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My son has a new appreciation for music
that he didn't have with
prior instructors.
that he didn't have with
prior instructors.
Tammi Moes
Piano Parent / about a year ago
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Lars has a good sense about him
as to what you need
as a student.
as to what you need
as a student.
Nick Overbey
College Student / 2 years ago
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She has shown tremendous growth in her
skill and knowledge through his instruction,
and has developed an unmatched love of the piano.
skill and knowledge through his instruction,
and has developed an unmatched love of the piano.
Erin Rankin
Piano Parent / 2 years ago
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Q-Music provides highest quality of piano lessons for students of all ages, levels and styles.
While building on traditional foundation, Q-Music provides an opportunity for the modern student to look beyond the notes on the page and develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the music. Unlike traditional lesson’s common goal of sole classical mastery, at Q-Music theory, improvisation, and composition share equal attention with repertoire, sparking a level of creativity and passion that builds independent musicianship. |
...or keep scrolling to learn about the different types of lessons offered.
WHAT LESSON IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
BEGINNER |
INTERMEDIATE |
ADVANCED |
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You are brand new to the piano and want to build the very foundation of your piano playing or even just try something new?
We will start with learning basic notes and music reading in fun and engaging ways, as well as discovering your creative side by finding out what you are best at and capitalizing on your skills to keep it fun! |
You have had previous instruction and a basic understanding of piano playing, but want to take it to the next level?
We will pick up right where you left off, improving your existing skills of playing, theory, technique, and sight reading while challenging you to new heights in each of those areas of piano playing. |
You have a broad repertoire as well as strong theory and improvisational skills, but you don't want to settle for mediocre?
We will expand your repertoire, find your areas of weakness to turn you into a well-rounded pianist, and get your playing on the highest possible level, whether it is just your passion or preparation for College. |
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AGES: any, but 5-6 at the earliest
EXPERIENCE: none to very little RECOMMENDED LESSON: 30min/week |
AGES: any, but most commonly 9-10
EXPERIENCE: usually at least 3-5 years RECOMMENDED LESSON: 45min/week |
AGES: any, but usually high school
EXPERIENCE: usually at least 5-7 years RECOMMENDED LESSON: 60min/week |
All of these categories are simply recommendations, I am more than happy to discuss student's individual wants.
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WHAT DO LESSONS COST & ENTAIL?
This is the default lesson any young beginner usually starts out with. It is short enough to keep a 6-year old focused and long enough to cover the material.
RECOMMENDED AGE: 5 - 9/10
EXPECTED PRACTICE/DAY: 10-20min |
For players with some years of experience and longer attention span, this lesson opens the opportunity to cover more material and expand basic knowledge.
RECOMMENDED AGE: 9/10 - 13/14
EXPECTED PRACTICE/DAY: 20-40min |
When working on heavier repertoire and more different styles and exercises at once, this lesson allows enough time to focus on details and complex theory.
RECOMMENDED AGE: 13/14+
EXPECTED PRACTICE/DAY: 40-60min |
All of these categories are simply recommendations, I am more than happy to discuss student's individual wants.
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LOGISTICS & MATERIALS
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Piano Lessons are currently held in local church and school facilities in Manhattan, KS (exact location will be revealed after contact). All the lesson pianos are good condition acoustic pianos and all the lesson spaces are safe and accessible with parking nearby.
It is also possible to hold lessons at the student's house, depending on the location of the home, condition of the piano, and other factors. An extra $10/month travel fee is charged for this service. |
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Lesson times & days will be determined at the beginning of each semester, though I understand things come up and times or days have to change. We will communicate through email or text.
Though the common lesson is once per week, I am open to meeting twice a week as well, if the necessary practice time can be put in and accelerated advancement is desired. |
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In lessons we will use a variety of method books, "Urtext" edition & public domain sheet music, digital applications, recordings, videos, and many other external materials.
The only materials you are expected to purchase are the method books and some sheet music, but I will make sure these expenses remain within a moderate perimeter. On top of this, I like to work with lesson sheets for each lesson's notes, for which a three-ring binder is very helpful. |
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Payments are collected at the first lesson of each month for that month's lessons. Leftover payments at the end of the month due to missed lessons (excused) carry over into the next month. A more detailed payment policy can be found on the contract.
Forms of payment include cash, checks, paypal, or venmo. Lesson prices can be found in the above section "What do lessons cost & entail?". |
The piano ain't got no wrong notes. ”
- Thelonious Monk