Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Conservatory in San Luis Obispo
At teVelde Conservatory of Music, we revolutionize music education through our proprietary SensAPitch method, a whole-brain learning system designed to cultivate perfect pitch and enhance cognitive development. Founded in 1997 by Bonnie Jantina teVelde, our institution combines decades of pedagogical expertise with personalized instruction tailored to each student's personality and learning style. Our approach integrates multi-sensory techniques, engaging both hemispheres of the brain to improve spatial reasoning, memory, and musical proficiency.With a team of highly trained educators and a curriculum that spans preschool to adult learners, we empower students to achieve mastery in music while fostering lifelong cognitive benefits. Our commitment to innovation is underscored by partnerships with institutions like MUSE Arts Education and Yamaha, ensuring accessibility and excellence in music instruction for all.
Services
Music Lessons
Perfect Pitch Training
Whole-Brain Learning
Private Lessons
Skype Lessons
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We teach perfect pitch using our patented SensAPitch method, proven effective for all ages.
- Our teachers complete 100+ hours of specialized training in whole-brain music instruction.
- Custom-tailored lessons match student personality types for optimal learning compatibility.
- We offer real-world awards and adjudication opportunities through ICME and Certificate of Merit.
- Skype lessons ensure flexibility without compromising personalized instruction quality.
What people say
Exceptional love and care
Hear music in color
Improved spatial reasoning
Fast adult progress
Teen confidence boost
Services
Perfect Pitch Training
Our patented SensAPitch method teaches perfect pitch through color associations and whole-brain engagement. Students learn to identify notes instantly, enhancing musical memory and comprehension. This technique benefits cognitive development across ages, making complex musical concepts intuitive and accessible for long-term mastery.
Whole-Brain Learning
We integrate auditory, visual, and kinesthetic elements to activate both brain hemispheres simultaneously. This approach strengthens neural connections, improving spatial reasoning and academic performance alongside musical skills. Lessons combine instruments, rhythm, and color theory for comprehensive cognitive development.
Private Music Lessons
Tailored one-on-one sessions match each student's personality and learning style. Instructors adapt curricula for all ages, focusing on individual goals from foundational skills to advanced performance. Personalized pacing ensures steady progress and sustained motivation through joyful, confidence-building experiences.
Skype Lessons
Flexible online lessons maintain our high standards through interactive platforms. Students access personalized instruction regardless of location, with real-time feedback and curriculum adjustments. Virtual sessions preserve the benefits of our patented methods while accommodating modern schedules and travel limitations.
Early Childhood Programs
Specialized curricula for ages 2-6 develop perfect pitch and foundational skills through play-based learning. Activities include color-note associations, rhythm patterns, and introductory instrument exploration. Early exposure enhances brain plasticity, setting the stage for accelerated musical and cognitive development in later years.
People
Bonnie Jantina teVelde
CEO and Founder
Bonnie developed the SensAPitch method after discovering her own perfect pitch through childhood lessons. With over 30 years of teaching experience, she combines personal insight with academic research to revolutionize music education. Her work extends to non-profit initiatives, advocating for music therapy and accessibility for students with disabilities.
Questions
What makes your perfect pitch training unique?
Our SensAPitch method uses color associations and whole-brain engagement to teach perfect pitch systematically, unlike traditional ear training approaches.
Do you offer lessons for adult beginners?
Yes! Adults learn faster than children through our sequential-associative processor training, with many playing complex pieces within a year.
How early can children start lessons?
We accept students as young as 2 years old, focusing on sensory development and perfect pitch foundations through play-based activities.
Are lessons available online?
Yes, our Skype lessons maintain personalized instruction with curriculum adjustments for virtual learning environments and scheduling flexibility.
What instruments do you teach?
We offer piano, voice, ukulele, drums, and violin lessons using our proprietary method to develop perfect pitch alongside technical skills.
How does music improve academic performance?
Whole-brain learning enhances spatial reasoning, memory, and focus, correlating with improved math, language, and standardized test scores in students.
