Find a classical piano lessons in Santa Monica, CA

Find classical piano lessons in Santa Monica, CA

Find classical piano lessons in Santa Monica, CA

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Top 10 classical piano lessons in Santa Monica, CA

Students agree: these instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Richard Berman Piano Lessons

Richard Berman Piano Lessons

5.0(1)
Serves Santa Monica, CA
Lonnie N. says, "Richard was my piano teacher and now teaches my daughter. We have known each other for a long time! Since I became a mom, I no longer have time to take lessons from him, but I am very happy that my daughter is lucky enough to do so. Richard has a fun and engaging way of teaching. His lessons are focused and he keeps my daughter motivated with his warm and positive energy and his gentle encouragement. My daughter started with him around the age of 5 and has been with him for the past 6 years. She continues to look forward to her lessons and has made wonderful progress. I would highly recommend Richard as a piano teacher to kids and adults alike!" Read more
Traveling Music Lessons, CA

Traveling Music Lessons, CA

5.0Exceptional(5)
21 hires on Lessons
21+ years in business
Serves Santa Monica, CA
Colin F. says, "They come to you and make learning so convenient! It's the best way to learn any instrument. They have the best list of instructors and are so easy to work with!" Read more
Witmer Studios

Witmer Studios

5.0Exceptional(5)
2 hires on Lessons
23+ years in business
Serves Santa Monica, CA
April W. says, "Professional " Read more
Deborah Sealove Piano Lessons

Deborah Sealove Piano Lessons

5.0(3)
1 hire on Lessons
Serves Santa Monica, CA
R. M. says, " For over 7 years, my children, ages 10 and 12 years, have taken private piano lessons with Mrs. Sealove. She provides traditional piano instruction, as well as theory, encouraging sight reading and technique . Patient, kind, and supportive, she is exceptionally experienced with young children motivating them to progress. She inspires respect, confidence and a love of piano in her students. They look forward to their lessons with her!" 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 Santa Monica classical piano lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Santa Monica area.
Jo Y.
My daughter is learning new skills so I really appreciate the time my teacher is spending to develop these new modalities while she is young. Highly recommend.
Traveling Music Lessons, CA
Steven N.
I contacted Matthew Witmer for viola lessons on the recommendation of listings for instructors in LA. When I met Matthew, although I had played keyboards and could read music, I had never played a string instrument. From the very start, Matthew was very patient. He also was very clear in giving directions. He's encouraging, and he's really good with people. I recommend him most highly!
Witmer Studios
Laura H.
I decided to take piano lessons in my senior citizen years after not having played since I was a child. Deborah's patience and encouragement during weekly lessons have given me great confidence. She guides me through each piece carefully focusing on techniques to help me improve. I also think her selection of music books and practice exercises are appropriate for my abilty. And , she gently challenges me with more difficult pieces as I become more comfortable and capable. I would highly recommend Deborah to anyone regardless of age who wants to learn how to play the piano .
Deborah Sealove Piano Lessons
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