Welcome to Northwoods Piano, located in Haymarket, Virginia.  I am a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music in Piano offering lessons to students in Haymarket, Gainesville, Bristow, Warrenton, Centreville, Fairfax and Chantilly areas of Virginia.  Students age 6 and older who are interested in piano and willing to make the necessary effort are welcome.  A strong sense of commitment is expected and improvement needs to be evident at each lesson.

Mission
At Northwoods Piano you will find a patient, friendly and supportive environment for students.  My goal is to produce competent pianists through a systematic approach to piano instruction.  Fundamentals such as sight reading, rhythmic training, technique and interpretation are emphasized. I am deeply committed to maintaining high standards and excellent quality of piano instruction. 

About the Lessons

• Private lessons 30, 45 or 60 minutes in length, depending on age and advancement
  
  
• Beginners: concentration on basic skills of note reading, rhythmic training, and technique through fun and interesting pedagogical music
  
  
• Intermediates: concentration on technical skills, tone, phrasing and increasingly difficult key signatures and rhythm.  More challenging music from all four historical periods is explored.  A portion of every lesson is devoted to sight reading.
  
  
• Advanced: more complex classical music is studied with emphasis on interpretation, phrasing and tone control. Technical skills are expanded and increasingly difficult key signatures and rhythm are studied. Students are encouraged to listen to recordings and make more independent choices on pedaling and interpretation. A portion of every lesson is devoted to sight reading.

How to Enroll

• Schedule an introductory lesson
  Call or e-mail me to schedule an introductory lesson, which will not only introduce your child to piano lessons, but also demonstrate how I interact with my students.  This 45-minute session will include a mini-lesson and a consultation with the parent.  During the consultation we will discuss instruments, curriculum, policies, studio program and goals.  The fee for the introductory lesson will be credited toward the first month’s tuition upon enrollment.
  
  
• Follow up
  Within three days of the introductory lesson, I will call or e-mail you.  If you decide to enroll in the studio, I will e-mail you the enrollment form.
  
  
• Enrollment
  Mail or deliver your enrollment form and deposit to me to reserve your spot in the studio schedule.
  

“It is so important for people at a young age to be invited to embrace classical music and opera. ”
 - Luciano Pavarotti