Piano lessons in Sheffield – FAQs

Want to know more about learning the piano in Sheffield? If you’re new to learning the piano or keyboard, you will almost certainly have a few questions! Here Lewis answers most of the common questions about piano lessons or learning the piano, but if you have any specific questions, please get in touch.

• How much are piano lessons ?

The fee for piano lessons at one of my Sheffield teaching locations is £30 for 45 minutes.

I am happy to provide piano tuition at your home, within about a 5 mile radius of the Sheffield S6 postcode area.

The fee for lessons at your location is £45 for a 45 minute session – this covers my travel costs in addition to the tuition.

For children between 6 and 12 years old a 30 minute tuition session is £20 at one of my Sheffield piano lesson locations and £30 if I come to where you are.

I can offer online piano tuition, although I do recommend an in-person session every 4 to 6 weeks in Sheffield as being really helpful in a student’s development.

Online piano lessons are priced at £30 for a 45 minute session.

• Do I need a real piano to take lessons?

No, you do need a weighted keyboard though, so it feels like a real piano. There are many reasonably priced electric pianos out on eBay etc.

• I’ve never played an instrument before; can I learn to play the piano with no experience?

Yes, I have taught most of my students from scratch and I provide you with everything you need to begin learning to play the piano properly.

• How long will it take me to learn to play the piano?

That all depends on how much time you put into it. I tell all my students that “You get out of it what you put into it”. If you follow my instructions and do no more and no less that each week’s lessons, I guarantee you will begin playing music you never thought possible within a year.

• How much do I have to practice to get better at the piano?

I suggest between 30-60 minutes each day, or as much as will fit comfortably into your schedule.

• How old does a child have to be to start piano lessons?

I suggest from 6 years and upwards.

• Am I too old to learn to play the piano?

The answer to that is NO! You are never too old to learn to play – check my videos for proof of that.

• Do you provide ABRSM preparation for music and piano exams?

Yes, I do. The ABRSM examiner has said that my students are some of the best prepared students to take the exams.

• Do you only teach classical piano lessons?

No, I can teach Jazz piano, Pop piano, Rock piano, Blues piano, Songwriting, Performance and Country music piano as well, but as I’ve said above, it all begins with the fundamentals which are contained in a classical music approach to learning.

• How many times a month should I have piano lessons?

I suggest once a week for solid progression in piano lessons, but once every two weeks is possible as well.

• Are the piano lesson times flexible?

Yes, as everyone has a busy schedule, I go week by week and we put a lesson in the diary following every lesson. It’s preferable to try and stick to a day and time but I appreciate that things change so I try to be as flexible as possible.

• Can I learn piano on the weekends?

Yes, I can accommodate that if necessary.

• What time can I take my piano lesson?

I can teach at almost any time within reason. Early piano lessons or late piano lessons can be accommodated for busy working students or schoolchildren.

• How will I remember how the piece I’m learning is supposed to sound?

At the end of every lesson, I will video record the piece you are learning on your phone so you can refer to it during your practice sessions. Then you can send me a video of you playing it which I will critique and give you suggestions on how to improve it.

• How much Is an electric piano?

I can help you find something that will work, and it doesn’t have to be pricey. I’ve found numerous keyboards for about £150-200.

• Can you teach piano online?

Yes, I have had numerous students who live all over the country and some I’ve never met in person. All of them are playing very well now.

• Do you do home piano lesson visits in Sheffield?

I can, but it costs more and I’d prefer the students come to me. I have a place in Walkley Sheffield, and a studio in Attercliffe, if that’s more convenient.

• How do I pay for my piano lessons?

I prefer students pay after each lesson. Either a bank transfer or cash is fine.

• Can anyone play the piano?

Yes, if you are prepared to put some time into it. Learning anything new is always a challenge and an instrument is no different. But I’ve have taught hundreds of students over the last 10 years since I’ve been in the UK and I’m confident that with some effort anyone can learn to play.