Piano Studies

Enthusiasm is the mother of effort, and without it nothing great was ever achieved.

-RALPH WALDO EMERSON-

Contact Information

770 11th st.
Astoria, Oregon

Objectives and Policies for Piano Studies

Music lessons should enable students to grow, explore, experiment, expand and refine their musical abilities. However, progress in anything is directly related to motivation and practice, practice, practice!

The following guidelines are suggested as a program for advancement in Piano studies:

Beginning Singers: 20–30 minutes a day, 5 days a week
Intermediate: 30–40 minutes a day, 5–6 days a week
Advanced: at least 60 minutes a day, 6–7 days a week

Always try to use perfect form and techniques on piano exercises. Remember that good practice habits build good technique.

Lesson Policies

Students must bring the following items to lessons every time:

Piano Books
Completed practice log
Practice plans from previous week
Sheet music (if applicable)
Water

Peg Nelson • Piano Studies Instructor

To Post your Community events email the information to calendar@astoriamusic.com

For more information about the Astoria Conservatory of Music and to schedule lessons please contact:

Lisa Nelson (503)325-3237: lisa@astoriamusic.com