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Top 10 classical piano lessons in Philadelphia, PA

Students agree: these teachers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Gavin Laur

Gavin Laur

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
20 years of piano experience and 1 1/2 years of teaching experience, with a Bachelor's Degree in Piano Performance (Summa cum Laude) from Arizona State University. My philosophy is that a love of music must come first, and that teachers ought to help students become independent learners as soon as possible. I strive to leave students with a feeling of genuine excitement after every lesson so they are eager to practice and develop out of their own interest. To accomplish this, I incorporate a variety of activities into lessons, including music theory, improvisation, composition, listening assignments, singing, dancing, and demonstration
Kathryn Woodard

Kathryn Woodard

5.0(4)
1 hire on Lessons
12+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Nicole L. says, "My boys aged 12 and 13, have been learning piano with Kathryn for a year and their progress has been remarkable. They enjoy their lessons, are comfortable with Kathryn, and have improved their piano skills noticeably. Kathryn tailors her teaching to their needs, keeps us updated on their progress, and helped them pass the ABRSM grade 5. I highly recommend her for her effective, adaptable teaching style and commitment to her students." Read more
Liz Gautsche Piano And Voice Studio

Liz Gautsche Piano And Voice Studio

5.0Exceptional(9)
Offers online services
11 hires on Lessons
15+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Bode says, "Liz is my 14 yr. old daughter's vocal coach and I cannot say enough about what a wonderful experience it has been! She has helped my daughter improve her vocal strength and quality and taught her breath control. She's teaching her how to mix her head voice and chest voice for smoother transitions. She has helped her find more power behind her voice and a new level of control and ease. She has challenged her and brought her voice to a beautiful new level! Liz helps my daughter with music for her H.S. mixed chorus and jury tests, for which she has received high recognitions. She also helps her prepare for musical theatre auditions and other school performances. She encourages her to bring in music that is special to her or just fun pieces she wants to attempt. She helps her find her strengths and weaknesses and really pushes her to go further than she thinks possible. Liz has a warm and wonderful personality which has really made my daughter feel comfortable, especially when singing songs that require her to be vulnerable and connect to her emotions. She runs an extremely professional studio and the payment, scheduling, and communication process is easy and efficient. Liz is an EXCELLENT teacher and I highly recommend her !" Read more
Aquaman Music Ministries

Aquaman Music Ministries

5.0(2)
Offers online services
34+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Herrol P. says, "Aquaman Music is very flexible with the schedule and will work with parents and students. In addition, the school covers jazz, pop, classical and R&B. All of this is good for a well rounded musician. My children trust the school, has confidence in his skill set and comfortable with his level of training. " Read more
YL Piano

YL Piano

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Yoni Levyatov, winner of the San Jose International Piano Competition, is recognized as a soloist and chamber artist with “an appealing electricity” (The New York Times). The Russian-born Israeli pianist and composer made his recital debut at the Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, and his New York City concerto debut as the winner of the Dora Zaslavsky Koch Competition performing the Schumann Piano Concerto under the baton of Philippe Entremont. He has also been heard with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, Manhattan Chamber Orchestra, the Bogota Philharmonic, Denver Brass, and the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas. His compositional oe...
Mindful Music, LLC

Mindful Music, LLC

5.0(2)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Bill P. says, "Jonathan is an excellent and highly knowledgeable teacher, and he immediately determined the areas where I needed the most work after assessing my skill set. I had played for decades, but developed only a very shallow understanding of notation, nuance, dynamics, and pedaling. Within a couple years, my technique and interest level in all things related to the piano increased dramatically. A great attribute of his program is the use of online lessons, which Jonathan refined during the Covid lockdowns - although skeptical at first, I found that the lessons through Zoom were almost as beneficial as actually being in his studio. He has developed unique teaching tools and applies them very effectively. Highly recommended for all levels of piano students. Bill P. " Read more
Manayunk Piano Lessons

Manayunk Piano Lessons

5.0(1)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
10+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Freddy T. says, "I have been taking piano lessons with Stefanie for two months now. I play guitar but have never played piano or learned how to read music. I am already reading music and playing songs I always wanted to learn! She is patient, challenging, and keeps me motivated to practice. I am very happy I decided to take lessons here. " Read more
The Dream School

The Dream School

5.0(2)
Offers online services
2 hires on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Katie D. says, "Mrs. Shim is a talented teacher. Our two sons, who are 7 and 9, take piano lessons with her and both enjoy working with her. She is patient, but also challenges the kids as musicians and takes the time to understand their musical strengths and preferences, so that they enjoy the process. Although both of our kids are similar In age, they have very different learning styles and likes. Mrs. Shim manages to keep them both engaged and moving forward. Her customized approach for each child focusing on performance but also joy makes music a great success in our family!" Read more
Elite Music Academy

Elite Music Academy

New on Lessons
9+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
We provide a very high quality music education at very reasonable prices. All our teachers are experts in their instruments, and have had many years of teaching experience. Our students win competitions, and many are accepted into major conservatories and music schools. Our studios are equipped with grand pianos, and we have a large concert auditorium with a Steinway grand piano, where students perform several times a year.
Classical Piano Lessons With Concert Pianist

Classical Piano Lessons With Concert Pianist

5.0(3)
Offers online services
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Elaine M. says, "When I decided to return to the piano after several decades away and a limited musical foundation, I knew I would need a highly experienced musician who had a broad musical background, great technical skills and an ability to discover where my skills were lacking and how to develop them step by step. I heard Katelyn perform on her online videos and found her to be an inspiring, dynamic performer. Her ability to teach and develop her student’s musical skills is equally exceptional. She has been able to pinpoint the areas of my faulty foundation and teach me how to build them accurately and then integrate these new skills into my daily practice. I am fascinated and inspired by at the breadth of knowledge and expertise she brings to each lesson. She supports her teaching with suggestions of further study which I find very helpful. My lessons are entirely online because I live in a different state, but online lessons have worked out very well for me. She provides a link so I can re-listen to our lesson, take notes, and even practice with the recording. I appreciate how Katelyn listens to my goals, plans my lessons to achieve them, and holds me accountable in a supportive, positive way. She has taught me how to successfully utilize my practice time which has resulted in significant progress this year. One of my goals is to learn music theory, so she skillfully weaves that into the lessons. My love for music has flourished under her excellent tutelage. I highly recommend Katelyn as she is more than a piano teacher as she brings her extensive breadth of expertise, training and experience to shape each lesson. " Read more

Your classical piano questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do classical piano lessons cost?

Classical piano lessons cost $40 to $80 hourly on average. Piano lesson packages cost $150 to $360 per month for weekly private lessons in-home or at a studio. Musicians recommend in-person lessons for classical piano playing so that the teacher can correct your hand positions better.

What are classical piano lessons?

Classical piano lessons teach you the traditional playing style of music written by composers like Mozart and Beethoven. You'll also learn important techniques and how to read sheet music of classical arrangements.

How long must you take piano lessons to play classical?

You must take piano lessons for 1 to 2 years with consistent practice to play simple classical pieces. Some people can make faster progress if they practice more often or have prior musical experience.

How long are classical piano lessons?

Classical piano lessons are 30 to 60 minutes long on average. The amount of time varies according to the teacher's style and the abilities of the student.

How do I find the best classical piano lessons near me?

Find classical piano lessons from private instructors by looking through the listings here on the Lessons website. Local music schools sometimes offer virtual lessons online as well.

Prior to hiring a local piano instructor, you should always:

  • Secure a minimum of 3 lesson cost estimates to get a clear comparison.
  • Read their ratings on sites such as Lessons and Google.
  • Talk to students on their references list.
  • Collect a written agreement and a lesson timeline before lessons begin.
  • Wait until after your preliminary sessions to start pre-booking for a month of lessons.

What question do I ask when choosing classical piano lessons?

When you're searching for a piano teacher, be sure to ask these questions:

  • How many years have you been teaching piano?
  • What is your formal music education background?
  • Which classical music composers are your favorites?
  • What is the typical age range of your students?
  • Do you offer a trial lesson, either for free or at a discounted rate?
  • If I don't have a piano, what type of keyboard should I get for practicing?
  • How much practice should I be doing outside of our lessons?
  • What textbooks do I need, and what's their cost?
  • Do you give assignments or pieces to memorize after each lesson?
  • Can you adapt your teaching style based on the individual student's needs?
  • What should I bring with me to our lessons?
  • How many different piano genres and styles can you teach?
  • Can I get a written copy of our agreement and the payment terms?
  • What is your policy for cancelling a lesson?
  • Will I be able to choose some of my own favorite songs to learn?

Reviews for Philadelphia classical piano lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Philadelphia area.
Daphne K.
My kids started taking piano lessons with Kathryn a couple years ago. They have different learning styles and were at different levels but Kathryn could identify what they need to work on and engage them quickly. We observed noticeable improvement in their skills and sight reading after just a few weeks. The online piano and theory lessons are equally engaging and my kids are enjoying the classes as usual and showing amazing progress.
Kathryn Woodard
Alexandra B.
I started taking lessons with Liz at the start of my junior year. That year was the most transformative year for my voice. Everything about my singing had become so much better and my friends started saying they’ve never heard me sing like that. Liz knows exactly what to fix and how to fix it. I’ve never had a voice teacher that I’ve worked better with. She knows so well how to communicate and work with you through any issue. The thing that I appreciate most is how supportive she is. She has helped me be so much more confident in my singing and I don’t know if anyone else could have done that. I’ve never felt insecure or scared around her she is just such a warm presence. If anyone asks me about a recommendation for a voice teacher, I would recommend her without question.
Liz Gautsche Piano and Voice Studio
Anthony M.
He has a lot of patience with his clients and a lot of knowledge about music
Aquaman Music Ministries
William H.
My first interview with Jonathan went well, my granddaughter responded well to him. Jonathan took the time to explain how he plans to teach her, this I found to be very professional.
Mindful Music, LLC
Judy V.
Chris Oh is a very gifted guitar teacher. My son has learned so much from him and enjoys coming to his lesson every week and even enjoys practicing! The Dream School is a wonderful place to take lessons and the owners are a pleasure to work with. The recitals they have for the students are a perfect way to encourage playing in front of a group. Highly recommend the Dream School.
The Dream School
Desee V.
The lessons are more than just technique. You learn a mental and physical connection to the music which really engages my son.
Classical Piano Lessons with concert pianist
Anne D.
My children have benefited tremendously from Dan's musical instruction. His constructive, hands-on approach helps students really dive into the music and enjoy playing it. His positive and encouraging teaching style motivates students, and his many practical techniques help students at every level master difficult passages. I especially like his well-rounded approach to music — he encourages the student to listen to different musicians and to learn about composers and the times in which they lived."
Carunchio Piano
Bella G.
High professionalism, passion to music and pacience with students.
Anna's Piano studio
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