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Lessons are taught in a positive and encouraging environment with custom made teaching designed for every individual need and goal.
There are a wide range of options including different musical styles and activities to help learning.
We teach reading music, music theory, communicating ideas and stories through music, sight reading, ear-training, harmonization, composition, music software, tech use.
We have hands on activities and games for younger students.
Yes, regular practice is essential. A full-sized keyboard or acoustic/digital piano is recommended.
A regular time should be set aside each day for practice. Consistent practice will reinforce concepts and avoid cramming the day before a lesson.
Treat practicing like school homework.
It is important to focus on the quality of practice even more so than the time spent.
Students should practice at least 5 days per week.
Recommended practice time by age is:
5-7 years old: 30-40 minutes
8-10 years old: 40-50 minutes
11-14 years old: 50-60 minutes
15 and older: 60-80 minutes
Weekly practice assignment goals will be set for the student and consistency is important. Encouragement and making time for practice in the student's schedule will sustain progress.
🎹 Essentials to Bring
Notebook & Pencil – For taking notes, writing down assignments, and jotting teacher instructions.
Piano Method Book(s) – Your teacher will likely recommend specific books. Bring them every lesson.
Sheet Music – If you're learning songs outside the method book, bring your printed music.
Practice Log (optional but helpful) – Track your practice time and what you've worked on each week.
🧑🎓 Personal Preparation
Clean Hands & Trimmed Nails – This helps with proper technique and avoids clunky playing.
Questions or Topics – Write down anything that confused you during practice to ask your teacher.
The best option is an acoustic piano that is tuned at least once a year. But if cost, room size and controllable volume are important factors, then a digital piano may be better for you. Wearing headphones or lowering volume, plus variable tones etc. make it a flexible option.
Digital pianos can be excellent too, with a sound and touch similar to acoustic, but it will not be exactly the same.
A digital piano must have the following features:
88 keys, touch sensitive, weighted keys, sustain/damper pedal, bench of an appropriate height, entirely self-contained or on a keyboard stand (not a table or desk).
Located in an area of the home that promotes consistent practice.
Lessons typically consist of 40-minute sessions.
Yes! We host student recitals at least once a year to give everyone a chance to showcase their progress.
We require at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Make-up lessons can be scheduled based on availability.
