Semi-Private Piano Lessons
(Ages 5-6)

A joyful, structured introduction to piano for young beginners — designed to build confidence, focus, and a lifelong love of music.

At a Glance

  • Ages: 5–6

  • Experience Level: Beginners

  • Format: Semi-Private (siblings or family-arranged pair)

  • Lesson Length: 30 minutes weekly

  • Schedule Option: Monday–Wednesday (by request)

  • Location: Home piano studio in St. Anthony, Idaho

  • Enrollment: Application required

  • Curriculum: My First Piano Adventure by Faber & Faber

Who this program is for

Semi-Private Piano Lessons at Ascend Piano Studio are designed for children ages 5–6 in Idaho who are new to music and piano, and who benefit from a warm, structured, and encouraging learning environment.

This program is especially well-suited for siblings or family-arranged pairs who are beginning piano together and whose families value gentle structure, consistency, and positive early learning experiences.

This program is ideal for:

  • Young beginners with little or no prior music or piano experience

  • Siblings or family-arranged pairs who learn well side by side

  • Children who are curious, playful, and still developing focus

  • Families seeking a strong musical foundation before transitioning into larger group classes or private lessons

Classes are intentionally small and offered by request, allowing each child to receive individual attention while learning alongside a sibling or familiar peer in a calm, supportive environment.

How Semi-Private Lessons Work

Lesson Format: Semi-Private (2 students from the same family or a family-arranged pair)

  • Length: 30 minutes, once per week

  • Lesson Days: Monday–Wednesday (offered by request)

  • Instruction Style: Structured, encouraging, and developmentally appropriate

  • Tuition: Flat monthly rate

  • Registration: Required (registration fee applies)

This lesson format is intentionally designed for siblings or familiar learning partners beginning piano together. Both students are enrolled at the same time and attend the lesson together each week.

This format allows young students to:

  • Learn from the teacher while also observing and encouraging one another

  • Build confidence through shared progress in a low-pressure environment

  • Stay engaged through interactive, movement-based, age-appropriate learning

Each child receives individual attention within a shared lesson, creating a calm and supportive experience that helps young beginners feel successful from the very start.

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Curriculum & Materials

This program uses the My First Piano Adventure by Faber & Faber curriculum, a nationally respected piano method designed specifically for young beginners.

Through this curriculum, students will develop:

  • Basic piano technique using age-appropriate movements

  • A steady sense of rhythm and beat

  • Early note recognition and keyboard awareness

  • Musical listening and focus skills

  • Positive, healthy practice habits

Lessons emphasize joy, consistency, and confidence—not pressure or perfection—creating a strong foundation for continued piano study as children grow.

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Enrollment Timeline

Semi-Private Piano Lessons follow an intentional enrollment cycle to ensure thoughtful placement and a positive start for each child.

  • Applications Accepted: April – July

  • Registration Period: April – August

  • Classes Begin: Late August / Early September

  • Program Duration: September through May

  • Waitlist: Available year-round (placement based on availability and fit)

Because Semi-Private lessons are offered by request and designed for siblings or family-arranged pairs, class placement is limited and determined based on program fit, schedule availability, and readiness.

What Parents Can Expect

Parents play a supportive and encouraging role in this program. At the early stages of piano study, children learn best with gentle guidance and consistent routines at home.

Families can expect:

  • Clear, age-appropriate weekly assignments

  • Practice guidance provided through the studio’s digital assignment platform

  • Transparent expectations for home practice, designed for young beginners

  • Regular communication and an end-of-year performance opportunity

Parents are not expected to teach piano at home. Instead, my role is to guide musical learning, while parents help create a positive, consistent practice environment.

My goal is to partner with families to create a positive, sustainable musical experience that supports each child’s confidence, focus, and enjoyment of music.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

To ensure a positive and well-matched experience for each child, enrollment begins with an application.

Apply for Semi-Private Piano Lessons (Ages 5–6)

The application helps me to:

  • Confirm that this program is a good fit for your child

  • Review scheduling availability

  • Place students thoughtfully and appropriately

If no immediate openings are available, your child(ren) may be placed on the priority waitlist and contacted as space becomes available.

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