Chicago, IL Classical Piano Lessons

I do believe that classical piano instruction is the best way for anyone to learn how to play an instrument. Individual instruction encourages the growth of excellent music skills, and provides a foundation for music literacy. I will develop individualized programs for piano study, offering instruction that best suits the student. Private lessons can offer flexibility to learn the type of music students are personally the most interested in.

Experienced piano teacher of 10 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of music theory, sight reading, technique, and stylistic skills. I specialize in classical and accompaniment, Faber Piano Adventures piano series and a wide array of repertoire books, and also have the following tools available to use during lessons: piano, extensive musical library, iPad with YouTube and numerous other musical apps, quarterly group lessons, bi-annual recitals.

I love teaching and playing piano, and would love to share my passion with you!

For children, I prefer the Piano Adventure Series, and for adults I use Alfred.

Read my profile carefully before you sign up with me. Classical Piano is for dedicated, serious students. Not so serious? Take Piano, if you own one and you will actually practice, or Music Theory if not. Classical Piano is standard technical exercises, with an emphasis on learning how to sight read in rhythm and recognizing concert repertoire. The student may set a goal or aspiration to be kept in mind while creating lesson plans and choosing methods. Introduction to Basic Improvisation is often used as a motivational reward for technical progress. If you can sightread Clementi, or you've played in competition, look for a more advanced teacher.

For the past two years, my focus in my music studies has been primarily in classical piano. A few of the composers whose works I have had the great pleasure of practicing as well as studying in depth have been: Johann Sebastian Bach, Claude Debussy, Edvard Grieg, and Franz Joseph Haydn.

Your piano lessons will be focused upon helping you reach your goals, learn piano technique, and explore music of interest to you taught by an experienced music teacher. Using a variety of resources, you will develop technique, musicianship, and knowledge of music theory, composition, music history, and world music. Studio concerts, family field trips, and workshops are offered throughout the year. I hold bachelors and masters degrees in music education as well as an Indiana Professional Educator License in Music. I have been teaching music lessons for 17 years. Contact me today to learn how I can help you reach your goals!

Classical music starts on the page and ends in your heart. I can teach you to read musical notation, work on hand independence and coordination. Through theory and ear training, you won't just perform the music, you'll understand it.

First time playing piano? Resuming after years (decades?) of not playing the piano? No matter your age or experience, you can always learn and improve!

Pop songs, jazz ballads, classical pieces, or movie/game themes, there must be something you are interested in playing and get better!

 It's NEVER too late to start learning piano.

I focus on the fundamentals (technique, sightreading, playing by ear) to prepare all my students to tackle any pieces they want, whether it's classical, pop, jazz, ragtime.

A passionate advocate for empowered music making, my purpose is to empower creators of various ages and stages to make their best art. I have been teaching private piano lessons for 14 years. A flexible teacher who values experimentation, continuous learning, and artistic freedom, I cater my approach to each student's unique needs.