The piano is one of the most popular instruments, because it is versatile and relatively easy to learn. The piano also can provide an excellent foundation for other instruments and helps with understanding music theory in general. The knowledge acquired while studying the piano will apply to all other instruments, from stringed instruments, such as the guitar to wind instruments like the saxophone, for example. The logical and clear lay-out of the piano also creates a great visual connection of the written notes to the sounds heard.

As with all other instruments, the basics are important when starting to learn the piano. In the first piano lessons, the student will be acquainted with piano techniques, body, hand and wrist posture, and the principle of correct piano fingering. Learning the right piano fingering will allow the student to play more smoothly and move around the keys with more ease.

Practicing arpeggios, chords, scales and other basic exercises will “warm up” the student’s hands, wrists and fingers and increase dexterity, strength and stamina. Early on, choosing to learn the right songs can be an important step to keep the student motivated – of course, there is not a set of “right” songs for every student. Picking songs that are easy to play and excite the student offer the best way forward and can insure that the student practices and learns with joy, which helps the learning process.

Private Piano Classes

Private piano classes offer a great opportunity to learn the instrument quickly and in- depth and reap the best results. Developing a tailored approach for each individual student will quicken the pace of mastering the instrument, take the studies more in-depth and simply make learning music more fun.

The best piano teachers will help to identify the strengths of the individual student quickly and develop an organic approach by applying tried and tested methods on the one hand, and, on the other hand, by letting the student guide and lead by encouraging him/her to take an active role. If, for example, a student learns songs easier by ear than by sight, the teacher can encourage that aspect first and later hone in more on sight-reading. Both exemplify different sides of what produces a well-rounded pianist and musician as the end result.

Private Piano Lessons In Los Angeles

When a private music teacher comes to your house it is a privilege – Yes, I mean that it is a privilege for the student to take lessons, but I also feel that it is the greater privilege for the teacher to be allowed into the house and to bring music to a student. I do not take that  opportunity lightly and am grateful to be allowed to guide students through their progress – many of them for years. I will be happy to come to your house in areas ranging from Malibu to Venice, and from the Pacific Palisades to Hollywood.