The Goal: Make Learning Piano FEEL EASY

Becca Hauglid, Owner & Educator

Hi! I’m Becca Hauglid, owner of Piano Lab.

If any of these statements are true for you...
​I want my child to learn piano, but I'm afraid they will hate lessons.

• I want my child to learn how to practice independently, ​without getting into arguments about practice.
• I want my child to make music on the piano, not just noise.
• I want piano lessons to be worth the time and money I’ve invested.

Or if your child is just starting out, and you’re not sure what to expect...
You're in the right place.

Your child CAN thrive with piano, and I CAN help them do it.

"My seven year old loves lessons with Becca. He has been a student for less than one year, and now he often sits down to play without being prompted to practice by Mom or Dad. 

Becca is efficient and consistent and we are very happy to have found her for piano lessons."

-PARENT OF A STUDENT

Here's What Makes Piano Lab Different:

Piano lessons shouldn't be a source of anxiety for kids.

They should be FUN, upbeat, and engaging!

Your child should be able to look forward to lessons every week!
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I am committed to teaching in a way that each child feels safe, desired, and supported.

Our lessons are aimed toward GROWTH, IMPROVEMENT, and learning from mistakes.

I help kids feel proud and confident about their piano skills!

"A fun learning environment for the kids!

My son, who's rather drawn to the sports than to the arts, has a smile on his face when he's coming out of class and he progresses fast. Couldn't ask for more."

-PARENT OF A STUDENT

Why We Left "Traditional" Lessons Behind

I used to teach lessons in a "traditional" format. These lessons were held 1-on-1, and usually lasted 30 minutes.
Over time, I noticed a few problems with the "traditional" lesson format:

1. Students were advancing at slow rates.

In these 1-on-1 lessons, students had my whole, undivided attention during the lesson. Sounds great, right?!
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Wrong! With this extra attention kids learned to depend on ME to spoon-feed information. They weren't allotted time during the lesson to learn how to problem-solve, or practice independently.

Because of this, kids would go home, try to practice, and feel lost without the teacher. Then they would come to lessons with little to no improvement, and the cycle would repeat.

2. Kids were asking the SAME questions week after week.

"Where do I put my hands?" and "I don't get it," became routine statements.

Kids were forming habits of depending ENTIRELY on the teacher for information, instead of using their own problem-solving skills to navigate a piece of music.

3. Students felt anxious at the piano, and gave up easily.

Many of my students would try out a song during a lesson, make a mistake, and then feel like giving up.

Giving up felt easier than attempting a new song, because they were forced to play for an audience (ME) during the whole lesson. They had no privacy to take risks or make mistakes! 

​I spent so much time during lessons consoling students and giving pep talks, that I knew something needed to change.

How can kids play with confidence if they are offered little to no guidance
during practice time?!

Clearly there is a flaw in the system of traditional piano lessons.

​Our goal is to break the unnecessary cycle, with an innovative solution.

Why Kids LOVE Piano Lessons Here:

Two years ago, I completely reformed my piano-teaching methods.

Our new approach reduces students' anxiety, and improves their confidence with piano.

​Instead of demanding that kids go home and learn their songs on their own...

Our students learn how to play all of their songs during the lesson.

This means students leave their lessons feeling proud and excited about songs they've already mastered!

​This format of piano lessons focuses on SUPPORTING students while cultivating their love for piano. 

We help kids practice their songs correctly during lessons, so they can play confidently at home!

Remember what I said earlier about the dangers of spoon-feeding information?

​In our current piano lesson format, kids work through problems themselves, and advance MUCH more quickly!

​Meet a few of our AMAZING students.

Right now, over 60 kids are enrolled in our weekly lesson programs.
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We have kids from Plymouth, Maple Grove, Osseo, Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Robbinsdale, and even Rogers and Minnetonka.

Kids LOVE Coming Here!

Each student has a unique musical journey. Students follow customized plans for individual growth, and pass onto new songs at their own pace.

Students are challenged according to their unique gifts and talents.

​No child is left behind, and no child is held back!

Ready to give it a try?

By joining the studio waitlist, you will be the first to be contacted when our studio re-opens.

Families who join our waitlist are given priority with the limited number of open slots in our studio.

Click below to join the studio waitlist!

"Under her tutelage my boys have learned so much...in leaps and bounds...in just a few short months.

​Becca always has something positive to say about each student, and she draws out the best in them."

-PARENT OF TWO STUDENTS

​Will My Child Like Lessons Here?

At Piano Lab, the goal is to help students have fun with piano, while learning in a way that feels easy to them. Students come to the studio for weekly or bi-weekly piano lessons at a consistent time, and can expect the following:

Play Piano

The best way to learn how to play piano...is by playing piano! In each hour-long lesson students learn to play anywhere from 2-8 songs, and leave knowing how to play their songs correctly. Students feel confident and excited about playing piano at home, because they master their songs during the lesson!

Progress Through Books Quickly

Kids here learn how to problem solve and take responsibility for their learning, and they become confident sight-readers and piano players! Due to our heavy emphasis on sight-reading and student independence, students also tend to level up in their books at a faster rate than the publisher advertises.

Celebrate Succes

​Students at Piano Lab are constantly empowered, supported, and celebrated. Upon completing a set of books, participating in a contest, or passing an exam, your student will receive a high five and be featured on the studio Facebook Page. At the end of the year, all students are recognized at the Spring Awards Recital!

Yes, Your Child Will Love Lessons Here!

But wait! Don't just take our word for it...

Click below to read reviews from past and present Studio Families.

Kick Off Your Child's Piano Journey

Be the first to hear about our studio re-opening. Join the studio's waitlist now!
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Click the link below, and then answer a few simple questions.