Private Music Lessons at the Kathy Fink Piano Studio
Private instruction is offered in piano at all styles and levels. Lessons are offered in blocks of 4 lessons at a time. When those lessons are complete, students may purchase another block.
My studio contains a Yamaha Baby Grand piano, Yamaha 103 Clavinova, Most of my students engage in some form of ensemble playing, either at one piano or at multiple pianos. This helps develop rhythm skills, listening skills and teamwork.
Why Private Lessons?
Private music instruction is an opportunity for an individual to learn a musical skill in a comfortable learning environment with a curriculum completely designed for them! Students often have the same private instructor for up to 10 years, creating a teacher/student relationship unlike those in other school settings. Private instruction is self-paced and goal-oriented music education.
The Lesson
I work with my students to choose materials and methods that are appropriate for their age and match the learning style of that individual. Lesson length varies from 30 – 60 minutes per week, depending on the level of the student.
Practicing
Daily practice is ideal in order to maximize the benefit of private lessons. Obviously in today’s busy lifestyle, many students cannot find the time for daily practice. But a minimum of several good practice sessions per week at home are necessary in order to make sufficient progress. Practicing should be goal-oriented as opposed to timed practice. I work with my students to make their practicing both effective and efficient. A good instrument to practice on is essential. Proper posture, hand position and tuning are a must!
Adult Piano Soirees or Tea Parties!
These are a chance for students to practice performing in front of small audience in a more informal setting than a big recital. These range in length from 90 minutes to two hours. Other topics and activities can also take place at the group lesson including theory games, demonstrations and ensemble rehearsals.
Most adult students take 45 minute lessons. A block of four lessons is $180 and can be paid by cash, check or Venmo. The schedule is on going.