Musicolor Method celebrates student growth at spring recital as it sets sights on national expansion

BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Families, educators, media, and members of the community gathered this past Saturday at the PS 321 Lower School Auditorium in Brooklyn for a joyful and inspiring event celebrating student achievement through music. The occasion marked the annual Spring Recital of the Musicolor Method of Park Slope, a program that has been transforming early childhood education through its innovative use of color, design, and instinctual learning. Children as young as four took the stage, performing confidently on piano, guitar, violin, and ukelele, showcasing not only musical progress but profound growth in focus, emotional expression, and self-assurance. Each of the three recital sessions drew packed audiences of parents, siblings, and friends, with 54 students taking the stage. The performances included student favorites, as well as original compositions from the Musicolor library.

Founded by educator, composer, and former MTV Asia VJ Andrew Ingkavet, the Musicolor Method was born in a Brooklyn living room in 2007, when Ingkavet couldn't find a music program that worked for his young son, Alejandro. "The Musicolor Method really began as a way to help my own child," he said. "Traditional methods felt too abstract and often frustrating for little kids. I started experimenting with ways to simplify what I knew as a musician, introducing color, patterns, and stories to create an intuitive way for him to succeed right away."

Today, that same method is helping thousands of families introduce music in an accessible, playful, and empowering way. Rather than rely on traditional black-and-white notation, Musicolor matches each child's finger and hand position to a specific key using color-coded guides. "Instead of reading abstract musical symbols, they are reading color blocks that show them exactly where to place their hands," Ingkavet explains. "It is intuitive, visual, and meets them right where they are developmentally, even if they can't yet read words or numbers."

The result is a system that builds not only musical proficiency but what Ingkavet calls "Superpowers Through Music", including life skills such as focus, patience, problem-solving, and emotional resilience. "Children are learning pattern recognition, motor coordination, goal setting, and how to regulate their emotions," he adds. "They don't even realize they're developing these powerful tools because they're having so much fun."

This year's recital was especially meaningful for students like Alec, a young guitar student with autism and ADHD. His mother, Laura Wilson of Park Slope, said, "Music is a source of therapy for Alec. It gives him a moment where he gets to shine. At the recital, he felt proud, confident, and seen." Another parent, Esther Farkas, echoed this sentiment, "My daughter started as a shy kindergartener who wouldn't speak to her teacher, Andrew in the first class. Now she's performing on stage with a huge smile. This program has given her confidence that shows up everywhere: in school, at home, and with friends." Parent Julia O'Brien said, "what an excellent program...our Musicolor teacher, Chris Gierymskyi, has been teaching my daughter Daisy for the past ten months or so, and I am regularly struck by how well he communicates to her, explains music concepts and ideas, and demonstrates and guides her."

The program's impact has led to long-standing relationships with Brooklyn families, many of whom have remained enrolled for years with multiple siblings attending classes. With more than 20 instructors and 130 active students, Musicolor Method has become a trusted part of the local education landscape. Now, it's expanding.

After years of developing training systems and refining the curriculum, Ingkavet has launched a national licensing program, allowing educators around the world to implement the method in their own communities. There are currently 10 licensed Musicolor Method teachers worldwide, with a new rollout planned for summer 2025. Ingkavet is also a current participant in the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program, positioning the organization for strategic growth and educational partnerships in the years ahead.

"Our vision is to reach one million children through this method," Ingkavet says. "Whether that's through licensing, school district partnerships, or digital tools, we want every child, regardless of where they live or how they learn, to experience the joy of making music." He adds, "Recitals like this are important because they mark real milestones in a child's learning journey. When students perform, they're not just showing what they've learned musically. They're practicing bravery, focus, and the ability to rise to a challenge. Those moments stay with them."

To learn more about the Musicolor Method, visit http://www.musicolormethod.com. To request more information about licensing, media interviews, or to receive photos from the recital, contact Pietra Communications at info@pietrapr.com or call 212-913-9761.

About Musicolor Method

Musicolor Method is a pioneering music education program designed to make learning music more intuitive, accessible, and engaging for young children. Unlike traditional methods, Musicolor Method uses a color-based notation system that allows children to play music even before they can read. This innovative approach is particularly effective for preliterate children, neurodivergent learners, and those with special needs, ensuring that every child—regardless of ability—can experience the joy and benefits of music.

By integrating structured learning with creativity and play, Musicolor Method helps children develop essential life skills such as focus, confidence, and resilience—what it calls "superpowers through music." Their mission is to make music education an empowering experience that nurtures every child's potential.

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Olga Gonzalez, Musicolor Method, 2129139761, info@pietrapr.com, https://www.musicolormethod.com/

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