Child and parents listen to the pieces to be learned which creates motivation. The music selected is that which everybody loves to play. It fosters motivation for the piano student: “I want to learn this piece”
Child and parents observe other children’s lessons. The demonstrations, reading strategies and student-teacher interaction, included in the program, foster independence and create the confidence. “I can do it!”
Child and parents are trained in hand techniques for ease of playing. Teacher empowers them with specific steps to practice at home together. “I did it!”
Child gets positive feedback and understands what has been learned. Specific teaching techniques and learning strategies in our method establish integration resulting in gratification. “I feel good about my accomplishment!”
3 years old but it depends on the child. In the pre-twinkle group children, which is 3 to 5 years old, new starters benefit immensely.
I can communicate in Czech, Spanish, German, French and American English. I demonstrate rather than speaking.
I guarantee 35 lessons. Extra lessons can be arranged for the summer or at other times by agreement.
No, the method’s success relies on the parent involvement.
“Marta is 11 and started with Suzuki piano lessons at the age of 6. To be honest Marta does not practice and listen strictly regularly so she is not as advanced as she could be. But she knows the sounds of piano well, she can find any melody there and plays it mostly with the left hand chords too. We appreciate that next to Suzuki books that are practiced at the lessons Maria is open to practicing any pieces the children bring. We see it as very strong motivation for the children especially when they grow older and can play pieces of their choice." Katerina Kotasova”
“Maria is a fantastic teacher. Patient, skilled and positive. She knows how to tune into each individual student, with beautiful results. Our son felt at ease around her from the very beginning. The classes are engaging and fun.”
“My first experience with Mariyó Bengoechea was when I was very young. Through her I learned the piano technique, ear training and to appreciate all aspects of music. I was lucky to learn in a friendly and fun environment she provided. Thanks to her I am now a professional musician, fully engaged and in love with music and the piano, since the age of 9, and now, 30 years old.”
Podskalska Studio
Podskalska 7
128 00 Praha 2