About the Studio
Founded in fall 2011, Percussion in the Valley, owned and operated by Dr. Meggie Aube opened it's doors with one student in her awesome parents' garage. It has since grown to over 30 students and is now located in a brand new, professional studio space in Palmer at 13372 Crowther Rd. The studio is comprised of a teaching studio, practice room, and group ensemble room. All members of the studio have access to state of the art instruments, including a 5 octave marimba. Students are encouraged to use the practice room space to warm up before lessons and to come in and practice in their free time. In addition the studio also offers a limited amount of percussion items for sale, such as sticks, mallets, and method books commonly required by the instructors.
There are 2 active percussion instructors at the studio. Lene Kennison teaches the beginning level students, and Meggie teaches the intermediate, advanced, and adult students. Students may be encouraged to take a placement lesson in order to find the correct reaher for their abilitiy level. To find out more about the instructors please visit the instrcutors page.
The Percussion in the Valley studio is dedicated and passionate to its mission of training the percussionists of the Mat-Su Valley. The instructors love the variety of students found in the valley from the beginner to the experienced player; from young students to seasoned adults. They believe that playing percussion can positively shape the life of a student, no matter what age or ability level. Proper playing technique is emphasized in each lesson. During lessons students are given the opportunity to explore a wide range of musical styles and genres. Finding the appropriate level of music for students is a priority, as well as repertoire that fuels the musical passion of the student.
Private lessons, as well as group lessons can be arranged. Dr. Aube is also available for teaching residencies as an Alaska State Council on the Arts Teaching Artist. Group drumming outside of the studio for businesses, corporations, government organizations, schools, churches, and non-profits are commonly scheduled and are a great way to help an organization with tem building and relieving stress.
The goal of Percussion in the Valley is to create an army of percussionists in the Mat-Su!
Why should you sign up?
- Study with a teacher who has more than ten years teaching experience and a doctoral degree in percussion pedagogy
- Conveniently located close to you, no need to drive to Anchorage!
- Learn a variety of percussion instruments including: drumset, marimba, snare drum, hand drums, accessories and
more
- Flexible lesson scheduling
- Reasonably priced lessons with a professional: half hour lesson- $25, 45 minute lesson- $35, or hour long lesson- $50
- Gain performance experience in recitals presented at least once a year
- Ability to learn in either private or group settings
- Learn proper technique that will assist in your musical development
- Prepare for college and careers in music
- Relieve stress
- Take up a new hobby
- Stretch your brain
- Make new friends!
There are 2 active percussion instructors at the studio. Lene Kennison teaches the beginning level students, and Meggie teaches the intermediate, advanced, and adult students. Students may be encouraged to take a placement lesson in order to find the correct reaher for their abilitiy level. To find out more about the instructors please visit the instrcutors page.
The Percussion in the Valley studio is dedicated and passionate to its mission of training the percussionists of the Mat-Su Valley. The instructors love the variety of students found in the valley from the beginner to the experienced player; from young students to seasoned adults. They believe that playing percussion can positively shape the life of a student, no matter what age or ability level. Proper playing technique is emphasized in each lesson. During lessons students are given the opportunity to explore a wide range of musical styles and genres. Finding the appropriate level of music for students is a priority, as well as repertoire that fuels the musical passion of the student.
Private lessons, as well as group lessons can be arranged. Dr. Aube is also available for teaching residencies as an Alaska State Council on the Arts Teaching Artist. Group drumming outside of the studio for businesses, corporations, government organizations, schools, churches, and non-profits are commonly scheduled and are a great way to help an organization with tem building and relieving stress.
The goal of Percussion in the Valley is to create an army of percussionists in the Mat-Su!
Why should you sign up?
- Study with a teacher who has more than ten years teaching experience and a doctoral degree in percussion pedagogy
- Conveniently located close to you, no need to drive to Anchorage!
- Learn a variety of percussion instruments including: drumset, marimba, snare drum, hand drums, accessories and
more
- Flexible lesson scheduling
- Reasonably priced lessons with a professional: half hour lesson- $25, 45 minute lesson- $35, or hour long lesson- $50
- Gain performance experience in recitals presented at least once a year
- Ability to learn in either private or group settings
- Learn proper technique that will assist in your musical development
- Prepare for college and careers in music
- Relieve stress
- Take up a new hobby
- Stretch your brain
- Make new friends!
Take a Video Tour of the new Percussion in the Valley Studio
Meggie teaching in Amman, Jordan
