The Piano Academy offers beginning group piano classes as well as private piano lessons.
The beginning group piano classes are designed to start beginners of any age in a group setting for two years (or four terms). After these important four terms, the student is ready to 'graduate' into private piano lessons. Beginning piano students may opt to take private lessons, but are encouraged to start in a group setting.
Private piano lessons offer focused, individualized instruction given by a master teacher and serve to further develop the students' piano technique and repertoire.
Are you interested in studying an instrument other than piano? Check out our many Programs of Study at the Greater Richmond School of Music.
Programs Offered
Below is a list of the piano programs offered for study. Click on a link for more information.
- Beginning Group Piano Classes
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Young Musician (ages 3-5)
Keyboard Musician (ages 6-9)
Clavier Scholars (ages 10-13)
Upright Artist (ages 14-17)
Young at Heart Piano (ages 18 and up)
Form your own group piano class - Private Piano Lessons
Beginning Group Piano Classes
Classes are organized according to age and/or level. All beginning group piano classes are two year programs, divided into four terms (A B C D). Parents are recommended and encouraged to attend classes with their child. Parental attendance is highly recommended for the Young Musician class. Recitals are held at the end of each term.
Young Musician (ages 3-5)
This fun, fast paced class teaches music just suited for your busy young one. This class jumps from one activity to another to adapt to your young child's attention span. Concepts covered include: proper piano technique/posture, note reading, rhythm exercises, theory, singing (with solfege syllables), history, games, listening, movement, and playing with expression. Starting young, children can carry the gift of music with them for a lifetime! The term recital is included in tuition. Parental attendance highly recommended. 30 minutes.
Keyboard Musician (ages 6-9)
The Keyboard Musician class is perfect musical start for your school aged child. Classes move very quickly into reading and comprehending music, based on each child's ability. Concepts covered include: early note reading, singing (with solfege syllables), rhythms, pattern and concept finding, proper piano technique/posture, how to practice, theory, history, listening, games, movement, and playing with expression. The term recital is included in tuition. 50 minutes.
Clavier Scholars (ages 10-13)
This class is a straight-forward approach to beginning piano. Students learn through an accelerated process, building confidence and skills along the way. Concepts covered include: note reading, singing (with solfege syllables), rhythms, pattern and concept finding, proper piano technique/posture, how to practice, theory, history, listening, games, and playing with expression. The term recital is included in tuition. 50 minutes.
Upright Artist (ages 14-17)
Geared toward the older beginner, this class progresses quickly. Concepts covered include: note reading, singing (with solfege syllables), rhythms, pattern and concept finding, proper piano technique/posture, how to practice, theory, history, listening, games, and playing with expression. The term recital is included in tuition. 50 minutes.
Young at Heart Piano (ages 18 and up)
Young at Heart Piano is a mature approach to beginning piano. This class moves rapidly into note reading and advanced musical ideas. Concepts covered include: note reading, singing (with solfege syllables), rhythms, pattern and concept finding, proper piano technique/posture, how to practice, theory, history, listening, games, and playing with expression. The term recital is included in tuition. 50 minutes.
Want to form your own private group lessons? (homeschoolers, preschoolers, retired friends, etc!)
Contact our office at (804)427-7747 to set up a special group time just for you. Minimum enrolled must be 4. Max of 12.
Private Piano Lessons
Private piano lessons (30, 45, or 60 minutes) are offered at The Piano Academy. Lessons are available to all ages and levels, although The Piano Academy strongly encourages beginners to start in group lessons. Recitals are included in tuition. Materials are extra based on the needs of each student.
