Summer Music Ideas from PrivateLessons.com

Music programs: day camps; piano, singing, songwriting, guitar & instrumental groups, musical games; picnics, outdoor symphony concerts, musical theater

PHILADELPHIA, PA April 21, 2004 - The summer time offers a wide range of exciting activities for kids. In recent years, customized and flexible summer music programs, offered by PrivateLessons.com independent music teachers, have gained great popularity.

PrivateLessons.com is the leading membership-based network of independent music teachers across the United States and Canada. Free of charge, the public can search for and contact available instructors in their area who offer traditional one-on-one music lessons. Visit http://www.privatelessons.com

PrivateLessons.com independent music teachers offer creative programs that give kids the necessary continuity during the summer, and are a fun alternative to the regular private lessons taken during the school year, commented Ghenady Meirson who founded PrivateLessons.com in 1996.

A few suggestions to consider:

     * Plan ahead and coordinate with the music teacher your family summer vacation schedule.

     * Some group music activities may include: day camps, private and group lessons, music theory games, discussions on composers; picnics and outdoor orchestra concerts, musical theatre; ensemble plying: piano four hands, instrumental groups, singing with piano or guitar accompaniment, songwriting; special guest performances, master classes; preparation for end of summer concert, and more.

For true beginners it's the perfect time to get started with a Quick Start summer program tailored to meet ones summer schedule, wrote Marion Radow, a Tucson, Arizona-based PrivateLessons.com member whose program incorporates music related games so that everyone is engaged in the fun.
    
PrivateLessons.com network of independent music teachers attracts mostly classical and jazz musicians. Over 83% hold college degrees. While some members teach exclusively, most are active teachers, performers and recording artists.

Musicians interested to join PrivateLessons.com will find complete membership information on
http://www.privatelessons.com/join.htm Annual membership subscription fee is $99 (US).

NOTE TO EDITORS: For information on PrivateLessons.com founder, Ghenady Meirson, visit:

http://www.privatelessons.com | Keyword: Ghenady Meirson

Mr. Meirson is available for interview.

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