FAQ | ThePurplePiano

Who can take piano lessons?

ThePurplePiano offers lessons to students of all ages and abilities. 5-6 is typically a great age to begin lessons, but we've worked with students as young as 3-4. We also love our adult students!

Do you offer recitals?

Yes! There are a minimum of 2 recitals per year. We've held recitals at Muse Performance Space in Lafayette and Steinbaugh Pavillion in Louisville. Recitals are meant to be stress-free opportunities for students to share all the hard work they have been putting in. While not a requirement, we encourage every student to participate and view recitals as positive musical experiences that can also help to build strong life skills.

Where do lessons take place?

Lessons with take place in your home in the Boulder/Denver metro areas. Virtual lessons may also be offered upon request. Lessons with Haley take place in her home studio in Louisville.

Do I need a piano at home?

Students are required to have an instrument at home to practice on. An acoustic piano or a digital keyboard with 88 keys are both wonderful options. Weighted keys are ideal to build correct technique.

Are there any costs aside from monthly tuition?

Additional costs include the initial purchase of an instrument/instrument accessories, and music books as needed. Tuition includes the cost of 2 recitals and 3 group classes at no extra charge.

How is billing handled?

Tuition for music lessons is billed at a flat monthly rate. ThePurplePiano uses My Music Staff to manage invoicing, payments, scheduling, resource sharing, and event registration. Payments can be made via credit card or ACH on this platform.

Are the Instructors background checked?

Yes!

What is your sickness policy?

We take health and wellness very seriously. If there is sickness in your household, we encourage you to move your lesson online or schedule a makeup lesson. We allot for 2 makeup lessons per semester. Unlike other studios, we do not require 24 hour notice because we know that sometimes illness has a more sudden onset (we do require notice prior to your actual lesson time, though).