Learn. Grow. Discover

Piano Lessons

from beginners to intermediate levels

Our Lessons

“I want my students to come to my studio with a sense of security, love and belonging. Our lesson is a time for achievement and a place for creativity.”

Mariela

Young Beginner Group Lesson

  • This group lesson is appropriate for children aged 7 and under.

  • 45 minutes (once a week).

    • This is a mini-group lesson (2-4 students maximum).

    • These lessons are about discovering and exploring. We sing, dance, play various percussion instruments, and, of course, play the piano.

    • Several young beginner method books are used, like the Mayron Cole Piano Method (pre-level 1 textbook), Primer Piano Adventures, and Piano Safari.

    • These lessons prepare students for one-on-one lessons.

  • 45 minutes:

    $35.00 per lesson/$140.00 monthly

Beginners

  • This lesson is appropriate for children aged 8 to 18.

    For adults, a system for advancement and enjoyment depending on the adult's interests and ambitions is used.

  • Once a week, a 45 minute lesson.

    These lessons serve to introduce the aural, singing, and rhythmic skills necessary for pianistic performance, as well as musical vocabulary.

    Participation in recitals is mandatory.

    We use a variety of activities, methods, and technique books depending on the student's repertoire.

  • 45 minutes:

    $55.00 per lesson/$220.00 monthly

Intermediate

  • This is a piano lesson for children aged 8 to 18.

    For adults, a system for advancement and enjoyment depending on the adult's interests and ambitions is used.

  • The repertoire for the students' development of pianistic communication and expression will be more challenging.

    Music exams (ABRSM, RCM) are optional, while recitals are mandatory.

  • 45 minutes:

    $55.00 per lesson/$220.00 monthly

Who is Mariela Piano?

Mariela is a piano teacher who combines the fundamentals of traditional piano playing with creative teaching strategies. She is acknowledged for her holistic piano teaching approach with a focus on good pianoforte habits and the development of a positive attitude toward music.

“Our recitals are an opportunity to recreate music and share it in a convincing way. In the end, it is all about the music.”

Mariela has a mindful approach to piano performance and offers opportunities for students to share their music in a safe and fun way.

Learning objectives most important to my studio

  • Listening skills

  • Memory development

  • Musical identity

  • Positive attitude

  • Musical literacy

  • Performance skills

  • Collaboration

  • Creativity

  • Lifelong music lovers

  • Instrument care and respect

  • Independent learning

Studio Fun Activities

Fun activities happen throughout the year during lesson time or performance lessons. Some of these activities are:

  • Music Lab: use MIDI, record on LogicPro.

  • Practice Piano Quiz.

  • Musical Symbols Art Competition and Wall Decoration.

  • Duet Contest.

  • Perform to our anxiety-reducing "Pluff Animal Audience”.

  • Record “Happy Birthday” for another student on their birthdate.

  • Spooky Halloween Recital: Let’s arrange our pieces and make them sound "scary”.

  • Win a “Sight Reading Medal”.

  • Scale Marathon.

  • Play Blindfolded Contest.

  • Thanksgiving “Be Grateful” video.

  • Dress and Play like a Composer.