Wake Forest, NC Piano Lessons

Student lessons are designed and planned according to the his or her knowledge of music and level of playing as the student progresses. I teach the very beginner and those who have advanced in their playing.

I teach piano students of all ages and tailor the curriculum to fit each student. Whether you want to learn the basics, a specific piece, prepare for a recital/competition, or just be able to play for your own enjoyment, our lessons will fit your goals.

Tickling the ivories doesn't have to be scary! Gain a solid foundation in basic two-hand piano skills. Learn some basic music theory, including how to read notes, rhythms, and musical symbols on a staff. These beginner lessons will give a student the ability to teach themselves to play the beginning music they find at the music store, and eventually to accompany themselves as they sing.

Please Note: Online students must have access to Students will need access to a piano or adequate electric keyboard (longer than four octaves), which they can play during the lesson.

Beginner to intermediate can teach classical or jazz.

Expert Piano Instruction by Ivy-League and Conservatory Trained Steinway Artist, for serious students ages 10-18 years old and adults.

*I recommend hour-long lessons for students over 10.

A basic lesson begins with a few minutes of warm-ups followed by songs progressing from the lesson book being used, one or two songs the student likes from whatever genre he/she enjoys playing, and we end with a sight read. My lessons include some music theory and note reading/writing, and at times a brief bit of history behind each composer and/or composition. This helps the student better comprehend music in order to make song writing and performing simpler.
For children under 9, in particular, some of these lesson aspects are relaxed. Regardless of student age, my goal as an educator is to make these lessons as fun as possible for you or your child while progressing at your own comfortable pace. Retention is more difficult when you're not enjoying what you're learning.

College Course Experience Include
Fundamentals of Music
Music Theory I & II
Music Theory Lab I & II
Private Piano
Concert Choir
Applied Music
Intro ...

I have studied piano for a few years, have the experience of teaching private lessons to beginners. The past year only, I have taught 15 beginners from the age of 5 to 60.
With beginners, I tend to put my focus on teaching fundamental notions such as being able to read music notes and understanding rhythm; two elements that are essential to be able to play the piano. And within a few weeks, I can make anyone play piano following a music score !

I've been teaching Piano for 7 years. I teach a variety of skills, including ear training (playing by ear), reading/sightreading, dictation/transcription, and more! I specialize in classical, jazz, and gospel music, typically use Faber books for my beginning kids, and have the following tools available for your first lessons: notebook, paper, page protectors, and pencils. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!

A little bit about my teaching style: I’m classically trained jazz pianist and my teaching method caries the structure of traditional piano lessons as I remain open towards each student's individual way of learning, passion for music, and creativity. In my lessons students would come across genres such as classical, jazz, folk, rock, and other styles.

I graduated from NYU, and earned a Master degree in Music Performance. I've been teaching Piano and Flute since I was in college. My students are ranging from 3 years old to 50 years old. And now, I am teaching at Cary School of Music, I have rich experiences to teach students. I always create different teaching and practicing strategies/methods for different students. I usually combine piano/ flute lessons with music theory, I teach music theory as well as piano and flute lessons while we're having lessons.

As a professional performer, I know how to train my students into a music professionals. However, my students will not feel much pressure to be a music professionals, because I want y students to learn it happily with a high music level standards.