About
My name is Rachel Blanding and I am a junior at UNC at Charlotte. I have been playing the piano since the age of 7. I started teaching piano lessons in 2017. I have students from as young as 5 years old to older adults. I have a specialized program for beginner students based on their age and interests. I also have teaching experience from tutoring 3rd graders in reading and college students in pre-calculus and chemistry. I started playing classical, but I am able to play any genre of music. I won the superior plus title for the South Carolina Piano Festival at the age of 9 and 11. At the age of 11 I stopped going to competition started playing as a hobby.
Playing the piano is a passion and hobby for me. Playing classical songs gave my the opportunity to escape reality, which helped me manage stress. I would love to share what I know with others.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When working with a new student I first assess their skill level. If they are a beginner I will go through a schedule and program based off of their age and interests. I have specialized programs for beginner children and adults. If the student has experience, I will offer a lesson to assess their skills and to determine which path best fits their needs.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Yes I do. For beginner and intermediate students I charge 25$ dollars for a one hour lesson, 21$ for a 45 minute lesson and 15$ for a 30 minute lesson. If you have multiple children or want multiple lessons I offer discounts accordingly. One of the discounts I offer are one hour sessions split up between two people for 25$. Lastly, my prices for intermediate to advanced students are slightly less.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with children as young as 5 years old. Normally I recommend children to start lesson no earlier than that age. I have worked with all ages from grade school children, college students, young adults, and older adults.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
When looking for lessons, don't take more than one and a half hour lessons a week. With piano lessons, the teacher is supposed to guide you and help you learn a piece. However, it is your responsibility to practice what you learn and perfect it before the next lesson. If you take more than one and a half hour lessons a week l, you are not giving yourself enough time to go home and master the piece. As a result, it can lead to you overpaying for lessons.