FAQ's for prospective families
What times do you have available for weekly lessons?
Here is our weekly lesson schedule, updated 9/16/22:
We also keep a waitlist for lesson times that are currently full, or requested times to offer in the future. Please reach out to info@pianolabmn.com if you would like to be added to a waitlist for a certain time.
If you would like to reserve your child's spot in the schedule, you can register your child for weekly lessons at this link.
If you would like to reserve your child's spot in the schedule, you can register your child for weekly lessons at this link.
How much do lessons cost?
- Ages 4-5 (Piano Prep): $109/month for weekly 30 minute classes
- Ages 6-7 (Junior Piano Lab): $149/month for weekly 40 minute classes
- Ages 8-18 (Accelerated Piano Lab): $199/month for weekly 55 minute classes
Each student pays a one-time $50 registration fee to cover the cost of books, materials, and awards.
Learn more about what is included in tuition here.
Where is Piano Lab located?
The studio is located in Plymouth, off 494 and 55. We are situated in the First National Bank building, Suite F.
Here's our address: 13605 27th Ave N Plymouth, MN 55441
Here's our address: 13605 27th Ave N Plymouth, MN 55441
What age do you begin teaching lessons?
We enroll new students ages 4 to 18.
Do you teach adults?
We specialize in teaching children ages 4 to 18 years old. At this time we do not have a program specifically for adults.
With that said, for our Piano Prep "Parent and Me" program, each 4 or 5 year old student brings a parent or trusted adult to learn piano alongside them!
With that said, for our Piano Prep "Parent and Me" program, each 4 or 5 year old student brings a parent or trusted adult to learn piano alongside them!
Do you teach private lessons?
We believe in the modern lab learning format so much, that we only accept students into these programs.
For ages 4-5, classes are taught as a group, and then parent-child partners branch off to work on songs together at their own piano stations, with the instructor bouncing from station to station to help support learning. We participate in an off-bench group activity during each session.
In the classes for ages 6-7, students spend most of the time working independently at digital pianos with headphones, with careful guidance from the instructor. We also switch between group activities and individual practice, to build community and review concepts together. This format prepares students for the Accelerated Piano Lab program, where lessons are 100% individualized.
For ages 8 and higher in the Accelerated Piano Lab setting, your child receives the individualized attention they need, as well as the privacy required to take risks and improve sight-reading independently. We make sure all students are respectful of one another, and we have zero tolerance for disruption. We want your child to thrive!
For ages 4-5, classes are taught as a group, and then parent-child partners branch off to work on songs together at their own piano stations, with the instructor bouncing from station to station to help support learning. We participate in an off-bench group activity during each session.
In the classes for ages 6-7, students spend most of the time working independently at digital pianos with headphones, with careful guidance from the instructor. We also switch between group activities and individual practice, to build community and review concepts together. This format prepares students for the Accelerated Piano Lab program, where lessons are 100% individualized.
For ages 8 and higher in the Accelerated Piano Lab setting, your child receives the individualized attention they need, as well as the privacy required to take risks and improve sight-reading independently. We make sure all students are respectful of one another, and we have zero tolerance for disruption. We want your child to thrive!
What if my child has to miss a lesson?
Parents can cancel a lesson with a minimum of 2 hours notice and receive a make up credit to be used in another class within 30 days of the absence. These make up lessons are subject to availability, and are not guaranteed.
Students are also encouraged to watch instructional videos for the assigned songs or written work in Seesaw, our chosen remote learning application. From there your child may submit videos of assigned songs, or pictures of written work. The teacher will provide feedback to the student throughout the week.
There are no refunds for missed lessons.
Students are also encouraged to watch instructional videos for the assigned songs or written work in Seesaw, our chosen remote learning application. From there your child may submit videos of assigned songs, or pictures of written work. The teacher will provide feedback to the student throughout the week.
There are no refunds for missed lessons.
How do I terminate my child's piano lessons?
Piano lessons are a month-to-month commitment. To terminate lessons, submit a request in writing to info@pianolabmn.com by the 15th of the current month, to avoid charges for the next month of lessons. If notice is received after the 15th of the current month, your child's enrollment will continue to the end of the next month.
All payments are non-refundable. We require this notice so we can plan for the next month of lessons and keep our programs running smoothly for the benefit of all students.
All payments are non-refundable. We require this notice so we can plan for the next month of lessons and keep our programs running smoothly for the benefit of all students.
My child has never played piano before. Is that okay?
Absolutely. We will help your child get started and work with your child every step of the way.
Do we need to buy a piano?
We highly recommend purchasing a digital keyboard or acoustic piano for your child to play on at home. Students progress much faster if they are able to play piano outside of lessons. With that said, it is not required to have a piano at home.
If you would like recommendations on digital or acoustic pianos to consider, send us a message! We are happy to help you find a piano in your price range, and we will also connect you with a dealer who offers discounted prices on new instruments.
Digital piano characteristics to look for:
The pianos at our studio are all Casio Privia PX-870 models. Many students have opted to purchase this model at home, to make practice and understanding how to work the different features easier.
If you would like recommendations on digital or acoustic pianos to consider, send us a message! We are happy to help you find a piano in your price range, and we will also connect you with a dealer who offers discounted prices on new instruments.
Digital piano characteristics to look for:
- Has all 88 keys
- Has a sustain pedal (metal pedal preferred)
- Has weighted (preferred) or semi-weighted keys (this allows your child to play loudly and softly)
- Preferred brands: Casio, Yamaha, Roland, Kawai, Korg
The pianos at our studio are all Casio Privia PX-870 models. Many students have opted to purchase this model at home, to make practice and understanding how to work the different features easier.
How much does my child need to practice?
Students will progress much faster through their books if they play piano at home throughout the week. Beginning Students are recommended to play each song they are assigned 4 times per week. This should add up to about 10-30 minutes of playing at home throughout the week, depending on the student's level.
If students are unable to play at home, they are completely welcome to work on music during the lesson! We never shame students, and we meet students where they are at, with encouragement and support.
If students are unable to play at home, they are completely welcome to work on music during the lesson! We never shame students, and we meet students where they are at, with encouragement and support.
Have another question?
Send us a message or give us a call! We are happy to help.
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