| When do lessons begin? Can I start now? Lessons can begin any time during the year. You can even start in the summer -- a great way to alleviate summer-vacation boredom!
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| Do you accept adult students? (Am I too old to begin piano lessons?) Even if you have never studied music before, it is not too late to begin lessons. Often, adult students pick up the ability to read music in a relatively short amount of time. Lessons can be tailored specifically to the needs of an adult student, including lesson pace, materials, performance opportunities, and lesson time slots.
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| How often would we meet for lessons? Lessons are given weekly. Your lesson time will be for the same day and time each week, with the exception of planned studio holidays and during your summer vacation.
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| What piano method book do you use in your lessons? For beginners: During the complimentary studio interview, the instructor asks questions to help assess what method book is most appropriate. Age, musical interests and prior musical knowledge are some of the factors that influence which method book is selected for a student. Right now students work out of a variety of books.
With transfer students: Initially, transfer students are allowed to work out of the book they were using when they last had lessons. Time is spent reviewing what was learned in the past and "filling in the gaps" when necessary. Sometimes we will decide that the method book is a good fit, and we keep it. Often, we will decide on a new method that better suits the student and his or her musical goals.
The important thing is that lessons are tailored to each individual student's needs, no matter what method book is used, I will supplement it with original compositions, music worksheets, pieces selected from other method books, and sheet music that the student helps select.
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| I would like to purchase a piano. What do I need to know? Please refer to the Piano Technicians Guild. These are the real experts and they can tell you everything you need to know about selecting and purchasing a new or used piano. When looking at a used piano, have a technician fully inspect it before you agree to purchase it. Good luck in your search!
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| What is the format of a typical lesson? Beginners - Early-Intermediate: During a typical 45 minute lesson, a student will play one or two pieces assigned the previous week, will learn or review a new skill or concept, will do a short sight-reading exercise, and will begin a new piece or pieces. Other activities may include computer activities (music theory games, ear training, composition), rhythmic exercises, flash cards for notes and musical symbols, playing by ear, and improvising at the piano. The pace of the lesson will vary from student to student, depending on age, ability, and lesson length.
Advanced: Advanced pieces are generally longer and more complex, requiring more lesson time for playing and discussion. Sixty-minute lessons provide the flexibility needed for learning these longer pieces and still allow time for ear training, theory, and composition activities.
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I am interested in lessons. What do I do next?
It's very simple. Either call (859) 539-7497 or send e-mail to lessons@pianolex.com. On the phone or through e-mail, we will discuss your musical interests, what you would like to achieve through piano or horn lessons, the studio schedule and any additional questions you may have. You may also be invited to a private audition/interview at the studio.
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