Studio 237 School of Music Announces Summer Programs

Studio 237 School of Music Announces Summer Programs

Studio 237 is a music school run from the quaint Point Washington home of Ray and Lisa Cyr. The Cyrs opened their doors in January 2011 with the mission, as Lisa says, “to educate students of all ages and to help them discover, develop and demonstrate musical talents.” Students are mainly from South Walton County and a few travel from surrounding areas. The school currently has six teaching rooms and a staff of nine teachers who offer lessons in piano, voice, guitar (acoustic, electric, bass, upright bass), drums, percussion, violin, cello, viola, ukulele, clarinet and more. Students are taught foundational principles, technique, theory and are given pieces to practice outside of class to develop their musicianship. “We teach a variety of styles”, says Lisa, “including classical, contemporary, pop, gospel and improvisation while seeking to match each student with the appropriate teacher. The result is education for performance”. Students are encouraged to perform by demonstrating their skills at events such as recitals, monthly performance groups, festivals, Piano Guild and the Florida Federation of Music Clubs events.

Studio 237 will be hosting their annual summer music camps this June and July. “Summer is always a great time to come inside, try an instrument and take a break from ‘beachy’ activities.” says Lisa.“We are offering one week sessions at half the normal price.” Classes include Music Discovery (ages 4-6), Drums (ages 8-14), Piano/Keyboard Basics (ages 7+), Rock Band (ages 10+) and private instruction 5 days in a row (ages 7+). Each session lasts one hour. The school is also open all summer long for once a week private lessons at normal rates.

To learn more about the studio, view the recitals, and locate musical resources, visit: http://www.Studio237Music.com or call Ray and Lisa Cyr at (850) 231-3199. The school is open for drop-in lessons, room rentals for piano and drum set, tours and meeting prospective teachers.