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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!

661-327-5397

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:

1. Violin/Viola:  Suzuki Violin/Viola Method, Volume 1, Solos for Young Violinists/Violists Volume 1, Fingerboard Geography for Violin/Viola.
2. 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.
3. Cello: Suzuki Cello method vol 1; solos for young cellists Vol. 1; Fingerboard Geography for String class.
4. Theory: Manuscript book; Foundation Theory for piano level 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
5. Guitar:  Suzuki Guitar Method, Volume 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1.
6. 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:

1. Patty S.—7/3/24
2. 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:  

1. Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26
2. Fridays 5:15-5:55 pm: Aug. 9, 16, 23, 30

Congratulations

1. 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. 

1. Keynote speaker, Nuvi Mehta,—aspire to share beauty with our students…. 
2. Highlight—Celeste Trio rendition of Dvorak & Mendelssohn piano trios 
3. 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. 
4. 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”. 
5. 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:

1. 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.)
2. Saturday, 7/20 at 5pm 
3. Tuesday, 7/23 at 7pm – Faculty Concert
4. 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:

1. Lily J, 9, piano, 6/5/24
2. Diego D, 13, cello, 6/3/24
3. Carter C, 8, cello, 6/3/24
4. Sophia C, 13, cello, 6/3/24
5. 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: 

1. Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, June 24, July 8, 15; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26
2. 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

1. ROLAND JOE RAINTAMA PASSES CELLO SUPERSTAR LEVEL 4 WITH DISTINCTION 132/150 on 6/11/24.

1. 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:

1. Lily J, 9, piano, 6/5/24
2. Adam A, 13, cello, 5/17/24
3. Diego D, 13, cello, 6/3/24
4. Carter C, 8, cello, 6/3/24
5. Sophia C, 13, cello, 6/3/24

May & June Group Make-Up Lessons

Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:  

1. Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, June 3, 10, 17, 24
2. Tuesdays 6:15-6:55 pm, June 4, 11, 18, 25

Congratulations

1. AADHYA BOLLA PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH DISTINCTION 138/150 ON 5/13/24.

1. KRISTEN CLAIRE ATIENZA PASSES VIOLIN APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH DISTINCTION 131/150 on 5/15/24

1. AMY GE PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1,  WITH DISTINCTION 135/150 ON 5/16/24 

1. ASHLEY VELASCO PASSES PIANO APPRENTICE, LEVEL 1, WITH MERIT 122/150 on 5/16/24

1. VIOLET ESPOSO PASSES PIANO MUSICIAN, LEVEL 2, WITH DISTINCTION 133/150, AND VIOLIN SUPERSTAR 117/150 ON 5/17/24.

1. JULIAN ISAIAH VIDUYA PASSES PIANO SUPERSTAR, LEVEL 4, WITH DISTINCTION 136/150 ON 5/21/24.

1. JACOB CAMERON VIDUYA PASSES VIOLIN  SUPERSTAR, LEVEL 4, 115/150 ON 5/21/24.

1. 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:

1. Aziel A, 4, violin, 4/19/24
2. Ruben P, 17, piano, 5/2/24
3. Nola H, 8, violin, 5/2/24

April & May Group Make-Up Lessons

Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:  

1. May: Fridays 5:45-6:25, May 3, 10, 
2. May: Mondays 6:15-6:55 pm open for sign-ups, May 6, 13, 20.
3. May: Tuesdays 6:15-6:55 pm, May 7, 14, 21

Congratulations

1. 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:

1. Aadhya B, 6, piano, 3/11/24
2. Rene V, 9, theory, 3/11/24
3. Suzan L, 73, piano & cello, 3/12/24

April Group Make-Up Lessons

Please sign up if you have any cancelled private lessons:  

1. Monday 4/15/24, 6:15-6:55 pm—violin/viola
2. Friday 4/19/24, 5:45-6:25 pm—piano.
3. Monday 4/22/24, 6:15-6:55 pm—cello
4. Tuesday 4/23/24, 5:30-6:10 pm—violin
5. 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:

1. Lilly B, 10, violin, 2/19/24
2. 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:

1. Amy L, 5, piano, 1/11/24
2. Lilly B, 10, violin, 2/19/24
3. 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 Políticas 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

 

#musiclessonpolicy

¿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

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