Do we need a real piano at home to take piano lessons?
Although a real (acoustic) piano is always best, it is not necessary to start. Many students start with electric keyboards and once they decide they like it, then consider an acoustic piano. The best electric keyboard to rent or purchase is called a digital piano. What you want is a keyboard that has full sized keys (each individual key should be the same size as an individual piano key) and is touch sensitive (if you hit the key hard it makes a loud sound, if you hit it softly, it makes a soft sound). Get a keyboard with at least 60+ keys so that you do not outgrow it too quickly (a regular piano has 88 keys).
Can my child and I have a music lesson together?
A parent with a child 15 years of age and up is usually okay. However, because of differences in how adults and children learn, it is generally not a good idea for parents and children under the age of 15 to take lessons together.
Can we take lessons every other week instead of every week?
Our system is designed for lessons that generally meet once each week. However, some instructors may be able to make exceptions.
What if my child begins the lesson and dislikes the instrument?
Your child can try another instrument; — just speak with the Instructor to receive information about the other instructors at AMI. Please be sure to fill out the withdrawal for according to the Instructor’s Policies.
