2022 Guild Judge for the State of Hawai'i
Upcoming Events
January 2022 through March 31, 2022
updated June 8, 2021
National Piano Guild
2024
June 6 & 8 Live Auditions
June 10-15 Videotaped Auditions
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Please see the events section below for information on special dates and Holidays through
July 2023
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EVENTS
Fall 2022 SPECIAL DATES
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October 1 through October 7 – No regular lessons for Hawai‘i students (fall break)
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End of November – Select clips of Guild Auditions and new students will be available for viewing on a private link for a limited time – contact me if you prefer to be removed from the video
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Monday, October 31, Halloween – no regular lessons after 5:30 pm (rescheduling is available)
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Tuesday, November 8, Elections Day – regular lessons
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Thursday, November 24, Thanksgiving – no lessons
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Thursday, December 15, please reschedule if your lesson is at 5:30 pm or later (due to concert dress rehearsal)
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Saturday, December 17 through Monday, January 2nd no regular lessons (HOLIDAY BREAK – New Year’s Day observance is January 2nd)
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Regular lessons resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2023
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In-person recital April 2023!
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Virtual and Face to Face Lessons
Due to government restrictions to reduce the spread of Covid-19, Face-to-Face lessons are available when permitted. Virtual lessons via Zoom
or FaceTime are still options for all students.
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2024 GUILD JUDGE
TOM THOMPSON
https://www.ttsmonline.com/biography
NEWS
Masks are not required at lessons, however, please follow any updates from Hawai‘i State health officials regarding safety precautions.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Fall 2024
Last update –
August 30, 2024
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September 2 (Monday) – Labor Day – No regular lessons
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October 4-11 (Sat–Fri) – No regular lessons for Hawai‘i –
students during Fall Break week. Lessons resume on October 12
(Saturday).
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October 5 (tentative date/time) – Virtual Student Piano
Recital/Guild Awards Presentation – 6:00 pm Vineyard, Utah
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October 31 (Thursday) – No lessons after 5:00 pm on Halloween
(rescheduling options are available to prepare for the Nov. 9th recital)
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November 9 (Saturday) – Recital & National Piano Guild Awards
– Haha‘ione Elementary School – 7:00 p.m.
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November 26 (Thursday) Thanksgiving Day – No regular lessons
(rescheduling options are available)
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December 20, 2024– Fri. January 3, 2025 – Holiday Break, no lessons
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Lessons resume on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
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Take Note
One of the biggest obstacles piano students face is the loss of forward momentum. When a student makes little or no progress, it is often linked to irregular practice habits and results in discouragement and decreased motivation. Although some students look for an easier solution, there is no progress without practice. Please help your child to set a regular practice schedule. When practice becomes part of your routine you will notice the difference.
About Me
Serving Hawaii Kai for over 38 years.
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Sometimes all it takes for music students to understand the material is an instructor who knows about student learning styles. Having worked with students in public and private schools throughout the State of Hawaii since 1985, I bring a depth of professional experience and knowledge to those who are eager to expand their minds, talents, and skills. I offer quality lessons at affordable prices. My business is not advertised, students find out about me from families who know me and are happy with their experience at my studio.
This list is regularly updated, so check back often for the latest information.
Making Learning More Enjoyable
Lessons I Provide
Beginning, Intermediate and Early Advanced Piano Instruction
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Beginning, Intermdiate and Early Advanced Theory and Technique​
Beginning, Intermediate and Early Advanced Vocal Instruction
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Student area....send a photo or message if you would like to be part of the website!
Below are portions of an email I received from a student on June 7, 2021. I love to hear from former students!
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Hi Mrs. Uale! I was a piano student of yours about 30 years ago....I've been thinking about you a lot lately. I just completed some very rigorous coursework and passed 3 California state exams to have music added as an area of authorization to my teaching credential. The music theory stuff I had to learn was INSANE! .... I felt like I should've majored in music to pass those exams! I'm 100% certain that I never would've passed those exams without the solid base of music theory knowledge I got from you. Just wanted to reach out and say thank you for all that you taught me! ...I figured you must have a website, so I Googled you, and sure enough, there you were! I hope you are doing well and thriving during these crazy times! A.L.W.
Services
Piano or vocal instruction
Private Instruction, 1/2 hour once a week
Music Studio Policy
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Beth Uale’s Music Studio
Private and Group Piano and Vocal Instruction
729 Kii Street ♦Honolulu, Hawaii 96825 ♦ Business Phone: 781-1963
Serving Hawaii Kai since 1985
Performance Opportunities
Recitals are held semi-annually. There are no extra fees for this activity and participation is strongly encouraged. Recitals give students a chance to develop performance skills, and the experience of hearing other students play is often inspirational.
National Piano Guild Auditions are held annually – usually in June at my home. Students studying piano are expected to set goals and memorize music (usually between two and ten pieces) to present in front of a professional adjudicator brought in from the mainland. Even beginner students and adult students should participate in this event as it helps them to learn what constitutes a perfect performance. Incentives for participation are certificates and pins from the American College of Musicians.
PRACTICING
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MINIMUM practice schedule for students 5-6 times a week:
Beginners-Level 2: 15-25 minutes per day
Level 3-6: 25-35 minutes per day
Intermediate: 35-45 minutes per day
Early Advanced: 45-60 minutes per day
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TEACHING MATERIALS
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PIANO - Nancy & Randall Faber, Alfred's Piano Library, James Bastien, Mark Nevin, William Gillock, Schirmer and other classical collections, and supplemental contemporary music.
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VOCAL - Panofka, Broadway music, Italian arias, European vocal and choral works, Art songs, jazz and blues, contemporary music, etc.
PURCHASE/LOAN – NEW BOOKS will be billed with your next monthly invoice LOANED BOOKS must be properly cared for and returned by the assigned due date.
PAYMENT
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(As of April 2019) An invoice will be sent via email at the end of each month
with the cost of lessons, and the cost of any new books or outstanding payments. Payments may also be made via check. THE MONTHLY PAYMENT IS DUE IN FULL by the 15th of each month.