About Me

Yvette P. Zobell
Piano

Yvette Zobell grew up in a family where the piano bench was always warm with four children practicing. She studied with Marian Crowley and Virginia Willard. She participated in many festivals, recitals and competitions as a youth. At Rick’s College as a piano performance major, Yvette studied with Dr. Del Parkinson, Julliard trained concert pianist and teacher. Yvette was then fortunate to receive a piano scholarship to study with acclaimed teacher, Gary Amano, Julliard trained and founder of the innovative Youth Conservatory of Music at Utah State University. Yvette gained experience and instruction teaching at U.S.U.’s Youth Conservatory. After receiving her Bachelor’s of Music degree Yvette began teaching privately.

Yvette is a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music and has been an active member of professional music associations in Utah, Washington, Oregon, and California.  She has held various positions in each of the organizations. Her students have participated and excelled in musical programs in each of the areas she has lived. In California her students participated and completed top levels of the prestigious Certificate of Merit program. Her students have obtained honors, including, winning and placing in competitions, obtaining college piano scholarships, and performing in many honor’s recitals.

Recently Yvette studied with Richard Cionco, Julliard trained concert pianist and teacher at California State University. Yvette performed several personal recitals which was a great joy and challenge.

Studio Policies

Calendar

Fall Term Sept/Oct/Nov Winter Term Dec/Jan/Feb Spring Term March/April/May

Each term will include ten private and one group lesson. Students will be given a calendar listing dates and special events.

Attendance and participation at recitals is required. All students will also participate in the Achievement In Music (AIM) program.


Tuition
Tuition includes private lessons, group lessons, preparation of individualized curriculum and selection of materials.


Tuition is to be paid by the month, due the first week of September through May. Tuition for June through August may be paid at the end of the month determined by the number of lessons received. Please note that regular payment is expected and no statements will be sent for tuition.


Additional Fees
An annual fee of $25.00 is due in September to help cover the cost of supplementary music, notebooks, duplication of materials, etc. Statements for music purchased by me and entry fees required in festivals and adjudications will be posted in a clear plastic protector in the student’s notebook.


Policies
Time you have set aside for your lesson is also time I have set aside, and there can be no deductions for missed lessons. Make up lessons will not be given. Swapping lessons with another student is encouraged if there is a conflict. Flexible scheduling is available during the summer months. Students are expected to have a minimum of 4 lessons during the total vacation time. Enrollment includes a commitment to a full year of study. If a student must withdraw for any reason, one month’s notice and tuition will be required to allow time for a replacement to be found.


Consistent practice is necessary for musical growth, and it is important to have a definite time set aside each day. A practice chart on display is helpful. For average progress plan on at least 30 a minutes a day for beginning students, 45 minutes a day for intermediate students, and 60 minutes a day for advancing students. Those who wish to excel need to schedule more time.


Each student should have a well-tuned piano with good lighting, a metronome. Ipods will sometimes be used for recording. Students are encouraged to hear good music by attending concerts, listening to recordings, enjoying performances on K.B.Y.U. radio and the classical music channels on cable or satellite T.V. Parent-teacher conferences will be scheduled during Winter-term. Music is wonderful gift to develop and nurture. Your questions and input are welcome at any time.