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Online Kids Piano Courses – Do They Work?

There are many different online kids piano courses and software packages available today and it’s now much easier than it’s ever been to get your kids started on the piano without having to splash out on a piano tutor. Unfortunately, it’s pretty much impossible to tell which system is best and if you don’t actually play or teach the piano yourself, you don’t stand much of a chance when trying to weigh up pros and cons of each one.

In just a second, I’ll reveal my favorite piano software for kids but first, I’d like to talk a little about why I advocate using software to get kids started with the piano (it’s not just about saving the cost of a tutor).

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Homeschool Piano

Teaching your children at home can be such a rewarding experience. For whatever reason you chose to homeschool I am sure you want to offer your child the best education possible. Have you considered adding piano lessons to the subjects you teach your child? Homeschool piano is becoming more of a possibility these days thanks to the internet. Even if you don’t know how to play the piano yourself, these online courses can teach you as well as your child.

You can now download online piano software that teaches you and your child how to play the piano in a fun and easy way. You will learn how to read music, play by ear, and play any song you have ever wanted to learn. The best part is that you can do this at your own pace at a fraction of the cost of traditional piano lessons. And since you are already homeschooling your child it will be an easy addition to your curriculum.

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What I Learn From My Piano Students

I have the privilege of teaching a wonderful group of adult piano and organ students on a weekly basis. Some of my students are beginners, some are intermediate and some are advanced. The reasons they are taking lessons vary. Some of the adult piano students are taking lessons to enhance and broaden their skills, some are learning pedagogical techniques, some are studying theory and others are learning to play the piano simply for pure pleasure and enjoyment.

Each of these students brings to their lessons a variety of joys, challenges, needs and desires. I have to but listen to them and to their playing to gain a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. So, what do I learn every week from my piano students?

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