Hello, New Yorkers! I’m excited to teach you to play the piano. I’ve been teaching piano for 25 years and have taught students of all ages and many different backgrounds. Though I talk differently to children and adults, my principles of teaching are the same. I believe that anyone can learn to play the piano. It requires steady focus over a period of time — I don’t believe in shortcuts — and your reward for your diligent effort is the joy of playing your own music. My goal for you is to develop confidence as well as musical skill and knowledge. I think of playing the piano as an athletic activity for your hands, wrists, and fingers. It also involves an awareness of body position, breathing, and posture as you sit, as well as your use of your legs and feet to support. It is a whole-body activity! I’ll create exercises specifically for you to overcome your unique challenges. I’ve always felt that music is a clear language. Through playing the piano, we express beauty, energy, soul, movement, rhythm, melody, harmony, and more. It is an area of life where anyone can learn to express themselves. I love to watch students of all ages develop their individuality through playing the piano. One of the key differences between jazz and classical piano music is that we often play jazz tunes that were not originally written for the piano, whereas classical piano music is about the instrument. That is why I feel a well-rounded pianist studies both the jazz and classical traditions. Through learning jazz piano — including improvisation and ear training and harmonies and groove — we learn lessons of musicianship and creativity and working together with others. Through learning classical piano, we discover the potential of this powerful instrument. Wherever you are in your piano journey, I would be excited to talk with you and see what I can do to help you along your way! I am now teaching in my studio in Manhattan's Upper West Side.

♫♫ Studio Facts ♫♫ Anyone and Everyone Beginners and preschool students are welcome. As are advanced students and adults. Any level and any age. Basically anyone who wants to learn the piano is welcome at the studio. Extended Hours Families today are busy. MEA Piano Studio offers extended hours for families that need to fit piano into a busy schedule soccer games, dance lessons, and swimming practice. The studio offers piano lessons before school for those brave enough for the challenge. For others, lessons are also available on Saturdays and Sundays. Relaxed Environment Piano lessons should be fun. There is absolutely no reason why lessons should be a stressful experience, even for serious pianists. At MEA Piano Studio lessons are kept light and fun. Students often get to choose the pieces they want to learn and practice. And students learn real music from real composers, not method books. Professional Office Location Piano lessons take place in a professional office building. The studio is located just off Franconia Road, on Old Franconia Rd, in Alexandria, Va. A Degreed, Full-time Piano Instructor The owner and instructor has a degree in Music Composition from Radford University (a really great, small, and walkable school near Virginia Tech). She is a full-time piano instructor. And teaching piano is her only job. Less than Five Minutes From... The studio is less than five minutes from the Springfield Mall. It is less than five minutes from the Springfield Interchange where 495, 395, and 95 meet. It is less than five minutes away from the Franconia-Springfield Parkway and Metro Station. And, it is less than five minutes away from the Fairfax County Parkway. Nearby Landmarks The studio is near the Franconia DMV along the same side of the street. It is across the street CVS. The studio is located just past the train tracks near Fleet Drive in the office complex. Nearby Schools Little Acorn Patch (Kingstowne), Forestdale Elementary School, Franconia Elementary School, Lane Elementary School, Springfield Estates Elementary School, Rose Hill Elementary School, Calvary Road Christian School, Chesterbrook Academy, Christian Center School, Key Middle School, Edison High School, Lee High School, and The Howard Gardner School.

The Marilou Padilla Gallardo Piano/Organ/Keyboard Studio located in Oxon Hill in Prince George's County ,Md.has a large following of private students from Southern Md.,Northern Virginia. & Metro Washington D.C.area from beginner to advanced levels.The studio offers comprehensive private instruction in classical to contemporary piano and theory,jazz and popular keyboard improvisation and electronic organ.Keyboard instruction for very young children between the ages of 4and 6 is also an outstanding specialty of the studio.The studio is owned and operated by Marilou Padilla Gallardo,noted and respected music instructor who is a member of the Maryland State Music Teachers Association,Music Teachers National Association,Prince George's Music Teachers Association and the National Guild of Piano Teachers.

During the last 20 years, Ms. Syourapian has shared her incredible education and talent with students of all ages and levels, group piano classes, as well as special needs children within the Tri-State and Boston areas. Her Russian Pianism influence on teaching allows her to bring her student's individual talents and abilities to a new level of excellence. Ms. Syourapian believes that piano lessons should be a part of every child's curriculum, and that the benefits are immeasurable! Pianists are able to read a universal language, learn to play many genres of music and express their individual style through the music they love. In addition, young pianists learn important skills such as self-discipline. They are taught the benefits of staying committed to a long term goal.

Founded in 1995, Jemini Music Studio has been offering private voice and piano lessons to children, teens and adults. Ruth and Jim Ratliff are enthusiastic, dedicated professionals, who share an extensive background in music performance and education. They are committed to cultivate and nurture each student's unique creative potential through quality musical instruction. We are conveniently located in historic Hope, NJ - only 2 miles off Exit 12 on Route 80. Visit our website at www.jeminimusic.com

We cater to the diverse needs of our students, with the goal of helping them reach proficiency levels with which true satisfaction from practicing music comes. We teach music reading and writing, theory, music vocabulary, ear training, and improvisation.

We offer a unique and innovative approach to modern music training. Shying away from the conventional, academic methods of teaching, our students learn to play "from the heart". We teach all instruments including guitar, bass, piano, voice, drums, and violin and cover all genres of music including rock, pop, metal, alternative rock, acoustic singer/songwriter, blues and country. Our students remain motivated in their lessons and are much more likely to stick with their instruments for life.