Milder Musical Arts News
Congratulations, Kate!
Kate Riemann will be in Mendocino, CA June 17 - 26 to participate in the Redwoods Opera Workshop. This prestigious honor will help Kate to hone her craft as she prepares for graduate school at Washington University this coming fall to study Vocal Performance. Kate's love for singing has been passed on to her students for six years and she will be greatly missed.
Swing, Swing, Swing
Debbie Schuster, a student with Jamie Shaw, is a rising talent in the St. Louis cabaret scene. Congratulations on being accepted into the St. Louis Cabaret Conference!
Snack Jacket!
Alisa Gordon plays and sings for the local band, Snack Jacket. Click here for more information on purchasing CDs and upcoming shows. Alisa is a student with Kate Riemann.
Congratulations, Hannah and Jocelyn!
Hannah Schultz and Jocelyn Snyder were invited to be a part of the St. Louis Children's Chorister Choir. The Choristers are an advanced choir composed of students with strong sight - reading skills. Hannah is in 7th grade and Jocelyn is in 8th grade.
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Congratulations, Marsha!
Marsha Medley has been included in the Marquis Who's Who of American Women 2010-2011. Marsha has written and published many pieces for organ and is a beloved piano and class teacher here at Milder Musical Arts.
Congratulations to all of our graduating seniors!
Anna Catalano, Taylor Jewell, Doug Hall, Tova Kay, Hillary Hodgson, Whitney Dutton, Reema Shah, Kimberly Gee, Matthew Williams, Anjuli Dharna, Lindi Nguyen.
We are so proud of your perseverance in music and wish you all the best in your future endeavors! Come back and see us!
Congratulations!
Emmy Barbour and Lauren Walton (not pictured) received a "1" rating at State Competitions! Well done, ladies!
MMA students put on a concert to raise money to support Haiti.
These ladies sang, played, danced and performed in ensembles, using their knowledge of music to create a wonderful event. Other acts included a tae kwon do demonstration, a gymnastics demonstration and a few violin performances.
We are so proud of these students for using their skills and talents to help those in need!
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Best Places To Work
The Saint Louis Business Journal awarded Milder Musical Arts One of the Best Places to Work in St. Louis, 2010. The school is currently expanding the faculty and the facilities by adding an additional classroom and private rooms in the shopping center.
Last year, 2009, The Saint Louis Business Journal named Beverly Milder one of the 25 Most Influential Women in Business. Beverly has influenced thousands of students over the last 30 years, in addition to influencing the quality and content of music education.
Congratulations!
Larisa Morozova is now finishing her 15th year here at Milder Musical Arts! Her daughter introduced her to Milder Musical Arts and Larisa began teaching on March 1, 1995. She is an amazing teacher, co-worker and friend. The picture to your right is Miss Larisa when she was 23 in her native country. We are all so happy to be able to learn the best teaching methods from her experience and skill. Click here to read Miss Larisa's story!
SLAMTA Sonatina Festival
Congratulations to all of our students that competed at this year's Sonatina Festival on February 13th. They all did wonderfully well and we're so proud of them!
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Little Shop of Horrors
Parkway West High School will be performing "Little Shop of Horrors" February 26, 27, and 28. Congratulations to our students who will be performing in the show, including Kristin Solodar and Emma Stewart. If you're looking for something fun to do that weekend, check them out!
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Arun Garg to give piano recital
Arun Garg will give a piano recital this Saturday, February 20th at 7pm at the Steinway Piano Gallery in Maryland Heights on the corner of Dorsett and Metro. Selected works to be performed include Chopin, Brahms and Rachmaninoff. Keith Coulson will play a few duets. Arun has been taking lessons from Milder Musical Arts for 12 years. We are so proud of his accomplishments. Pictured at right with Larisa Morozova, his teacher.
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Parkway Central Middle School will be performing "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" March 5 and 6. Several of our students, including Liz Langa and Maggie Orf will be performing.
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO (FOX2now.com) -
Tim Ezell was learning how to sing Wednesday morning. Jamie Shaw for Milder Musical Arts was warming up his vocals and gave him a few tips to improve his singing voice. Listen as Tim sings Lynard Skynard's "Sweet Home Alabama." Watch Video
Milder Musical Arts Gives Tim Ezell Singing Lessons for American Idol!
Will Tim be "pitchy" on stage? Not with help from Milder Musical Arts! Watch the video to see Tim's first lesson to train for American Idol! Watch Video
Congratulations, Kate!
SOPRANO SOLOIST with the St. Louis Symphony
See her perform in A Midsummer Night’s Dream this Saturday, October 10th at 8pm
More Info | Program Notes
Most Influential Business Women: St. Louis Superstars
St. Louis Business Journal, August 7-13
What began as a passion for Beverly Milder has led to a successful music school that has influenced thousands of lives. Full article >
Women in Business Profile: Beverly Milder
St. Louis Jewish Light, July 1
When you can say you've spent at least half your life doing what you love – It's a wonderful life!
Beverly Milder — musician and music educator turned businesswoman — has owned and operated a successful Music School for 30 years and enjoyed every minute of it. After having offered music education to thousands of students, she believes there's no other career she would have chosen. Full article >
Beverly Milder’s Musical Arts Celebrates 30 Years of Instruction
St. Louis Kids, Parents Sourcebook 2008-2009, The Metro St. Louis Guide to Smart Parenting
Thirty years after starting Beverly
Milder’s Musical Arts, founder and
director Beverly Milder Magency has
not lost the enthusiasm that drove her to
open her unique music school in 1978. Full article >
“Night of 100 Guitars”
Recognize these faces?
Although the picture is blurry, (it was taken on a phone!) it’s a photo of our very own Mort Melman with St. Louis Symphony Conductor, Maestro David Robertson. These two displayed their guitar chops along with 98 other guitarists in “Night of 100 Guitars” at the Pageant. Two of Mort’s guitar students, Al Cross and Brad Zirklebach, also participated.
