Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.
How much are piano lessons?
Piano lessons cost $40 to $80 per hour, depending on the location, their experience level, and session length. A piano lesson package costs $180 to $350 for five 1-hour lessons. Children's piano lessons and online lessons often cost less than average.
Piano lessons are available for all ages in most cities in the country. Music instructors teach:
Music theory
Sight-reading
Improvisation
How to improve playing or technique
At what age should you start piano lessons?
The best age to start piano lessons is 5 to 9 years, though learning how to play the piano doesn't have an age limit. Playing the piano strengthens fine motor skills, increases flexibility, and improves your memory no matter how old you are.
Are piano lessons worth it?
Piano lessons are worth the money and effort invested over time. Playing an instrument can be beneficial for mental health, and cognitive strength. For smaller budgets, book just a few lessons to get the basics down and continue on your own.
How long are piano lessons?
Piano lessons for beginners or children are typically 30 to 45 minutes per session. Intermediate or advanced lessons are 45 to 60+ minutes per session. Most people have 1 to 2 lessons per week.
Can you learn to play piano online?
Yes, you can learn to play piano online through a webcam or virtual tutorials. Search our list of online piano teacher near you to find an instructor. Online piano lessons are often more convenient than in-person lessons and cost 20% less on average.
How do I select a piano teacher?
Start by searching our list of piano teachers, then:
Get at least three free estimates to compare.
Read reviews on Lessons and Google if possible.
Ask for references from current or recent students.
Make sure they are kind and personable, especially when with children.
Get a written estimate and schedule before the first lesson.
Avoid making a large payment up front. Follow a payment plan instead.
After asking questions and browsing reviews, hire the best piano instructor in your area.
What questions should I ask piano instructors?
When hiring piano teachers near you, ask the following questions:
How long have you been teaching piano?
Do you have a degree in music?
What age do you typically teach?
What genre of piano do you specialize in?
Will you give me a contract or payment arrangement in writing?
Will you allow me to choose some or all of the songs we practice?
Reviews for Surprise piano teachers
Recent success stories from people in the Surprise area.
Andy H.
Traveling Music Lessons made scheduling lessons so easy. Super quick response- friendly and so helpful! Our teacher was great!
Traveling Music Lessons - In person in your home!
Richard P.
Ron Ferlito Music
Rita C.
My daughter has been learning piano with Drew for almost eight years. Drew is incredibly knowledgeable about music, and his passion towards music is so contagious. He is such a great teacher for my daughter!
Drew Leatham
Kaelyn Y.
Gabby is an inspiring and fun teacher. She motivates her students to the very best. And has a way of teaching complex music theory in a very simple and easy to understand way which always makes you excited to learn more. I highly recommend her. -Kaelyn (adult student)
GabrielleDawnPiano
Vidhya S.
Mrs. Gordonâs extensive knowledge, experience and love of music makes her a great teacher! She is patient and kind and pushes my son to do his best. He continues to improve and grow under her. We feel very lucky and grateful to have Mrs. Gordon as our sonâs teacher!
Desert Rose Music Studio
Sarah G.
Seven years ago we met Tim Juillet. He became my son, Williamâs guitar teacher. He is the most patient, passionate, and genuine instructor. His teaching style is very encouraging and light hearted. He doesnât shame the kids or guilt trip them. He tries to show them his passion for music hoping that one day it will rub off onto them and that they will catch the vision. It took my son about a year and a half for the guitar cords to finally be arranged in his brain where it made sense to him. Through Timâs encouragement, he did not give up.
Tim also teaches voice lessons and has a performing arts degree. About four years ago, William went to an opera. Tim was able to speak to the experience and passionately help William to see the beauty of it. Now my son has been taking voice lessons for the past year because he wants to do more with theatre.
Above all else, Timâs love for Christ and his devotion to mentor young people is most evident in my sonâs life. Tim not only has challenged William in learning guitar and voice, but also challenged his views on life.
Thank you, Tim!!
Juillet Studios
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