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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Emily
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Emily

By Erin Springsteen

We are honored to feature longtime Opus 1 student Emily , who has studied piano with Teacher Doris for over 10 years. From earning ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction to...

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Featured MYC Alumni: Darren

Featured MYC Alumni: Darren

By Erin Springsteen

☀️🎻 Opus 1 is thrilled to feature MYC Alumni Darren! Darren, now 9 years old, began his music journey in our MYC program, completing both Sunshine and...

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Featured MYC Alumni: Marco

Featured MYC Alumni: Marco

By Erin Springsteen

Opus 1 is proud to feature Marco,one of our longtime students who began his musical journey in the MYC Sunbeam class with Teacher Yuri at just five years old....

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Aria
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Aria

By Erin Springsteen

Opus 1 Music Studio is honored to spotlight one of its hardest working and most advanced young musicians: Aria! At just 11 years old, Aria is already...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Aidan
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Aidan

By Erin Springsteen

Opus 1 Music Studio is proud to spotlight one of its longest-standing piano students, Aidan, who has been under the mentorship of Teacher Marco since joining...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Sky
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Sky

By Erin Springsteen

Wentian Sky, an advanced piano student who recently began studying at Opus 1 Music Studio, has demonstrated that hard work, dedication, and a deep...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Olivia
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Olivia

By Erin Springsteen

Olivia, a talented young vocalist from Opus 1 Music Studio, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone: she was accepted into the prestigious 2025 All-State...

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Inspiring Violin Teacher at Opus 1: Emily
Teacher Stories

Inspiring Violin Teacher at Opus 1: Emily

By Erin Springsteen

Opus 1 Music Studio is thrilled to welcome its newest violin teacher, Emily! Her journey with the violin began in childhood, inspired by her older sister. “I...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Ethan
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Ethan

By Erin Springsteen

Opus 1 Music Studio is thrilled to feature longtime piano student, Ethan! At just 16 years old, Ethan has spent over 11 years mastering the piano, a journey...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Tiana
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Tiana

By Erin Springsteen

In this interview, we meet Tiana, a talented 7-year-old pianist who has been learning under the guidance of Teacher Chloe for the past two years. Recently,...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Valentina
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Valentina

By Erin Springsteen

In this interview, we meet Valentina, a 9-year-old pianist who, like her younger sister Tiana, has been making waves in the music world. Valentina has been...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Viola
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Viola

By Erin Springsteen

Meet Viola, a vibrant and confident 9-year-old who has been a part of the Opus 1 family for four years. With her spunky personality and enthusiasm for...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Isaac
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Isaac

By Erin Springsteen

Meet Isaac, an 11-year-old violinist and quick study who has impressed everyone at Opus 1 Music Studio with his remarkable talent. Before joining us, Isaac was...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Roshni
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Roshni

By Erin Springsteen

Opus 1 Music Studio is proud to feature accomplished piano student, Roshni! Roshni embarked on her musical journey at the age of 4, igniting a passion that...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Lyra
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Lyra

By Erin Springsteen

Meet Lyra, a gifted ten-year-old musician who has been studying piano, cello, and vocals at Opus 1 Music Studio. Since the age of five, Lyra has immersed...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Joshua
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Joshua

By Erin Springsteen

Meet Joshua, a talented young pianist whose musical journey began at the age of six with a simple inspiration from a Facebook video. His dedication to the...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Coltrane
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Coltrane

By Erin Springsteen

At the age of seven, Coltrane's musical journey began when he became intrigued by the electric keyboard in his family's home. Now, six and a half years later,...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Sophia
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Sophia

By Erin Springsteen

Meet Sophia, a confident and dedicated Opus 1 student whose passion for piano shines through her commitment to practice. Sophia finds joy in competing and...

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Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Aritra
Student Stories

Opus 1 Outstanding Student: Aritra

By Erin Springsteen

Meet Aritra, a dedicated violinist with a passion for music that spans over seven years. Having started his musical journey in elementary school, Aritra...

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