Group Keyboard
Group keyboard classes for ages 7-12

Check out Sound Beginnings for music for ages 0-4
And Let's Play Music for beginners ages 5-6
Private Lessons for ages 7+

Enrollment is OPEN for 2024/2025
Prelude Piano - 2 openings
Introduction to Keyboard - Full

What Is Introduction to Keyboard?    

Class Schedule
Pricing
FAQ
How To Enroll
Registration Policies

About Our Group Keyboard Classes

Little Dell Music Studio's Group Keyboard classes (4-6 children max) are a pathway designed for beginners ages 7-12.

Introduction to Keyboard is for beginners aged 7-9 and uses Piano Pronto Keyboard Kickoff method and theory books. This class moves at an age appropriate pace that gets kids playing real songs, right away. In this 35 week course, students will learn keyboard geography (names of the keys), note values subdivided up to 8th notes, note reading in treble and bass clef C position, 3/4 and 4/4 time signatures, an introduction to simplified left hand chords, an introduction to accidentals, and how to read and play hands together pieces, with left hand chords and right hand melodies.

Prelude Piano is for students who have completed Introduction to Keyboard, or beginners aged 10-12 and uses Piano Pronto Prelude method and theory books. This 35 week program focuses on playing hands together in C position, reading and playing accidentals, subdividing more complex rhythms, while continuing to reinforce the concepts introduced in Introduction to Keyboard.

Coming soon... 
--------- is for students who have completed Prelude Piano, LPM grads with Ms Charlotte's approval, or transfer students who are playing at a grade 1-2 level (typically between 1-2 years of private piano lessons)

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2024/2025 Class Schedule

Prelude Piano (2 openings for students with some experiencew )
• Thursdays 3:30 - 4:25 (55 minute class)
• 35 Classes PLUS Mini Recital (36 Sessions)

Introduction to Keyboard (FULL)
• Thursdays 4:30-5:25 (55 minute class)

• 35 Classes PLUS Mini Recital (36 Sessions)

August
15, 22, 29
September 5, 12, 19, 26
October 3, 10, 17, 24, NO CLASS 31
November 7, 14, 21 NO CLASS 28
December 5, 12, 19
Winter Break / Studio Closed: December 26, Jan 2
January 9, 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13, NO CLASS 20, 27
March 6, 13, 20, 27
April 3, 10, NO CLASS 17, 24
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (last class includes a mini recital)


Class Outline (this is an approximation, there will be variances week to week)

3:30 - 3:35 • Welcome to class / check homework
3:35 - 3:45 • Class Warm Up
            • Fingers (technical exercises)
            • Eyes (sightreading)
3:45 - 3:55 • Lesson: New Music Concept(s)
3:55 - 4:05 • New Repertoire
4:05 - 4:20 • Continuing Repertoire / Pass Off
4:20 - 4:25 • Homework Assignments
4:25 • Dismissed



Intro to Keyboard

$96

Per month (9 mo)
$864/yr

  • Weekly 55 minute classes
  • Mid-August - May (approx)
  • $30 material cost for year (approx)
  • $25 Registration Fee - includes Little Dell Tote Bag and flashcards!
Prelude Piano

$96

Per month (9 mo)
$864/yr

  • Weekly 55 minute classes
  • Mid-August - May (approx)
  • $30 material cost for year (approx)
  • $15 Registration Fee for Continuing Students - includes flashcards!
  • $25 Registration Fee for New Students - includes Little Dell Tote Bag and flashcards!

Ready To Enroll?

Please read the following instructions before enrolling. When ready, click the button below to be taken to the enrollment site.

Fill Out Our Registration Form and Pay Registration Fee

Register for class by filling out the form linked in the button.
Important: all students MUST have a keyboard or piano at home to practice on. Although an 88 keyboard is not required (though suggested), the keys MUST be full sized (no mini or toy pianos).

Watch for Welcome Email

Once registered, be on the look out for a welcome email! You must have your enrollment confirmed by Little Dell in the unusual event that our listed openings are not accurate. 

Complete Paperwork and Purchase Materials

Your welcome email will include details on how to fill out your digital paperwork and how to purchase your materials.

Little Dell Music Studio sells Piano Pronto books in house as of August 2024!

Registration Policy
By registering for group classes at Little Dell Music Studio, you agree to this policy:

  • To hold a spot for your child(ren) in class, the registration form must be filled out and your registration fee must be paid.
  • The registration fee is non-refundable.
  • Registration is for the year. Students are expected to complete the full nine months of the class.
  • If you choose to withdraw mid-year, you are financially responsible for paying the remaining tuition.
  • Enrollment in all classes and lessons at Little Dell Music Studio grants Little Dell Music Studio permission to use a students likeness on social media for marketing purposes. Names will never be shared.


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FAQ

Materials are purchased by parents separately, and include a method book, theory book and a playalong album to assist with at-home practice.

Ideal starting age is 7 to 10 at the beginning of the year (September).

It is expected that students will practice 5x/week. Failure to establish a regular at-home practice routine will greatly inhibit student progress.

It is to be expected that children will need parent assistance when establishing a practice routine. With very few exceptions, children will not independently practice without being coached on how and when to do so. Parent involvement in music training is crucial. Although parents do not attend class, parents will help facilitate practice and help to create a healthy and disciplined practice routine at home, plus encourage and praise their children to help keep music fun!

Classes are taught weekly for 55 minutes, from late August to the end of May (36 classes).

Optimum class size is 4-6 children.

This class is intended for total beginners. However, if you think your child may be a good fit, please contact us to discuss.

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