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At Playtime Music Studio, we offer fun, engaging, and structured piano lessons designed specifically for children. Whether your child is just starting out or is ready to build on existing skills, our lessons focus on developing confidence, technique, and most importantly a lifelong love of music.

We provide individualized instruction tailored to each student’s abilities and learning style, with plenty of encouragement and positive reinforcement. Students also have opportunities to perform in recitals and studio events, helping them grow not only as musicians but as confident, motivated individuals.


Lesson structure

Lessons are usually held once a week. Eligible students may be selected for twice a week lessons.

  • 30-Minute Lessons – Perfect for beginners or younger students.
  • 45-Minute Lessons – Ideal for more advanced learners or students preparing for performances.


Each lesson includes

Every lesson is designed to keep kids engaged, motivated, and excited to return each week. During lessons, kids will learn:

Technique and Hand Skills – Proper finger placement, posture, and dexterity exercises to develop a solid foundation for advanced playing.

Sight-Reading and Rhythm Mastery – Learn to read music fluently and understand timing, so students can tackle new pieces confidently.

Music Theory in Action – Discover scales, chords, intervals, and key signatures through creative exercises that connect theory to real music.

Expressive Playing – Focus on dynamics, phrasing, and emotion so students can bring music to life.

Improvisation and Composition – Encourage students to create their own melodies and experiment with harmony and rhythm.

Performance Skills – Gain confidence and poise through recitals, studio showcases, and small group activities.

Critical Listening – Learn to listen actively, identify musical nuances, and develop musicality.

Goal Setting and Practice Habits – Build discipline and effective practice routines tailored to each student.

Creativity and Personal Expression – Lessons emphasize letting students inject their own personality into every piece, making music feel personal and meaningful.

 

Performances

Annual Recital: All students have the chance to perform in front of their families and friends at the end of the year recital (typically scheduled for April/May)

Christmas Studio Party:  Students gather for a Christmas party, performing festive songs for each other. This small, informal studio performance is a fun way to warm up to performing, gain confidence, and get inspired by their peers.

Thanksgiving Video Performance:  Students record a piece of their choice and share it with their families as a musical “thank you.”

Playtime Concert (Larger Scale Fundraiser Concert hosted by Julia) & Competitions: Only for selected students.

Other/ Spontaneous: Students may occasionally perform for fundraisers, retirement homes, etc.
 

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Frequently asked questions

Here are some common questions about our studio.

We usually accept students who are 5 years and older, though occasionally younger children are accepted if they show readiness and interest. While students can start at different ages, 5–7 is an ideal range because children at this age typically have the focus, coordination, and attention span to benefit most from lessons. Younger students may still thrive with shorter, highly engaging lessons tailored to their abilities.

Miss Julia always says: “Parents make 80% of the progress, and the teacher 20%.” The teacher only instructs your child for 30–60 minutes per week, while parents' guide and encourage practice every day. Lessons give parents the tools and strategies to support their child’s progress at home, so a consistent routine and active involvement are essential. Your encouragement, guidance, and enthusiasm make a huge difference in your child’s growth as a musician.

Students are not just encouraged but expected to practice 5 days a week. It is important that practice becomes a routine from early on, that way the child naturally sits down at the piano to practice, just like brushing their teeth after dinner. We recommend choosing a specific time each day dedicated to practice (for example, right after dinner). Keeping the time consistent helps the child build a habit that sticks. Consistency is key. It is better to practice every day 5 min than one hour before lessons. How long practice is highly depends on each individual's needs and level. Generally, this is the usual practice time:

  • Beginner: 5-10 min each day
  • Intermediate: 20 min each day
  • Advanced/ Accelerated Program: 45+min each day

Once, again CONSISTENCY IS KEY. 

We understand that families are busy and that most days don’t allow an hour of hands-on supervision. That’s why short but consistent daily practice sessions are both realistic and highly effective.

Absolutely, it is necessary for practice. However, it does not necessarily have to be a fancy instrument, any piano with full-sized, weighted keys works great.

Things to consider when purchasing an instrument (recommended):

  • full size 88 keys
  • weighted keys
  • electric/ acoustic 
  • pedal: even an electric keyboard can have pedal attachment which will be essential for intermediate/advanced player

If you have questions about an instrument, the teacher is more than happy to assist.