1809 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94703
Dear Golden Key Piano School Community,
As June unfolds, we are grateful to celebrate all of students’ performances. We are now focusing on our annual exams and future plans.
This month, we’re sharing recital recaps, recent highlights, and exam preparation.
1. 2026 Exam Registration
Congratulations to the students who have already received their certificate and passed their exam.
Here is how you can register for your annual exam:
First check with your teacher about what week you are ready for the exam then register. We can not accommodate a change of schedule after you registered.
Find the most appropriate time for you in the document here remember we will keep updating the links so kindly be patient.
You cannot register with your own teacher.
If you have started your lessons in January 2026 or later, you will do your exams next year.
Keep practicing, have fun and see you then!

2. Annual Solo Recital Videos
Congratulations to everyone who participated in our solo recital. Videos have now been uploaded to Youtube and you can find them on the following link: Videos
Please watch, like and share!
Featuring Ella playing Adagio by D. Shtielbelt
Featuring Kirill playing “Song” by D. Kabalevsky
Featuring Ryan playing Prelude in C minor from Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1 by J.S. Bach
Featuring Artai playing Liebestraum No. 3 by F. Liszt
Featuring Nori playing Etude op10. No. 3 by F. Chopin
3. Group Class Announcement
Upcoming Group Preparatory Piano Classes for ages 3–4.
Little musicians will sing, move, play, and explore the piano in a fun, nurturing group setting designed to prepare them for future private piano lessons.
Wednesdays at 1:30pm – Starting June 10th
30 minutes, once a week
$390 for a 12 weeks session
Sundays at 11:00 AM – Starting July 12th
30 minutes, once a week
$390 for a 12 weeks session
Parents can register with the following forms: Sunday Group Class Registration or Wednesday Group Class Registration
Please email with any questions to goldenkeyberkeley@gmail.com
We’d love to welcome your young music lover.


4. Student News
Congratulations to our student Cecilia for graduating the first semester of the Preparatory Group Class Program.
Many of our students who are graduating from high school today started in the group class. We are looking forward to watching our new toddlers grow at Golden Key Piano School.

5. Follow Our Blog
We update our blog with a new post every month, where we post useful insights, advice, and more.
Check the blog here:
The Lasting Impact of Starting Music at a Young Age

If you have any questions please call the school at (510) 665-5466 or reply to this email.
Yours truly,
Katrin Arefy




