Hello Roanoke Music School Families,
March has been a full and exciting month at the studio! From a wonderful Spring Festival to a refreshing spring break, we are now heading into recital preparation in full swing. We’re also excited to see growing interest in our new guitar program as we continue expanding our offerings.
This is one of the most rewarding times of year, as we begin to see all of the steady work from the past months come together.
🌸 Federated Spring Festival
We are so proud of the students who participated in the Federated Spring Festival this month.
This event is a meaningful opportunity for students to perform for an adjudicator, receive thoughtful feedback, and grow in both confidence and musicality. It takes courage and preparation to participate, and we were so pleased with the effort and focus each student demonstrated.
Well done to all who participated!
🌿 Spring Break Reset
We hope everyone enjoyed a restful spring break!
These breaks often provide a helpful reset for students before we enter the final stretch of the semester. It’s always exciting to come back refreshed and ready to dive into music again.
🎹 Recital Preparation – In Full Swing
With May approaching, recital preparation is now well underway.
This is a special time in the studio as students:
• Refine their pieces
• Strengthen technique
• Build confidence in performance
Encourage your student to practice consistently and thoughtfully — even short, focused practice sessions will make a big difference as we approach recital day.
We’re looking forward to a beautiful and rewarding performance season.
As we look ahead to summer, we’ll be sharing more details soon to help families plan around camps and vacations while maintaining lesson consistency.
👋 Welcome New Students
We’re so excited to welcome:
Alice M.
River M.
Henry S.
Jordan V.
to the studio this month. We’re glad you’re here and excited to be part of your musical journey!
📅 Important Dates
Spring Recital
May 1st at 6:30pm
St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church
Memorial Day
May 25th
Studio Closed
📌 Studio Calendar & Make-Up Dates
A quick reminder that all studio events and closures can be found on our website calendar.
We encourage families to check this regularly to stay up to date!
👉 https://roanokemusicschool.
com/calendar/
For group make-up lessons, available dates are shared upon request to ensure proper scheduling and availability. Please reach out if you would like to arrange a make-up lesson.
👥 Join Our Team
As our studio continues to grow, we are looking to add to our team!
We are currently seeking:
• A piano instructor
• A part-time studio assistant/host
If you or someone you know would be a great fit, we would love to connect.
Please reach out for more information.
💬 A Small Favor
If your family has enjoyed being part of our studio, a short Google review is always deeply appreciated. It helps other families find a place where their child can grow musically and confidently.
👉 You can leave a review here: https://g.page/r/CR8MB-m1Y3QEEBM/review
Thank you for being such an important part of our studio community.
Spring is truly in full swing, and it’s a joy to see the growth happening in each lesson. We’re grateful to partner with you in your child’s musical journey.
Warmly,
Jaina Codington