Piano Lessons in Cedar Park, TX
Our approach to piano lessons at Velocity Music Academy
Piano lessons are offered on a one-on-one basis with our highly qualified teachers. During private music lessons, the student will develop a plan for individual learning with their teachers.
Each teacher will work with the students to come up with repertoire suitable for their optimum learning. Some students excel at classical learning, studying the masters from all time periods of music (Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, etc.). Other students wish to integrate elements of pop music, church music, jazz music, or all of the above!
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Piano Lessons Should Be Fun!
We know that an interest in piano may be what first brings you into our school – but having fun is what keeps you coming back! Here at Velocity Academy, our goal is for every student to LOVE their music lessons as they embark on a rewarding journey of progress and discovery. We put the “fun” in fundamentals!
We Emphasize Healthy Technique
Healthy technique is critical to lifelong enjoyment of the piano. Our first priority is teaching strong fundamentals, including hand, wrist and arm technique, bench position, and pedaling. We believe that full-body instruction is essential to musicianship and safeguards students from injury.
We Care About Your Musical Interests & Goals
There is no one-size-fits-all method of piano instruction. Regardless of ability or prior experience, our teachers take an individualized approach to each of our students. Our strategy is underpinned by detailed individual assessments, a personalized learning plan, and one-on-one guidance throughout your musical journey.
Performance Opportunities to Launch Your Skills
At Velocity Music Academy, we believe in the power of performance. Private lessons are wonderful, important, and formative experiences in a musician’s journey, but exposing budding musicians to positive, supportive performance opportunities helps launch their skills to the next level! We offer many exciting performance opportunities in our schools and around Austin—and family is always welcome!
Our Piano Teachers:
Our piano teachers hold credentials from illustrious universities, and they perform regularly with various nationwide and community groups outside of the private piano studio. This wide range of experience allows them to pass on a bigger and more well-rounded musical perspective to their students.
Bennie B.
Violin and Piano
Bennie started playing violin at 6, and piano at 10. At 15, she started giving lessons to her teacher’s students who needed extra help before recitals or competition. She got her…
Kelly Smith T.
Piano, Violin & Viola
Kelly received her bachelor and master degrees from The Juilliard School. Upon graduation, she joined the Singapore Symphony Orchestra for a two-year engagement. Mrs. Toney has been concertmaster and orchestra…
Ryan H.
Voice, Piano & Guitar
Ryan studied contemporary and classical vocal performance, contemporary guitar performance, and music business in college. He earned a B.A. in Music Business with a minor in Vocal Performance from McNally Smith College…
Chris W.
Guitar, Piano, Student Bands
Chris is a guitarist, pianist, and educator with a musical career spanning over twenty years. He first became interested in playing guitar as an early teen after being influenced by Guns…
Frederick J.
Piano
Frederick is a classically trained pianist originally from Rochester, NY. From a young age, Frederick was surrounded by music through his family and church and being exposed to a wide range…
Andi C.
Voice, Piano
Andi a voice and piano instructor originally from the Houston area, relocated to Austin for college where they earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education from The University of Texas at Austin.
Isabella V.
Violin, Cello, Double Bass, Viola, Harp, Guitar and Piano
Isabella is a Music Major at Austin Community College and is currently studying Violin with Dr. Jose Flores, and she hopes to become an Orchestra Director once she has received her Bachelors in Music Education.
Jerry A.
Piano, Drums, Guitar, Bass Guitar
Jerry is a passionate and experienced music educator, pianist, and worship leader with over two decades of experience in performance, music instruction, and music ministry. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music with a major in Piano and Music Production,
Dr. Betty H.
Voice, Piano
Dr. Betty is an accomplished educational leader with over 15 years of progressive experience in music performance and education, district-level administration, and arts integration. She is skilled in shaping instructional strategy,
Kyle Foley
Guitar, Bass Guitar, & Beginner Piano
Kyle is a full-time gigging musician and multi-instrumentalist who has been teaching music for over a decade. He offers comprehensive instruction across several instruments, teaching everything from guitar and beginner piano to advanced bass guitar.
Anitra Coulter Blunt
Voice & Piano
Anitra Coulter has taught music for more than twenty years, serving students from early childhood through secondary levels. She is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned her Master’s Degree in Voice Performance and Pedagogy with an Emphasis in Music Therapy.
How it works
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We offer a variety of plans to fit your schedule & budget
Weekly
30 Min Lesson
$160
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30 minute lessons are great for building a strong foundation.
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45 Min Lesson
$230
Monthly
Fit for both beginners & intermediate students who need more than 30 minutes.
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60 Min Lesson
$300
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Longer lessons, perfect for motivated intermediate or advanced musicians.
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What’s a good age to begin piano lessons?
Our teachers in both Austin and Cedar Park are experts at working with students from ages four to adult. The piano is a wonderful versatile instrument that can bring joy through a lifetime a learning. Certain aspects of piano technique, such as interval reach, can be physically challenging to a young child. At the same time, there are plenty of basics to learn before large interval reach is necessary.
At Velocity Music Academy, we suggest beginning instruction no younger than age four. Have no fear: beginning at this young age will give your child plenty of time to progress in their keyboarding skills. If you have the desire to learn, we have the desire to teach you—no matter your age.
What are our piano teachers’ qualifications?
All of the teachers at Velocity Music Academy hold university degrees in music and are experts in their field. Our piano faculty have received their musical education from prestigious institutions all over the country.
Do I have to know how to read music?
No. Beginners are welcome!
Do I need a piano to learn the instrument?
No, you do not need a piano at home to take lessons. A simple full size electronic keyboard will suffice for the first 6 months. Contact us to learn more about keyboard rentals and pricing.
Are there piano recitals?
Absolutely! All of our students have the opportunity to perform. Students are given the opportunity to participate in at least two recitals a year. We offer additional chances to perform throughout the year such as coffeeshop performances, adult recitals, festivals, and more.
What are you waiting for?
If you’re ready to jump into the world of keyboarding, we are excited to match you with a teacher that can get you started on your musical journey. Nothing will enable you to progress more effectively than a one-on-one partnership with an inspiring piano professional. Let us help you explore and build your abilities in a comfortable setting. You never know how far you can go until you take that first step, so why not get started today?