Music Theory
You are already an accomplished musician, so why would you need to know about Music Theory?
Learn the universal language behind the music and bring much greater understanding and growth to what you already do so well.
Expand your knowledge of chord charts, music terms and symbols, how to change a chord chart from one key to another.
Would you like to know an easy way to play any scale in any key and how to find the related minor key?
Could you use some help in sounding out melody and harmony? Yes, you can become confident in taking leads and improvising!
Would you love to write your own music, but find it difficult to communicate your creation to other musicians? This 14 week course meets weekly beginning the second week in September. No prior music theory class or note reading is required. Open to any instrument. Each class is 45 minutes.
The fee is four payments of $82.50 a month due the first lesson of each month, September through December. Financial help may be available.
As a musician, this will be one of the best investments of your time you will ever make.
Class instructor Livia Palmer loves to help musicians grow in the knowledge of how music works and its remarkable effect on performance, playing in a group, songwriting and more. She is also a band leader and popular teacher of Guitar, Piano, and mandolin at Studio3. Livia holds degrees in Music Composition and Piano Performance and is enthusiastically waiting to talk to you!
Contact Livia at 828-639-1259 to learn more or to sign up.
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Learn the universal language behind the music and bring much greater understanding and growth to what you already do so well.
Expand your knowledge of chord charts, music terms and symbols, how to change a chord chart from one key to another.
Would you like to know an easy way to play any scale in any key and how to find the related minor key?
Could you use some help in sounding out melody and harmony? Yes, you can become confident in taking leads and improvising!
Would you love to write your own music, but find it difficult to communicate your creation to other musicians? This 14 week course meets weekly beginning the second week in September. No prior music theory class or note reading is required. Open to any instrument. Each class is 45 minutes.
The fee is four payments of $82.50 a month due the first lesson of each month, September through December. Financial help may be available.
As a musician, this will be one of the best investments of your time you will ever make.
Class instructor Livia Palmer loves to help musicians grow in the knowledge of how music works and its remarkable effect on performance, playing in a group, songwriting and more. She is also a band leader and popular teacher of Guitar, Piano, and mandolin at Studio3. Livia holds degrees in Music Composition and Piano Performance and is enthusiastically waiting to talk to you!
Contact Livia at 828-639-1259 to learn more or to sign up.
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Learn the language behind the music. Learn to read a chord chart, understand chords and harmony, and discover how music works. Whether you're a beginner, performer, or aspiring songwriter, this class will give you the tools to grow as a musician and build a strong foundation for songwriting. Topics include:
Rhythm and Counting
Scales, Intervals, and Key Signatures
Chords and Harmony
Understanding Basic Music Notation
Musical Terminology
Understanding Pitch, Range, Octaves, Dynamics and other foundational concepts.
Basic Songwriting and Music Analysis
Livia will be sure to customize it to your specific needs and proficiency level.
Requirements: Students should have a basic familiarity with an instrument and be able to identify the letter names of notes (A–G) on their instrument. No prior music theory training or note-reading experience is required. Singers are also welcome.
About the instructor: Livia Palmer is a teacher of piano, guitar, and mandolin at Studio3. She holds degrees in Composition and Piano Performance and has had the privilege of studying under award-winning songwriters. As a musician, songwriter, and educator, she is passionate about helping musicians understand the building blocks of music and apply them to both performance and songwriting. The fee for the 45 minute weekly class is 82.50 dollars per month. Class begins the second week of September for 14 weeks.
Contact Livia at 828-639-1259 to learn more or to sign up.
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Rhythm and Counting
Scales, Intervals, and Key Signatures
Chords and Harmony
Understanding Basic Music Notation
Musical Terminology
Understanding Pitch, Range, Octaves, Dynamics and other foundational concepts.
Basic Songwriting and Music Analysis
Livia will be sure to customize it to your specific needs and proficiency level.
Requirements: Students should have a basic familiarity with an instrument and be able to identify the letter names of notes (A–G) on their instrument. No prior music theory training or note-reading experience is required. Singers are also welcome.
About the instructor: Livia Palmer is a teacher of piano, guitar, and mandolin at Studio3. She holds degrees in Composition and Piano Performance and has had the privilege of studying under award-winning songwriters. As a musician, songwriter, and educator, she is passionate about helping musicians understand the building blocks of music and apply them to both performance and songwriting. The fee for the 45 minute weekly class is 82.50 dollars per month. Class begins the second week of September for 14 weeks.
Contact Livia at 828-639-1259 to learn more or to sign up.
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Be transformed from a dependent listener into a confident independent musician!
Learn the "language" of music which will have a remarkable effect on your performance and choir contribution.
A beautiful voice is a gift, but understanding music is a skill. When these work together, excellence is inevitable.
What will you learn?
What is a repeat sign, what does "Go to the Coda' mean, what are first and second endings?
What are those reheasal numbers on the music and what do they mean?
How to interpret the music score. What is the difference between verse and chorus?
Learn the dynamics signs: Loud, medium soft, etc.
What is crescendo and decrescendo and their symbols?
What are time signatures at the beginning? What does that mean?
What are whole notes, quarter notes, dotted quarter notes and how to count those?
What does it mean when I see the notes stacked up?
How to better understand and learn my part, and blend with others in my section.
What do all the conductor's hand gestures mean?
....... And Much More!
This is a 14 week course starting in September. Classes are 45 minutes long on Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:00 pm at Studio3 Music School in Taylorsville.
The fee is $100 for the whole semester. Payments can be made in 4 installments of $25.
The instructor is Kathy Estes, Studio3 Music Director and popular teacher. Contact Kathy at 828-381-0007 to learn more or to sign up.
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
Learn the "language" of music which will have a remarkable effect on your performance and choir contribution.
A beautiful voice is a gift, but understanding music is a skill. When these work together, excellence is inevitable.
What will you learn?
What is a repeat sign, what does "Go to the Coda' mean, what are first and second endings?
What are those reheasal numbers on the music and what do they mean?
How to interpret the music score. What is the difference between verse and chorus?
Learn the dynamics signs: Loud, medium soft, etc.
What is crescendo and decrescendo and their symbols?
What are time signatures at the beginning? What does that mean?
What are whole notes, quarter notes, dotted quarter notes and how to count those?
What does it mean when I see the notes stacked up?
How to better understand and learn my part, and blend with others in my section.
What do all the conductor's hand gestures mean?
....... And Much More!
This is a 14 week course starting in September. Classes are 45 minutes long on Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:00 pm at Studio3 Music School in Taylorsville.
The fee is $100 for the whole semester. Payments can be made in 4 installments of $25.
The instructor is Kathy Estes, Studio3 Music Director and popular teacher. Contact Kathy at 828-381-0007 to learn more or to sign up.
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
A.I.M.S Class (All the Important Music Stuff)
Announcing a new foundations class!
AIMS is All the Important Music Stuff your 7-9-year-old needs for a strong musical foundation! AIMS builds skills in rhythm, ear training, coordination, expression, and beginning note reading while using percussion, movements, singing, and lots of musical instruments. They will even learn to play the ukulele!
Your child will have Fun! Fun! Fun! while learning to play and read music.
Classes will be held Wednesdays from 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Open to kids aged 7-9, the cost is only $100 per student for the whole semester! Or, $85 for Studio3 families.
Class location is Studio3 Music School, 54 E. Main Ave. in Taylorsville.
Contact Kathy at 828-381-0007 to learn more or to sign up. Don't be left out! Registration opens August 1st.
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
AIMS is All the Important Music Stuff your 7-9-year-old needs for a strong musical foundation! AIMS builds skills in rhythm, ear training, coordination, expression, and beginning note reading while using percussion, movements, singing, and lots of musical instruments. They will even learn to play the ukulele!
Your child will have Fun! Fun! Fun! while learning to play and read music.
Classes will be held Wednesdays from 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Open to kids aged 7-9, the cost is only $100 per student for the whole semester! Or, $85 for Studio3 families.
Class location is Studio3 Music School, 54 E. Main Ave. in Taylorsville.
Contact Kathy at 828-381-0007 to learn more or to sign up. Don't be left out! Registration opens August 1st.
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
Guitar
Instruction in note reading. How to properly hold the instrument. Left hand and right hand techniques. Extensive work in rhythms, chords, strumming and picking styles. Students will practice ear training, accompaniment skills, and how to play along with other musicians.
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Teaching all skill levels - entry level to experts. Start from the beginning or build on the foundation you already know. Note reading, rhythms, scales, fingering, all musical styles, how to play in a group.
Teacher -
Robert D'Andrade (Dee)
Teacher -
Robert D'Andrade (Dee)
Mandolin
Chords, Strumming, Note Reading, Picking
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Teacher -
Livia Palmer
Piano
Piano Technique, Note Reading, Music Theory and Performance Skills
Teachers -
Melody Beaty
Livia Palmer
Janet Hayes
Teachers -
Melody Beaty
Livia Palmer
Janet Hayes
Piano Improvisation
The Henry Slaughter Gospel
Piano Course is a step by step study in improvising piano music. If you are looking for a course to enhance your knowledge of the piano you already play, then this course is for you!
This group class teaches the major, minor, augmented, diminished, sixth, and ninth chords to enhance any genre of music. There are fill-ins, runs, and improvisations of both hands that give one an incredible knowledge of playing the piano.
Teacher -
Janet Hayes
Teacher -
Janet Hayes
Violin / Viola
Good position, Left hand and Bow hand Technique, Note Reading and Expression.
(All new violin students contact Kathy Estes for placement.)
Teachers -
Kathy Estes
Rachel Palmer
(All new violin students contact Kathy Estes for placement.)
Teachers -
Kathy Estes
Rachel Palmer
Note reading, Bow and left hand technique.
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
Cello
Beginning Cello includes foundation in Position, Fingering and Bowing, Note and Rhythm Reading, Songs and Ensemble playing.
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
Teacher -
Kathy Estes
Flute
Private lessons or a class of 2 or more students. From beginner to advanced. Training in technical studies, scales, sight reading and rhythm. Repertoire will include classical and other genres. Performance opportunities with teacher guidance in recitals, concerts, and the National Federation of Music Clubs Junior Music Festival (additional fees).
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Chorus
Schedule: Tuesday, 5:00-5:30
The Beginners Children’s Chorus is for students aged preschool thru second grade. This 30 minute class meets weekly on Tuesdays, 5:00-5:30. Students have a great time with interactive songs and games geared for learning to match pitch, keep a steady beat, play rhythm instruments and tone bells. The chorus will perform songs at least once a semester. This class is lively and full of fun activities, sure to keep your child interested and engaged!
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
The Beginners Children’s Chorus is for students aged preschool thru second grade. This 30 minute class meets weekly on Tuesdays, 5:00-5:30. Students have a great time with interactive songs and games geared for learning to match pitch, keep a steady beat, play rhythm instruments and tone bells. The chorus will perform songs at least once a semester. This class is lively and full of fun activities, sure to keep your child interested and engaged!
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Schedule: Tuesday, 5:30-6:15
This chorus is for students 3rd-6th grade. The class meets on Tuesdays, 5:30-6:15. Students have fun learning and performing a wide variety of songs for special concerts, Studio3 Friday Showcases, and community events new this year! Music includes songs from Broadway Musicals, holiday favorites, and other fun and challenging songs. Singing and performing together is so much fun!
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
This chorus is for students 3rd-6th grade. The class meets on Tuesdays, 5:30-6:15. Students have fun learning and performing a wide variety of songs for special concerts, Studio3 Friday Showcases, and community events new this year! Music includes songs from Broadway Musicals, holiday favorites, and other fun and challenging songs. Singing and performing together is so much fun!
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Schedule: Tuesday, 6:15-7:30
The Youth Chorus is for students in 7th-12th grade. The class meets on Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30.
Students learn good vocal technique and singing habits through great songs, fun warmups, sight singing, ear training, and music-reading. Performances include Studio3 Friday Showcases, Community Christmas events, and a Spring Concert. The chorus has performed the National Anthem for the Hickory Crawdads the past two years and will audition again to sing in the Spring. The chorus has a great time singing together and making friends!
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
The Youth Chorus is for students in 7th-12th grade. The class meets on Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30.
Students learn good vocal technique and singing habits through great songs, fun warmups, sight singing, ear training, and music-reading. Performances include Studio3 Friday Showcases, Community Christmas events, and a Spring Concert. The chorus has performed the National Anthem for the Hickory Crawdads the past two years and will audition again to sing in the Spring. The chorus has a great time singing together and making friends!
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Voice
Private voice lessons or a voice class of 2 or more students. You can become a confident singer by learning to use your voice correctly. Melody Beaty is great at helping you find and build your vocal instrument. Whether you are brand new to singing or a seasoned performer, Melody can help you develop and improve your skills through vocal exercises, breath control, tone production, and diction. Students are guided and prepared for singing opportunities in class recitals and Studio3 Friday Showcases. Participation is offered in the National Federation of Music Clubs Junior Music Festival (additional fees).
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Teacher -
Melody Beaty
Orchestra
The Crescendo Kids’ Orchestra is directed by violin instructor Rachel Palmer. In this class students learn how to play in a group and how to follow a conductor. This exciting class offers an opportunity to journey through classical masterpieces, catchy popular tunes, and festive Christmas carols! To join, students must be recommended by their string teacher. The class meets on Tuesdays at 5:00-6:00.
Teacher -
Rachel Palmer
Teacher -
Rachel Palmer
The Studio3 Chorale
Conductor -
Jordan Dagenhart
Associate Conductor and Piano Accompanist -
Bernadette Watts
Click here for Chorale information
Jordan Dagenhart
Associate Conductor and Piano Accompanist -
Bernadette Watts
Click here for Chorale information
