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Train with a performance-focused pianist who helps you strengthen technique while developing your artistic voice.

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Private lessons - Mage Lockwood

Masters degree

$33

$32

/ hour

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Trusted piano teacher for real results

88% students feel more skilled, confident, and ready to perform

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Piano classes tailored to individual learners

Parents appreciate how lessons are adjusted to each student’s style

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Piano lessons tailored to personal goals

Helps students focus on classical, pop, or other styles they love

Meet Mage

About your piano teacher

As a seasoned piano tutor with over 15 years of experience, I am Mage Lockwood, here to guide you on your musical journey. With a Bachelors's degree in music education, I specialize in personalized piano lessons tailored to all levels and ages. From chord theory to performance skills, I offer a comprehensive range of subjects like jazz piano, classical piano, and more. I focus on essential elements like ear training, finger placement, and rhythm to ensure a well-rounded learning experience. Whether you're a beginner or aiming to refine advanced skills, my teaching encompasses improvisation, scales, sight-reading, and pedaling techniques. My goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where you can flourish musically. Let's explore the world of piano together, unlocking your full potential and mastering this beautiful instrument. Join me for a transformative musical journey that will elevate your piano skills to new heights!

Your piano teacher specialities

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Sight Reading

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Piano Technique

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Finger Placement & Hand Position

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Performance Skills

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Pedaling Techniques

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Improvisation

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Scales and Arpeggios

Piano lessons overview

My piano teaching style is a harmonious blend of sight reading, performance coaching, and progressive instruction, emphasizing engagement and technique. I cater to a diverse audience, including kids, beginners, intermediate, advanced, and adult learners. I utilize a variety of tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps to enhance the learning experience. My curriculum spans from classical to jazz piano, utilizing various resources such as PDF sheet music libraries and chord & scale reference apps. With a student base of over 100, I ensure personalized lessons tailored to individual levels and learning preferences. Join me in a supportive and innovative learning environment where piano enthusiasts of all levels can thrive and excel.

Student types for piano lessons

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Piano for kids

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Piano for beginners

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Piano for intermediate

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Piano for adults

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Piano for advanced

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All Levels

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ADHD

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ASD

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Learning Disabilities

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Home schooled

Interactive piano lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

Teaching tools used in piano classes

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DAWs

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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Chord & Scale Reference Apps

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Metronome Apps

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Virtual Piano Apps

Types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Grand Piano

Grand Piano

Player Piano

Player Piano

Digital Piano

Digital Piano

Upright Piano

Upright Piano

Jazz Piano

Jazz Piano

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Reviews and Ratings

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Julien Espinoza

about 2 months ago

I learned so much from Lockwood ’s jazz improvisation lessons. her approach to building tension and resolving it over ii-V-I progressions gave my solos more depth and real character.

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Jacquelyn Moody

3 months ago

As I was getting ready for my initial piano competition, I was feeling overburdened until Lockwood took over. her advice on rubato, emotional phrasing, and tone control gave me the courage to play a Beethoven sonata, and I even placed second!

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