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About
In a society increasingly threatened by malaise from artificial intelligence, musical study becomes an act of peaceful rebellion. Devotion to deep artistry and tradition becomes an offering to humanity.
—Lauren Vaccaro
Preserving the Humanities Through Music
At Vaccaro Piano, we implement a healthy mix of structured, traditional curriculum and innovative, 21st century approaches. We believe in keeping alive the music of the past with quality (human) instruction in music literacy and practice, along with:
Listening and singing (or kazoo-ing);
Music theory and history;
Performing and fostering a culture of musical presence.
Vaccaro Piano accomplishes this through one-on-one instruction using beginner methods as well as the curriculum within The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Certificate Program.
RCM is a comprehensive system of music study and assessment from Elementary to Advanced levels. Read more about the benefits of RCM!
Supporting the Student’s Growth & Satisfaction
Depending upon the needs of the individual student, lessons are supplemented with:
Game-based learning;
Improvisation and duet playing;
And moving or conducting.
For intermediate students, games and improvisation serve as rewards for scale and repertoire practice, as their repertoire is longer and needs more attention during lessons than the music of elementary students.
Our core mission is to foster a lifelong love of music through one-on-one instruction and cultural immersion, and we believe this is only possible through the collaboration of teacher, parent, and student.
What is RCM?
For over 135 years, The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Certificate Program has been an internationally leading institution — and for some countries, the gold standard — in music education and performance. It is a comprehensive system of music study and assessment from Elementary to Advanced levels that recognizes (and rewards) students’ progression. Students who participate tend to:
advance faster;
stick with music longer;
celebrate tangible achievements on a regular basis; and
build a track record of accomplishment that they can reference in the future on employment and education applications.
RCM’s Benefits
The following text comes from RCM’s website:
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RCM’s integrated curriculum includes repertoire and etudes from the Baroque era to modern day, as well as music theory, ear training, technique development, and sight-reading.
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Examinations are available for both Practical (performance) and Theory (written).
Practical examinations evaluate the performance of repertoire, etudes or vocalises, aural skills, sight reading or singing, and orchestral excerpts for string, brass, and wind instruments.
Theory examinations evaluate the understanding of theory basics such as musical notation. Advanced levels include harmony, counterpoint, analysis, and history.
The Benefits of ExamsBuild self-confidence
Encourage goal setting
Provide a national standard for students to track their progress
Promote well-rounded musical training
What to Expect at an ExaminationAn objective assessment of the student’s skill for that level
A friendly yet professional atmosphere
Personalized feedback and marks available online within a few weeks
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A Certificate of Achievement can be earned at each level of study by successfully completing all the requirements for each level of The Royal Conservatory Certificate Program.
The ARCT Diploma is recognized internationally and is one of the highest academic credentials awarded by The Royal Conservatory.
All examination candidates are eligible to receive Gold Medal awards from The Royal Conservatory. These awards are based on examination results.
Many school systems recognize RCM examinations for credit toward secondary school graduation.
Bio
Under the tutelage of Dr. Sergio Gallo, Lauren graduated from Georgia State University in July 2024 with a Master of Music degree in Piano Pedagogy.
As a graduate assistant, she taught five different levels of Group Piano and was praised for the amount of care she dedicated towards helping her students. Lauren also served as the secretary of GSU’s Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Collegiate Chapter.
Lauren Vaccaro - Piano Teacher, Pianist, & Creator
For the summer of 2023, Lauren was awarded scholarship funding to participate in the Chopin Academy of Atlanta and the Chopin Academy of Vienna. These one-week festivals were incredibly mind-expanding, offering masterclasses, lessons, and lectures from internationally acclaimed pianists and educators.
After graduating, serving as the pianist at Conyers Presbyterian Church, and performing at various venues around Atlanta, Ms. Lauren moved back to her hometown in Florida. She currently teaches piano for Vaccaro Piano and Creative Keys Music School, and she is the pianist for a local chamber music ensemble, Bayshore Ensemble.