Hello Young Musicians and Parents!

Welcome to a magical journey at Sharon Music Academy, where playing music is like diving into your favorite storybook or embarking on an exciting adventure. Here, you're not just playing notes; you're unlocking mysteries, exploring new worlds, and expressing your feelings in a unique way. Let's explore how our learning exercise, called performance analysis, helps our students become amazing musicians and storytellers!

Think of yourself as a music detective, where you not only learn to play your music but also discover the secrets in your friends' performances. This magic key of performance analysis helps us understand and enjoy music on a whole new level.

Be a Music Detective:

• Finding the Story in Music: Music is like a book without words, telling stories of adventure, laughter, or even mystery. You’ll learn to find these stories in the music you play and listen to. For example, Raesha felt the thrill in David's "Polichinello" piece, seeing it as an exciting adventure. Agnus uncovered the beauty and drama in different pieces, like the lyricism in Thea's "Variations" and the contrasting characters in Beethoven's music. Elena found the funny side of "Polichinello," showing us how music can make us smile.
• Exploring Music Styles: Just like your favorite games have different levels or worlds, music has many styles. You'll learn to recognize these styles and what makes each one special. Eleanor, only five years old, admired the powerful fingerwork needed for Beethoven, while her sister Thea was amazed by Elena's skill in Bach's "Italian Concerto." David noticed how trills are key to playing harpsichord music, showing how each style has its own secrets.
• Mastering Piano Secrets: Playing piano is like having a magic wand that can create all sorts of sounds. You’ll dive into the secrets behind making the piano sing, whisper, or even roar. Learning from each other’s playing, like how Mila admired Thea's use of the Romantic pedal or how Olivia suggested more lively hand movements, helps us all become piano wizards.

Growing Through Music:

• The Magic of Finishing Strong: Just like in a hero's journey, how you end your musical story is important. Mila's cheer of "Great ending!" reminds us to appreciate a strong finale. Thea's advice to "not stop" even if you make a mistake teaches us about bravery and perseverance, important qualities not just in music, but in life too.

Why This Adventure Matters:

At Sharon Music Academy, we're more than just musicians; we're storytellers, adventurers, and dreamers. Through the magic of performance analysis, we learn to express ourselves, understand others, and face challenges with courage. And we do it all while having fun and supporting each other.