Piano Studio Of Margaret Burr

Piano Studio Of Margaret Burr

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About

I have been teaching piano now since 2004; I have taught in both Maryland and Utah, and have experience teaching all levels and all ages. I have a degree in piano performance from Utah Valley University. I'm a certified member of MTNA, and a member of the UVU chapter of the Utah Music Teachers Association. I'm also part of a local organization called Encore, which offers performing opportunities and fun piano events for students in the area. I love all genres of piano music and encourage my students to learn a variety of styles. Please visit my website at margaretburrpiano.com for more information.

I love teaching one-on-one and watching each student discover individual strengths and gifts they already possess, then develop them over time. I am inspired by the vast array of beautiful piano music from all over the world and love to share it and watch my students fall in love with it too. I also enjoy teaching occasional group classes in my studio. I love having recitals twice a year where my students can shine as they perform the pieces they've been working on for friends and family.


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Hired 2 times
20 years in business
Serves Orem , UT

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Gaven S.

Awesome teacher, and person. As long as you communicate with what youre working towards, shell help you the best she can. She helped me understand Jazz a lot better, which was super fun.
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May 24, 2017

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Amy R.

I have a 12 year old son who struggled to learn a piece. It just wasnt working. She tried a different method and he got it in a week! Hes a kid who struggles in so many areas, but he looks forward to piano each week, and hes 12! She tries to make the experience and music interesting so the students want to engage.
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May 23, 2017

Frequently asked questions

I like to get to know new students by finding out what kind of music they listen to, what they are interested in learning, and what they have already worked on if they have previous experience on the piano.  I try to get a feel for their learning style, i.e., visual, aural, kinesthetic, or a combination, so that I can personalize my teaching method for them.  I'll have them bring any music they have plus a notebook, then I'll get them started with appropriate-level exercises they can work on throughout the week.  I have plenty of music they can choose from if they'd like, or I will tell them what I recommend they buy online or at a music store.

I have a bachelor's degree in piano performance from Utah Valley University.  As part of my degree program, I studied piano pedagogy and had hands-on training with teaching both children and adults, beginners through advanced college-level piano students.

I am also MTNA certified and belong to my local chapter of the Utah Music Teachers Association.

Yes, I charge $70 per single student, $60 each for two students from the same household/family, and $50 each for three or more students.

I began teaching in 2004 in Waldorf, Maryland, and continued when I moved to Arnold, MD in 2008.  Following a move to Orem, Utah, I began a new piano studio in 2013, and have built it up since then.

My youngest students started when they were 5, some couldn't quite read yet.  My oldest so far is in her 30's, a mom with several children.  I've also taught college students.  Most are elementary and high school aged students.  I've taught many beginners as their very first teacher, but most of my students have come to me from another teacher. 

Some of my students have learning challenges such as ADD and autism.  I have students that are primarily visual learners, others that learn best by ear, and some who rely on muscle memory as their strongest learning suit.

I was very proud of several of my students who received superior ratings and prizes at the recent Encore Solo Festival in February 2017.  I love listening to my students play whenever they perform in festivals, competitions, or recitals.

Look for a teacher who is open-minded, who uses a variety of resources, methods, and ideas, and is not stuck in a rut of using the same books, pieces, and methods for every student for years on end.  An important quality of a great teacher is the ability to inspire confidence in self and love for the piano in his/her students.

Can I obtain a good keyboard or piano to practice on daily, and commit to practicing regularly?

Keeping in mind that people generally get what they pay for, am I willing to pay a teacher what he/she is worth?

What are my short and long term goals for learning to play the piano?


Services offered

Piano