Last Updated on 2026-07-28 | Originally Posted on 2019-06-12
Welcome Piano Parents and Students
If you’re a currently enrolled student or a piano parent, this resource page is for you! If you’re not yet a member of the studio, please make sure to get the enrollment process started on my Piano Lessons page.
Studio Events – NEW!
I list upcoming Events on this page. These are typically discussed in more detail in my monthly newsletter or on the website.
MyMusicStaff Access
You can register for in-person and online lessons using the MyMusicStaff (MMS) website. When choosing a lesson slot, please look at the icon:
If the icon is a church, that is an in-person lesson at Central Methodist. That can be converted to an online lesson if necessary.
If the icon is a camera, that is an online lesson taught from my home. That cannot be converted into an in-person lesson.
Studio Policy
The current policy replaces this superseded policy from November 2025.
Lesson Rates – Effective Fall 2026
Full-semester students are billed a monthly rate that follows the fall or spring semester tuition plan. The price of lessons for students who start after the beginning of the semester, or terminate lessons before the end of the semester, is calculated from the base rate.
- 30 minutes: $132/month, $37.50 base rate
- 45 minutes: $190/month, $55 base rate
- 60 minutes: $250/month, $72 base rate
New Student Annual Registration Fee
Semesters and Summer Term
- Spring Semester – Early January through Mid-May
- Summer Term – Late May through Early August
- Fall Semester – Mid-August through Late December
My policy discusses how each semester works. Made simple, the fall and spring semesters are fixed blocks of lessons with monthly tuition. The summer term is more flexible; it accommodates summer camps, family vacations, and the need for downtime.
Piano Teaching Posts
I’ve done major rework to my Practice Corner posts so that they now form my core of advice to all students and piano parents. I invite you to take a look at these as well as some favorite teaching posts.
Essential Links
- Welcome to the Piano Studio – The web page that I include in my welcome email
- Books – A list of method, repertoire, and technique books I recommend
- Calendar – A calendar of semester/term and seasonal events in the studio
- Calendar – Mobile View – The same calendar as above optimized for small screens
- Checklist – Supplies you should have as a piano student
- Directions/Building Map – Location of lessons and recitals at Central Rogers
- Online Lesson – How to set up for an online lesson
- Payment Methods – All accepted methods including check and bank bill pay
- Upload Files – Several methods to send me large video files
Piano Links
- Choose the Right Piano – Essential guide to deciding what’s best for you
- Piano Purchase – Essential contacts to find a store to purchase an electric or acoustic piano
- Piano Technician – This list includes acoustic and electronic technicians
- Piano Movers – How to locate a mover for your acoustic instrument
Resources
- Short Posts – Concise posts where full-blown blog posts would be overkill
- MMS Online Resources – Download online resources that are referenced in lesson notes and in newsletters
- Music Apps – A small list of curated apps
- Piano Recital Checklist – Dress code and more for the big day
- Video Recording Guide – Proven tips for online recitals and festivals
Photos
- UPDATED! Special Events Photo Gallery – Pictures from piano parties, recitals, and festivals
- NEW! Current Students Photo Gallery – Use the password from the monthly newsletter or ask me for it
Recordings
- Children’s Corner on Vimeo – Recordings of individual pieces by students in one gallery
- Recommended Recordings – Find your recording here as indicated from MMS lesson notes
- Studio Recital Recordings on Vimeo – Full recitals from our spring and fall recitals
- Teaching Videos on Vimeo – Recordings made by me for the studio
Piano Festivals
- Piano Festivals – General information about the festivals in which you can participate
- Sonatina Celebration Preparation – More information for this fall festival
- ASMTA Regional Festival Preparation – More information for this spring festival
Piano Fun
Piano Methods
- Piano Methods – This page discusses choices for beginner students, whether they be children or adults.
Give Feedback
I’ve set up a separate page for this that you can access by clicking below. It could be a conversation you want to have or something that might help me in my teaching. It could be to offer a testimonial or review. Whatever it is, I’m always grateful for feedback, because teaching is a never-ending learning experience.
