Alumni student, Eden Pawlos, performing with Sunny Xia, Seattle Symphony Assistant Conductor
🌟 Build Skills Confidence and Stage Experience
Many students want to improve but are unsure how to practice effectively or move beyond their current level. These group classes provide expert guidance, clear goals, and consistent feedback so students can make noticeable progress in a short time.
Students will work on:
🎻 Producing a stronger and more beautiful tone
🎼 Reading music with greater accuracy and fluency
🎯 Practicing efficiently and independently
🌟 Performing with confidence and expression
👂 Listening and ensemble skills
Classes include live piano accompaniment, allowing students to rehearse and perform with a collaborative musician just as they would in formal performances.
Instructor Dr. Natasha Kubit teaching a new beginner class of middle and high school students
🎓 Expert Instruction and Professional Support
👩🏫 Lead Instructor: Dr. Natasha Kubit
Doctor of Musical Arts, Michigan State University
Master of Music degrees from the Cleveland Institute of Music
🎹 Piano Accompanist: Dr. Chris Powell
Doctorate, University of Colorado Boulder
🤝 Studio Assistant: Analisa Ruiz
Alumna of Key to Change
This team provides a supportive and professional learning environment for young musicians.
Key to Change students at Benaroya Hall preparing to perform at the Solo String Festival
🎶 Performance at Benaroya Hall
All students participate in the Solo String Festival at Benaroya Hall on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
This experience includes:
✨ Coaching from professional musicians
✨ Performance in a world class concert venue
✨ A recording of the performance
✨ A memorable milestone for students and families
Festival participation is required as part of the program. Repertoire will be selected by the instructor.
👥 Who Can Participate?
Open to middle and high school violin and viola students who:
✔ Have completed at least one semester in a school orchestra
✔ Can commit to the full four week term
✔ Will participate in the festival performance
Students will be placed into the appropriate class after a brief assessment with the teacher.
📅 Program Details
Location: Federal Way
Term Dates: March 2 through March 26, 2026
Class Length: One hour
Group Size: Up to 12 students
Sheet music is provided
Class days and times are shared after registration.
💵 Tuition Registration and Financial Aid
Special Winter Term Tuition: $300 ($37.50 per class)
8 classes total
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $25
✔ Sheet music included
✔ 100 percent refund available during the first week of classes
❗ Makeup classes are not provided
Financial aid is available for families who require assistance. Please indicate your need when registering.
⭐ Reserve Your Student’s Place
Enrollment is limited to maintain a high quality learning environment.
Deadline to register: February 28, 2026.
After registering, families will receive placement information, class schedules, and festival preparation details.
👉 Secure your student’s spot today.
