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Michelle Thompson

Boost your piano playing through dynamic instruction led by a university-trained professional.

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Private lessons - Michelle Thompson

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$37

$32

/ hour

About your piano teacher

As a seasoned piano tutor with over 15 years of experience, I am Michelle Thompson, your go-to expert for unlocking the joy of playing the piano. With a solid educational background in Piano Performance and Music Education, I am equipped to guide students through a comprehensive learning journey. My specialties include Chord Theory, Ear Training, and Performance Skills, ensuring a well-rounded musical education. From beginners to advanced players, I tailor each lesson to individual needs, focusing on Finger Placement, Scales, and Sight Reading. Let's embark on a musical adventure together and discover the endless possibilities of piano playing. Book a session with me today and let's create beautiful music at your fingertips!

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Piano teacher known for supportive style

88% students appreciate teachers patient, encouraging approach

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Rated 49/5 by parents for piano classes

Families love the balance between structure and creativity in each lesson

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Flexible scheduling for piano lessons

90% of students say piano classes fit easily into their weekly routine

Piano lessons overview

My teaching approach blends theory integration, engaging lessons, progressive instruction, performance coaching, and expressive musicality to create a dynamic learning experience. Specializing in piano, player piano, upright piano, and electric keyboard, I cater to students of all levels, including kids, beginners, intermediates, adults, and advanced learners. I leverage a variety of tech tools such as backing track libraries, chord & scale reference apps, DAWs, ear training software, metronome apps, and more to enhance the learning process both online and offline. By using PDF sheet music libraries and virtual piano apps, I offer a versatile and comprehensive teaching environment. Following a structured curriculum, I have taught over 200 students, focusing on personalized teaching methods to meet individual needs and goals. My methodology emphasizes practical applications, fostering creativity, and honing technical skills to help students excel in their musical journey. Let's embark on a musical adventure together and unlock your full potential at the piano!

Your piano teacher specialities

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Rhythm and Timing

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Chord Theory

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Sight Reading

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Piano Technique

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Finger Placement & Hand Position

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Improvisation

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Performance Skills

Types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Player Piano

Player Piano

Upright Piano

Upright Piano

Electric Keyboard

Electric Keyboard

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Reviews and Ratings for Michelle

Solomon Arnold

West Ridge, Chicago

about 1 year ago

My difficulties with simple chords were transformed into consistent improvement by Thompson gentle approach. Her workouts improved my confidence and coordination.

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Justus Browning

Goose Island, Near North Side

about 1 year ago

I was grinding for a big audition when I discovered Thompson ’s Goose Island studio their razor-sharp focus on articulation and precision changed everything. They didn’t just teach notes; they trained my brain to perform under pressure. That audition? Nailed it, thanks to their next-level coaching.

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Teaching tools used in piano classes

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Backing Track Libraries

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Virtual Piano Apps

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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Metronome Apps

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Looping Software

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

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

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