Piano Lessons

5 and up! We  have  different  materials  for  each  age  group,  and  we  teach  adults  as  well.

Shining Star uses the latest and best in piano pedagogy to ensure that each student, regardless of their age and experience, will have a fun, encouraging and educational experience! 

 Our teachers focus on:

1. Playing Songs: learning fun and advancing songs each week

2. Technique: developing the hand/finger  movement and artistic aspects of playing piano.

3. Theory: understanding the underlying architecture of music.

We have seen first-hand how performance and performance preparation motivates and builds confidence in our students. We offer many performance opportunities throughout the year:

1. Spring Recital

2. Fall Recital

3. Retirement Home Performances

4. Group Zoom Practice Sessions at least twice  per  month

5. Group Recital Prep classes before each recital

For students who wish to compete and/or take piano accomplishment exams, we offer preparation and guidance, as well as information on how to partake in local events.

Our Director, Katrina Mendez, has  been  teaching  for  nearly  20  years.  She  leads  the  teaching  team  in  regular  meetings,  material  review,  and  guidance  throughout  each  semester.  She  hosts  many  of  the  group  classes  and  the  recitals  as  well.  

Students should have an acoustic or digital piano. It is ideal to have a keyboard with weighted keys, as well as a full size 88 key keyboard.   A  music  stand  (often  comes  with  the  piano),  pedal,  and  bench  are  necessary.  We offer assistance in finding the right instrument for your budget!