If you’ve ever tried getting your child to a piano lesson across D.C. traffic after a long day of school and work, you already know: studio lessons can be a logistical nightmare. Between parking struggles, tight schedules, and unpredictable weather, many D.C.-area families are turning to a more flexible, family-friendly alternative—in-home piano lessons in D.C.
Every piano teacher has preferences on which piano methods to use for each age group, and as a piano teacher living in D.C., I definitely have my top picks for young beginners. After years of experience, I have compiled my own hybrid method that draws from the top piano curriculum resources to create a personalized
It’s a bit of a cliché to say this, but I love to listen to music. You could safely assume that all musicians love to listen to music, but you might not know that it can be a really challenging thing to do. It’s a skill you can practice and improve upon. My ability to
As a team of active private music teachers, we’re always looking for ways to help our beginner students practice more effectively—and enjoy the process too. One of our favorite music practice structure tips is a simple routine we call: Something Old, Something New, Something Fast, Something Slow. This structure isn’t just catchy—it’s incredibly effective. By
