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 Methuen piano teachers
Recent success stories from people in the Methuen area.
Mark S.
Tobin's guided, therapeutic drawing/sketching course helped me access my unconscious and reconnect with my Spirit in a stronger way.
Singingland Studios
Joe N.
I was a self-taught guitarist with moderate skills looking to take my skills to the next level. Being able to write, play, and understand the why behind a guitar solo was one of my goals. I have completely met and surpassed all expectations with my guitar lessons with the Wolfman. He has the teaching experience to give me the tools and knowledge to elevate my guitar playing, and overall musicianship to a level that makes me feel confident playing rock, blues, and jazz. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate guitarist, Wolfman has a program to get you to where you want to be and then some. Week in and week out I was given new tools, theory, and overall experience to bring to my own music and create new and more complex music than anything I have ever written before.
Wolfman's School of Music
Denise B.
My story: About 8 years ago I decided I wanted to learn to sing. I found Robins Music Studio and Robin Hudson on line.
I explained to Robin that I thought I was tone dear and could not read music. I have a handicap of being blind in one eye and poor vision in the other.
Robin assured me that she could teach me to sing.
She has to be the most patient person I ever met. Each lesson she would spend a little extra time with me. Always encouraging and inspiring me -- and finding new ways to help me reach my goals. Week after week she would enlarge my music so I could read it. She would sing in my ear so I could hear how the notes went. We would clap our hands and tap our feet to learn rhythms of each song. Whatever help I needed, Robin found a way to help me.
I fee Robin went above and beyond knowing how badly I wanted to sing!
She is an incredible and amazing teacher that gives from her heart to each of her students.
During recital I have witnessed how her other students have grown. The Youth Choir at our church is being taught by Robin and they sing and play handbells at the same time! She has also taught two young ladies how to play the xylophone!
Robin has enriched my life tremendously and I recommend her highly.
Denise Bellerose
Robin's Music Studio
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