Shimizu Piano Studio--Expert Teaching, Fun Learning
About
LESSONS KIDS LOVE! At Shimizu Piano Studio, students are taught foundational piano skills, with lessons customized for them and their interests! Principles are reinforced through fun games. Students are given opportunities for performance, improvisation, sight-reading, ear training, and more. Mrs. Shimizu has taught for 7+ years and performed for 30+ years. Please also check out the Studio website: www.ShimizuPiano.weebly.com
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
New students are offered a free initial consultation to assess their interests and current piano skills. The teacher then choosees and customized a curriculum for that student.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
While completing her Doctor of Pharmacy degree, the teacher also earned a minor in Music Performance.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Half hour lessons for Preschool-level 1 students are $84 monthly; 45-minute lessons for level 2+ students are $109 monthly. The teaching year is September-May.
How did you get started teaching?
By popular demand from neighbors, Mrs. Shimizu began teaching piano. It has developed into her passion!
What types of students have you worked with?
The teacher has worked with preschool-teenaged students.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Mrs. Shimizu advises prospective students to look for a teacher who has ~your~ best interests in mind--after all, music education is the student's journey. A teacher has special insight, but should always consider the student's abilities and interests when deciding how and what to teach.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Questions students may ask include how much practice is required, what kind of instrument to practice on, and what makes the teacher unique.