| The Ugarte Studio has been contributing to the artistic and personal development of The Southern Arc since 1996, fostering a tradition of excellence in its students. Many members develop multiple skills singing, playing several instruments, composing and performing their own creations. Studio members and graduates are continously seen performing in the area, achieving awards as the Governor's Honors Program, Honors Choir & Orchestra as well as Honors programs in other subjetcs and as winners and finalists of local, regional and national competitions. As they move into college life, they are accepted into institutions of higher learning and professional music development as the Oberling Conservatory, winning full and partial scholarships as the Spivey Scholarship and other music, artistic and scholastic awards. Many students are currently pursuing professional careers in music and entertainment. |
"Hey!! It has been a while! I've been great! I've been called into music ministry and i'm going to bible college next year to fufill that! i'm doing alot of singing here and there due to you're excellent teachings! Thanks!"
(Crystal Warner lead cast at The Legacy Theatre, actress and model, g oing into Music Ministry)
"As a recent addition to The Ugarte Studio, I was quickly accepted into this new community. I had never taken lessons before, but now I regret that I had not discovered The Ugarte Studio sooner. I found this new environment to be extremely encouraging, singing songs I never thought my vocal range could handle and vastly improving through the exercises. I have been taking music lessons since I was four, and I never actually felt like I was improving during my lessons until I started taking from The Ugarte Studio. I grew to love the realness of the studio – the feeling that feedback would always be concise and constructive. Because of the support and guidance of The Ugarte Studio, I now have a new-found confidence in singing."
(Rebekah Joan Anders, Voice Student, was accepted with a scholarship to UGA. She is currently pursuing a major in Genetics and will be pursuing a minor in music starting her second semester.)
"We have been truly impressed with the voice instruction provided by Pia Ugarte. The knowledge that she possesses about how the body functions has been very beneficial in learning how to get the best sound while singing. We would recommend her for anyone who would like to improve the sound and quality of their voice."
(Terri Warner, Parent of Crystal Warner lead cast at The Legacy Theatre, actress and model)
"Every time my daughter leaves her voice and piano lesson, she is smiling and so complementary of her teacher (Ms Ugarte.) She is always eagger to share what she has learned and I always hear comments like 'Wow, Ms. Pia's suggestions really work!' Not only is my daughter learning to develop her talents but she is also learning an appreciation for the arts. This appreciation is not being learned just through books, but through Ms. Ugarte's passion and the example that she sets. I am so happy that my daughter has found a passion and that Ms. Ugarte has taken an interest in her development as well."
(Shellie Edwards, Parent of Camille Edwards winner of the Kiwanis Art Competition, finalist in the Chick Fil'a Competion and ensemble cast with The Twilight Theatre and co-founder of Backyard Kids Theatre;
and Payton Edwards, ensemble cast with Annie at The Legacy Theatre)
"Pia Ugarte is truly a professional! She knows exactly how to get the best out of each individual student. Pia takes it to the next level with the performances she produces and everyone is proud to be a part of it. I highly recommend Pia and The Ugarte Studio for anyone wanting to improve their vocal skills."
(Nancy Klaustermeyer, Parent of Abby Mortensen, finalist in the Chick Fil'a Competition
and Arnall Talent Competition and featured soloist at Arnall)
"Mrs. Pia Ugarte is the most excellent teacher I ever had. She teaches music skills such as practice something, then leave it for a couple of hours, then come back to the piece and review it again. This method has really changed my way of playing music. With Mrs. Pia Ugarte, she gives me her experience by talking about it relating to the music. She has lots of experience with music and she loves teaching it! She also teaches voice and she loves teaching kids! Last year, she put on a special performance for Christmas that had beautiful decorations! I can't wait for the next season! I recommend choosing Mrs. Pia Ugarte as your music teacher since she is a spectacular teacher!"
(Maria Furukawa, Piano Student, selected soloist with Booth Middle School)