Learning piano takes time and practice. To learn a few simple pieces by rote may take only a few weeks. To learn to play piano with fluency and to read music takes longer. How much longer is variable depending on dedication and practice. Think of learning to play as a journey, not a destination...Learning to play can be a joyful, lifelong passion!

Lessons occur at the same pre-arranged time each week, and can be either 30, 45 or 60 minutes in duration.

Taking online lessons allows you to take your lessons from anywhere with a keyboard, resulting in the most flexibility. No more missed lessons due to travel, minor illness, weather or road conditions or traffic. Continuity of lessons if you move around a lot.

I teach students from age six, though on occasion ages 5 and half.

I love helping students learn the pieces that motivate them. At first, if the music they want to play is too difficult, we may opt to keep it simpler. As students grow and their playing improves, more and more pieces and styles open up. I love it when a student comes to me with a piece and if they aren't ready to play it yet, it becomes a goal we can work towards.

A keyboard or piano is necessary from the beginning so that students can practice at home. If you don't already have a piano or keyboard, I am happy to advise and help you get one that meets your needs and budget.

Frequent practice is necessary to learn piano. These don't necessarily have to be long practices....I prefer a student practice 10-30 minutes of focused practice each day rather than an hour of practice the day of the lesson, though any amount of practice is better than none! I help students learn to practice, and set reasonable goals for each individual student. I try to engage people and meet them "where they are at" while also consistently encouraging the importance of practice; for without regular practice at home between lessons, not much will happen, and we're here to learn the piano, right? For extra motivation for kids, I use sticker charts and prizes for practice goals met. For adults, I am a very understanding teacher about schedules and how these can affect practicing.

Lessons are billed at a monthly flat rate, and that rate varies depending on length of the lessons. Please contact me and I will provide details.