Arlene Martinides Piano Studio
About
Hello,
Thanks for your interest in piano! As past president of North Fulton Music Teachers Association, I can assure you I am dedicated to improving my teaching techniques. I offer opportunities for performing in festivals, recitals and auditions through NFMTA, National Federation of Music Clubs and National Piano Guild.
I have 20 years of experience teaching classical music, and also enjoy teaching jazz, Broadway and pop. I strive to develop students into well-rounded musicians with proper hand position, rhythm, artistic expression and theory knowledge. I am a state winner in piano performance with Georgia Music Teachers Association.
I love seeing the expression on students' faces when we find particular pieces that make them excited to learn! It's fun to delve into a composer's background, why he wrote the piece, and what story or scene he is trying to convey. One piece might convey “Reflections on the Water,” an impressionistic piece by Claude Debussy. Another might bring about a playful and mischievous tone of an unruly “Little Brother” in the piece by American contemporary composer Norman Dello Joio.
I accept students at 8 YEARS OR OLDER. Students MUST OWN A PIANO with 88 weighted keys and a pedal on the floor.
I look forward to speaking with you about your goals.
Arlene Martinides, 404-316-5151
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We meet to discuss student's goals. I show them the materials I use. I play for them pieces of different styles that students can choose from to learn.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor's, University of Georgia
President, North Fulton Music Teachers Association. Monthly meetings bring in master clinicians to improve teaching.
Member, Georgia Music Teacher's Association
Member, Music Teachers National Association
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Monthly tuition of $160 includes (4) 45-minutes private lessons each month. I also provide three free group lessons each year.
What types of students have you worked with?
ages 6 to adult
prinarily students interested classical music
students must own a piano
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I am in charge of "Celebrate With Music" through North Fulton Music Teachers Association. It is a fun event held in December at North Point Mall. Students take turns playing grand pianos in front of Dillards, Macy's JC Penneys while mall visitors do their holiday shopping. The shoppers love hearing them, and often will comment how much they enjoy the students' playing. It is a great experience playing while minimizing distractions -- people walking around, noise, the choo-choo train giving rides to children. It's a very relaxed setting so many students who get nervous during recitals love this setting.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Choose a teacher who specializes in piano, and not multiple instruments. Choose one who is constantly looking for ways to improve his/her teaching.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Is the student prepared to practice between lessons? Is the parent going to take an active role in supporting the student?