What is Sláinte Music?
Sláinte | SLAHN-chə
(from Irish) health; cheers; a sincere wish for
good health, safety, and prosperity.
I built Sláinte Music around the core belief that all people should have access to
affordable high-quality education. I strive to offer the best lessons I can, and aim to meet students at their level---both educationally and financially.
I firmly believe that music literacy as an imperative part of a holistic education.
Finances should not be a barrier to education. If you think you can't afford lessons, but you're committed to learning, let me know. We'll work something out.
About Sláinte's Flexible Payment Options
I'm a graduate student, so I understand how stressful finances can be in college!
Despite the "official" prices listed below, I offer lessons on a sliding pay scale, with a minimum cost of $12.50 per half-hour.
I also believe bartering is just as valid as currency, and am willing to barter goods and services in exchange for lessons.
Just let me know what you can afford, or what you can offer. No judgement. No questions.
Please contact me directly if you're interested:
(709) 682-7892 | perrysgmusic@gmail.com | sgperry@mun.ca
Sláinte Music is currently accepting
new adult students!
Violin & Viola Lessons
Half-hour: $40
45 minutes: $50
Hour: $60
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Open to all experience levels
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Beginners materials include the first Suzuki violin/viola book, scales, and technique studies.
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Intermediate and advanced materials are discussed in-lesson based on personal goals
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All students are encouraged to engage with music written by underrepresented composers
Violin & viola lessons primarily focus on developing technique and sustainable playing habits, while also building an understanding of music theory & practice skills. Students are expected to practice daily and keep a practice log. Practice goals are discussed individually at each lesson.
Fiddle Lessons
Half-hour: $40
45 minute: $50
Hour: $60
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Open to all experience levels
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Beginners materials include tunes from various Celtic traditions, including Irish, Scottish, and French
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Students are encouraged to attend local sessions & events that pertain to folk music
Fiddle lessons dually focus on ear-training and technique-building. Students are expected to practice daily and keep a practice log. Practice goals are discussed individually at each lesson.
Theory & Composition Lessons
Half-hour: $30
45 minute: $40
Hour: $50
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Open to beginner & intermediate levels
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Lesson topics pull from western music theory and history
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Lesson content is personalized based on skill level & individual musical goals
Music theory & composition lessons focus broadly on ear-training, theoretical accrual & application, thematic creation, thematic development, and large-scale structuring. Students who take music theory & composition lessons are assigned weekly homework assignments in lieu of practice logs.