Piano

Piano is one of the most popular instruments to learn, offering immediate satisfaction—press a key, get a note. The piano's layout makes music theory visible, helping students understand harmony and composition.

Piano playing develops coordination (each hand doing different things), reading skills (following musical notation), and ear training. It's a foundation for understanding all Western music and a lifelong source of creative expression.

The piano was invented around 1700 in Italy, evolving from earlier keyboard instruments like the harpsichord. It quickly became central to Western music, with composers from Mozart to Chopin to Elton John writing for the instrument.

Piano teaching has developed sophisticated pedagogical methods. Today's students benefit from centuries of refinement in how the instrument is taught, with methods ranging from classical to jazz to contemporary styles.

Piano lessons typically start with basics: hand position, simple melodies, reading notes. Progress depends on practice—students who practice regularly advance faster.

Lessons are usually 30-60 minutes, one-on-one with a teacher. Some studios offer group classes for beginners. You'll need access to a piano or keyboard for home practice; many students start with affordable digital keyboards.

Adults often worry they're too old to learn piano. While children may learn faster, adults bring advantages: discipline, motivation, and life experience that enriches musical interpretation.