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The Purple Piano: Music, Mindfulness & Movement
The Purple Piano Story
Haley Shapiro founded The Purple Piano in 2018 as a way to share her passions for music, mindfulness, and movement with students of all ages and abilities. Inspired by her experience combining music and yoga, she envisioned a teaching approach that nurtured the whole student, not just their musical abilities. She set out to create the kind of supportive and inclusive learning environment she wished more young learners had access to. What began as a one-teacher studio has since grown into a thriving community of instructors serving hundreds of students throughout Boulder County and surrounding areas.
At The Purple Piano, we believe music education should be both meaningful and enjoyable. Our teachers create a structured learning environment where students feel safe to explore, create, and make mistakes along the way. By balancing strong musical foundations with curiosity and self-expression, we help students grow into confident musicians with a lifelong connection to music.
Why "The Purple Piano"?
The name "The Purple Piano" actually came to fruition long before the studio existed. One of Haley's middle school friends suggested it as the name of a YouTube channel where she shared her music. Years later, when it came time to name the business, it was the only name that felt right.
It turns out the name actually reflects the studio's philosophy beautifully. In yogic tradition, the color purple is associated with the Crown Chakra, which represents purpose, clarity, connection, and inner peace. Its mantra, "OM," symbolizes harmony and oneness.
Music has a unique ability to connect people across backgrounds, experiences, cultures, and generations. Teaching through the lens of mindfulness encourages students to develop that same sense of awareness, connection, and purpose. This is why both the lotus flower and the symbol of OM are incorporated into The Purple Piano logo.
