Preschool Piano Lessons
Why begin piano in preschool?
Numerous studies reveal the piano to be a powerful tool for developing mathematical thinking. A “window of opportunity” exists during the preschool years, when learning the piano can facilitate neural connections in the brain needed for mathematical and spacial understanding later in life.
Our preschool curriculum is designed to create an encouraging first experience in music lessons, which is critical to your child’s long-term enjoyment of the piano. Our program is specifically tailored to meet the needs of preschool aged children (ages 3-5) and to ensure that their first music lesson experience is both positive and enjoyable.
How do preschool lessons work?
Lessons are conducted one-on-one, in 30-minute weekly sessions. Our preschool program continues over the span of three books (30 lessons). On average, it will take a “school year” to complete the program. Graduates of our preschool program are ready to move into the primer level method books.
How much do lessons cost?
Our school runs on a term basis, with 18 lessons offered to each student over the 5-month term. Monthly tuition payments are $122.80, which covers eighteen 30-minute weekly lessons, recital fees, our Tonara practice app, and The Musical Ladder System. We do not charge registration fees. You will be responsible for purchasing the three books of the series from Amazon, which are about $14 each.
How will I know my child is ready for preschool piano lessons?
Preschool piano lessons are for children ages 3-5, a wonderful time of rapid development and change. We want your child to learn and grow with us and feel successful at the piano.
Readiness for piano lessons can vary from student to student. Consider the following when assessing whether your child is ready to begin piano lessons:
- Does your child show interest in the piano?
- Does he/she like listening and moving to music?
- Is he/she excited about the prospect of piano lessons?
- Is your child comfortable being away from you for short periods of time?
- Does your child know the difference between “banging” on the piano keys vs playing “softly”?
- Does your child respond well to questions asked by adults other than his parents?
- Does your child sit and listen to stories with interest?
- Is your child easily brought back to task when needed?
- Can your child speak clearly and make himself understood in most situations?
- Can your child wiggle only his thumbs or only his index fingers when asked?
- Can your child hold a pencil or crayon?
- Is your child toilet trained?
- Can your child follow two-part directions when asked? (for example, “Use your right hand to pick up the toy and put it on the table”)
- Can your child focus on a single task for 5-minute intervals?
- Do you have a piano or adequate keyboard at home?
- Will you be able to make the time to sit with your child regularly to assist with home piano time? Preschool piano students need their parents to help them at home every day.
- Do you have the ability to bring your child to lessons regularly?
If you found yourself answering “no” or “not yet” to most of these questions, you may want to wait a few months before beginning piano lessons. If you’re not sure, bring your child in for a free trial lesson. If your child isn’t ready for lessons yet, we will be happy to offer you another free trial lesson at a later time. Remember, children grow and develop rapidly. If your child isn’t ready for lessons right now, most likely they will be ready very soon.
