Ms. Leslie's Music Studio

08/21/2026

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July!

05/20/2026

🎹 This is Your Brain on Piano! 🧠
Did you know that playing the piano is one of the best full-brain workouts you can give yourself?
This beautiful infographic breaks down exactly what happens in your brain when you sit at the keys:
Eyes reading two different clefs at once
Ears processing notes and adjusting in real-time
Both hands playing independent rhythms
10 fingers moving with precision
Feet controlling pedals
Spatial awareness, timing, touch, proprioception, and emotional expression all firing together
From the visual cortex to the cerebellum, playing piano lights up almost every part of your brain simultaneously — something very few activities can do!
It improves memory, coordination, focus, emotional intelligence, and even helps with stress relief. No wonder so many people describe it as meditation in motion.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, every time you practice, you’re literally rewiring and strengthening your brain.

05/04/2026

🎶 And that’s a wrap on our 2025-2026 Piano Season & Spring Showcase! 🎹 Watching these amazing students perform was the perfect ending to a fantastic season of all their hard work! Congratulations to all the performers - you absolutely crushed it 🔥

04/26/2026

What an incredible end-of-the-year celebration piano recital! 🎹✨ I am so proud of all my students for playing their hearts out. A massive shoutout to our first-time performers—stepping on stage for the first time takes so much bravery, and you all did amazing! 🌟 It’s been a pleasure watching these musicians grow, and I’m so grateful to the parents for supporting them.