Children are all different, and develop at their own unique pace. Here are a couple of questions to ask when assessing whether your child is ready for group piano classes. If you can answer ‘yes’ to both of these questions, chances are good that your child is ready for piano class:

• My child is able to listen and follow instructions

• My child is willing to try new activities

I’m always happy to talk through this with you and recommend the best class for your child.

These classes do require at-home practice to be successful. A parent or caregiver should be available along with the student for short practice sessions (5-10 minutes) a few times a week.

Short and regular visits to the piano help children build confidence, reinforce class activities, and stay excited about learning.

At the end of each class, families receive a detailed weekly practice guide outlining exactly what to review at home.
Any teacher notes or updates will be communicated clearly so practice always feels manageable and supportive.

For students to be successful, you’ll need at least an 88-key weighted keyboard at home. This ensures children can practice with proper touch and technique.

Below are several budget-friendly beginner options (all available on Amazon):

• Mustar MDP-1200 – starting at $269

• AODSK S-200 – starting at $278.99

• STRICH SDP-100 – starting at $229.99

If you’re able to invest in a higher-quality instrument (highly recommended for long-term study), you can often find excellent used instruments on Facebook Marketplace, local music stores, or Craigslist.

Recommended models include:

• Casio Privia – from $899

• Yamaha YDP-165 Arius Series (digital console) – from $1,799.99

• Roland FP-30X (with stand & 3-pedal unit) – from $979

If you’d like help selecting an instrument, I’m always glad to offer guidance.

Absolutely. Three-year-olds often learn through short bursts of focus, movement, imitation, and exploration. At this age, progress is measured through:

• Listening skills

• Body awareness and coordination

• Comfort at the keyboard

• Recognizing patterns

• Building confidence

Many concepts are introduced playfully and revisited often allowing young learners to absorb music naturally and joyfully.

Because group chemistry greatly affects the learning experience, I take care to match students thoughtfully by:

• Age

• Developmental readiness

• Personality

• Learning style

• Attention patterns

Classes are built based on interest, availability, and best fit for each child.

Current preferred group times:

• Wednesday afternoons

• Thursday afternoons

• Friday morning

Additional sections may be added based on interest and availability.

Group classes run on a semester schedule, and enrollment for the full term is encouraged so students can follow the complete curriculum arc.

Semester 1: September 8 - January 30
Semester 2: February 1 - June 13

Classes are 45 minutes, which gives young children enough time to stay engaged while moving through a variety of musical activities. A typical class includes a hello song, rhythm rhyme, a follow-the-leader piece, improvisation, a simple song, a rote piano piece, a musical game, rhythm tap-backs, a brief listening activity, and a goodbye song.