“One must approach music with a serious rigor and, at the same time, with a great affectionate joy” – Nadia Boulanger
The first years of piano lessons are the most important
In home lessons are ideal for siblings
Recitals are an important motivator for young children
QUALITY
Screening

All of our instructors are carefully screened. We are very selective and only recommend teachers with Master's degrees (or above) and at least 10 years or more teaching experience.

SYLLABUS
Continuity

Piano Instructors of Northern Westchester is a teacher member of The Music Development Program and adheres to the RCM (Royal Conservatory) piano curriculum among others.

COMMUNICATION
Productivity

You as a parent should always know firsthand what your child is expected to work on between lessons. Our instructors use a special assignment journal in which they write detailed assignments and messages to parents.

COMMUNITY
Responsibility

We hold several student recitals per year at some of Westchester's top performance spaces, including the Budarz Theater, Purchase College and other locations with great pianos.

Piano Programs

We offer a wide array of different piano education programs based on age or style. Everything from Early Childhood Piano, to the Elite Piano Program for serious performers. And we have a proven track record of student achievement. View some of our programs to get a sense of the possibilities and get in touch if you have any questions or need more info.

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We still have slots available. Call for teacher/day availability at (646) 535-5651 Setup Your Free Trial Lesson

Piano Instructors of Northern Westchester is an organization founded by pianists to promote music education though piano, and promote methods of proper instruction for beginners. We provide resources for students and parents looking to begin lessons or to those already studying.

If you live anywhere in Northern Westchester, and are interested in piano lessons for your child, we can provide a qualified, experienced instructor who will make sure that your child gets the most out of lessons, and learns the right way.

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Meet The Instructor

Akari Yamamoto

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Akari Yamamoto is an active freelance clarinet player and piano/woodwinds teacher currently based in New York City.

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