Virginia's Piano Studio offers fun and innovative piano lessons for students of all ages and abilities, based on individual desires and goals.
My goal is to create an atmosphere and plan for each student to be successful, to enjoy playing piano, and to become a life-long music lover.
Both private and group lessons are offered. Students love group lessons!
In addition to learning to read music, students can also enjoy playing with chords, improvising, composing, and understanding how music is created and put together. This knowledge of music theory in integrated into lessons as it applies to the piece being learned.
Students can be "part of the band" from day one, by playing with background accompaniments. Ever heard of a keyboard orchestra? Groups of students can play together, each on their own keyboard with different instrumental sounds- maybe some strings, a flute or clarinet, a brass instrument, and even percussion- an amazing experience!
Technology-enhanced learning can also be part of your piano experience, including apps and games to teach note-reading, rhythm, theory concepts, listening skills, music history, and even composition. Some apps show music on the screen and can hear if what you play on your piano is correct.
Students will be introduced to many different styles of music, including both classical and popular, and are encouraged to help choose the pieces and styles they want to play.
Many performing opportunities are offered, including monthly family music nights, studio recitals and parties, community performances, music events with the local music teachers association (MSMTA), and online performances with students from around the country and the world.
Whether you want to become a serious musician or play for your own pleasure, studying piano will develop confidence, concentration, and creativity, while providing a lifetime of enjoyment.
Are you an adult who always wanted to play piano? Or did you take lessons as a child and wish to continue learning? You will be welcomed here. Believe me, it is never too late! My adult students are having the time of their lives! Register for private lessons and you will enjoy learning the pieces you always wanted to play. Or, get a group of your friends together and have loads of fun making music together in a relaxing and non-threatening group lesson. Don't worry, each student will have their own keyboard with headphones. No practice requirement, no public performing required, and no talent required- only desire!
Give yourself or someone you love the gift of music. It is a gift that will be enjoyed forever!
Make an appointment today to visit the studio, discuss you goals and expectations, and find out if piano lessons are right for you or your child.
Virginia Grissom has over 40 years of teaching experience, 2 Bachelor's degrees and a Master's degree in Piano Performance & Piano Pedagogy from the University of South Florida. Professional affiliations include Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), current officer of Florida State Music Teachers Association (FSMTA) District 9, past president and current board member of Mid-State Music Teachers Association (MSMTA), board member and Teaching Young Children in Groups consultant for Keyband! USA, National Federation of Music Clubs, and the Temple Terrace Chamber of Commerce. Professional development is continued through attendance at FSMTA state and district conferences, MSMTA teacher workshops, Keyboard Ensemble and Technology Seminar (KETS), 88 Creative Keys course on improvisation and creativity, publisher workshops, subscriptions to professional teaching magazines, online teacher webinars, and daily interaction among online piano teacher groups.
