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Top 10 piano teachers in Philadelphia, PA

Students agree: these Philadelphia piano instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Bianca Sheng

Bianca Sheng

4+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Hello! I’m Bianca Sheng, a graduate piano student at Temple University in Philadelphia. I offer music theory and piano lessons tailored to your needs, whether you’re a beginner or have some experience. I have a passion for teaching, especially young children, and I am patient and encouraging. I am fluent in both English and Chinese and have three years of teaching experience, specializing in making learning engaging and enjoyable. My lessons are conducted on a Steinway grand piano, ensuring a high-quality learning experience. I offer both online and in-person lessons, and I can provide home lessons in the Philadelphia area. I teach students
Philadelphia Piano Lessons With Yale Graduate

Philadelphia Piano Lessons With Yale Graduate

5.0Exceptional(24)
1 hire on Lessons.com
7+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
S C. says, "I've really enjoyed lessons with Simon. I'm amazed how he can discover my problems quickly, even in a virtual setting. He's great at explaining the importance of focusing on these areas and his tailors his explanation to a beginner like me, making it easy to understand and motivate me to learn more. I like that he has a holistic approach to the lesson that is not just piano techniques but includes a digestible amount of music theory to improve my understanding of the music I'm playing. It's been super fun taking lessons with Simon and I highly recommend him." Read more
Curtain Call Music Lessons

Curtain Call Music Lessons

5.0Exceptional(5)
23 hires on Lessons.com
6+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Amanda R. says, " Tom is personable and my daughter is loving working with him! One month in and she, at 14, is so excited for lesson day, and is all smiles afterwards. I’m so glad we found Tom. I think her confidence and presence are already beginning to improve." Read more
Mindful Music, LLC

Mindful Music, LLC

5.0(2)
1 hire on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Bill P. says, "Jonathan is an excellent and highly knowledgeable teacher, and he immediately determined the areas where I needed the most work after assessing my skill set. I had played for decades, but developed only a very shallow understanding of notation, nuance, dynamics, and pedaling. Within a couple years, my technique and interest level in all things related to the piano increased dramatically. A great attribute of his program is the use of online lessons, which Jonathan refined during the Covid lockdowns - although skeptical at first, I found that the lessons through Zoom were almost as beneficial as actually being in his studio. He has developed unique teaching tools and applies them very effectively. Highly recommended for all levels of piano students. Bill P. " Read more
The Music Mastery

The Music Mastery

5.0(1)
45+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Kate M. says, "I'm currently learning & working with The Music Mastery. It's been an amazing journey over the past 5 years! I truly enjoyed everything⭐" Read more
Art Of Music

Art Of Music

Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
I have 21 years of music studies, including postgraduate study in Moscow Conservatory by P.I. Tchaikovsky. More than 40 years of teaching experience. Fun and creative atmosphere of the lessons make the educational process both enjoyable and efficient. Accept students of all ages. Special program for adults with quick results.
YL Piano

YL Piano

Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Yoni Levyatov, winner of the San Jose International Piano Competition, is recognized as a soloist and chamber artist with “an appealing electricity” (The New York Times). The Russian-born Israeli pianist and composer made his recital debut at the Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, and his New York City concerto debut as the winner of the Dora Zaslavsky Koch Competition performing the Schumann Piano Concerto under the baton of Philippe Entremont. He has also been heard with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, Manhattan Chamber Orchestra, the Bogota Philharmonic, Denver Brass, and the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas. His compositional oe...
Masterful Music By CJ

Masterful Music By CJ

15+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
You will be able to learn to proficiently perform in the piano, organ, or pipe organ all genres of Music. I teach from beginners to the advanced to reach your maximum goals. Students will also be allowed to select a genre that they like to begin their lessons.
Shins Piano

Shins Piano

25+ years in business
Serves Philadelphia, PA
Im a good teacher with a passion in helping students to achieve
Classical Piano Lessons With Concert Pianist

Classical Piano Lessons With Concert Pianist

5.0(3)
Serves Philadelphia, PA & Online
Elaine M. says, "When I decided to return to the piano after several decades away and a limited musical foundation, I knew I would need a highly experienced musician who had a broad musical background, great technical skills and an ability to discover where my skills were lacking and how to develop them step by step. I heard Katelyn perform on her online videos and found her to be an inspiring, dynamic performer. Her ability to teach and develop her student’s musical skills is equally exceptional. She has been able to pinpoint the areas of my faulty foundation and teach me how to build them accurately and then integrate these new skills into my daily practice. I am fascinated and inspired by at the breadth of knowledge and expertise she brings to each lesson. She supports her teaching with suggestions of further study which I find very helpful. My lessons are entirely online because I live in a different state, but online lessons have worked out very well for me. She provides a link so I can re-listen to our lesson, take notes, and even practice with the recording. I appreciate how Katelyn listens to my goals, plans my lessons to achieve them, and holds me accountable in a supportive, positive way. She has taught me how to successfully utilize my practice time which has resulted in significant progress this year. One of my goals is to learn music theory, so she skillfully weaves that into the lessons. My love for music has flourished under her excellent tutelage. I highly recommend Katelyn as she is more than a piano teacher as she brings her extensive breadth of expertise, training and experience to shape each lesson. " Read more

Your Piano Lessons questions, answered

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 Philadelphia piano teachers

Recent success stories from people in the Philadelphia area.
Jenna P.
For context, I started playing piano around age 11, and now as an adult I am working with Simon to improve my playing. I really appreciate Simon’s creative yet rigorous teaching style. He tailors his teaching to address the goals I have communicated while using his professional acumen to see all the technical improvements I need to make. He immediately comes up with exercises and pieces that can help me to address a bad habit or to understand a technical concept that I am struggling with. I definitely recommend Simon as a piano teacher.
Philadelphia Piano Lessons with Yale Graduate
April T.
Very good with my kids, very knowledgeable, very easy to work with
Curtain Call Music Lessons
William H.
My first interview with Jonathan went well, my granddaughter responded well to him. Jonathan took the time to explain how he plans to teach her, this I found to be very professional.
Mindful Music, LLC
Desee V.
The lessons are more than just technique. You learn a mental and physical connection to the music which really engages my son.
Classical Piano Lessons with concert pianist
Daphne K.
My kids started taking piano lessons with Kathryn a couple years ago. They have different learning styles and were at different levels but Kathryn could identify what they need to work on and engage them quickly. We observed noticeable improvement in their skills and sight reading after just a few weeks. The online piano and theory lessons are equally engaging and my kids are enjoying the classes as usual and showing amazing progress.
Kathryn Woodard
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