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Studying Piano at CSM
Beginning
Students develop:
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Proper posture and hand position
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Basic note and rhythm reading
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Coordination between both hands
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Keyboard geography and note recognition
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Healthy playing technique
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Confidence playing familiar songs and melodies
Growing Musicians
As skills and confidence grow, students begin to:
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Play more complex music with both hands
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Strengthen sight-reading and rhythm skills
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Develop dynamics, phrasing, and expression
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Explore chords, scales, and music theory
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Use the pedal with greater control
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Explore different musical styles and repertoire
Advanced Study
Experienced pianists continue developing through:
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Advanced technique, scales, and exercises
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Complex repertoire and musical interpretation
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Refined tone, articulation, and expression
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Advanced music theory and harmonic understanding
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Improvisation and stylistic versatility
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Performance, audition, and competition preparation when desired
Our Instructors
Meet the Team