Do Re Mi Academy programs take traditional learning formats and add a unique twist to make a child’s experience with us truly extraordinary! We believe, and research shows, that music improves retention and provides lifelong cognitive and developmental benefits. Do Re Mi Academy was started 18 years ago by Dave and Lauren Marone. Lauren is a talented vocalist and musician, and after having her own children, wanted a way to bring the joy of musical arts to others. She began teaching small group piano classes, and then expanded with a music-immersion preschool. We are a Renton Highlands/Newcastle area preschool and music academy featuring: S...

Ballance Talent Education provides high quality music education in violin, viola, and cello at all levels using the Suzuki Mother Tongue model of education in a supportive environment. Students take a weekly private lesson, where they and their parents learn how to practice at home daily, as well as a weekly group class for their level, which includes both ensemble playing and Dalcroze, an incredible music and movement philosophy developed by a teacher at the Geneva Conservatory in Switzerland. Students of Ballance Talent Education stand out for developing strong technique and expression, the twin abilities to play by ear and read music wel...

Dr. Kelley Marie Johnson hails from Utah and the Wasatch mountains. She was the concertmaster of the Utah All-State orchestra and since in her community and university orchestras. In addition, she has held contracts with several professional symphonies including the Flagstaff Symphony, Quad Cities Symphony, and Orchestra Iowa. Her studies have taken her south to Arizona (NAU- BM/BME), east to Texas (UTA, MM and a graduate performance certificate), north to Iowa where she earned her Doctorate (DMA) at the University of Iowa with Dr. Scott Conklin , and north to Michigan to teach at the Interlochen Arts Festival for several summers before she r...

- Suzuki Method Violin Graduate (Book 10 and above) - 16 years experience playing - Taught by students of Dr. Suzuki - Motivated to help students get better at violin - Very patient and good with kids It is fun to see the progress of someone getting better and better with the violin. It is a really hard instrument to learn and play but once you can master it, it becomes a piece of you.

I'm a Juilliard trained professional violinist who has a tenured position at a leading European orchestra. I've been teaching privately for over 6 years and am experienced with students of all ages and levels. I'm passionate, patient, professional and I care deeply about each student's individual growth. Nothing brings me more joy than seeing my students enjoy music more and more as they progress. I also offer training in music theory, ensemble playing and other useful music skills....

My teaching objective is to guide students toward a path of playing violin with confidence and joy. Beyond the typical private lessons, I offer violinist opportunities to play music that is eclectic and enjoyable. I also encourage social playing with other violinist and fiddlers through studio jams and performances. I love how music has the power to bring people together. Music has been integral in creating and nuturing the best friendships in my life....

Ms. Fiddle-Hooper had taught, coached and performed in 22 countries. She has started music schools and programs in India and the U.S. in multiple cites. She had taught music globally for 25 years. I love helping people understand how to play their instrument properly and effectively!