Our Music Studio

Cygnus Arioso Music Studio is a vibrant and dynamic center for music education and performance, fostering a deep appreciation for classical music while embracing diverse genres and innovative musical approaches. Located in a welcoming environment, the studio offers high-quality music instruction to students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced musicians.

At the heart of Cygnus Arioso’s philosophy is a commitment to artistic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. The studio provides one-on-one lessons, ensemble coaching, and masterclasses, allowing students to explore their musical potential in a supportive, nurturing atmosphere. A distinguished faculty of professional musicians leads the instruction, with a focus on both technical mastery and expressive artistry.

In addition to its educational mission, Cygnus Arioso Music Studio is a hub for performances and collaborations. Regular recitals, chamber music concerts, and community outreach performances are integral to the studio’s offerings, providing students with opportunities to share their music with the public.

With a reputation for artistic innovation and a strong sense of community, Cygnus Arioso Music Studio inspires its students to grow as musicians while cultivating a lifelong love for music.

  • You are the most dedicated music teacher, violinist, pianist and musician. It is so beautiful the way you do...

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  • Thank you for showing us the ART of teaching, learning & performing. Thank you for nurturing the little performers of Cygnus Arioso so beautifully!

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  • Art, movements, colors, imagination, singing, dancing and stories with words and illustrations - lots of beautiful seeds are growing for my son since he started lessons.

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Want to Learn Music with Us?

We believe performance is the heart of music-making, so we designed our music studio to reflect this. Our student concerts offer a goal-based learning pathway towards a public performance outcome.

This is further augmented throughout the year by masterclasses and concerts offering students an inspiring personal window into the life of a performing musician.

  • We offer 1-to-1 private lessons for Violin, Theory & Composition for all age students.

  • Akiko Miyazawa

    Momo Foord

    Lisa Smith

    Lachlan Skipworth

  • Akiko

    60min lesson: $120.00

    30min lesson: $60.00

    Associate teachers

    60min lesson: $90.00

    30min lesson: $45.00

    Lachlan

    60min lesson: $100.00

    30min lesson: $50.00

    *Private lessons are billed in arrears, with an invoice sent electronically at the conclusion of each calendar month.

Private Lessons

Are you looking for a private teacher for violin, composition or theory? Find your best teacher with us. Available for all ages/levels.

Contact us for more information.

  • Violin 1-1 private lessons for all ages.

  • Composition lessons for all ages.

  • Theory lessons for all levels, all ages

Meet the Team

  • AKIKO MIYAZAWA

    Director

    Violin

  • LISA SMITH

    Violin

  • MOMO FOORD

    Violin

  • LACHLAN SKIPWORTH

    Composition

    Theory

Teaching Apprenticeship Program

Our associates are mentored by Akiko across a wide range of activities throughout the year.

  • Lessons are regularly supervised by Akiko, and associates are required to assist in the delivery of group lessons.

  • Associates are required to attend monthly meetings and workshops.

  • Participation on concert planning and logistics for CA public concerts.

 

Get in touch!

Contact us for any inquiries. We will get back to you as soon as possible!

 “All children are artists…

The problem is how to remain an artist once one grows up.”

- Pablo Picasso