Welcome To Our Newest Students!
Students who started lessons since our last newsletter include: Heather M, Alex R, Noah H, Julien Q, Brian B., SikKin H. We look forward to hearing your great guitar, bass and drum music! A special THANK YOU to those who have referred students to GTR Music Studio. We very much appreciate your support and endorsement! Sincerely, Michelle Ward - Director |
Newsletter Spring 2013 Issue
In This Issue
Got news for the GTR Newsletter? We welcome all submissions! E-mail yours newsletter@gtrstudio.com |
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IMPORTANT DATES Veteran's Day November - GTR is OPEN Thanksgiving Break November - GTR is CLOSED Christmas Break December 24 - Tuesday January 1 GTR is CLOSED Spring Break March 11 - 15 GTR is CLOSED Memorial Day May 27th - GTR is CLOSED 4th of July GTR is CLOSED Remember: Tuition is based on an average of 4 lesson weeks each month. We are closed for all major holiday weeks. Students do NOT pay for holiday weeks, and these weeks are NOT included in your tuition.
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Refer A Friend And SAVE!
Do you have a friend or family member who might like to take lessons? Refer them to GTR Music Studio and when they sign up for 1 month of lessons, we’ll give you a $20 Referral Reward coupon that you can use on your next month's tuition! It’s very easy to refer someone. Just call us at (208) 882-6733 or click HERE Type in your name, their name and their email address and we’ll take care of the rest! There’s no maximum to the number of referrals or savings you can receive |
Our GTR Student Handbook covering everything from tuition, fees, attendance to practicing has been updated and is now available on our website. Click HERE to check it out!
Lunchtime Lessons
Ask about our lunchtime music lessons! This special lesson time is great for working professionals, college students, retirees, and homeschoolers. For more information or to schedule your lessons, call Michelle at (208) 882-6733.
Most of our afternoon/evening lessons are almost sold out, and we have a waiting list for certain lesson slots! If you or a friend would like to start lessons, be sure to call today to reserve your lunchtime lesson!
Most of our afternoon/evening lessons are almost sold out, and we have a waiting list for certain lesson slots! If you or a friend would like to start lessons, be sure to call today to reserve your lunchtime lesson!
Classic Rock Trivia Contest
Welcome to GTR first contest of the season! To be eligible to win use the form below and turn in your answers at the studio no later than August 2nd 2013. We'll put all the correct entrant's names into a draw-box and select one lucky winner to receive a gift card for JAMMS Frozen Yogurt in Moscow. Winner and correct answers will be featured in the next newsletter.
1. Which band quickly rose to the top of the rock world with such classic hits as "Jukebox Hero" and "Hot Blooded." Mick Jones was the guitar player for this stadium-filling band.
Was it: Journey, Foreigner, The Rolling Stones, The Eagles
2. Which was the first big rock band to appear on 'The Simpsons' as themselves?
3. What one song by Credence Clearwater Revival earned them more money than any other of their songs?
4. This band, from the same named place became largely successful in the 1970's. "More Than a Feeling" is arguably their greatest song.
5. This Canadian trio consisted of three great musicians: Geddy Lee, Neil Peart, and Alex Lifeson. "Spirit of Radio" and "Fly by Night" are two of the greatest songs produced by the band.
6. Who played the Harmonica in Elton's 1983 hit, 'I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues'?
Was it: Ray Charles, Bernie Taupin, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel
7. When performing live what band had a huge replica of Godzilla on stage?
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Classic Rock Trivia Contest Entry Form
Your Name: _________________________________________ Instrument you are learning _______________________
Write in your answers below.
1. _____________________________ 2. ______________________________
3. ______________________________ 4. _______________________________
5. ______________________________ 6. _______________________________
7. ______________________________
Remember, entries must be received by December 6th 2012 . Good Luck!
1. Which band quickly rose to the top of the rock world with such classic hits as "Jukebox Hero" and "Hot Blooded." Mick Jones was the guitar player for this stadium-filling band.
Was it: Journey, Foreigner, The Rolling Stones, The Eagles
2. Which was the first big rock band to appear on 'The Simpsons' as themselves?
3. What one song by Credence Clearwater Revival earned them more money than any other of their songs?
4. This band, from the same named place became largely successful in the 1970's. "More Than a Feeling" is arguably their greatest song.
5. This Canadian trio consisted of three great musicians: Geddy Lee, Neil Peart, and Alex Lifeson. "Spirit of Radio" and "Fly by Night" are two of the greatest songs produced by the band.
6. Who played the Harmonica in Elton's 1983 hit, 'I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues'?
Was it: Ray Charles, Bernie Taupin, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel
7. When performing live what band had a huge replica of Godzilla on stage?
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Classic Rock Trivia Contest Entry Form
Your Name: _________________________________________ Instrument you are learning _______________________
Write in your answers below.
1. _____________________________ 2. ______________________________
3. ______________________________ 4. _______________________________
5. ______________________________ 6. _______________________________
7. ______________________________
Remember, entries must be received by December 6th 2012 . Good Luck!
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There’s only one way to play an instrument or sing well: PRACTICE! Sometimes we forget that making music is as much a physical activity as it is artistic, creative, and intellectual pastime. Practicing (the process of methodical repetition) helps create muscle memory, develops hand-eye coordination and improves reaction time; all skills that enhance the overall goal for performing a specific piece well.
It’s important and beneficial to make practicing and instrument a regular part of your daily routine. Students who make a point to practice specific skills at a set time each day will improve at a consistent and measurable pace.
Making practice a regular part of a student’s weekday routine is ideal. Students who devote 15 – 30 minutes of focused time to work on their lessons right after dinner, or school for example, will fall into the habit more easily, and after a while will start to look forward to practicing as a way to set and reach their own playing goals.
Our instructors work with and guide students to know what to work on each week and the most effective ways to approach their lesson assignments. We encourage parents to sit in on their child’s lessons every now and then and to discuss their child’s progress and concerns they may have; or better yet, to simply enjoy the rapport and work ethic that is being encouraged and developed during lessons with their instructor. Our goal over time, is to help each student become an independent music-maker who sets their own agenda in terms of what music they’d like to learn and work on.
It’s important and beneficial to make practicing and instrument a regular part of your daily routine. Students who make a point to practice specific skills at a set time each day will improve at a consistent and measurable pace.
Making practice a regular part of a student’s weekday routine is ideal. Students who devote 15 – 30 minutes of focused time to work on their lessons right after dinner, or school for example, will fall into the habit more easily, and after a while will start to look forward to practicing as a way to set and reach their own playing goals.
Our instructors work with and guide students to know what to work on each week and the most effective ways to approach their lesson assignments. We encourage parents to sit in on their child’s lessons every now and then and to discuss their child’s progress and concerns they may have; or better yet, to simply enjoy the rapport and work ethic that is being encouraged and developed during lessons with their instructor. Our goal over time, is to help each student become an independent music-maker who sets their own agenda in terms of what music they’d like to learn and work on.
Thank You for Reading! see you next month!!!