• Some of you want to take classical lessons and take exams at the conservatory.

• Others of you want to be able to sit around with your friends on guitars, jamming and having fun.

• Or maybe you want to encourage your creative side by exploring and creating music.

In working as a piano teacher, I quickly learned that the interests and needs of each student are different. The best way to learn the piano depends on you and what you want.

What this site offers you is...

• some basic information on how to play the piano

• how to read music/piano notes

• reading and understanding chords

• the different kinds of piano lessons and ways to learn to play the piano

... as well as lots of other piano learning information. And remember, the best way to learn the piano depends on you and what you want. Learning piano is different for everyone.

If you are a beginner, here are some suggestions on where to start.

First, think about what you’d really like to be able to play on the piano (classical, jazz, etc.) and even where (as in location) you’d like to play piano.

Next, think about which way sounds the most interesting and fun?

This will help guide in picking the right way for you to learn the piano.

If you want to improve your playing, there are lots of ways to do that. Of course ... it often comes down to practice. Sometimes though, you just need some ideas about what to practice.

Learning music can sometimes be about learning little formulas or patterns. Once learned, you can play around with them and make them your own. You’ll find some tips on how to expand your playing here.

If you are a piano teacher, I have a special section for you with some of the things I’ve learned. Mostly, I've written about...

• fun and interesting ways to teach piano and

• some great resources for you to use in your piano lessons

This will help you cater to the individual needs of students. It will also help you to enjoy teaching piano even more!

Alright, ready to find out what type of lessons is right for you? Then...

... choose a topic

You’re on your way!