Piano Lesson

Piano is an excellent instrument to choose if you are unsure what you want to play.

It is not only an amazing instrument but is also a great foundation instrument to learn in preparation for any other musical study.

Beginner piano students normally start with private 30 minute lessons and use an introductory method book that teaches them basic concepts and music reading skills.

Teachers guide students through these books as well as supplement development with appropriate technical exercises, theory and musical knowledge.

After learning the basics, students may branch out to classical, pop, jazz, improv, etc. Many choose to participate in the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) examinations and/or Ottawa Music Festival competitions.

We normally accept piano students as young as five years old, but three or four year olds who can focus long enough can have 15 minute private lessons or participate in 30 minute group lessons.

We also accept adult students. As our students progress, their lessons may lengthen to 45 and 60 minutes.

The best type of instrument for piano students is an acoustic piano (either upright or grand) because it helps to develop finger strength as well as provides the foundation for healthy technique.

However, many of our students begin their studies on an electronic keyboard because keyboards are more compact, less expensive and they can be played with headphones.

Electronic keyboards are adequate for young students to learn their way around the keyboard and how to read music.

Keyboards with touch sensitivity (must have 88 keys) are best to learn on.