PIANO LESSONS:


Lessons are taught at my home in the Brentwood area of West Los Angeles.

The Rates:

30 minute lesson - $140/month
45 minute lesson - $180/month
60 minute lesson - $225/month

* Special family pricing is also available.


The Lessons:

In addition to learning fundamental piano techniques, the student will learn music theory, ear training, composition, and improvisation.   If a student would like to focus more on one of these categories, we can arrange to spend more time on that specific skill.  

Lessons are taught in my home on a console piano.   I am located on Barrington Avenue.   Street parking is available and plentiful during the day.   In addition, there are two parks next door with ample spaces for short term parking.


Payment:

Lesson payment is due monthy at the first lesson of the month. This can be either check or cash. Generally a month contains 4 - 5 lessons (once a week). In the event of a cancellation, a make-up lesson will be offered within the month. ÊLessons cancelled by the student are not refunded. Lessons cancelled by the teacher are refunded or rescheduled according to the student's preference. The introductory lesson is always free.


Buying or Renting a Piano or Keyboard:

While it is not crucial for the student to buy or rent a piano, it will greatly help in learning and developing the specific skillset of playing the instrument.   Electronic keyboards can be a substitute, but will in no way replace time spent on a real piano.   In many cases, a used piano can be bought from classifieds or through craigslist for about the same cost of a new keyboard.   Whichever the case, I encourage my students to spend at least some of their practice time duing the week at a real piano.

If a keyboard is decided upon, I recommend getting a full size, or 88-key model.   Also a weighted action keyboard will feel and react much more like a real piano than a keyboard with non-weighted action.

If you would like more information or help finding local music stores, piano shops, or have more questions about my teaching method, please don't hesitate to contact me.   elliesorota@gmail.com