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The Illinois State Achievement in Music Program

The Achievement in Music Program, also known as AIM, is an exciting and motivating program for students, designed to develop strong performance and technical skills as well as a thorough understanding of musical theory. There are twelve levels in the program, with Level 1 divided into three parts, Levels 1A, 1B, and 1C. Each level has theory, performance, and technical requirements that follow a logical progression from early elementary through advanced.  Students generally prepare one level each year and demonstrate their competency at annual exams, which are conducted by experienced judges in a comfortable setting. Students are not in competition with other students, but are evaluated individually on their accomplishments. Students are recognized with a pin for passing the theory exam and a certificate for passing both the theory and performance exam.  

 

AIM programs are established throughout the state of Illinois in 18 different associations.  Kristine’s students participate in the Chicago Area Music Teachers Association AIM program with examinations currently held at Sherwood School of Music at Columbia College in Chicago.  Over 4000 students of all ages participate each year in the state of Illinois.  The Illinois AIM program has received national recognition from MTNA (Music Teachers National Association.

 

MTNA is the oldest music organization in the United States.  It was established in 1876.  Through the program of examining students, parents can be assured that students are receiving the most competent music instruction possible.

 

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Located just 9 miles west of Chicago in the near west suburb of River Forest, Illinois, Kristine Konrad’s Piano Studio offers piano lessons to children and adults of all ages and levels with a methodology that stresses an in-depth, multi-sensory approach to learning to read music and understanding music theory.