Goals
Typical Paths for Students
We take each student at their own pace, and every program is customized to the student's unique skills and needs. That said, goal setting provides direction and encourages students to excel.
Here are some typical goal paths for students at the conservatory:
Main Goal
To be a competent amateur musician by high school graduation – able to play standard string quartet literature. This goal would enable a music minor in college and shows a strong commitment to an artistic endeavor over a long period of time.
Progression
Third Grade
Level 3
Fourth Grade
Level 4
Fifth Grade
Level 7
Seventh Grade
Level 8
Ninth Grade
Level 9
Easier Goal
To be able to play Baroque trio sonatas by high school graduation. This would not qualify you as a music minor, or as having made sufficient progress for a strong letter of recommendation for your college application.
Progression
Fifth Grade
Level 3
Sixth Grade
Level 4
Ninth Grade
Level 7
Eleventh Grade
Level 9
Basic Competency
To be able to read simple music accurately, with good intonation, and good musical expression. Allows you to play simple folk music, church music, and duet literature.
Progression
Fifth Grade
Level 3
Sixth Grade
Level 4
Ninth Grade
Level 7
Music Major Program
To be able to enter a major conservatory as a violin performance major.
Progression
1st Grade
Level 3
2nd Grade
Level 4
3rd Grade
Level 7
5th Grade
Level 8
7th Grade
Level 9
10th Grade
Music Major Pedagogy
Child Prodigy
Complete the entire music major pedagogy by age 12.
Progression
Sixth Grade
Music Major Pedagogy