Frequently Asked Questions
What ages do you teach?
My students range from 2 to 78-years-old!
For young beginners, I usually recommend starting in kindergarten, but every child is different!
What levels do you teach?
All levels!
What curriculum do you use?
I use age-appropriate Bastien curriculum! We focus on reading music, theory, and technique. I also like my students to have one or two standalone pieces of their choice to master - anything from pop, classical, Disney, or hymns. For my teen and adult students, you will be playing so much in merely one lesson! You'll be amazed!
How often should I practice?
This is what I recommend for weekly practice times:
Students age 12 & under:
Your Age
x 2
= _____ minutes
4-5 days a week
Students age 12+:
30-40 minutes a day
5 days a week
I don't have a piano. Can I use a keyboard?
While I recommend an acoustic piano for practicing, some keyboards will be sufficient!
You will want to be sure your keyboard has the following specifications:
88-Keys
Weighted Keys
Touch Sensitive Keys
Sustain/Damper Pedal
Bench
Music Stand
Do you accept transfer students?
Yes! If you are looking to make a change, then please reach out to me. I’d love to have you join me!
Why is the piano the best instrument to learn first?
The piano is a foundational instrument and transfers so well to other instruments and singing!