School of the Arts

Private Lessons

At IvyCrest, we understand that children are individuals and work at their own pace. Therefore, we offer private lessons for our students to be guided by our experienced and motivating instructors according your childīs own ability level and skill set. If your child is exhibiting a strong interest or talent in a specific instrument, dance style, art medium or other chosen field, it is beneficial to the childīs development and confidence to begin private lessons. Not only will time spent with the instructor sharpen their particular talent, but a strong rapport and role-model relationship will be established. By assisting and encouraging a child's creativity, you set the stage for endless opportunities for that child's imagination.

Children receive conservatory level, one-on-one training from an early age. 

Private Piano Lessons ~ Primary & Elementary

Students will be introduced to basic piano techniques while working to build strong foundations in rhythm, melodic playing, ear training and sight reading. All students will learn how to read music and become familiar with music terminology. Baroque through Contemporary repertoire will be studied. Lessons are held once a week; 45 min for primary students and one hour for elementary students.

Private Voice Lessons ~ Primary & Elementary

Building upon the concepts learned in Vocal Techniques, children will have the opportunity to study, in greater detail, the fundamentals of vocal development. While students will continue to broaden their repertoire, they will have the opportunity to focus on specific styles. Lessons are held once a week; 45 min for primary students and one hour for elementary students.

Private Guitar Lessons ~ Primary & Elementary

Each lesson will build upon basic techniques and fundamental music theory, with a concentration on classical pieces, famous melodies, and children’s songs. This course will introduce chord progressions, performance skills, and develop melodic playing. Lessons are held once a week; 45 min for primary students and one hour for elementary students. Please see instructor regarding instrument rental.

Private Speech Development ~ Primary & Elementary

This personalized speech development course is designed to help a child become more confident in their public speaking ability. They will also develop and improve their speech clarity. This course will assess, address, and adapt to the specific needs of your child and help them to grow in their public speaking ability in a safe, supportive environment.

For your convenience, please click here to download our current School of the Arts Enrollment Form.