One-on-One Lessons

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(LITA) Long Island Tutoring Academy-PRIVATE LESSONS

Please call (516) 280-8688 to set up your FREE trial lesson!

One-on-One Lessons

Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Clarinet, Flute, Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Jazz Piano, Theory and Composition, Improvisation, Double Bass, Trombone and more.

Our private lesson program offers highly individualized private lessons for all ages and skill levels, including absolute beginners. Our inspiring music classes are created just for YOU.  Your needs and interests are our #1 priority.  We nurture every student with individualized, encouraging one-on-one music instruction.  The one-on-one interaction between teacher and student enables an unparalleled level of personalized instruction and is ideal for developing the student’s musicianship skills.  New students have the opportunity to meet with the director or the department head for consultation.  Assignment of teacher is determined based on the student’s needs, goals, past experience, and availability.  Each student will be assigned to one of our distinguished faculties graduated from some of the most prestigious schools including the Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, Manhattan School of Music, Yale University, Boston Conservatory, Mannes the New School of Music and etc.

Duration: 30- minute, 45-minute and 60-minute sessions weekly (Students can sign up for 8 classes, 20 classes and 32 classes)

Ages: 3-adult

Quarterly ReviewEvery quarter, our Music Director reviews the progress with each teacher and student to make sure the performance is in excellent condition.  We strongly encourage students to stay with one teacher for at least one semester or year for a better result.   Parents and students are encouraged to communicate with us for any issues especially when they need extra helps.

Performance opportunities—LITA offers two student concerts a school year.  Many more concert opportunities around the community.

GROUP LESSONS

Group lessons are a wonderful way to learn music in a communal atmosphere surrounded by peers.  Students are able to learn and grow together, as they learn not only from teachers, but from each other as well.  Our small group sessions will ensure that each student has sufficient individual attention.  Want to share the magic power of music with your friends, sibling and peers?  Sign up now by calling (516) 280-8688!

A. Group Classes for Kids Do-Ri-Mi

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Kids Do-Ri-Mi class gives students the ideal beginning of their musical journey.  Our curriculum is designed to make music lessons both fun and educational for young musicians, by encouraging an enthusiasm for music and the foundation on which to build musical skills.  Note reading, technique, theory, musicality, and performance skills are all taught in engaging ways that enable students enjoy the process of learning.

Duration: 60 minutes/ 12 classes

B. Group Classes in Music Theory

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The theory class is designed to teach students, through a sequential curriculum, basic rhythms, scales, intervals, harmony, sight-singing, dictation, and simple composition.  Beginner-level class focuses on the basic musicianship including rhythm and note-reading.  Intermediate to advanced-level classes explore scales, intervals, sight-singing, harmony and simple composition.  We specialize in preparing students for ABRSM Exam Theory Class.  99% of our students get high pass in the exams.

Duration: 90  minutes/ Full semester (20 classes)

NYSSMA AND ABRSM TEST PREP

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Students are strongly encouraged to participate the NYSSMA and ABRSM examinations.  Both exams are highly regarded and extremely beneficial as extra credentials when applying for college while experiencing the magic power of music.  We specialize in both test prep, 100% percent of our student pass the tests with excellent score and 98% percent of our student get A+ on their test results.

HOW DO YOU GET TO CARNEGIE HALL

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LITA is a proud partner of the New York International Competition for young artists which is designed for young musicians and artists on the path to a successful career.  The mission of competition is to identify and sustain young talent and to encourage and support excellence in the performance of classical music by showcasing the gifts of young artists.  In addition to receiving cash prizes, young artists will be presented at a concert at Carnegie Hall.  Participants will gain valuable competition and performance experience and have the opportunity to be heard on the WORLD stage.  For more information, please visit: www.newyorkaspiringartists.com.

JULLIARD PRE-COLLEGE AUDITION AND COMPETITION PREP

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For students who are interested in auditioning the prestigious music schools, preparing for national and international music competitions and festivals, will thrive in this rigorous program.  We have highly qualified faculties who are performing artists as well as top-school graduates.  They are eager to share their very own experience and passion to students who are seeking to make music as their profession.   In the past, we have many students were successfully accepted to the Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, Manhattan School of Music and many elite schools.

SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL

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Each year LITA hosts a annual Summer Chamber Festival.  We welcomes all instrumentalists ( Piano, Strings, Woodwind, all Chamber Orchestra Instruments) to share the music together in the summer!  GOOD MUSIC, GOOD TIME, AND GOOD MEMORIES!!  Courses we offer: Chamber Music Groups, Chamber Orchestra, Audition preparations, NYSSMA/All state preparation program, Music theory(Basic-advanced), scales, sight reading/Intensive sight Reading, and etc. 

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

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Today’s brain research tells us all about the amazing benefits music has on the aging brain.  Music will enrich your life and you’ll be glad you made time for it.  LITA offers music lessons to adult students of all ages.  Whether you are pursuing a new hobby or reconnecting with a childhood passion, we will ensure you a great experience.

(LITA)Long Island Tutoring Academy (516) 280-8688