Denver, CO Classical Piano Lessons

Classical Piano is vital for all aspects of learning both keyboard and piano. As soon as possible I introduce the great periods of Music, from Baroque to the present day. The great masters help students to be better musicians through the discipline of music.

As a composer and classical singer, I have been trained in piano, including private studies for 4 years. I don't consider myself a Pianist but I am legitimately qualified to iniciate beginners into a solid technique, developing the student's musical alphabetization and imagination to an intermediate level.

Students will work towards learning music by the great classical composers such as Mozart, Bach, Haydn, Beethoven, Kabalevsky, Schubert, Grieg and many more! In addition to classical studies, we will visit other genres of music including Jazz, Blues, Folk, Pop, etc. However, creating a classical foundation is fundamental and essential to developing proper technique and artistry.

Introductory lessons into piano playing and basic music theory and knowledge.

I have studied piano technique and repertoire since childhood. Both child and adult students can expect to learn proper fingering and practice technique, through age-appropriate methods in a relaxed and fun environment. Student will also come away with a basic knowledge of music theory, which is vital for understanding the piano and its repertoire.

In addition to the basic drills and technique studies, I always make a point to include popular songs to reinforce the basics, and make each lesson enjoyable and productive.

Can you imagine being able to play the piano, even complex and virtuosic music, with ease and effortless musicality? Believe it or not, it is possible!

Playing the piano with good technique and understanding can produce the most amazing music without straining, pain, difficulty or struggling while playing; and yes, you can do it too! This is what I teach my students so they are able to enjoy their playing and not feel like they're not making progress or that they're just going through the motions. There is a way to play the piano that makes it efficient and enjoyable, and I incorporate these ideas directly into the pieces the student wants to work on. I work with classical and contemporary piano music as well as theory, composition and piano technique, all of which help make piano playing as excellent as it can be! Check out my videos (below) and YT channel to see effortless playing at work!

I will work with the student on how to practice the concepts needed for each piece and ...

Taking it back to what our music was built upon, we’ll focus on the various techniques of classical piano while learning how to read and understand the foreign language we like to call music. We’ll go on a journey of learning notes, scales, chords, rhythms, dynamics, and everything else you’ll need to make those little dots on the page become music. Once we master the basics, we’ll be able to discover and learn music created by the masters themselves—Beethoven, Mozart, Bach, Chopin, Debussy, and many, many more.

With more than 35 years professional experience both performing and teaching, I understand what it takes to become comfortable and confident at the keyboard while having fun along the way. Every student has unique goals and abilities and I love matching their special talents to the methods and techniques that will help them feel successful and develop their love and appreciation for music.

Hello! My name is Olivia R. and I am currently a Master's student in Piano Teaching and Performance at CU Boulder.

Teaching piano is something that I love. I have taught for 7 years now in both Nashville, TN (Music City) and Little Rock, AR. My students have ranged from ages 5 to 15. Classical piano is my specialty, but I also enjoy teaching jazz, pop, and ensemble piano. I am currently employed at the Parlando School for the Arts in Boulder and teach there on a weekly basis.

As a music student and teacher, I value the qualities of hard work and excellence while also encouraging my students to never forget that music is fun and inspirational! For me, educating others in music is a way I hope to contribute positively to my local community. Being given the opportunity to share music and inspire those around me through it is a tremendous gift and privilege that I do not take for granted.

I believe that music is not only enriching for the soul but also a life enhancement that builds confidence, self-discipline, and problem-solving skills for people of all ages. I always strive to be inclusive, patient, playful, and flexible, thus creating a safe and welcoming learning environment that supports each students’ individual self-expression.

Each lesson will incorporate ear training, theory, sight reading, practice tools, composition, and improvisation – skills that endure for a lifetime.

Learning any skill requires patience and discipline. I require all students to practice thirty minutes a day which you'll be tracking in your practice and goal journal. The type of practicing depends on what you seek to accomplish. Invest in yourself by earning a little every day, and you will always see improvement.