February 23, 2025
February Voice Student of the Month: Ella Maes
This February, we are happy to feature CCM voice student, Ella Maes, as our Student of the Month! Ella has been taking voice lessons for 8 months at CCM and currently studies with teacher Heather at our Sunnyvale location. She’s also been taking piano lessons for almost a year now with Teacher Jane. Julie is always striving for excellence and works hard in every lesson! She has been progressing steadily and learning music theory with a bright smile and a great attitude. Additionally, she works through difficult challenges until she’s confident! Teacher Heather says, “She is a hard worker, but also has grace for herself and shows kindness to herself and others. Her musicianship is continuously getting stronger each week and I highly respect her character as a fellow musician.”
Student of the Month Questionnaire – Julie Maes
What is your name?
Ella Maes
How old are you?
10
Who is your teacher?
Teacher Heather
How long have you been taking voice lessons?
Since summer 2024
What advice would you give to a voice student just starting at CCM?
I would tell them that they should not be afraid to start lessons, and for recitals, don’t worry you’ll be okay.
What song are you looking forward to learning someday?
A song from The Greatest Showman musical.
What is your favorite thing about singing?
How it flows and how the rhythm is fun.
What is your favorite food?
Mac n Cheese
Do you have a pet?
No.
Do you play any sports or do any other activities outside of music lessons?
Yes I love softball, swimming, tennis, running, and racing.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to have a farm and raise animals and grow food.
What is your most memorable experience at CCM?
The recitals I’ve done- 3 for piano and 1 for voice.
Parent Spotlight – Julie Maes
Learning to be more confident both in her voice, with music in general, and in performing in front of others.
Practicing at home will be a battle sometimes, but stay firm, as music is a great foundation for other disciplines, but also makes the child more well-rounded in academics. It boosts their confidence in general. They have a talent that many of their friends may not have.
I was required to take piano for much of my upbringing, my great-grandmother was a music teacher and so many of my family members on both sides were raised with music lessons.
