Students

I begin by looking at your goals. They are what will define the direction of your journey to how to play the piano.

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You and I and everyone else out there who’s interested in piano – we’re a diverse bunch. You might be a young person focused on a career in music or a retiree looking for a new hobby, or an aspiring concert pianist.

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You may be a strict note-taker who likes to regularly re-read everything you’re learning, or you might be an auditory learner who learns best by listening. You may prefer hands-on experience, or you might learn best by watching others.

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Far too often, I see people trying to fit themselves into a structure that doesn’t work for their lifestyle or needs. To avoid this, you need to be your own advocate. Identify how you can best learn. However if you don’t make up your mind immediately, we are here to guide you. Your wish is our command.

 

An average one-hour lesson could cost about $40, depending on your location. Since you’ll need quite a few lessons in order to make progress, you’ll need to consider how this will affect your budget long-term.

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The intensive nature of traditional lessons (sight reading, music theory, lots of regular practice) means that it’s not a good fit for everyone. Casual students, or people who don’t need rigorous training, may feel frustrated by this method.

That said, traditional lessons are great – if you want to become a classical musician. In fact, they’re almost always the best option for people who want to become professional pianists.