Open House at Silva Piano Studios, Saturday, Aug 21

When: All afternoon, August 21 from 1:30-6:00 PM. Performances at 2:00, 3:30 & 5:00 PM

There will be performances given by the Silvas featuring movements from two Beethoven and two Mozart Piano Concerti and other repertoire! There will also be affiliated teacher and selected student performances!

Public is welcome, lots of refreshments and plenty of parking in the back and front gravel parking area!

Fall Term 2010 Begins August 23rd

Breaks: Week Sept 20, Week Nov 22

Make up lessons: Week Dec 13

2011 Winter Spring Term, begins Week Jan 10

Studio Blog for all Current Students:

It is our vision to improve communication between teachers, students and parents. Right now there are current announcements about the Open House, Fall Registration, and a powerpoint presentation about proper positioning a the piano which will be useful for everyone! In order for you to know there is an announcement as we post on the blog, it is necessary to click on the RSS feed on either on your browser or on the link in the sidebar in the blog itself. You will have a choice to place a link to the live feed in your favorite bookmarks or in the bookmarks menu bar.

• in the blog format, we can be more efficient with more timely announcements
• share teaching materials and guides as we produce or update them
• generate comments, feedback and dialogue in which everyone can benefit and contribute
• answer questions and mediate discussions

Studio Blog (click on link)

Master Class Format a Success!

Dr. Silva initiated a pilot program for two groups of selected students who attended a Master Class format. The classes had up to 6 students of similar levels and lasted about two and a half hours each session, depending on the number of students attending, repertoire presented and level of student preparation. Focus was on performance practice, technique, historic and stylisic approach, discussions on listening assingnments and other aspects of artist training. Students also received a scheduled private or semi-private lesson every third week (following every two weeks of Master Classes).

This format was successful since students had performance opportunities on a regular basis, learned from the lessons of their peers and benefitted from the group dynamics. As students progress to the level required for the Master Classes, they will be invited to join on an individual basis.

New Link for Students-NPR's From the Top:

Watch other young muscians play on NPR's From the Top!

From the Top

You Tube Channel features our students!

The Silva Piano Studios You Tube Channel is up and running. Click on the link below to watch a showcase of our students in perfomances.

Silva Piano Studios YouTube Channel

Bosendorfer Grand Piano for sale at the studios!

We are showcasing a 6'7" Model 200 Bosendorfer for saie. For information, you may contact Dr. Silva at the studios or Phillip Johnson at 770-563-0418.

Please click for more information about this piano:

Prospective Piano Students:

We are available for interviewing and auditioning prospective students free of charge. All students will receive complimentary instruction and consultation.