North Austin Piano Studio
About
Weekly lessons generally last 30 minutes for beginners, and should increase to 45 or 60 minutes as the student progresses (over several years) to intermediate and advanced skill levels.
Lessons include reviewing progress on last week’s assignments, working to improve those tasks, and building new abilities. Lessons may also include practice “games”, improvisation/free play, ear training, technique-building (scales, etc.), listening to recordings or watching videos of master performers, and using music education apps.
At the end of a lesson, my notes are emailed to the parent or adult student so the student knows what was covered and what to practice for next time. For young students, parents are encouraged to attend the lessons to observe and take notes for home practice.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I accept students of all ages and skill levels, from age 4 to adult. For very young ones, I tend to use the Suzuki approach which involves a lot of listening and learning by ear and by rote. When they are ready I introduce the reading component. For students with some prior experience I like to use the Celebration Series anthology for repertoire. For older beginners - teens and adults - I enjoy the Hal Leonard Adult Piano book. Lessons also cover piano technique, theory and the occasional improvisation activity.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Master of Piano Performance and have been teaching for over 15 years.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Lessons are $30 each and are billed on the first of the month for the lessons in that month.