de inscripción $15 para nuevos estudiantes y estudiantesque regresan.
Las clases particulares pueden ser de dos a cuatro veces al mes, pero un promedio de tres por mes.
Las clases teóricas en grupo se programan mensualmente la mayoría de los días laborables o semanalmente algunos días.
SUZUKI Clases en grupo (violín, viola, piano o violonchelo) A partir de 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-14, 15-55....
¿Cómo? SUZUKI: CLASES DE VIOLÍN EN GRUPO, VIOLA EN GRUPO, PIANO EN GRUPO o CELLO EN GRUPO
¿Cómo? 3 clases en grupo al mes de 40 minutos (violín, piano o violonchelo) más una clase teórica en grupo al mes.
Tarifa de las clases en grupo: ¿Cuánto cuestan? Sólo 100 $/mes.
¿Quién? Invita a 2 amigos y a ti mismo para formar un grupo; de edades 2-3, 4-5; 6-7; 8-14, 15-55;
¿Por qué? Para aprender música por diversión, ¡sin necesidad de practicar!
Incentivos de rendimiento y práctica
# Resultados de progreso por practicar de 18 a 55 minutos cada día y 5-25h/mes se gana premio/regalo de práctica (puzzle 3D u otros regalos)
# Pruebas trimestrales: premios de pulsera, certificado y PracticeBuddies-pájaros/animales de peluche.
#Niveles de pulseras: 1. APRENDIZAJE: 2. MÚSICO; 3. CAMPEÓN; 4. SUPERESTAR; 5. BACH; 6. BEETHOVEN; 7. BRAHMS; 8. BARTOK;
#énfasis en la marca: potencial, resolución de problemas, habilidades para la vida, confianza, cooperación.
Director: Dr. Andy Ng-661-573-8184
Correo electrónico: andyng4@icloud.com
Profesora asistente y asesora administrativa: Sra. Billie Mayer-661-599-3775
Email: BillieMayer@icloud.com
Garante de Cuotas Anticipadas de Música: Sra. Janet Ng-661-477-2776
Correo electrónico: janethngrd@yahoo.com
Página web: DrAndyNgML.mymusicstaff.com
Canal de YouTube: Dr Andy Ng
https://youtube.com/@DrAndyNgLeccionesDeMúsica
Libros:
Violín/Viola: Suzuki Violin/Viola Method, Volume 1, Solos for Young Violinists/Violists Volume 1, Fingerboard Geography for Violin/Viola.
Piano: Suzuki Piano Method Vol 1-$9.95; Reading Keyboard Music Vol 1-3 $33; Foundation Theory for Piano Level Prep-$6.95, Keys to Music-Making, By Faina B; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
Cello: Suzuki Cello method vol 1; solos for young cellists Vol. 1; Fingerboard Grography for String class.
Teoría: Libro manuscrito; Teoría básica para piano nivel 1; Recuerda a tu Creador, de Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
Guitarra: Suzuki Guitar Method, Volume 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1.
Ukelele: Alfred's Kid's Ukulele Course Bk. 1.
E-NEWSLETTER 20, NOV. & DEC. 2023
Tuesday, October 31, 2023 by Andy Ng | Newsletters
E-Newsletter 20, Nov. & Dec. 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—10/31/23
#—New Students for Nov, 2023
#—MTAC Student Recital: Nov
#—Award Recipients in Oct, 2023
#—Oct. Theory Classes Pictures
#—Nov. & Dec. GROUP MAKE-UP CLASSES
#—Preparing for CERTIFICATE OF DISTINCTION with 8 levels:
#—GROUP Make-up Classes (sign-up, NO MINIMUM) for Nov & Dec:
#--Nov-Dec breaks/vacation for Dr Ng
#—2024 MUSIC LESSON Plans
NEW STUDENTS for November , 2023
1. Eloise C, 15, cello, 10/24/23
2. Emma C, 8, violin, 10/18/23 Returning
3. Azalea R, 11, viola, 11/1/23 TRIAL
4. Grecia P, 9, piano, 11/1/23
5. Victoria P, 7, piano, 11/1/23
6. Ruth O, 7, violin 11/2/23, TRIAL
MTAC Recitals in Nov & Dec
4. Thursday, November 9
November Recital Registration Due $5
Due to Andy Ng
Sunday, November 19
November Recital
Mill Creek Christian Church, 1:00 pm
2. Thursday, November 23
MSSL Holiday Recital Registration
Due to Andy Ng (no fee)
Saturday, December 9, 5:00 pm (TO BE CONFIRMED)
MSSL Holiday Recital
Edwards Theater @ Marketplace
3. Dr Ng’s Students Christmas Recital Thursday, 12/14/23, California Keyboards Recital Hall , Mostly violins/violas—session 1: 5:00-5:40; Mostly pianos & Cellos—session 2: 6:00-6:40 pm
Award Recipients in October , 2023
1. AMELIA H COBAR, SUPERSTAR VIOLIN DISTINCTION 130/150, 10/26/23

OCTOBER Theory Classes & Group Classes Pictures & Class Content

Theory 1st Monday, 10/9/23, 5:00 pm
with George N & Bernadette R: Solfège, Intervals, 4 G’s,
Purple Theory 1st Thursday, 10/12/23, 1:30 pm with Mark A, Ruth D & Amelia C.: Tonic Triads, Intervals, Composing Answering Rhythms,
Red Theory 1st Thursday, 10/12/23, 5:00 pm with Jacob V, Alan T, Saoirse B, Kristen A, Bailey V (RockOutLoad): Degrees of Scales; Intervals; Tonic Triad; Composing Answering Rhythms.






Group Violin/Viola: Thursday, 10/12/23, 5:45-6:25 pm: Alondra F, Ruth D, Violet E; Kato Havas’ warm up exercises, Kathy Lee bow exercises, French Folk Song; Twinkle Variations & Theme, Minuet 1 & 3; Joy to the World, The First Noel
Violin Group: 1st Monday, 10/16/23, 5:00-5:40 pm:
Mark Alford, Violet Esposo, Cohen Morris, Alondra Figueroa, Ruth Davis; 7 steps to vibrato; 2 carols: Joy to the World ;the 1st Noel, see videos video the blue pattern


lesson 9, :10/31/23-A, D, G Major scale & arpeggio;
G Major learn 2 octaves—RED pattern =high 2 on G & D strings; BLUE pattern=low 2;
Ode to Joy, 2nd line is CCDED CC = 22343 22
Go Tell Aunt Rhody (4), song of the wind (3), small circle; say rhythmic syllables; O Come Little Children. (2)
A Major scale and Arpeggio; played Lightly Row; song of the Wind, Go Tell Aunt Rhody—middle line practice more,
twinkle theme
Var A-E
Theme
Learn lightly
Blue Theory, 2nd Thurs. 10/19/23, 5:00-5:40 pm; Letty Steele, Cohen Morris, Saoirse Baima, Ashley Velasco, Kristen Atienza, by RockOutLoud.Live: Bailey Viduya, Alan Taing; Degrees of Scales & Intervals, Tonic Triads, Composing Answering Rhythms; Solfège hand signals: Happy Birthday…

10/19/23, 5:45-6:25 pm, Group piano: Cohen Morris, Ashley Velasco & Saoirse Baima (trial).
10/26/23, 1:30-2:10 pm Purple Theory: Ruth D, Cohen M,

Green Theory, 3rd Thursday, 10/26/23, 5:00-6:00 pm: Bailey V, Kristen A, Saoirse B, Cohen M, Alan T, Billie M: 4 F’s, Composing Answering Rhythms 1-3.

1st Monday Silver Theory 11/30/23, 5:00 pm: Bernadette R, Emma C, Violet E; Inversions of paired Intervals: M2 & m7, M 3 & m6, P4 & P5; review of tied notes, dotted notes & rests; Composing Answering Rhythms 1 & 2 of 5.

Preparing for CERTIFICATE OF DISTINCTION with 8 levels: Apprentice, Musician, Champion, Superstar, Bach, Beethoven, Brahms & Barton tests.
v4–1/5/23
V5-8/6/23
A. Three pieces, better to memorize; play on pitch, correct rhythms, good sound and interesting expression. Each piece is 30 points; 20-22 = C/passing, 23-26=B/merit; 27-30= A/Distinction.
B. Scales & Arpeggios (21 points) in keys of A, D and G for violin; C, G, D for piano; D, G, C for cello. Only 1 octave. Total 18 points 1. Scales (ladder): 1 octave= 8 notes, from Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do. 1-2 34 5 6 78-7 6 5 43 2 1–; two half steps are Mi Fa, 34 and Ti Do, 78, the rest are five Whole steps.
1. Arpeggios (like a harp) are Do Mi So Do So Mi Do/1 3 5 8 5 3 1.
C. Sight reading (21 points), play a few bars of new music never practiced, or compose or improvise a tune. (12 points)
D. Aural tests (18 points)
1. Pitch: Perfect pitch: A or D. Sing a simple tune. Sing one octave scale with solfège hand signs in C major.
2. Identifying and singing Intervals: Do-Re=Major 2nd (Bumble Bee the 2nd), Do-Mi= Major 3rd or So-Mi=minor 3rd (Cuckoo the 3rd); Do-Fa or So-Do=Perfect 4th (Grasshopper the 4th); Do-So= Perfect 5th (Quacky the 5th).
3. Major or minor chords: happy or sad) do re Mi—Major/happy or do re May—minor/sad. Spell chord of C: CEG, A minor: ACE, G chord: GBD; F chord: FAC; G7: GBDF.
4. Clap or say different rhythms. Ta ta ti-ti ta; tika tika ta ti-ti ta; ta ta two-oo. London bridge is falling down; Row row row your boat, gently down the stream, merrily merrily merrily , life is but a dream; Alphabet song. Jingle bells; Silent Night; Happy Birthday, Jingle Bells (apple pie=Titi ta, strawberry=ti tika, ?=timka).
5. Tell the difference between duple 2/4; triple 3/4 or quadruple 4/4 time: Song of the Wind = 2/4; Happy Birthday, star spangled banner= 3/4 starting with upbeat. Twinkle2=4/4 . And be able to conduct the songs: 2/4= down up; 3/4 = triangle; 4/4 = down, left, right, up.
6. Explain: p, mp, mf, f, rit./ritard; a tempo, largo, allegro, andante, Moderato, pause, hair pins/<>; which instruments/voices use: treble clef—piano, violin, cello, sopranos and altos; alto clef-viola; tenor clef —cello; bass clef—cello, piano, tenors & basses.
7. Learn Solfège hand signs
GROUP Make-up Classes (sign-up, NO MINIMUM) for Nov & Dec:
V1–10/26/23
1st Thurs 5:45 pm—Violet Violin, 11/2/23–
2nd Thurs 5:45 pm—Orange Piano, 11/9/23
3rd Thurs 5:45 pm—11/16/23–combo Ruth D. , viola
2nd MON—5:00 pm—Bronze Violin, 11/6/23, Ruth D
3rd MON—5:00 pm—Piano group, 11/13/23, CANCELLED
4th MON—5:00 pm—group violin for carols, Ruth D, 11/27/23
2nd FRI—10:30 am—Vivaldi Violin, cancelled 11/17/23
“DECEMBER” Theory & Group Classes
1st Tuesday Theory 12/5/23, 6:15-6:55 pm
Red/Blue/Green Theory Thurs. 12/7/23, 5:00 pm, 12/7/23
Thurs Group Piano: 12/7/23, 5:45-6:25 pm
2nd Monday Group Violin: 12/11/23, 5:00 pm,
Christmas Recitals on Thurs.12/14/23, 5:00-5:40 pm (violins mainly) and 6:00 -6:40 pm (piano & cellos mainly.
Let me know by 12/12/23 what you will bring for refreshments like a salad, sandwiches, pasta/noodle dishes, finger food like spring rolls, or desert like fruit plate, Thank-you. Please focused on plant-base but no nuts, pork or seafood.
Optional class on 12/18 & 12/19 to replace 11/27 & 11/28
3rd Monday Group piano 12/18/23
(TO BE CONFIRMED)
Nov & Dec Vacation of Dr Ng Music Lessons
Thanksgiving Break 11/18/23-11/26/23
No lesson on 11/30/23 Thursday.
Optional Monday 11/27 & Tuesday 11/28 will be REPLACED. By 12/18 & 12/19 TO BE CONFIRMED (TBC).
Christmas Break 12/18/23 or 12/20/23 to 1/7/23. Music Lessons begin 1/8/24.
2024 Music Lessons Plan
V4–7/10/23
V5–8/18/23
V6-10/30/23
Please check your vacation plans for 2024 to see if they conflict with the following plans. Thank-you.
Music Lessons Days (Mon-Fri)
1. 1/8/24-1/26/24,
2. 2/5/24-2/26/24 (Mon)
3. 3/5/24 (Tues)-3/22/24
4. 4/8/24-4/26/24,
5. 5/6/24-5/24/24
6. 5/27/24-6/21/24,
7. 7/8/24-7/26/24
8. 8/12/24-8/30/24
9. 9/2/24-9/20/24
10. 10/7/24-10/25/24
11. 10/28/24-11/15/24
12. 11/18/24-11/22/24, 12/9/24-12/20/24
OFF days in 2024
1. 1/1/24-1/7/24, 7d
2. 1/27/24-2/4/24, 9d
3. 2/27/24 (Tues) 3/4/24 (MON) 7d
4. 3/23/24-4/7/24, 16d
5. 4/27/24-5/5/24, 9d
6. 6/22/24-7/7/24, 16 days
7. 7/27/24-8/11/24, 16d
8. 9/21/24-10/6/24, 16d
9. 11/23/24-12/8/24, 16d
10. 12/21/24-12/31/24, 11d
Transport to and from music lessons:
If you are too busy to send your children to and from music lessons, Dr Ng has a friend who is a TRUSTED Uber/Lyft driver that I can vouch for. She is Maria Elena Uber/ Lyft Driver—(661) 333-6892
10/40/23 Update: Here is a dependable and reliable friend of mine who is a young man with commercial drivers license and plays the cello. He is able to bring your child for lessons when you are unable: please call Felix Martin — +1 (661) 578-0403.
2024 private Lessons Days & Dates
DAYS Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays
N=36 36 36 36 36 36
1 1/8/24 1/9/24 1/10/24 1/11/24 1/12/24
2 1/15/24 1/16/24 1/17/24 1/18/24 1/19/24
3 1/22/24 1/23/24 1/24/24 1/25/24 1/26/24
4 2/5/24 2/6/24 2/7/24 2/8/24 2/9/24
5 2/12/24 2/13/24 2/14/24 2/15/24 2/16/24
6 2/19/24 2/20/24 2/21/24 2/22/24 2/23/24
7 2/26/24 3/5/24 3/6/24 3/7/24 3/8/24
8 3/11/24 3/12/24 3/13/24 3/14/24 3/15/24
9 3/18/24 3/19/24 3/20/24 3/21/24 3/22/24
10 4/8/24 4/9/24 4/10/24 4/11/24 4/12/24
11 4/15/24 4/16/24 4/17/24 4/18/24 4/19/24
12 4/22/24 4/23/24 4/24/24 4/25/24 4/26/24
13 5/6/24 5/7/24 5/8/24 5/9/24 5/10/24
14 5/13/24 5/14/24 5/15/24 5/16/24 5/17/24
15 5/20/24 5/21/24 5/22/24 5/23/24 5/24/24
16 5/27/24 5/28/24 5/29/24 5/30/24 5/31/24
17 6/3/24 6/4/24 6/5/24 6/6/24 6/7/24
18 6/17/24 6/18/24 6/19/24 6/20/24 6/21/24
19 7/8/24 7/9/24 7/10/24 7/11/24 7/12/24
20 7/15/24 7/16/24 7/17/24 7/18/24 7/19/24
21 7/22/24 7/23/24 7/24/24 7/25/24 7/26/24
22 8/12/24 8/13/24 8/14/24 8/15/24 8/16/24
23 8/19/24 8/20/24 8/21/24 8/22/24 8/23/24
24 8/26/24 8/27/24 8/28/24 8/29/24 8/30/24
25 9/2/24 9/3/24 9/4/24 9/5/24 9/6/24
26 9/9/24 9/10/24 9/11/24 9/12/24 9/13/24
27 9/16/24 9/17/24 9/18/24 9/19/24 9/20/24
28 10/7/24 10/8/24 10/9/24 10/10/24 10/11/24
29 10/14/24 10/15/24 10/16/24 10/17/24 10/18/24
30 10/21/24 10/22/24 10/23/24 10/24/24 10/215/24
31 10/28/24 10/29/24 10/30/24 10/31/24 11/1/24
32 11/4/24 11/5/24 11/6/24 11/7/24 11/8/24
33 11/11/24 11/12/24 11/13/24 11/14/24 11/15/24
34 11/18/24 11/19/24 11/20/24 11/21/24 11/22/24
35 12/9/24 12/10/24 12/11/24 12/12/24 12/13/24
36 12/16/24 12/17/24 12/18/24 12/19/24 12/20/24
Summary of Private Lessons per Quarter per Weekday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Q1=3+4+2=9 Q1=3+3+3=9 Q1=3+3+3=9 Q1=3+3+3=9 Q1=3+3+3=9
Q2=3+3+3=9 Q2=3+3+3=9 Q2=3+3+3=9 Q2=3+3+3=9 Q2=3+3+3=9
Q3=3+3+3=9 Q3=3+3+3=9 Q3=3+3+3=9 Q3=3+3+3=9 Q3=3+3+3=9
Q4=4+3+2=9 Q4=4+3+2=9 Q4=4+3+2=9 Q4=4+3+2=9 Q4=3+4+2=9
T=36 T=36 T=36 T=36 T=36
Bakersfield school calendar
8/14/23
3/25/24-4/1/24 spring break, monday
5/30/24 last day of school
E-Newsletter 19, Oct 2023
Thursday, October 5, 2023 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-NEWSLETTER 19, October, 2023
9/20/23–v2
9/29/23–v3
#—New Students for Oct, 2023
#—MTAC Student Recital: Oct-Dec.
#—Award Recipients in Sept, 2023
#—Sept, Theory Classes Pictures
#—OCTOBER GROUP MAKE-UP CLASSES
#- Sept-Dec breaks/vacation for Dr Ng
#—Covid-19 strikes Dr Ng
#—GEMS from pass E-Newsletters
NEW STUDENTS for OCTOBER, 2023
1. Kristen A, 7, violin, 9/13/23
2. Alan T, 13, cello & piano, 9/8/23
3. Jacqueline W, 10, 10/15/23
MTAC RECITALS
Dear students/parents,
Please join and prepare for as many recitals & scholarships in this list as possible. Last year, no student was awarded the high school scholarships. This year it will awarded to a high school student, which will be decided by application form and audition.
Please record the date, location, as well as the name of your solo(s) of your performances for recitals, church, nursing homes & MSSL which will be used to determine the youth awards for students in Grades K - 12.
MTAC RECITALS/EVENTS IN 2023/2024
DATE
EVENT
LOCATION/INFORMATION
2. Thursday, September 28
Jazz/Pop Festival Registration Due $20 (with judging & medallion?)
Due to Andy Ng
Saturday, October 14
Jazz/Pop Festival
Beale Library Auditorium
3. Thursday, October 12
MSSL (Music Students Service League) Halloween Recital Registr. Registration
Due to Andy Ng (no fee)
Saturday, October 28
MSSL Halloween Recital
Beale Library Auditorium
4. Thursday, November 9
November Recital Registration Due $5
Due to Andy Ng
Sunday, November 19
November Recital
Mill Creek Christian Church
5. Thursday, November 23
MSSL Holiday Recital Registration
Due to Andy Ng (no fee)
Saturday, December 9
MSSL Holiday Recital
Edwards Theater @ Marketplace
Award Recipients in Sept, 2023
1. JULIAN ISAIAH VIDUYA, 8, PIANO CHAMPION DISTINCTION 131/150, 9/12/23
2. JACOB CAMERON VIDUYA, 12
PIANO CHAMPION DISTINCTION, 132/150, 9/12/23
3. JACOB CAMERON VIDUYA, 12
VIOLIN CHAMPION DISTINCTION, 130/150, 9/12/23

SEPTEMBER THEORY CLASS PICS
Sept. 2023 Theory Classes
Theory homework reminder: Remember to copy at least one piece, for each instrument for next theory class homework
for $2 bill reward.
T2. 1st TUES—TEAL THEORY, 9/5/23–6:15-6:40, 25 min, George N; Bernadette R: intervals; note values with rhythmic syllables, solfège; note names, place specific names with one hand.

T4. 1st THURS—1:30 PURPLE THEORY, 9/7/23: Ruth G, Amelia C, content: rhythmic syllables; Place specific names: 4 F, Chromatic scale solfège,
Sight singing

T5. 1st THURS—5:00 pm: RED THEORY 9/7/23: Jacob V, Slan T, Julian V, Saoirse B, Letty S, Bailey V, Ashley V; Content: Solfège; Rhythmic Syllables, content: 4F’s: Foot/1SB, Fish/TS, Face/BS, Flag/TL; Intervals: cuckoo III vs Froggy VI;

T8. 1st FRI—APRICOT Theory, 4:00 pm 9/8/23. Daniel T, Bernadette R, Zeah L, Violet E; content: 4F’s: Foot/1SB, Fish/TS, Face/BS, Flag/TL; Intervals: cuckoo III vs Froggy VI;

T1. 1st MON—5:30 pm: SILVER THEORY 9/11/23; Zeah Leah, Violet E, Alondra F, Bernadette R, Manuel V.; Contents: Solfège, 4F’s: Foot/1SB, Fish/TS, Face/BS, Flag/TL; Intervals: Major 3rd Happy, minor 3rd sad.

T6. 2nd THURS—5:00 pm: BLUE THEORY 9/14/23: Alejandro R, Saoirse B, Kristen A, Cohen M, Letty S, Alan T; Content: PSN (place specific Names): 4 F’s, 4 G’s: top to bottom G-clef: 1SA=Goose, 2L=GOAT; F-clef: TS=Goldfish, BL=Gopher; intervals: Grasshopper4 vs Quacky 5; Cuckoo 3 vs Froggy6…

9/14/23–piano group: Alejandro R, Violet E, Cohen M; rhapsody by Liszt, recital prep

T9. 2nd FRI— MANGO Theory, 2:15 pm 9/15/23: Scarlet M, Zeah L, Content: Solfège, 4 F’s, Flag, Face, Fish, Foot; Intervals: Major 3rd vs minor 3rd; cuckoo 3 vs Froggy 6. semiquavers & quavers—Ti-tika/Tea coffee; Mississippi stop stop

T3. 3rd WED—11:30 am/5:00 pm: WHITE THEORY, 9/20/23–Cancelled
T7. 3rd THURS—5:00 pm: GREEN THEORY 9/21/23: Alan T, Bailey V, Cohen M, Letty S, Saoirse B & Mark A; Scales in Thirds: 1 3, 2 4, 3 5, 4 6, 5 7, 6 1, 7 2, 1 3; 3 1, 2 7, 1 6, 7 5, 6 4, 5 3, 4 2, 3 1;
1. Review 4 F’s Flag-TL, Face-BS, Fish-4L; Foot-1SB
2. Learn 4 G’s: Goose-1SA, Goat-2L; Goldfish-TS, Golpher—BL
3. Plan for 4 E’s: Eagle—TS, Elephant—BL, Eel—MS, Earthworm—1LB

Violin Group 9/18/23, 5:00, 40 min
Mark Alford, Violet Esposo, Cohen Morris, Alondra Figueroa

#—OCTOBER GROUP MAKE-UP CLASSES
GROUP Make-up Classes (sign-up, min 2)
V1–9/20/23
1st Thurs 5:45 pm—Violet Violin, 10/12/23–
2nd Thurs 5:45 pm—Orange Piano, 10/19/23–
3rd Thurs 5:45 pm—Yellow Guitar, 10/26/23–Cohen,
2nd MON—5:00 pm—Bronze Violin, 10/16/23–
3rd MON—5:00 pm—Piano group, 10/23/23–
4th MON—5:00 pm—Platinum Guitar, 10/30/23
2nd FRI—10:30 am—Vivaldi Violin, 10/20/23
Sept-Dec breaks or vacation for Dr Ng:
1. 9/25/23-10/8/23–16 days
2. 11/10/23–Friday Public Holiday
3. 11/18/23-11/26/23–9 days
4. 11/30/23–1-day, Thursday
5. 12/16/23-12/31/23–16 days
#—Covid-19 strikes Dr Ng
On 9/18/23, I was coughing like crazy, didn’t sleep well the previous night because of upset stomach and splitting headache, so the Covid kit test confirmed I had Covid-19. My vaccines & boosters: Sinovac (9/14/21), AstraZenica (10/12/21); Pfizer booster (2), Moderna Booster —(5/27/22)
Result is to continue classes on FaceTime, Messenger or RockOutLoud app with the best audio, until my Covid is gone. Group theory classes can continue with zoom.
Monday, 9/18/23, preparation for the 9/24/23 MTAC recital took 2-3 hours. All students and families are invited to attend the free recitals at 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm at Mill Creek Christian church, 1616 S St, Bakersfield, about opposite the AMTRAK Station.

Optional help:
The next 2 weeks, Dr Ng is off, but if you need help, please record short videos 30 sec-2 min., during your normal weekly lesson time—of your challenging sections of pieces to email to teacher for comments of improvement.
#—GEMS from pass E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 8B, October, 2022
Congratulations to new Apprentice/Musician Test Award Recipients
1. Violet E, Apprentice Violin Merit, 127/150, 9/26/22
2. Julian V, Apprentice Piano Merit, 129/150, 9/27/22
3. Jacob V, Apprentice Violin Merit, 120/150, 9/27/22
4. Jacob V, Apprentice Piano Distinction, 133/150, 9/27/22
5. George N, Musician Violin Distinction, 131/150, 9/27/22
6. Billie M, Apprentice Cello Merit, 126/150, 9/28/20
7. Alejandro R, Apprentice Piano Merit, 128/150, 9/28/22
8. Daniel Tomas, 7, Musician Violin Merit, 123/150. 10/7/22
9. Mark Alford, 60, Apprentice Violin Merit, 121/150, 10/15/22
Early life of Amadeus Mozart—-Who are those strangers whose music I play.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart improvised at the age of two and played violin by ear in his father’s quartet at the age of four. One amazing story tells how little Mozart actually substituted for a violinist one night simply by picking up the instrument and playing without any prior tutelage. Wolfgang wrote notes before words. The baby sat at the clavier for any length of time, willingly and eagerly touching the keys tentatively and delicately. At five he cared for nothing but music. His first book of minuets and songs was published when he was six. One of young Mozart’s tricks was to play and improvise on the clavier for the Kings and Queens of Europe—-blindfolded!
E-Newsletter 4, June, 2022
WHO WANTS PERFECT PITCH?
I just returned from a visit to my mother, Ann Ng who is only 95 years young—she is doing fine; and my musical sister, Angeline Ng-Schalesky, 53, who is an accomplished concert pianists and has a very special talent—she has perfect pitch! You play any piece and she will know what key it is in, like A major or B minor. This talent is rare but I hope all my students can develop perfect pitch. How? Well everyday try to sing the A4-440, the A above middle C, or the A of the 2nd string of the violin or the 1st string of the viola and cello or 5th string of the guitar. Than compare with the piano or instrument and see how close you are. Parents, please help me train your children to develop perfect pitch by testing them everyday. Make it a game and have fun.
WHO WANTS TO BECOME A FAMOUS COMPOSER? (I got this idea from Angeline Ng again)
Road to becoming a composer: Begin to copy Bach or any music piece you are learning, every day in a beautiful manuscript book. Start with 2-4 measures. Aim for 2 lines everyday
Angeline has a friend who did this as a music student and now she is composing wonderful music. Adult students and parents of my students, please get a quality manuscript book and encourage your student or yourself to start copying music, 2- lines of Mozart’s Twinkle Variations (in full) and Theme; and best of all Johan Sebastian Bach’s works from Minuet I to his mighty organ or orchestral works. Doing this daily will be the goal.
E-Newsletter 18, Sept. 2024
Friday, September 1, 2023 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-NEWSLETTER 18, September, 2023
9/13/23–v8
#—New Students for Sept, 2023
#—MTAC Student Recital: 9/24/23
#—Award Recipients in Aug, 2023
#—Aug. Theory Classes Pictures
#—Sept. GROUP MAKE-UP CLASSES
#—Certificate of Distinction Exams Prep
#—KERN MTAC Recital Dress CODE
#—10 MTAC RECITALS 2023-2024
#—GEMS from pass E-Newsletters
NEW STUDENTS for SEPTEMBER, 2023
1. Scarlet P, 13, violin
2. Saoirse B, 8, cello
3. Vicky Qin, 16, piano, Payson, AZ
MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA (MTAC) Students Recital: 9/24/23, Sunday at 1:30 pm. I hope all students will participate by giving me your preferred FULL name for the recital program, the TITLE of your piece, the composer’s FULL name, length of performance in minutes & seconds, level of the piece; please give me $5.00 cash, Zelle or check by Thursday 9/7/23. Recital Venue: Mill Creek Christian Church—1660 S. St. Bakersfield 93301; see the Dress code below. Stay until end of recital. Invite friends & relatives. Please come between 1:05-1:20 PM.

#-AWARD RECIPIENTS IN AUGUST, 2023
ALEJANDRO VIGGO RIVERA, CHAMPION. PIANO DISTINCTION 144/150, 8/2/23:

AMELIA HOLLIS COBAR, CHAMPION VIOLIN DISTINCTION 135/150, 8/3/23:

DANIEL TOMAS, SUPERSTAR VIOLIN DISTINCTION 136/150 on 6/16/23. 1st SUPERSTAR (level 4) awarded by Dr Ng.

OLIVIA ANN CASABAG, SUPERSTAR PIANO 112/150, 8/17/23:

SOPHIA MARIE CABASAG, SUPERSTAR PIANO MERIT, 127/150, 8/17/23:

THEORY CLASSES AUGUST
T2. 8/1/23—6:20 pm: TEAL THEORY: George N, Pranav G: Scales, Solfège, Notes, Rests, Intervals.
T4. PURPLE THEORY: 8/3/23, 1:30 pm: Zeah L, Cohen M, Ruth D, Daniel T: Solfège, Scales: Do-WW h, WWWh., rhythms, note values.

T5. RED THEORY 8/3/23, 5:00 pm, Clyde H, Bailey V, Bernadette R, Alondra F, Letty S, Cohen M, Julian V, Jacob V: Thirds & Sixths, semi-quavers & quavers. Boys better in Alberti Bass & bass clef notes; girls better in intervals: Thirds & Sixths

T8. 8/4/23, FRI—APRICOT Theory, 4:00 pm : McKenzie R, Amelia C, Daniel T, Violet E: Solfège: Fi=Thumbs Up; Scales: D & G; Bass Clef Notes, Alberti Bass, Intervals: Cuckoo 3 vs. Froggy 6.

T1. 1st Mon., 8/7/23—5:00 pm: SILVER THEORY: Pranav G, Bernadette R, Violet E, Alondra F, Zeah L.:
Solfège, Intervals: Fifths & Thirds; quavers & semiquavers, Beethoven’s 5th.

T6. 2nd THURS, 8/10/23—5:00 pm: BLUE THEORY: Olivia C, Sophia C, Bailey V, Letty S, Manuel V, Clyde H, Cohen M; Scale format 1st Tetrachord & 2nd Tetrachords; Solfège, composition preparation with answering Rhythmic patterns, intervals differences.

T9. 8/15/23, 2nd FRI— MANGO Theory, 2:15 pm: Daniel T, McKenzie R, Mark A, Scarlet P, Violet E, Bernadette R: Solfège; Note Names, Alberti Base with bass clef on E, B, C; Intervals, 3rds vs. 5ths, 6ths.

T3. 8/16/23–3rd WED—5:00 pm: WHITE THEORY—Billie Mayer, Mark Alford, Sara Vargas(ZOOM): chord names: chords on I=Tonic, II=Supertonic, III=Mediant, IV=Subdominant, V=Dominant, VI=Submediant; VII=Leading Note. Alberti bass: 1546/do so mi so on C, F & G.

8/17/23, 3rd THURS—5:00 pm: GREEN THEORY: Pranav G, Olivia C, Clyde H, Cohen M, Sophia C, Bailey V; perfect pitch training, solfège, complex rhythmic syllables, intervals—Thirds vs. 6ths, 5ths vs. octaves, Spelling out chords & Alberti bass; composition preparation—rhythmic questions & answers.

8/24/23, 5:00, 40 min, extra Thursday
GREEN THEORY: Clyde H, Pranav G, Letty S, Zeah L, Ashley V; Scale of D Major; Notes: semibreve, minim, Crochrt, quaver, semiquaver, compose questions & Answers; Intervals: M2, M3, P4, P5, M6, M7:

Group VIVALDI violin/theory, 8/11/24, 10:30: Amelia, Daniel & Zeah: Minuet 1, Twinkle theme & Var A; scales structure, composing simple tunes.

8/21/23, 3rd Mon Piano group, 5:00 pm: Jacob & Julian V, Pranav G: Scales B, C, d minor: natural, harmonic, melodic minor, broken chords: root, 1st inversion , 2nd inversion; Musette—Jacob, AllegroJulian ,
Ear-training grade 2

8/23/23–11:30 am, 40 m theory, Sara & Billie: rhythm, solfège, intervals, question & answer, ear-training

GROUP Make-up Classes (sign-up, min 2)
V4-8/21/23
1st Thurs 5:45 pm—Violet Violin, 9/7/23–
2nd Thurs 5:45 pm—Orange Piano, 9/14/23–
3rd Thurs 5:45 pm—Yellow Guitar, 9/21/23–Cohen,
2nd MON—5:00 pm—Bronze Violin, 9/18/ 23–Alondra F,
3rd MON—5:00 pm—Piano group, 10/23/23–
4th MON—5:00 pm—Platinum Guitar, 10/30/23
2nd FRI—10:30 am—Vivaldi Violin, 9/15/23

Preparing for Apprentice, Musician, Champion, Superstar, Bach, Beethoven, Brahms & BARTOK tests.
V6-8/17/23
Maximum points 150; Passing 100-119; Merit 120-129; DISTINCTION 120-150
A. Three pieces, better to memorize; play on pitch, correct rhythms, good sound and interesting expression. Each piece is 30 points; 20-22 = passing, 23-26=merit; 27-30= Distinction.
B. Scales & Broken Chords (21 points) in keys of A, D and G for violin; C, G, D for piano; D, G, C for cello. From 1 octave. Total 21 points 1. Scales (ladder): 1 octave= 8 notes, from Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do. 1-2 34 5 6 78-7 6 5 43 2 1–; two half steps are Mi Fa, 34 and Ti Do, 78, the rest are five Whole steps. Arpeggios (like a harp) are Do Mi So Do So Mi Do/1 3 5 8 5 3 1. For piano—Broken chords: 135, 35i, 5 i iii i—; iii i 5, i 5 3, 531 5–.
C. Sight reading—play a few bars of new music never practiced, or compose or improvise a tune. (21 points)
D. Aural (18 points): differentiate 2-time vs. 3-time by clapping the beat; sing/echo 3 simple phrases; listen to changes in notes at beginning or end of a phrase; describe 2 elements of volume (piano vs Forte); staccato vs. legato, change from piano to forte whether gradual or sudden.
KERN BRANCH MTAC DRESS CODE GUIDELINES OPTIONAL: print out a copy to sign and give to Dr Andy Ng.

Recitals MTAC
V3–8/24/23
Dear students/parents,
Please join and prepare for as many recitals & scholarships in this list as possible. Last year, no student was awarded the high school scholarships. This year it will awarded to a high school student, which will be decided by application form and audition.
Please record the date, location, as well as the name of your solo(s) of your performances for recitals, church, nursing homes & MSSL which will be used to determine the youth awards for students in Grades K - 12.
MTAC RECITALS/EVENTS IN 2023/2024
DATE
EVENT
LOCATION/INFORMATION
1. Thursday, September 7, 2023
September Recital Registration Due $5
Due to Andy Ng
Sunday, September 24
September Recital
Mill Creek Christian Church 1:30 pm
2. Thursday, September 28
Jazz/Pop Festival Registration Due $20 (with judging & medallion?)
Due to Andy Ng
Saturday, October 14
Jazz/Pop Festival
Beale Library Auditorium ( Matthew Lewy)
3. Thursday, October 12
MSSL (Music Students Service League) Halloween Recital Registr. Registration
Due to Andy Ng (no fee)
Saturday, October 28
MSSL Halloween Recital
Beale Library Auditorium
4. Thursday, November 9
November Recital Registration Due $5
Due to Andy Ng
Sunday, November 19
November Recital
Mill Creek Christian Church
5. Thursday, November 23
MSSL Holiday Recital Registration
Due to Andy Ng (no fee)
Saturday, December 9
MSSL Holiday Recital
Edwards Theater @ Marketplace
Friday, January 12, 2024
Teacher Recital
First Presbytarian Church 6:30pm
6. Thursday, January 11, 2024
January Recital Registration Due $5
Due to Andy Ng
Sunday, January 21
January Recital
Mill Creek Christian Church
7. Thursday, January 25
Winter Festival Registration Due $20
Due to Andy Ng
Saturday, Februrary 10
Winter Festival
Beale Library Auditorium
8. Thursday, February 22
Baroque Festival Registration Due $20 to Andy Ng
Saturday, March 9
Baroque Festival
California Keyboards
9. Thursday, Feb 29
Select Student Recital Apps Due (level 6+)
Due to Tasha McJunkin after review with Andy Ng
Saturday, March 16
Select Student Recital Auditions
By Appointment
Friday, April 12
Select Student Recital(s) (min 15 mins by memory)
TBA
Monday, April 1
Scholarships (YOUTH AWARDS--UP TO $40.00; HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SELECTED BY AUDITION)
APPLICATIONS DUE FROM STUDENT (BY MAIL) Applications
Due to Alicia Ellsworth after review with Andy Ng
Saturday, April 13
Scholarship Auditions
By Appointment
10. Thursday, April 11
Honors/April Recital Registration Due $5 FOR REGULAR RECITAL. NO FEE FOR HONORS RECITAL.
Due to Andy Ng
Sunday, April 21
Honors/April Recital
Mill Creek Christian Church
11. Thursday, April 18
Showcase Recital Registration
Due to Andy Ng (no fee)
Sunday, May 5
Showcase and Awards Recital (certificates/vouchers)
Mill Creek Christian Church
GEMS from E-newsletter 3, May, 2022
Refer a friend or family member for music lessons and earn $30 music lessons rebate/discount as a referral reward for each new student who joins our family at least 3 months. They will also receive a $30 music lessons rebate/discount too on their 4th month. Thank you for your referrals.
From E-newsletter 6 & 7
WEBSITE: DrAndyNgML.mymusicstaff.com
You should receive an email with login for student or parent portal.
PLEASE LOG YOUR PRACTICE TIME on the website. Aim for 30 minutes daily Monday-Friday.
You can check for private and group lesson schedule and sign up for make-up group lessons & group theory classes. You can get lesson notes and current and past e-newsletters.
You can also sign up for automatic payment for monthly lesson fees with any credit card using stripe best of all—no convenience fees.
GEMS From E-newsletter 9-B
What you learn from Dr Andy Ng music lessons?
Cello:
1. Hold cello and bow with bow exercises for strong fingers.
2. Get the best tone by using the bow on the best sound point.
3. Play on tune with excellent pitch, proper rhythm & correct technique.
4. Read music for cello in bass, treble and tenor clefs
5. Enjoy playing simple folk tunes by memory.
Guitar & Ukelele
1. Hold the guitar or ukelele, strum & pluck the strings with right thumb and three fingers. (PIMA)
2. Play chords accompanying folk songs like Twinkle2 Little Star & popular songs.
3. Read notes and play simple scales and arpeggios.
4. Enjoy entertaining with solos pieces and accompanying others.
Piano
1. Sight read keyboard music using “Place Specific Names” as the brain actually reads music.
2. Play scales, arpeggios and easy folk songs like “Twinkle2 Little Star,” “Amazing Grace,”
3. Learn rhythmic syllables & Sol-Fa, helping you play new pieces
4. Develop perfect pitch and form chords to accompany, improvise & compose original music.
5. Sight read songs and perform for recitals and music tests.
Viola and Violin
1. Hold bow and instrument properly with warm-up exercises and bow exercises.
2. Get the best sound by using the bow on the best sound point of the string.
3. Play on tune with excellent pitch and correct technique using color patterns.
4. Read music with rhythmic syllables, Sol-Fa & “Place Specific Names.”
5. Play beautifully with vibrato and bowing “out and in” rather than “down and up.”
Bonuses:
1. Music theory group classes help perform, compose, conduct, appreciate & understand music.
2. Ear training in private & group lessons develop perfect pitch and talented performance.
3. Free make-up group lessons prepare for performing without stage-fright for recitals & auditions.
4. Lesson Notes are emailed with start & stop times, techniques, helpful mantras, to be copied in your “music for life” notebooks.
5. Motivation to practice include: monthly awards, quarterly tests with wristbands, certificates & practice buddies & stickers for music notebooks.
6. Students can learn one instrument and experiment with a different instrument to find their instrument of specialty.
7. Prepare for tests/exams to earn certificates from MTAC (Music Teachers Association of California) and ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music).
GEMS From E-newsletter 13-B,
Theory Study Guide 12.2, March 2023, revised 3/3/23
Part A: Solfège songs:
1. Seesaw Up & down, In the sky and on the ground—So Mi—5 3, 55 3, 55 33 55 3;
2. You Cannot Catch Me: You Cannot Catch Me- So Mi La So Mi—5 36 5 3, 55 36 5 3.
3. Happy Birthday 2: starts on SO (If C Major, starts on G) (Bold means octave higher) 3/4: 55 | 6 5 1 | 7 -, 55 | 6 5 2 | 1 -, 55 | 5 3 1 | 7 6 -, 44 | 3 1 2 | 1 - || SO SO LA SO DO* TI -, SO SO LA SO RE DO -, SO SO SO* MI* DO* TI LA -, FA* FA* MI* DO* RE* DO*-. (TIM-KA TA TA TA (3rd time TA) TWO-OO, (4 times).
4. Beethoven’s 9th; C Major, 4/4, Cut time= 2/2: 3345 | 5432 | 1123 | 3. 2 2- , |3345 | 5432 | 1123 | 2.1 1- ,| 2231 | 23431 | 23432 | 12 5 - , | 3345 | 5432 | 1123 | 2.1 1- || (Italic = octave below)
5. Wagner’s Bridal March (G Major, 4/4): 5 1. 1 1 - | 5 2. 7 1 - | 5 1. 3 4 3.2 | 1 21 7. 1 2 - | 5 1. 1 1 - | 5 2. 7 1 - | 5 1. 3 5 3. 1 | 6- 54 32 | 1 - - - ||
6. Star-Spangled Banner: (Bold means octave higher, Italic means 2 octaves higher; “Tim-ka”; A Major, 3/4: 53 | 1 3 5 | 1 - 32 | 1 3 4# | 5 - , 55 | 3 . 2 1 | 7 - 67 | 1 1 5 | 3 1 , 53 | 1 3 5 | 1 - 32 | 1 3 4# | 5 - , 55 | 3 . 2 1 | 7 - 67 | 1 1 5 | 3 1 , 33 | 3 4 5 | 5 - , 43 | 2 3 4 | 4 - , 4 | 3. 2 1 | 7 - 67 | 1 3 4# | 5 - , 5 | 1 1 1 7 | 6 6 6 | 2 43 21 | 1 7-, 55 | 1. 2 34 | 5 1 —, 12 | 3. 4 2 | 1 - ||
Part B:
1. Intervals: Major 2nd= Bumble Bee, Major 3rd = Cuckoo; Perfect 4th = Grasshopper; Perfect 5th = Quacky; Major 6th = Froggy; Major 7th = Donkey. What plus what = Octave? M2 & m7; M3 & m6; P4 & P5.
2. Scales in Thirds: 1 3, 2 4, 3 5, 4 6, 5 7, 6 1, 7 2, 1 3; 3 1, 2 7, 1 6, 7 5, 6 4, 5 3, 4 2, 3 1;
3. Scales in Fourths: 1 4, 2 5, 3 6 4 7 5 1, 6 2 7 3 1 4; 4 1, 3 7, 2 6, 1 5, 7 4, 6 3, 5 2, 4 1 .
4. Happy (H) Major 3rd or Sad (s) minor 3rd: *=octave higher:
1 3–H, DO MI, DO MAY—s
2 4– s, RE FA; RE FI—H
3 5– s, MI SO, MI SI—H
4 6– H, FA LA, FA LAY-s
5 7– H, SO TI, SO TAY-s
6 1* — s, LA DO*, LA DI*-H
7 2* —s, TI RA*, TI RI -H
1* 3* — H, DO* MI*, DO* MAY*-s
Part C—Rhythmic syllables:
1. USA vs INTERNATIONAL: whole note=Semibreve, half note=minim, quarter note=crochet, 8th note=quaver, 16th note=semiquaver.
2. Whole note=TAY-AY-AY-AY; Dotted half note=TOY-OY-OY; Half note= TWO-OO; 4 Quarter notes = TA TA TA TA; 2 Eighth Notes = TI-TI; 4 SIXTEENTH notes = TIKA TIKA;
3. Triplets/three 8th Notes= TRI-O-LA; Dotted 8th & 16th notes = TIMKA (slow fast) TiKAM (fast slow) Others: TI-TIKA, TIKA-TI, TIKA-TIKA TI-TI.
4. HOMEWORK: Write out rhythmic syllables for one of your exam pieces. For example: TA TA TA TA TA TA TWO-OO(6 times)
Extra: Happy Birthday for 1st time learners, F Major—starts on C DO:
11 | 2 1 4 (Grasshopper)| 3 -,
11 | 2 1 5 (Quacky) | 4 -, 11 |(Octave) 8 (cuckoo) 6 (cuckoo) 4 | (bumblebee) 3 (bumblebee) 2 -, (B flat) 77 | 6 4 5 | 4 -.
DO DO RE DO FA MI, DO DO RE DO SO FA, DO DO DO* LA FA MI RE, TAY TAY (not TI) LA FA SO FA.
Part 4: Meter—2/4, 3/4, 4/4=Common Time; Cut time = 2/2.
1. Happy Birthday-3/4, triple meter
2. Star-Spangled banner—3/4, triple time
3. Beethoven’s 9th—-4/4, Common time/ “C”
4. Wagner’s Bridal March—4/4, Common time/“C”
5. Seesaw Up & down—2/4, duple time
6. Twinkle—4/4
7. Lightly Row—2/4 or 4/4?
8. Song of the Wind—2/4
9. Minuet 1–3/4
10. Long2 Ago—2/4
Part 5: Copy Bach piece like Minuet OR one exam piece per month for awards.
E-Newsletter 17, August 2023
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 17, August, 2023
V9-8/1/23g
#—New Students
#—Award Recipients in July, 2023
#—Theory Classes
#—2023 Calendar
#—Lesson Rate Revision
#—2024 Calendar
#—Trusted Uber driver
Welcome New Students for July/August, 2023
1. Zeah L, 4, violin, 8/1/23
2. Bernadette R, violin, 7/14/23
3. Clyde H, 13, guitar, 7/13/23
July Award Recipients:
1. ROLAND JOE RAINTAMA, 29, CHAMPION CELLO DISTINCTION 137/150, 7/2/23.
2. MATTHEW LEWY, 14, MUSICIAN CELLO MERIT 121/150, 7/23/23.
3. ALONDRA FIGUEROA, 13, APPRENTICE VIOLIN DISTINCTION 134/150, on 7/24/23.
4. BAILEY GRACE VIDUYA, 5, APPRENTICE PIANO DISTINCTION 130/150 on 7/25/23.
5. GEORGE HENRY NOALL, 11, CHAMPION VIOLIN DISTINCTION, 135/150, 7/25/23.
6. AVIANA RAMONA RIVERA, 12, CHAMPION VIOLIN DISTINCTION 140/150, 7/26/23.
7. VIOLET TOLENTINO ESPOSO APPRENTICE PIANO DISTINCTION 140/150, 7/28/23
8. ZOE ELIZABETH RAMIREZ, 6, pass APPRENTICE PIANO MERIT 126/130, 7/28/23.


ALONDRA FIGUEROA

BAILEY GRACE VIDUYA

GEORGE HENRY NOALL

AVIANA RAMONA RIVERA

VIOLET TOLENTINO ESPOSO

ZOE ELIZABETH RAMIREZ
New Theory Classes (1st, 2nd, 3rd = that Dr Ng teaches)
T1. 1st MON—5:00 pm: SILVER THEORY
T2. 1st TUES—6:20 pm: TEAL THEORY
T3. 3rd WED—11:30 am/5:00 pm: WHITE THEORY
T4. 1st THURS—1:30 PURPLE THEORY
T5. 1st THURS—5:00 pm: RED THEORY
T6. 2nd THURS—5:00 pm: BLUE THEORY
T7. 3rd THURS—5:00 pm: GREEN THEORY
T8. 1st FRI—APRICOT Theory, 4:00 pm
T9. 2nd FRI— MANGO Theory, 2:15 pm
GROUP Make-up Classes (sign-up, min 2)
1st Thurs 5:45 pm—Violet Violin, 8/3/23–Alondra, Manuel, Jacob
2nd Thurs 5:45 pm—Orange Piano, 8/10/23–Cohen, Jacob & Julian
3rd Thurs 5:45 pm—Yellow Guitar, 8/17/23–Clyde & Cohen
2nd MON—5:00 pm—Bronze Violin, 8/14/23–Manuel & Jacob, Aviana
3rd MON—5:00 pm—Gold Piano, 8/21/23–Julian & Jacob, Alejandro
4th MON—5:00 pm—Platinum Guitar, 8/28/23–Clyde (cancelled)
2nd FRI—10:30 am—Vivaldi Violin 8/11/23–Amelia & Daniel
T1. SILVER THEORY (FIRST MON. 5:00 pm): 8/7/23, 9/11/23, 10/9/23, 11/6/23, 12/4/23, 1/8/24, 2/5/24, 3/4/24, 5/6/24, 5/27/24, 6/24/24. 8/12/24, 9/2/24, 10/7/24, 11/18/24
T2. TEAL THEORY (FIRST TUE. 6:20) pm: 8/1/23; 9/5/23, 10/10/23, 11/7/23, 12/5/23; 1/9/24, 2/6/24, 3/5/24, 4/9/24, 5/7/24, 5/28/24, 6/25/24, 8/13/24, 9/3/24, 10/8/24, 11/19/24
T3. WHITE THEORY (3rd WED: 11:30 AM or 5:00 PM: 8/23/23, 9/20/23, 10/25/23, 11/15/23, 12/13/23.
T4. PURPLE THEORY (1st Thurs 1:30 pm: 8/3/23, 9/14/23, 10/12/23, 11/9/23, 12/7/23
T5. RED THEORY (1st Thurs 5:00 pm: 8/3/23, 9/14/23, 10/12/23, 11/9/23, 12/7/23
T6. BLUE THEORY (2nd Thurs 5:00 pm: 8/10/23, 9/21/23, 10/19/23, 11/16/23, 12/14/23
T7. GREEN THEORY (3rd Thurs 5:00 pm: 8/17/23, 9/28/23, 10/26/23, 11/23/23, 12/14/23
T8. APRICOT THEORY (1st Fri 4:00 pm: 8/4/23, 9/8/23, 10/13/23; 11/3/23, 12/1/23.
T9. MANGO THEORY (2nd FRI. 2:15 pm: 8/11/23, 9/15/23, 10/20/23; 11/10/23, 12/8/23.
2023 CALENDAR

Please check the 2023 chart for future holidays. Thank you.

7/20/23: T3. BLUE THEORY (2nd Thurs. 5:00 pm-5:55 pm, 55 min. Ashley V, Letty S, Cohen M, Bailey V, Bernadette R, Manuel V, McKenzie R.
Topics covered: D major scale; accidentals—sharps, flats & naturals, intervals; semiquavers: Ti-tika, syn-coo-pa, tika-tika.

3rd Wednesday, 7/26/23, WHITE THEORY, 5:00 pm—Alejandro, Mark, Aviana. Scales, Accidentals, Key Signatures, Semi quaver Rhythmic syllables: Ti-tika, syn-coo-pa, tika-tika.

7/27/24, 5:00, 40 min. GREEN THEORY: Letty, Bernadette, Bailey, Ashley
Solfège, Scale, chords on I=Tonic, II=Supertonic, III=Mediant, IV=Subdominant, V=Dominant, VI=Submediant; VII=Leading Note.
Lesson rate revision
Starting August 1, 2023
Why revise lesson rates?
1. Inflation, COL.
2. Increase & Maintain student numbers.
3. Provide a better music learning experience to all students.
4. Discounts of 5%, 10% & 15% for deposit and paying by the semester or the whole year.
All private lessons are 15, 25, 40, 55, 70….min and group theory are 40 minutes and group make-up lessons are 40 minutes.
Private Lessons to start on the hour, quarter past the hour, half past the hour or quarter to the next hour.
Starting August 1, the private lessons will be: 15 min—$25; 25 min —$45; 40 min—- $70; 55 min—-$90; 70 min—$115; Group theory 40-min classes $25. You can have all theory classes and private lessons in person or on messenger or zoom but please request by SMS ASAP, or latest by noon of your lesson day.
Music policies:
Please Note: There are no reimbursements for missed lessons, and tuition is never adjusted unless the teacher is absent and cannot provide the promised number of lessons.
Tuition 
Tuition is all-inclusive for fees, practice incentives, quarterly music tests, wristbands, certificates, Music4Life notebooks and practice buddies; providing families with the ease of knowing that the monthly payment is always the same amount. Your monthly payments cover the number of lessons offered per year, not per month.
New Rates:
15 min private lesson is $25
25 min private lesson is $45
40 min private lesson is $70
55 min private lesson is $90
70 min private lesson is $115
40 min Group theory class is $25; group make-up lessons are always FREE.
Registration—$15.00
5%, 10% & 15% DISCOUNTS:
1. Deposit of one month’s fees==>5% discount of future monthly fees, (this deposit may go towards last month’s fees.
2. Advance payment of whole semester’s fees (5-6 months) 10% discount of whole amount.
3. Advance payment of whole year’s fees (10-12 months) = 15% discount of whole amount.
NEW: Package #1A: $100/m (3 private lessons of 15 min plus 40 min group theory class).
Package #1: $160/m (3 private lessons of 25 min plus 40 min group theory class).
Package #2: $235/m (3 private 40 min lessons plus 40 min group theory class).
Package # 3: $295/m (3 private lessons of 55 min plus 40 min group theory class).
NEW: Package #4A: $150/m (3 private lessons of 15 min plus 3 group theory classes).
Package #4: $210/m (3 private lessons of 25 min plus 3 group theory classes).
Package #5: $285/m (3 private 40 min lessons plus 3 group theory classes).
Package # 6: $345/m (3 private lessons of 55 min plus 3 group theory classes).
Package #7: $420/m (3 private lessons of 70 min plus 3 group theory classes).
36 private lessons per year (prorated tuition is only for those who do not begin in January, June, or August) plus 12 or 36 theory group classes per year.
August - December = 20/30 lessons (15 private and 5 or 15 group theory lessons)

January - May = 20/30 lessons (15 private and 5 or 15 group theory lessons)

June - July = 8/12 lessons (6 private and 2-6 group theory lessons)

All students are expected to continue lessons during June and July. Students who "take a break" in June and July will be automatically added to the waiting list.
Monthly installments are due on the 1st of the month.
Dr Andy Ng’s Music Studio accepts checks, cash, Venmo, Zelle, ApplePay and credit/debit cards (PayPal). We will send online invoices. However, autopay through PayPal will be automatically set up the first time you put in your credit card information.
• $30 Late Fee for all payments received past the 10th of the month
• $30 Fee for all NSF Checks
• Forgot your payment? Pay online or drop-off/mail payment to avoid the late fee.
• Should something come up where you cannot financially fulfill your commitment to your lessons, advance notice and open, ongoing communication is appreciated and encouraged!
You can stop lessons anytime by giving notice for the last month’s lesson by the 15th of that month.
2024 Music Lessons Plan
V4–7/10/23
V5–8/18/23
Music Lessons Days (Mon-Fri)
1. 1/8/24-1/26/24 (3wks)
2. 2/5/24-2/23/24 (3wks)
3. 3/4/24-3/22/24 (3wks)
4. 4/8/24-4/26/24 (3wks)
5. 5/6/24-5/24/24 (3wks)
6. 5/27/24-6/7/24, 6/17/24-6/21/24 (3wks)
7. 6/24/24-7/12/24 (3wks)
8. 8/12/24-8/30/24 (3wks)
9. 9/2/24-9/20/24 (3wks)
10. 10/7/24-10/25/24 (3wks)
11. 10/28/24-11/15/24 (3wks)
12. 11/18/24-11/22/24, 12/9/24-12/20/24 (3wks)
OFF days in 2024
1. 1/1/24-1/7/24, 7d
2. 1/27/24-2/4/24, 9d
3. 2/24/24-3/3/24, 9d
4. 3/23/24-4/7/24, 16d
5. 4/27/24-5/5/24, 9d
6. 6/8/24-6/16/23, 9d
7. 7/13/24-8/11/24, 29d
8. 9/21/24-10/6/24, 16d
9. 11/23/24-12/8/24, 16d
10. 12/21/24-12/31/24, 11d
2024 CALENDAR

Transport to and from music lessons:
If you are too busy to send your children to and from music lessons, Dr Ng has a friend who is a TRUSTED Uber/Lyft driver that I can vouch for. She is Maria Elena Uber/ Lyft Driver—(661) 333-6892
E-Newsletter 16, July, 2023
Monday, July 10, 2023 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 16, July, 2023
V. 1–7/10/23, 13:40
#—New Students
#—Award Recipients in June, 2023
#—New Theory Classes
#—2023 Calendar
#—Lesson Rate Revision
#—2024 Lesson Plans
Welcome New Students for July/August, 2023
- Zeah Leal, 4, violin
June Award Recipients:
- Aaron Quang, 12, MUSICIAN CELLO with DISTINCTION, 140/150, 6/12/23.
- Julian Viduya, 8, MUSICIAN PIANO with DISTINCTION, 141/150, 6/13/23.
- Jacob Viduya, 12, MUSICIAN PIANO with DISTINCTION, 144/150, 6/13/23.
- Jacob Viduya, 12, MUSICIAN VIOLIN with DISTINCTION, 134/150, 6/13/23
- Jaslene Bosque, 7, APPRENTICE VIOLIN with MERIT, 124/150, 6/14/23.
- Jesse Bosque, 4, APPRENTICE CELLO, 117/150, 6/14/23.
New Theory Classes
T1. 1st MON—5:00 pm: SILVER THEORY
T2. 1st TUES—5:00 pm: TEAL THEORY
T3. 3rd WED—11:30 am/5:00 pm: WHITE THEORY
T4. 1st THURS—1:30 PURPLE THEORY
T5. 1st THURS—5:00 pm: RED THEORY
T6. 2nd THURS—5:00 pm: BLUE THEORY
T7. 3rd THURS—5:00 pm: GREEN THEORY
T8. 1st FRI—APRICOT Theory, 4:00 pm
T9. 2nd FRI— MANGO Theory, 2:15 pm
GROUP Make-up Classes (sign-up, min 2)
1st Thurs 5:45 pm—Violet Violin/Viola
2nd Thurs 5:45 pm—Orange Piano
3rd Thurs 5:45 pm—Yellow Cello, Guitar
2nd MON—5:00 pm—Bronze Violin/Viola
3rd MON—5:00 pm—Gold Piano
T1. SILVER THEORY (FIRST MON. 5:00 pm): 7/10/23, 8/7/23, 9/11/23, 10/9/23, 11/6/23, 12/4/23.
T2. TEAL THEORY (FIRST TUE. 5:00 pm: 7/11/23, 8/1/23; 9/5/23, 10/10/23, 11/7/23, 12/5/23.
T3. WHITE THEORY (3rd WED: 11:30 AM or 5:00 PM: 7/26/23; 8/23/23, 9/20/23, 10/25/23, 11/15/23, 12/13/23.
T4. PURPLE THEORY (1st Thurs 1:30 pm: 7/13/23, 8/10/23, 9/14/23, 10/12/23, 11/9/23, 12/7/23
T5. RED THEORY (1st Thurs 5:00 pm: 7/13/23, 8/10/23, 9/14/23, 10/12/23, 11/9/23, 12/7/23
T6. BLUE THEORY (2nd Thurs 5:00 pm: 7/20/23, 8/17/23, 9/21/23, 10/19/23, 11/16/23, 12/14/23
T7. GREEN THEORY (3rd Thurs 5:00 pm: 7/27/23, 8/24/23, 9/28/23, 10/26/23, 11/23/23, 12/14/23
T8. APRICOT THEORY (1st Fri 4:00 pm: 7/14/23, 8/4/23, 9/8/23, 10/13/23; 11/3/23, 12/1/23.
T9. MANGO THEORY (2nd FRI. 2:15 pm: 7/14/23, 8/11/23, 9/15/23, 10/20/23; 11/10/23, 12/8/23.
2023 CALENDAR
Please check the 2023 chart for future holidays. Thank you.
GREEN THEORY CLASS: Bailey V, Amy N, Ashley V, Cohen M, Sophia C, Olivia C, George N, Adelade N, Manuel V, 6/15/23.
Lesson rate revision
Starting August 1, 2023
Why revise lesson rates?
- Inflation, COL.
- Increase & Maintain student numbers.
- Provide a better music learning experience to all students.
- Discounts of 5%, 10% & 15% for deposit and paying by the semester or the whole year.
All private lessons are 25, 40, 55, 70….min and group theory are 40 minutes and group make-up lessons are 40 minutes.
Private Lessons to start on the hour, quarter past the hour, half past the hour or quarter to the next hour.
The PAST
The monthly package fees (3 private lessons plus one group theory) until August 31, 2023 are $140, $200 and $260 monthly for three private lessons of 25 minutes ($40), 40 minutes ($60) or 55 minutes ($80) plus one to three monthly theory group theory class ($20).
The monthly package fees (3 private lessons plus 3 group theory) until August 31, 2023 are $180, $240 and $300 monthly for three private lessons of 25 minutes ($40), 40 minutes ($60) or 55 minutes ($80) plus three monthly theory group theory class ($20).
THE FUTURE
Starting August 1, the private lessons will be
25 min —$45; 40 min—- $70; 55 min—-$90. Group theory 40-min classes $25. You can have all theory classes and private lessons in person or on messenger or zoom but please request by SMS ASAP, or latest by noon of your lesson day.
Music policies:
Please Note: There are no reimbursements for missed lessons, and tuition is never adjusted unless the teacher is absent and cannot provide the promised number of lessons.
Tuition
Tuition is all-inclusive for fees, practice incentives, quarterly music tests, wristbands, certificates, Music4Life notebooks and practice buddies; providing families with the ease of knowing that the monthly payment is always the same amount. Your monthly payments cover the number of lessons offered per year, not per month.
New Rates:
25 min private lesson is $45
40 min private lesson is $70
55 min private lesson is $90
40 min Group theory class is $25; monthly group make-up lessons are always FREE.
Registration—$15.00
5% DISCOUNTS:
- Deposit of one month’s fees==>5% discount of monthly fees, (this deposit may go towards last month’s fees.
- Advance payment of whole semester’s fees (5 months) 10% discount of whole amount.
- Advance payment of whole year’s fees (10 months) = 15% discount of whole amount.
Package #1: $160/m (3 private lessons of 25 min plus 40 min group theory class).
Package #2: $235/m (3 private 40 min lessons plus 40 min group theory class).
Package # 3: $295/m (3 private lessons of 55 min plus 40 min group theory class).
Package #4: $210/m (3 private lessons of 25 min plus 3 group theory classes).
Package #5: $285/m (3 private 40 min lessons plus 3 group theory classes).
Package # 6: $345/m (3 private lessons of 55 min plus 3 group theory classes).
36 private lessons per year (prorated tuition is only for those who do not begin in January, June, or August) plus 12-36 theory group classes per year.
August - December = 20/30 lessons (15 private and 5-15 group theory lessons)
January - May = 20/30 lessons (15 private and 5-15 group theory lessons)
June - July = 8/12 lessons (6 private and 2-6 group theory lessons)
All students are expected to continue lessons during June and July. Students who "take a break" in June and July will be automatically added to the waiting list.
Monthly installments are due on the 1st of the month.
Dr Andy Ng’s Music Studio accepts checks, cash, Venmo, Zelle, ApplePay and credit/debit cards (PayPal). We will send online invoices. However, autopay through PayPal will be automatically set up the first time you put in your credit card information.
• $30 Late Fee for all payments received past the 10th of the month
• $30 Fee for all NSF Checks
• Forgot your payment? Pay online or drop-off/mail payment to avoid the late fee.
• Should something come up where you cannot financially fulfill your commitment to your lessons, advance notice and open, ongoing communication is appreciated and encouraged!
(You can stop lessons anytime by giving notice for the last month’s lesson by the 15th of that month)
2024 Music Lessons Plan
V4–7/10/23
Music Lessons Days (Mon-Fri)
- 1/8/24-1/26/24
- 2/5/24-2/23/24
- 3/4/24-3/22/24
- 4/8/24-4/26/24
- 5/6/24-5/24/24
- 5/27/24-6/6/24, 6/17/24-6/21/24
- 6/22/24-7/12/24
- 8/12/24-8/30/24
- 9/2/24-9/20/24
- 10/7/24-10/25/24
- 10/28/24-11/15/24
- 11/18/24-11/22/24, 12/9/24-12/20/24
OFF days in 2024
- 1/1/24-1/7/24, 7d
- 1/27/24-2/4/24, 9d
- 2/24/24-3/3/24, 9d
- 3/23/24-4/7/24, 16d
- 4/27/24-5/5/24, 9d
- 6/7/24-6/16/23, 9d
- 7/13/24-7/26/24, 13d
- 7/27/24-8/11/24, 16d
- 9/21/24-10/6/24, 16d
- 11/23/24-12/8/24, 16d
- 12/21/24-12/31/24, 11d
E-Newsletter 15, June, 2023
Monday, May 29, 2023 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-Newsletter 15, June, 2023
V. 1–5/29/23
#—Award Recipients in May, 2023
#—New Theory Classes
May Award Recipients:
- Olivia Cabasag, 5, Champion Piano Distinction 138/150, 5/18/23
- Sophia Cabasag, 8, Champion Piano Distinction 139/150, 5/18/23
- Violet Esposo, 11, Musician Violin Distinction 135/150, 5/29/23
Olivia Cabasag, Champion Piano Distinction
Sophia Cabasag, Champion Piano Distinction
Violet Esposo, Musician Violin Distinction
Thursday Theory Class in Studio 8 & 9 on 5/25/23
Because California Keyboards Recital Hall is not available from June to October, 2023, all theory classes will be in Studio 8 + 9, with maximum capacity of 8 students.
And we are planning New theory classes as follows:
- 2nd/4th Wednesdays 11:30 AM - 12:10 PM, started 5/24/23 with Ruth G, Billie M, Sara V & Roland R (via messenger, from Calgary, Canada.
- 4th Tuesday at 6:20-7:00 pm: Pranav G, Alan G…starts 5/30/23
- 1st Friday 4:00-4:40 pm, starting 6/2/23.
E-newsletter 14, April & May, 2023
Monday, May 29, 2023 by Andy Ng | E-Newsletters
E-newsletter 14, April & May, 2023
V2–4/27/23, v3-5/8/23
V4-5/29/23
*Adult Students Recital
*Practice Videos
*New students for March, April & May 2023
* March Award Recipients
*Welcome home
*Group Classes
*New fees from August, 2023
Theory classes next week:
4/24/23–5:00 pm Silver Theory Class: Pranav G, Aaron Q, Drew D, Dwaide D, Violet E, Aniree T, Matthew L, Miguel G, Emma C, Alex H, McKenzie R, Alondra F.
4/27/23–5:00 pm Green Theory Class: Aviana R, Alejandro R, Ruth D, Faith C, Cohen M, Letty S, Bailey V, Roland R.
Adult Music Students Recital
Our last MTAC ASML Recital is scheduled for Sunday evening, May 7 at 7pm. It will be held at the home of Heather Ponek.
Her address is:
6401 Valleyview Drive
RSVP to me by Wednesday, May 3 if you as adult student over 21 will attend.
Practice Videos
The following students sent videos during the past month. Thank you.
- Aaron N., cello, 3/29/23
- Ashley V, violin, 3/30/23
- Amelia C, violin, 3/31/23
- Alejandro, piano, Goodbye to Winter, 4/4/23
- Aaron N, cello, 4/5/23
- Amelia C, violin, 4/9/23-Minuet 1
- Billie M, cello, Scherzo
- Amelia 4/13/23–Etude Variation
- Amelia -Minuet 1; 4/20/23
- Amelia-you are my sunshine—4/21/23
If you missed your private lesson, you can send a short video of your practice by email from 25 seconds to 3 minutes long and I will be happy to reply with helpful comments and suggestions. In addition please sign-up for free replacement group lessons too.
Welcome New Students for March, 2023
- McKenzie R, 11, violin & piano, 3/3/23
- Faith C, 12, violin 3/24/23
- Ellie R, 7, violin, 3/17/23
- Zoe R, 6, piano, 3/17/23
Welcome New Students for April, 2023
- Alan G, 34, violin, 4/26/23
- Cohen M, 7, piano, violin & guitar, 4/27/23
- Letty S, 43, violin, 4/28/23
- Bailey V, 5, piano, 5/2/23
March Award Recipients
- Marley Matthews, 8, Champion Violin Merit 128/150, 3/13/23
- Roland Raintama, 28, Musician Cello Distinction 132/150, 3/21/23.
Marley Matthews, Champion Violin Merit
April Award Recipients:
- Mark Alford, 60, Musician Violin Pass 108/150, 4/28/23.
May Award Recipients:
- Olivia Cabasag, 5, Champion Piano Distinction 138/150, 5/18/23
- Sophia Cabasag, 8, Champion Piano Distinction 139/150, 5/18/23
- Violet Esposo, 11, Musician Violin Distinction 135/150, 5/29/23
Olivia Cabasag, Champion Piano Distinction
Sophia Cabasag, Champion Piano Distinction
Violet Esposo, Musician Violin Distinction
Welcome Home:
Dr Ng had a wonderful vacation in Tokyo & Kyoto, JAPAN;
Golden Palace at KYOTO, JAPAN, 4/4/23
Twelve Group Classes (40 min)
- Six Theory: SILVER-1st Mon. 5:00 pm; RED, BLUE, GREEN-every Thurs. 5:00 pm; PURPLE-1st Thurs. 1:00 pm; 2nd/4th Wed. 11:30-12:10 pm
- Three Group Violin/Viola: VIOLET-1st Thurs. 6:00 pm; BRONZE-2nd Mon. 5:00 pm & INDIGO-3rd Thurs. 1:00 pm.
- Two Group Piano: ORANGE-2nd Thurs. 6:00 pm; GOLD-3rd Mon. 5:00 pm.
- Two Group Cello: BRONZE-2nd Mon. 5:00 pm; YELLOW-3rd Thurs. 6:00 pm.
Please check E-newsletter 13.4 for:
- Group Class Assignments & Dates
- April Theory—For March Theory Study Guide 12.2 (please make a copy or take a photo for your music theory classes.)
New Music fees for Dr ANDY NG’s existing students from August 1, 2023, for new students from June 1, 2023.
Because CPI 8.6% and Inflation 4.2%-5% Total 12.6%-13%
V.1 4/30/23, v.2–5/8/23
Music fees:
- 25-minute private lesson $45.00
- 40-minute private lesson $70.00
- 55-minute private lesson $90.00
- 40-minute Group theory class $25
- 15-minute private lesson $25.00
- Registration fee $15.00
- Late fee after 10th of the month $30.00
Package rates:
3 & 1
- 25 min private lessons x 3 & 1 group class=$160/month
- 40 min private lessons x 3 & 1 group class=$235/month
- 55 min private lessons x 3 & 1 group class=$295/month
3 & 3
- 25 min private lessons x 3 & group classes x 3=$210/month
- 40 min private lessons x 3 & group classes x 3=$285/month
- 55 min private lessons x 3 & group classes x 3=$345/month
Discounts for package rates:
- With one month’s fees as deposit to apply to last month’s fees = 5% discount on monthly fees
- Pay for whole semester fees= +5% discount for music fees; net 10% discount
- Pay for whole year’s fees=+10 discount; net 15% discount.
