Education
“Settlement is an amazing institution in the education it provides to everyone, as well as the special work done to bring music education to people (especially children) who might not otherwise have access to it. My husband, kids, and I all take lessons at Settlement, so it is a family resource for enhancing the extremely important influence of music in our life. My experience in my own lessons is that my teacher meets me where I want to be, as an adult learner, rather than forcing me into a mold. That has made all the difference for my engagement in practice.” Susan Harkness Regli
“I study at Settlement because my daughter is taking violin lesson and because Settlement Music School gives an excellent platform for children.” Shaswati Chaki
“Settlement means personal attention, care and excellent instruction.” Erika Loberbey
“I chose Settlement because wanted to continue my music study as an adult and learn jazz, which is a new style for me.” Bedley Reid, age 35
“The arts help my children develop an appreciation for any talent or skill, and the hard work and problem-solving that goes into success.” Matthew Courtin
“Settlement means hard work.” Noah, age 7
“I attended the Mary Louise Curtis Branch from age 5 to 17, so the arts defined my focus in later life. I am watching that same impact on my daughter!“ Erika Loperbey
“Settlement helps me to improve my skills.” Maxim, age 7
“Piano is a fun hobby that makes me smarter and more coordinated.” Luke, age 14
“Settlement means new ways to learn different activities.” Maysa, age 11
“The arts make me a better dancer and a better person.” Nathari, age 12
“I go to Settlement because I like to study and learn music.” Jane, age 8
“The arts help me learn the rhythms from playing.” Maxim, age 7
“Settlement means learning new things and getting better at music.” Jane, age 8
“The arts help me learn new pieces of music.” Maysa, age 11
“The arts help me learn.” Nia, age 7
“I learned my first instrument at Settlement, so I am very impacted by the arts!” Ryan, age 15
“I study at Settlement because I like to play piano and I like to learn new songs.” Raphael, age 11
“Settlement is the place where I learned to play piano which is my favorite instrument.” Raphael, age 11
“Settlement is a place where they teach me.” Alice, age 9
“The arts impact me because I like to hear music now and I think to the tones and keys of it.” Daniel, age 12
“I study at Settlement to be a better piano player.” Fa’him, age 12
“I study at Settlement because I want to learn how to play music.” Jonas, age 10
“Settlement means learning how to play music.” Jonas, age 10
“The arts impact me by teaching me how to do stuff I didn’t know how to do before.” Jonas, age 10
“I study at Settlement because I love music and piano.” Vivian, age 8
“I study Settlement because I learn new stuff like ballet.” Aminah, age 9
“I study at Settlement to learn Jazz improvisation.” Spiros Mancoridis, age 53
“The arts give me what I like. I like the drums best, I like the piano, I like the music in this place.” Camila, age 5
“I study at Settlement to learn music and play instruments.” Kenning, age 10
“I study at Settlement to learn more about music and get better at the violin.” Ian, age 14
“Settlement is a place where people of all ages can learn about and support music.” Ian, age 14
“I study at Settlement because I want to profession piano… to be a pianist!” Philip, age 10
“The arts help me learn.” Sauna, age 11
“We study at Settlement because I want to improve my child’s skill in the arts.” Kamilya Blackwell
“I study at Settlement because I wanted to learn how to play the piano so I could play classical songs.” Jaden, age 10
“Settlement means learning new things.” Andrea, age 12
“Settlement means learning something new every class.” Nathari, age 12
“The arts make me talented.” Nathari, age 12
“The arts impact me by learning music.” Ricellia, age 9
“Settlement helps my children learn new ways to play the violin.” Hanen Adhari
“The arts help my children learn a new activity.” Hanen Adhari
“The arts make me want to play more piano.” Galel, age 7
“I study at Settlement to learn about music and to learn to play piano.” Goran, age 10
“I study at Settlement to learn how to play piano, because it sound beautiful.” Luna, age 6
“I study at Settlement because I wanted to learn more about piano and I thought this would be a good place.” Logan, age 7
“Settlement is a place for building your skills.” Tommy Chau
“Settlement means music and ballet.” Ines, age 8
“I study at Settlement because I want to learn other instruments and expand my knowledge.” Ryan, age 15
“Settlement means a lot because I’ve been here for over 4 years and learned a lot.” Ryan, age 15
“I study at Settlement to increase my musical capabilities (piano).” Luke, age 14
“Settlement is a place of music and learning that is for all ages to experience.” Luke, age 14
“For me, Settlement means a place where you can have fun and learn music.” Daniel, age 12
“Settlement means to me, learning something new.” Vivian, age 8
“How the arts made a difference in my life? I get to learn new things in my life everyday.” Aminah, age 9
“I study at Settlement to learn music, and play instruments.” Kenning, age 10
“The arts help me get better at music.” Kenning, age 10
“Settlement Makes me feel happy that I can learn and play piano.” Kolton, age 8
“I chose Settlement because want to compose music as a career and I feel that it is important to have some level of prior knowledge before I continue my studies in college.” Dermott, age 17
“Before studying here, I had very little formal training in composition. Settlement has helped me connect my natural talent to a more meaningful level of musical thought.” Dermott, age 17
“Settlement Music gives excellent platform for children.” Shaswati