Welcome to the Northern Virginia School of Music
WE NOW HAVE TWO LOCATIONS!!
The NOVA School of Music is proud to offer two convenient location in the Aldie and Chantilly/South Riding area. We are located at:
Kindercare
24194 Millstream Drive
Aldie, VA 20105
Shepherd Gate Church
4310 Pleasant Valley Road
Chantilly, VA 20151
In March 2017, Stone Ridge Piano Studio opened its door and began offering quality music instruction and performance opportunities. The growth was amazing and was filled to capacity with a waiting list by January, 2018!
In fall, 2018, it became NOVA School of Music and expanded its offerings to include an extensive array of private lessons on piano, strings, guitar, drums, voice, and woodwinds! The faculty are seasoned professionals and bring years of training and experience to the studio.
All ages and levels are welcome. Come join us and discover the world of music and the joy it can bring to your life!
About Us
Private Instruction
Private lessons run on a semester basis costing $180 monthly for a thirty minute weekly lesson. Lessons for 45 minutes are $255 per month and an hour per family is $340 per month. Fees are pro-rated once the semester begins, so don't wait to get started!
Piano LESSONS
Registration Fee : 1st child $35,
2 children $60 & Family $75
VOICE lessons
VOICE LESSONS
Private lessons run on a semester basis costing $180 monthly per half hour. Lessons for 45 minutes are $255 per month and an hour per family is $340 per month. Fees are pro-rated once semester begins. Don't wait to get started!
Registration Fee : 1st child $35,
2 children $60 & Family $75
Strings
Private lessons starting age 5 - adult.
Give your child the opportunity to thrive in middle school orchestra by having years of lessons and ensemble experience before Loudoun County orchestra programs begin in 6th grade!
String lesson offered on violin, viola and cello
Required Materials
Must be provided by parent before start of program, cost estimates below
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Instrument and Rosin: Down Payment $42, Monthly Payment $21
We recommend Day Violins in Chantilly. Students must be measured in person to ensure they receive a correctly sized instrument.
Day Violins
14221 Willard Rd Unit 500
Chantilly, VA 20151
703-391-9444
dayviolins.com -
Music stand (folding) $15
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Foam Shoulder rest (violin/viola) $10
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Essential Elements for Strings Book (violin, viola or cello) $10
Registration Fee : 1st child $35,
2 children $60 & Family $75
Students will learn
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Parts of the instrument and care
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Setup, posture and positioning
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Practice technique
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Pizzicato and arco playing styles
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Music theory: note reading, ear training, rhythm, music symbols and more.
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Ensemble technique: following a conductor, playing as a group
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Music appreciation: famous composer study
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Performance etiquette: students will perform together at the NOVA School of Music Recital. Recital date TBA.
NOVA School of Music Elementary Strings
Grades 3 – 5
Beginner – Violin, Viola and Cello
Minimum 6 students
*Cost: $300/per student
* Tuition payment: Total amount due before first class meeting. No refunds for withdrawing from the program or for missed classes.
**If a regularly scheduled class cancelation occurs, students will meet on the make-up date.
FALL
Weekly, 12 weeks + Recital (Date TBD)
Mondays (excluding October 14th Holiday)
Sept 9, 16, 23, 30
October 7, 21, 28
November 4, 11, 18, 25
December 2
**Make up day: December 9
Time:5:00pm – 6:00pm
SPRING
Weekly, 12 weeks + Recital (Date TBD)
Mondays
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19
**Make up day: June 2
Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
INSTRUCTORS
Mylinda Dockery (piano, organ, early childhood music) has over 30 years teaching experience in the Suzuki and traditional piano methods for ages 4 – adult. She received her Bachelor of Music from Salem College in Winston-Salem and her Master of Music in organ performance from the North Carolina School of the Arts where she received the Kenan Organ Scholarship for outstanding talent. She also holds a certificate from the L'Academie De Musique De Sion, Switzerland. Mylinda has performed in Switzerland, France and extensively throughout the southeast and New York as both a soloist and a chamber musician. Along with her love of performing, she has a passion for teaching and founded two non-profit community music schools in NC and KY and ran them for over twenty years. Upon relocating to northern Virginia, she founded NOVA School of Music to continue her work in music education and helping students of all ages discover the joy of music!
Alessandro Medina holds a Bachelor of Music Degree in Piano Performance, studying with Dr. Tad Hardin, from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA, and a certificate of music studies with a concentration in piano from the National Conservatory of Music Antonio Neumane in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He started his music studies at the age of six in the Music School and Conservatory José Ángel Lamas in Caracas, Venezuela and transferred two years later to the conservatory in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where he studied for over 10 years. He has a deep passion for performing and teaching and has performed in several concerts and recitals in Venezuela, Ecuador and the U.S. He is an active member of NVMTA (Northern Virginia Music Teachers Associations) and has also taught music and piano to students of all ages and levels throughout his artistic and musical career. He feels privileged to have devoted his early and adult life to his passion for the musical arts. He believes music is a beautiful and precious gift given by God and is excited to share it with others!
Kara Kaiser (strings) has over 15 years of professional experience teaching music to children and adults of all ages. She holds a Bachelor’s in Music Education and a Masters in Teaching. She worked in the Fairfax County Public School system teaching strings from 2006 – 2015 and has continued teaching as a private instructor. While in the school system she gathered invaluable experience in learning to teach varying abilities including students in advanced academics, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and physical or emotional disabilities.
As a string specialist she enjoys sharing the beauty of violin, viola, cello and bass. Using a diverse range of methods, Kara caters to the unique abilities of each student. She believes that everyone, regardless of age, is capable of creating music and that developing an appreciation for music is the heart of music education.
Gabe Jones (drums, guitar & bass) founded Jones Studio in 2017 in Lexington, KY and has helped hundreds of students discover the joy of playing and performing on an instrument. He now owns and operates Jones Recording studio offering high quality recordings for individuals and bands alike. He has performed and recorded extensively as a soloist and in jazz, blues, metal and rock 'n roll bands throughout the southeast. He studied jazz drums at University of Louisville and has taught drums and guitar for over ten years. He enjoys teaching all ages and sharing his knowledge to inspire his students to achieve their musical goals!
HeeHwa Parks is a piano and flute specialist who resides in Gainesville with her husband and two young children. She works during the day in the local school system, but missed the one-on-one teaching with the children. She was so excited to join the faculty at NOVA School of Music and continue her love of education for the performing arts. HeeHwa received her undergraduate education from Baekseok University in Korea and her Master's from the Aaron Copland School of Music in Queens, NY. We are so fortunate to have her on our faculty at NOVA School of Music!
Galina Biserova has over 25 years of experience in music education and brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role at NOVA School of Music. Specializing in piano and vocal instruction for all ages and genders, she has a deep-seated love for teaching children and has dedicated her career to nurturing young musical talent.
Galina's expertise is grounded in European teaching methods, and she emphasizes a thoughtful and meticulous approach to musical literacy, making her a versatile and skilled educator. Galina is thrilled to be part of the NOVA School of Music, eager to share her experience and inspire the next generation of musicians.
Anthony Fernandes began his violin journey at age seven, quickly developing a deep passion for the instrument. His dedication led him to compete at county and regional levels during middle and high school. Currently enrolled at George Mason University, he is pursuing a Minor in Music while actively participating in the George Mason Symphony Orchestra under Dr. Joanna Owen's guidance.
With over a decade of experience, Anthony is committed to sharing his love for music with the next generation. His recent experiences as a student provide him with unique insights into how children engage with music, allowing him to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment. Grateful for the opportunities music has given him, he aims to inspire young musicians to appreciate the joy and connection that music brings to life.
Austin Alvarenga became interested in music at the age of 14. He had been diagnosed with a learning disability called APD (Auditory Processing Disorder) which caused him to struggle learning aurally. He hoped studying music would help him with his challenges. He went from one instrument to another until he discovered the guitar. Guitar helped him do more with his ears than he ever thought possible. He got involved in his high school guitar program where he learned to read and play classically from Tchaikovsky to Liszt. He continued his studies in college under Ken Hall. Once comfortable with the foundations of reading and playing jazz & rock he began working straight from the record to strengthen his audio capabilities. Being able to hear the music aurally and play it was so gratifying that he has made it his career. He looks forward to sharing his love of music with his students!
OUR LOCATIONS
Kindercare
24194 Millstream Dr
Aldie, VA 20105
SHEPHERD GATE CHURCH
4310 Pleasant Valley Rd
Chantilly, VA 20151
We're in your neighborhood!
NOVA School of Music offers two convenient locations for music learning.
Email: info@novaschoolofmusic.com
Telephone: 571-639-8158