A Fundamentally Sound Piano Education
Students at NY Piano School learn foundational principles that apply to any form of music-making. We teach note reading in the bass and treble clefs, how to play with good finger, hand, and arm technique, and how to sight read music (this is a teachable skill all on its own).
We also teach key signatures and time signatures. Students need to be able to play in 4/4 time as well as compound meter, and they must recognize easy keys like G major and tricky keys like C sharp minor. Note values, steady rhythm, and all of the other musical foundations come into play as well.
We also teach our students the basics of music theory, and as they progress at the piano, so will their understanding of the building blocks of music. We can discuss form, the differences between genres, chord progressions and inversions, and so much more. When all is said and done, we want our students to be well-rounded musicians, not just “pianists” who play notes on keys.
We Teach Children and Adults
Piano Lessons For Kids in Yonkers
We are happy to teach children, middle schoolers and teens, and whether you want to start your child on the piano, or build on musical knowledge they’ve already accumulated, we are happy to help.
With young children, we teach the basics of the piano while keeping things fun and engaging. We’ll use musical games, provide “off the bench” musical activities, and play duets with them to create a more musically fulfilling experience. We understand that every child is different, and we can use different methods, materials, exercises, and angles to find what makes your child click at the piano.
With teenage students, we are often helping them break through the intermediate plateau into truly advanced piano playing. This may require that we improve their technique (so they can play faster and more challenging passages), their reading to facilitate sight reading, their practice habits, or even their knowledge of music theory. We also use our deep knowledge of piano repertoire to find music that they love and can get excited about.
All things considered, we take a unique approach with every student. We don’t use any one particular method, and our grasp of piano literature, along with our experience as pianists, allows us to create a personalized learning experience.
Piano Lessons For Adults in Yonkers
We enjoy helping adult piano students learn to engage with their hobby at a deeper level. Some of our adult learners have prior piano experience, and some don’t – whatever your situation may be, please get in touch. We can help you learn specific pieces or genres, or we can help you play without tension, master music theory, or learn to play as a collaborative pianist. We will work with you to achieve your goals.
Enroll in In-Home Piano Lessons in Yonkers Today
Our teachers are highly experienced, and we play at a professional level. Whether you have a child interested in a music degree, or have the dream of playing your favorite Christmas songs at your next family gathering, we are here to help.