Piano Lessons

What types of lessons are offered?

I teach group piano lessons and private piano lessons. 

What are the prerequisites for taking piano lessons with Miss Kim?

Students who study piano with Miss Kim are most successful if they first have the basics of regular reading down. If they are able to read beginning reader books independently, then they are ready to take on the additional challenge of learning to read music!

If you are unsure of your child's reading ability, contact me and I can help you figure it out.

What are the required books?

I use Alfred's basic piano library. All students will need the Technic, Lesson, Recital, Theory, and Ensemble books for their level. Additional books and materials will be added depending on the needs and abilities of each class.

What is the cost?

Monthly tuition (billed September-May) is $80. There is also an annual per family registration fee of $15. This is due upon initial registration and then yearly in August. There is also an annual $75 materials fee.

The materials fee covers the required piano books and the cost for me to create or purchase any other learning materials for your child. If you already have the required piano books, you will be discounted the cost of those books. 

Why group piano lessons?

Many pianists lack the ability of playing with a group, and I do not want my students to be among those. Another reason is that learning theory, ear training, or other musical skills are simply more fun when there are more students and games can be played as part of the learning process. 

How big are your classes?

Most classes are small, with 2-3 being a typical class size. All classes would be maxed at 4 students.

How long are the lessons?

Group piano classes meet once per week for 1 hour. Private lessons are once per week for 30 minutes.

What is the format of the group class?

Each class begins with each student passing of their previous week's songs. These will be done in individual conferences. When not in conference, students will have the opportunity to practice on a keyboard with headphones or work on individual theory or composition. Once the conferences are completed, students come together for lesson time. This is where students learn new theory, composition, analyzing, work on ear training, and play games. Then we move to the keyboards to practice some ensemble playing. We finish with individual student performances. 

 Still have a question? I'd love to hear from you!