{"id":8139,"date":"2022-06-29T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/?p=8139"},"modified":"2023-03-01T10:17:59","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T18:17:59","slug":"cost-of-piano-lessons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/cost-of-piano-lessons\/","title":{"rendered":"The Cost of Piano Lessons, Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The cost of piano lessons can range anywhere from $20 per lesson to more than $100 per lesson. Piano lesson rates depend on your location, the experience level of your teacher, whether they have formal credentials, and how advanced the student is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a college student who teaches piano as a part-time gig can charge as little as $20 per lesson. This teacher can be excellent for very young children or casual hobbyists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, a teacher with a graduate degree in music and\/or certifications from a conservatory can charge $100 or more per lesson. Generally, piano teachers charge more for more advanced students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"blue-text-block\"><center><h3 style=\"font-size:22px;\"><b>\ud83c\udfb9 Get Started on the Piano Today, For Free<\/b><\/h3><p>Get started on the right foot (or rather, hand). Get four FREE lessons that will take you from sitting down at the piano for the first time to playing your first song.<\/p><p><\/p><a class=\"join\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/getting-started\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">START PLAYING NOW<\/a><\/center><br><\/span>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading to learn how to find the cost of piano lessons in your area, what other costs to consider, and how to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2021\/Learn%20Piano%20Online\/lisa%20and%20kaitlyn.jpg\" alt=\"Cost of piano lessons. Woman with long brown hair and stripes sweater playing piano while woman with short platinum hair and blue shirt watches.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"find-lessons\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>How to Find the Cost of Piano Lessons In Your Area<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many piano teachers don&#8217;t advertise their rates online. But if you want to know how much piano lessons cost in your area, try the following. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Find teachers through a professional association and ask about rates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in the United States, you can use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtna.org\/MTNA\/Connect\/Find_A_Teacher\/MTNA\/FindATeacherAddress.aspx?hkey=cd5d49b9-bb6e-486f-b643-1be7eb8bef4d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) directory<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Canadians can browse organizations like the <a href=\"https:\/\/bcrmta.bc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">B.C. Registered Music Teachers Association<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ormta.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcmusic.com\/find-a-teacher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Royal Conservatory of Music<\/a> also provides a directory of RCM-certified teachers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Ask about lessons at a local music retailer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many music retailers offer music lessons. These may be slightly more expensive than independent teachers if the retailer gets a cut. But you&#8217;ll be certain that your teacher has been vetted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Get recommendations from friends and family<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you know someone who plays piano, ask about their learning journey, what worked and what didn\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Places like Craigslist and Kijiji often have ads for piano lessons. As it\u2019s more difficult to gauge the identity and quality of teachers in a public directory, be careful! Ask your prospective teacher lots of questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">Take your time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding a good teacher can make or break your learning experience, so take your time. To learn more about choosing teachers, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-find-a-piano-teacher\/\">How to Find a Piano Teacher<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that piano lessons are typically 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. Many teachers offer a free trial lesson and discounted lessons if you decide to stick with them long-term. A teacher who comes to your home will cost more than going to the teacher&#8217;s studio yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/weekly-email\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/19152114\/image-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Small child hands on keyboard with adult hands in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-3876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2021\/05\/19152114\/image-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2021\/05\/19152114\/image-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2021\/05\/19152114\/image-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/pianote-blog.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/app\/uploads\/2021\/05\/19152114\/image.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>Other Costs to Consider<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lessons won&#8217;t be the only purchase you&#8217;ll make as a budding piano player. Take, for instance, buying the piano itself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Piano prices also vary widely. You can get a brand-new entry-level <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/best-beginner-keyboard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">digital piano<\/a> for around $500. Acoustic uprights can be very cheap or even free. Meanwhile, a new grand piano can run you five or six figures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"blue-text-block\">\ud83d\udd25\ud83c\udfb9 <b><i>HOT TIP:<\/i><\/b> Buying your first piano can be overwhelming, so be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-piano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free guide<\/a> on what to look for when buying yours.<\/span>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your piano teacher may also require you to buy books and accessories, and pay recital fees. And don&#8217;t forget about travel time and gas money if you need to commute to your lesson. These costs can quickly add up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Piano Items<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Weekly private piano lesson @ $40\/lesson x 52 weeks<\/td><td>$2,080<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Entry-level digital piano (estimate)<\/td><td>$500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Method book (estimate)<\/td><td>$25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Metronome (estimate)<\/td><td>$35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pedal, if not included with keyboard (estimate)<\/td><td>$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Bus fare @ $2.50 x 52 weeks<\/td><td>$130<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Total:<\/strong><\/td><td>$2,820<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2020\/How%20To%20Find%20A%20Piano%20Teacher\/MLplaying.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"save\" style=\"font-size:32px\"><strong>How to Save Money<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re on a budget, online courses may be something to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, one month of Pianote costs just $16.42. Meanwhile, a month\u2019s worth of in-person private lessons at $40\/lesson will cost $160.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Online lessons have other advantages. You can learn whenever you want and at your own pace. And at Pianote, you can connect with an online community of like-minded musicians and learn directly from world-class coaches like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/improvisation-with-jesus-molina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jes\u00fas Molina<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, one-on-one attention has its advantages. If you like individual attention, you can combine online lessons and an in-person teacher. For example, do an online lesson every week and check in with a real-life professional once a month to make sure your technique is up to snuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/pianote.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/blog\/2022\/Cost%20of%20Piano%20Lessons\/charmaine%20and%20lisa.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with short black hair and glasses in blazer playing piano with woman in black dress and short platinum hair sitting beside.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:28px\"><strong>7 More Ways to Save Money on Piano Lessons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#1. Buy a second-hand piano<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will you save money, you can save a beautiful instrument from the junkyard! Cheap (even free) used pianos, especially acoustic uprights, are often sold when families need to move. Check your local Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#2. Rent a piano<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not sure whether piano is something you want to commit to, ask a local retailer whether they have instruments to rent or a rent-to-own program. You can also rent piano studio space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#3. Join group lessons or double up on lessons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Some retailers and teachers offer group lessons at a lower price. Two friends or two siblings may get a good deal on lessons if they learn together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#4. Borrow method books from the library<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many piano method books available. If you\u2019re not sure which one is a good fit, try it first  through your local library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#5. Download free sheet music<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While popular songs are often copyrighted, most classical repertoire can be downloaded online for free because copyright has expired. The <a href=\"https:\/\/imslp.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Petrucci Music Library<\/a> has tons of downloadable PDFs of piano classics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.8notes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8notes<\/a> also has a large library of easy beginner tunes and lead sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#6. Contact a local music school, and see if any students are interested in teaching<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Intermediate and advanced piano students are sometimes interested in teaching, either to improve their own abilities, share the joy of music, or make some extra money. If you live near a music school or university, ask whether any students offer lessons. They may teach at a discounted rate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\">#7. Take advantage of free online resources<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a wealth of piano knowledge online. Make sure you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/PianoteOfficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">subscribe to Pianote<\/a> on YouTube\u2014we release a FREE lesson every week!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"7 Days To Learning Piano (Beginner Lesson)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bzNKQ2FkEJI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Read Notes (Beginner Piano Lesson)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gEI7uYOCQXo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If online learning has piqued your interest, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/blog\/learn-piano-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Learn Piano Successfully Online in 2022<\/a>. Or try Pianote for free for seven days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<center><a class=\"join\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pianote.com\/trial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FREE PIANOTE TRIAL<\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The cost of piano lessons varies widely. 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