Dear students and parents,

First of all, WELCOME to my blog, an online resource for the students of my studio. Here you will find articles about violin and viola, their techniques, history, proper maintenance, and more, written by violin and viola experts of international recognition. You will also find videos and audios of the music you are current working on, so you can refer to during your practice. I will also post events such as studio recitals, competitions, participants, winners, as well as welcome posts of the new members of our studio, and much more.

Second of all, WELCOME back to my AMA Studio, I am sure you all had a great summer and are ready to start another exciting semester. This year we will have more events to boost the students playing and interaction. In addition to the end-of-year AMA’s recital, we are going to have two studio recitals in which my students will have the opportunity to show and expose themselves to the real world of performing. Students who are preparing themselves for auditions and competitions, such as ALL STATE and the Bach Competition, are expected to perform on those recitals, as well as those who are ready to perform the music they are practicing. We will try to put some duos and trios to perform as well. Both recitals will be at AMA’s next door building and piano accompaniment will be provided. That said, let’s root and cheer for the students that are taking these competitions and auditions. 

Concluding, this semester promises to be a great, busy and exciting one with lots of events to happen. For all students: GO PRACTICE, PRACTICE, AND PRACTICE. To the parents, please, be supportive of your precious ones; give them all they need to succeed. So, good luck to all of us and let us have a wonderful start.

Sincerely,

Dr. Silva