Find a piano teacher in Berkeley, CA

Find piano lessons in Berkeley, CA

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Top 10 piano teachers in Berkeley, CA

Students agree: these Berkeley piano lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Dillon Vado's School Of Music

Dillon Vado's School Of Music

5.0Exceptional(13)
Top Pro
Offers online services
9 hires on Lessons
14+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Arav B. says, "My favorite part of being Dillon's student was his willingness to tailor his lessons to my particular needs, and his ability to teach me not just as a musician but also as a fellow human. Dillon was versatile, teaching me how to play many different percussion instruments. He helped me see through many of my goals and was the first music teacher who challenged and empowered me to feel like a true musician. My time with Dillon have profoundly impacted not only my relationship with playing music, but his mentorship during and beyond lessons has also shaped how I approach life as a whole." Read more
Karen's Piano Studio

Karen's Piano Studio

New on Lessons
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
16+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Experience your natural musicality with the remarkable Australian-developed Simply Music approach. Simply Music is a revolutionary piano and keyboard program that offers a breakthrough in music education. This unique method has adults, children, teens, and seniors playing great-sounding blues, classical, contemporary and accompaniment pieces – immediately – from their very first lessons. Karen’s Piano Studio offers piano and keyboard lessons for students of all ages and abilities. We’re located in downtown San Rafael and parking is conveniently available at the studio. My musical background includes traditional piano lessons all through...
Piano Lessons With Diane Dimperio

Piano Lessons With Diane Dimperio

5.0(1)
3 hires on Lessons
31+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Nancy T. says, "SHE IS SUPPORTIVE AND COMMUNICATES WELL SHE COMES TO MY HOUSE YOUR 100 CARACTER REUIREMENT IS NTSXXXXXXXXXX" Read more
Susan's Piano Services

Susan's Piano Services

5.0(1)
Offers online services
4 hires on Lessons
14+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Trish D. says, "Quick response to set up lessons. She is kind and loves what she is teaching. She makes me excited to learn piano! And I’m 54 years old. 😊" Read more
Sonor Music School

Sonor Music School

New on Lessons
2 hires on Lessons
6+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Welcome! Sonor Music School is a music studio located in downtown Lafayette with a fun team of professional musicians and instructors. We provide a distinctive, well-rounded quality music education in piano, violin, voice and a classical / jazz guitar. We are a team of kind, professional educators dedicated to the progress of our students, offering the highest level of musical education. Students range in age from 4-year old beginners to more experienced teenagers, and adults. Lessons are scheduled according to mutual availability with the teacher and the students.  By providing individual music lessons, our instructors use their own teach...
Mercy D Piano Lessons

Mercy D Piano Lessons

New on Lessons
3 hires on Lessons
Serves Berkeley, CA
Hi my name is Mercy and I love playing the piano! I started playing the piano when I was 5 years old and I really enjoy helping young kids learn to play too! I believe that playing any instrument can be extremely beneficial to a child's development and is a great enrichment opportunity. From my own personal experience learning the piano is a perfect starting point to learn about playing and reading music because once one learns how to play a rhythm and read sheet music you can play almost any instrument! I played the clarinet and the saxophone also!
Dandan Lessons

Dandan Lessons

5.0Exceptional(9)
Offers online services
7 hires on Lessons
11+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Nicole Y. says, "Attention to my daughter's progress, to better structure her future lessons, has been a key to improving her piano skills. I recommend starting with Julietta to build a foundation, and then continue with someone like Franco to push ahead. Both are excellent music teachers." Read more
Piano Lessons

Piano Lessons

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Berkeley, CA
I’m a classically trained pianist from Iran. And I hope to share my love for music with my students. I currently teach at a local music store in San Francisco, but I’m also accepting private lessons at my free time. During my lessons I make sure to work on music styles the students are mostly interested in, but I also work on the foundations as that will give them the independence to be a able to practice music by themselves.
Aound Of Chord

Aound Of Chord

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Welcome to Susan Piano Studio in Pleasanton! We teach an innovative way to master the scales and chords, to master the piano fast — to play any piece, accompany any songs ( and instrumental version) also to create music — the ability to improvisation, writing a song and compose !
Music Lessons With David Lopez-White

Music Lessons With David Lopez-White

5.0Exceptional(13)
Offers online services
9 hires on Lessons
26+ years in business
Serves Berkeley, CA
Maan A. says, "I've been taking lessons with David for almost a year now, and he always goes above and beyond. Highly recommend as his passion for flamenco and teaching shows in his lessons" Read more

Your Piano Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

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 Berkeley piano teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Berkeley area.
Tina C.
Dillon is not only a talented professional but also a fantastic teacher. My 4th grader has developed a passion for music and blossomed thanks to Dillon.
Dillon Vado's School of Music
Lukki L.
Julieta is a very passionate, kind, and patient violin teacher. My sons love taking lessons from her. We highly recommend her as a violin teacher.
Dandan lessons
Ethan M.
Kind and knowledgeable teacher. I would highly recommend David to anyone looking to pick up the bass.
Music Lessons with David Lopez-White
Sarah
Clifford is an extremely skilled pianist, and a great teacher!
Clifford Lamb
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