PIANO DEPARTMENT

Traditional, Classical, Jazz Piano

Private Piano Lesson Program:
The piano is an excellent instrument to start your music education. Private piano sessions involve establishing a solid foundation in rhythm, pitch, ear training, and coordination/technique, as well as keyboard geography and music reading. Consequent sessions continue to expand student repertoire, and further develop improvisational, compositional, and music theory skills. Students will be exposed to a variety of musical styles, and also presented with various music notation and listening media.

Recommended session duration: Youth 30/45 minutes; Teenage and Adult 45/60 minutes.

Age to begin piano lessons:
Instruction in piano may begin for students as young as 3 years old. We offer our 'Mini Musicians' and the ‘Little Mozarts’ program for preschoolers as introductory music courses. Both Mini Musicians and Little Mozarts methods teach the fundamentals of music in a fun and comfortable semi-private setting, helping students develop music basics for a smoother transition into one-on-one private lessons. (click here for link)

The Fox River Academy welcomes beginner students, transfer students, students with special needs, pupils preparing for auditions and competitions, adult students, individuals interested in pursuing a music career, students needing assistance with jazz band music, etc. We have a diverse piano staff with years of performance/teaching experience to help individuals develop in many areas of music.

Adult piano lessons are an increasing trend. Whether you had piano lessons as a child, or simply have always wanted to learn to play the piano, you can expect to work with supportive and experienced instructors at Fox River Academy.

Starting Supplies:
If you do not already have a piano at home, you have several options. The first option is to purchase an acoustic upright piano, baby-grand piano, or a full grand piano. You may find them in used or new condition-- what you select may depend on your budget and preferences. Our office also has a waiting list where we match students/families with free piano donations (please contact our Academy office if interested).

The second and least expensive option is to purchase an electric keyboard or digital piano. Electronic pianos with 88 weighted keys are preferred; any keyboard with 66 full-size keys or above is OK to start on for the first several months of study. If a student is committed to continuing music study after a quarter or two of lessons, we generally recommend students graduate to either a digital or acoustic full-size piano.

Our Piano Faculty:
The piano department at Fox River Academy offers a comfortable and supportive learning environment for young musicians to adults at beginner to advanced levels of study. We provide the finest instruction, emphasizing the importance of each student‘s individuality, while establishing a solid foundation for all of our students.

Our piano faculties are professionals committed to music and their instruments, with outstanding credentials and years of performing and teaching experiences in the music field. We believe this real-life expertise is also key in offering a comprehensive music learning experience, providing a wealth of first-hand opportunities and growth potential.