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 Nashville piano teachers
Recent success stories from people in the Nashville area.
Frankie A.
I had an incredibly positive experience with TML. Their expertise, patience, and adaptability made each lesson enjoyable and educational. My teacher created a comfortable and fun learning environment, fostering a love for playing the guitar. I appreciated their versatility, guiding me through various genres and enhancing my overall musical understanding. Communication was open and constructive, making the learning process collaborative and rewarding. I highly recommend TML to anyone seeking an exceptional guitar instructor.
Traveling Music Lessons
Art H.
Both my sons take drum lessons from Lael. He was recommended to us by a local music teacher. They absolutely love it. They have learned so much and look forward to their lesson each week. Lael makes it fun and engaging. I can’t say enough good things about what he gives to the experience of learning. I would highly recommend him.
DPV Music Lessons
Malika S W.
Andrea’s teaching style is fun, engaging and energetic. Her passion for teaching music is real and sincere. A true JOY to work with.
The Allegro Music. Art, & Tech Academy
Don S.
Shane is an excellent teacher. I have taken guitar off and on since I was a teenager. I must say he is one of the best teachers I have had. He is extremely knowledgeable about the guitar and music in general and he shares that knowledge with his students. I appreciate that he is very professional and works patiently with me. I highly recommend him for any age person that has a desire to learn how to play the guitar!
Green Hills Guitar Studio
Monterio S.
Mr. Petters pushes me to get better every lesson he believes in me he is very encouraging and you can tell he loves what he does for a living
LSAP MUSIC
Selah T.
Daniel Piano is a great teacher who not only helped me in my technique, but in my listening/voicing abilities as well. His overall musicality is evident in his teaching! Will continue to recommend Daniel Piano!
Daniel Piano
Ed M.
I have been working with Mark as an adult for about two years and am thrilled with the progress he has helped me to achieve. Having previously taken 7+ years of on-again, off-again lessons as both a child and an adult, I was forever frustrated that I knew technically "how to play" the piano; but, practically speaking, I couldn't really play anything that interested me very well at all. Mark quickly got to the bottom of that and taught me what I never learned before... "how to practice"!!!
He patiently and encouragingly broke everything down with me to the most basic of practice steps to master each song one layer and measure at a time. For me, everything else failed, but this is working. We've gotten through Claire de' Lune are now rounding the corner with Beethoven's Pathetique. Thank you, Mark!
SilverMine Music Studios / Mark Sorrells Piano Teacher
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