Crescendo for Piano & Strings

Italian for “growing,” Crescendo encourages and promotes students’ growth at all stages of musical development.

The program aims to develop well-rounded musicians, recognize students’ progress and set benchmarks for the advancement of musical skills.

Crescendo is a year-long program, September through June. Summer program also available.

The program guides students through graded levels of repertoire, theory questions, and technical work. Crescendo also encourages development of musicianship, motivates students by tracking and rewarding progress, develops performance skills, provides an opportunity outside of the private studio for professional feedback, and helps develop the student into a well-rounded musician.

Student benefits include: Crescendo Labs, Juries, Gala Recitals, Award Ceremonies, and Play-a-Thons.

Preparatory Level through Artist Diploma: $125 per year

Pilot Track for Adult Students: $65 per year

Summer Crescendo: $62

Performance Opportunities

Crescendo Student Resources