WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN KEIKO’S PIANO LESSONS

Music is to be enjoyed and to share that joy with others.

The word “music” is called “ongaku” in Japanese and can be written using two Kanji characters, originally borrowed from the ancient Chinese alphabet, which mean, “to enjoy sounds”. Keiko always keeps this in mind when she teaches and she tries to make each piano lesson fun, inspiring and challenging for each of her students.

Here are some examples of the things you will be doing in your piano lessons with Keiko:

Acquiring basic music knowledge, e.g. how to read music, rhythm, etc.
Playing pieces of Keiko’s choice and your choice
Playing piano duets and doing ensemble
Working on piano technique appropriate to your level
Aural practice
Improving note-reading skills
More advanced music theory
Preparing for grade exams, competitions and public performance
Learning about classical composers and music history

Keiko teaches piano lessons to any level and any genre from classical to jazz to contemporary. Absolute beginners who cannot read music or have never learnt any musical instruments are welcome.

PIANO LESSON FEES

Below are Keiko’s charges for the year 2022:

30-minute lesson – 32 dollars
45-minute lesson – 47 dollars
1-hour lesson – 62 dollars

Fees are to be paid per term. Online payment and cash are accepted.

CANCELLATION POLICY

A credit will be made if Keiko cancels due to illness, etc. If the student is absent, no credit will be made, however, Keiko will try and reschedule the missed lesson whenever possible during the term time or the school holidays. Please give as much notice of cancellation as you can, no later than 24 hours prior to your lesson time, or in case of sickness or emergency, please give notice as early as possible on the day. If the lesson falls on a public holiday, this will be credited or caught up at Keiko's discretion.

DISCONTINUING YOUR PIANO LESSONS

Four week's notice must be given of your intention to withdraw from lessons, and failure to do so may incur a cancellation fee equivalent to four lesson payments. If you intend to withdraw at the end of a term, please inform this to Keiko 1 or 2 weeks before the term ends. Keiko's work solely revolves around lesson appointments so withdrawals with little notice cause significant inconveniences to her schedule. Your understanding is appreciated.

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