Piano Lessons
Creating A Successful Experience Together
Teaching Approach
Students play on our grand piano from the first lesson to develop proper posture, as well as the sensitivity of sound and a good musical touch.
While we have an individualized study plan for each student, we prefer a more traditional method of teaching note-reading and rhythm.
Method Books & Repertoire
For beginners, we often use John Thompson, Schaum Piano Course, and Alfred Piano Course. For intermediate and advanced students, we cover literature of the classical styles: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and the 20th-century.
Our goal is to foster an appreciation and enjoyment for music that will last for a lifetime.
For Parents
Getting a Piano
Your child will need to have access to a piano from the beginning, as daily practice is essential for making steady progress. A used upright/console piano of decent condition will be sufficient for most students.
A full-sized (88 keys) weighted digital keyboard with pedals can be a good substitute for about a year. You can also rent a piano from a local dealer if you are uncertain about purchasing one right away.
We work exclusively with Amro Music and Coltharp Piano World, and we are glad to help our students find their first piano.
Create A Supportive Environment
Please help your child establish a good practice routine by creating a focused environment, such as no distraction from phones or screens during practicing time.
Supervision in practicing is often necessary for young beginners. For older students, daily reminders may be needed until the student is mature enough to establish a daily practicing routine.
For Students
Develop Good Practice Habits And Attitude
Consistency and good quality in daily practice is the golden rule to make the most progress. Developing a positive attitude at the piano, as well as having a good work habit, yields the best results.
Set Achievable Goals
From memorizing a piece to getting ready for a competition, attainable goals will motivate us to keep practicing and improve our skills.
Performance Opportunities
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Studio Recital & Community Outreach
We host studio recital and community outreach at different venues every year, as we encourage students to perform.
We record community outreach hours for our students, which would help developing their extra-curricular portfolio.
Stay tuned for our latest performance!
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Keyboard Festivals & Local Competitions
We encourage students to participate in various keyboard festivals such as Amro Music keyboard festival, Beethoven Club Young Artist Competition, University of Memphis International Piano Festival and Competition every year. It's a great opportunity for young pianists to demonstrate their music talents.
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ABRSM Piano Examinations
We prepare students for piano examination provided by Associated Board of the Royals Schools of Music (ABRSM). ABRSM is the world's leading authority of music examination; their graded exam is internationally recognized.