Lessons
Mastering the art of playing the piano is a rewarding endeavor that requires the guidance of an expert teacher. There is a lot to learn but approaching the piano with the right mindset can significantly enhance your progress and enjoyment.
Embracing the Joy and Challenge of Piano Learning
Learning to play the piano can be an amazing experience filled with both fun and challenges. It's essential for students and parents to be prepared that while the path to mastery may not always be easy, it's the challenges that make the victories all the more sweet.
Learning to overcome these challenges is a vital skill that extends far beyond the piano keys. The skills acquired in mastering the piano can be applied to other areas of life. Learning to be resilient, disciplined, and finding joy in progress enriches one's personal growth.
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We're dedicated to providing clear guidance and nurturing a positive learning environment where students learn not only to play beautiful music but also how to tackle life's challenges with confidence and determination.
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Teaching a Child Requires a Partnership
Teaching a child to play the piano is most successful when it becomes a collaborative partnership between the child's teacher and their parents. While this is especially true for young students, children of all ages will need assistance and encouragement at some point. This collaboration is essential for creating an environment that nurtures the child's musical development.
Parents are in prime position to offer unwavering encouragement during the inevitable fluctuations in interest, plateaus in progress, and occasional setbacks. There may be times when a student feels frustrated or disheartened due to particular challenges. This is where parents step in to provide the emotional support and motivation needed to push through. Reminding the child that it's perfectly normal to face obstacles and that these are opportunities for growth can be immensely reassuring.
Through open communication and a shared commitment to the child's musical education, both teacher and parents help ensure that challenges are met with resilience and a positive attitude, fostering not just musical skills but also a lifelong love for music.
Practice Makes... Pianists!
Practice not only important to development at the piano, it is vital. Practice is directly correlated to progress, and progress is directly linked to feelings of competence and motivation. Think of it as a cycle. Students who practice make progress, which gives them motivation to practice and learn more. Students who make the effort to practice and practice effectively flourish. Be sure to discuss with your teacher, but here are some tips to make the most of your lessons
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Make practice habitual/consistent
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Set achievable goals each session
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A little is better than none;
if you are short on time or tired
try to get something in even if it is small
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One-Size-Fits-None | Personalized Lessons
When your piano lessons align with your interests and musical tastes, you're more likely to stay motivated. Personalized lessons adapt to your pace, allow you to tackle your weaknesses head-on and encourage you to explore your unique musical voice. While having structured learning is important and plays a role it is important that students be able to set their own goals and play music that resonates with them. That is why we routinely encourage students to work on Special Projects that are specifically guided by their own goals and desires.
Examples of Special Projects
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Learning how to play from lead sheets
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Composing and performing your own works
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Singing while playing the piano
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Arranging your own versions of favorite pieces and songs
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Combining virtuosic classical music with popular music or film scores
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Performing advanced arrangements from YouTube
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Senior Projects for graduating high school students
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Examinations for early to advanced students (RCM and Guild)
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Learning to accompany and collaborate with other musicians
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Learning how to play in a church service
Meet & Greet
(No Charge)
Let’s find the right fit—together.
Before beginning lessons, we offer a complimentary Meet & Greet session. This informal, no-pressure meeting gives both the student and family a chance to get to know us, experience our teaching style, and decide whether our studio environment supports your musical goals.
We believe a successful learning journey starts with the right teacher-student fit. That means making sure our approach, expectations, and goals align—not just for the student, but for us as teachers as well.
During this session, we’ll:
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Talk about your interests, goals, and musical background
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Introduce our teaching style and studio expectations with a mini lesson
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Answer any questions about readiness, scheduling, or lesson structure
To request a Meet & Greet, please fill out the form below.
Tuition
Four Hands Piano Studio uses a fixed monthly tuition system. Tuition stays the same each month within a semester, regardless of how many lessons fall in that month—making payments predictable and securing your reserved weekly time.
Semester Overview (Effective August 2025)
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Fall Semester (Aug–Dec): $120/month (18 lessons over 5 months)
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Winter Semester (Jan–May): $120/month (18 lessons over 5 months)
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Summer Semester (June–July): $100/month (6 lessons over 2 months)
These rates apply to 30-minute lessons. Please contact us for 45 and 60-minute lesson rates.
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Lesson Length Guidelines
Lesson time is based on the student’s level and learning needs:
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Beginners & Elementary: 30 minutes
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Ideal for beginners and young students (ages 4–8). These concise, engaging sessions focus on foundational skills—such as technique, note reading, and healthy practice habits—while nurturing expressive playing and musical creativity.
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Intermediate: 45 minutes
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Recommended for intermediate students. The additional time allows for deeper focus on technique, more detailed repertoire work, and the development of musical expression and confidence.
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Advanced: 60 minutes
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Designed for advanced students. Longer sessions provide space to tackle challenging repertoire, explore advanced theory, and refine artistry through guided interpretation and technical mastery.
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Your teacher will let you know when it’s time to transition to a longer lesson to support continued growth.
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📅 For semester dates and holidays, please refer to the Studio Calendar.
Contact Us
Call or Text
614-710-0948
Address
3627 Braidwood Dr.
Hilliard, OH 43026
