Welcome Back Everyone! The important information below will help us remain connected, as we collectively work to maintain the high standard in our studio. Please book mark these pages for your further reference. Lesson schedule is always current. The new Studio Class Schedule will be updated in January.
LESSON SCHEDULE - always current
NO LESSON SCHEDULE - transfer dates to family calendar and consult before switching lessons for make-ups
STUDIO CLASSES - published every September and January
MAKE-UP POLICY & STUDIO POLICIES - print out and read carefully; remember make-ups are handled by first asking me if there are any openings, then, if not switching with another student. You can email by clicking on their name on the studio schedule
MCINTYRE MUSIC STUDIO LESSONS "In a Nutshell"
Weekly lessons are either on Monday or Tuesday and run from late August through the first week in May. For the standard one-hour lesson, we have the same number of lessons as last year, and the same annual tuition rate of $1,620.
You have three remittance options:
Last year we started the very first week of school. This was a little hectic for everyone. Then, we ended at the end of April, which felt a little too soon. So, this year we begin the second week of school and our last lesson will be the first week of May. Summer lessons are again optional and by appointment.
After studying the calendar, I see we have equal number of Mondays and Tuesdays this year, but 1 more Monday holiday. Therefore, it's important to consult the NO LESSON schedule to see when a lesson is NOT meeting at it's regular time. I don't call these canceled lessons because technically they are scheduled NO LESSON dates, resulting in equal number of lessons for Monday and Tuesday students. I have tried to synchronize Guerin Catholic, Carmel Public, Heritage Christian, Hamilton SE, and Westfield as best as I can. Therefore, one Monday lesson on Feb. 25 is actually made up on the following Wednesday. Keep these exceptions in mind when switching lessons with each other, and be sure to consult the NO LESSON SCHEDULE web page. We are blending several schools' schedules so our studio schedule may not always make sense to your own family calendar.
Lauren Barron - is studying music technology as a piano principal at Ball State University. She totally LOVES B.U. continues to grow as a musician! Way to go Lauren!
Mary Ellen Estride - Begins at Butler U. this fall...those lucky bulldogs! Keep us posted, Mary Ellen!
Zach Green - Following our recital in March, Zach was accepted into the prestigious Cleveland Institute of Music, or CMI, as we say in the biz. He will be studying composition and piano. CMI is considered the "Juilliard" of the 21st Century. Also, their distance learning programs are worth considering for any students in our studio - they are cutting edge! Check out the amazing web site at: CMI. Once on their main page, go to the Distance Learning Link to discover music classes available to a variety of levels and ages, K-12.
Will McIntyre - Entering his 3rd year at Purdue and has moved out into his own apartment. He is getting deep into his sociology and philosophy classes.
Caitlin McMillen - Is entering her 2nd year as an architecture student at Rice University. We are looking forward to seeing your work, Caitlin!
Hollie Shipley - A junior at Purdue! Go Hollie! Hollie is considering a career in the Health Sciences, and still plays the piano. It's like riding a bike.....
Brittany Thompson - fulfilled some of her journalism degree requirements this summer in Hawaii!!! Now that's what I call creative education! Stay in touch Brittany!
Sarah Bauer ( http://www.sarahbauer.com/) - combines her two gifts: faith and music. She is a singer/songwriter presently touring the US. Her wide distribution of CDs are available throughout the US, on her web site and locally at Holy Family Catholic Books and Gifts on Rangeline Road in Carmel. She has performed in states spanning from Massachusetts, Ohio, Texas, Georgia, Missouri, California, Alaska and more. Catch the list of her upcoming performances at: http://www.sarahbauer.com/concerts.php
Brandon Bush (http://www.brandonbush.com/)- a private piano student of mine and Summer Institute for Gifted Children participant during the 1980's. Brandon continued to pursue his dream with hard work and tenacity. He is now one of the hottest keyboardists in Atlanta with an impressive discography. He is keyboardist for Shawn Mullins, John Mayer, and Train, and Sugarland, just to name a few...: Discography: http://www.brandonbush.com/new/discography.php Concerts: http://www.brandonbush.com/new/shows.php
Lauren Zettler (http://www.laurenzettler.com/)- Finished Berkelee School of Music in Boston with a music degree in 3 years. I do believe this is a studio first! Lauren is a singer-songwriter who is composing and performing gigs n New York City. She shares a sample of her first installment of her video blog, here: Lauren's Vlog: http://laurenzettlermusic.blogspot.com/ Scroll down to the August 10 YouTube submission to here her latest composition.
(If you are a McIntyre Music Alum and just found this web site, please contact Lola McIntyre and catch her up on your life! She'd love to hear what you are doing!)