Hailey Goodwin
Study with a USC Aiken grad offering personalized piano instruction grounded in stage readiness.




Private lessons - Hailey Goodwin
Bachelors degree
$36
$33
/ hour
About your piano teacher
As an educated Piano Instructor with over 5 years of experience, I specialize in personalized piano lessons that cater to a wide range of students. From theory to performance skills, I cover it all. Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced players are welcome in my lessons. I have a background in classical music as well as jazz piano improvisation. I guarantee a holistic approach to mastering the piano. Let's embark on this musical journey together! My teaching philosophy emphasizes creativity, discipline, and joy in music-making. Whether you're preparing for exams, auditions, or simply want to play your favorite songs, I tailor each lesson to meet your individual goals. I also integrate ear training, sight-reading, and music history into lessons to deepen your understanding and appreciation for music. My goal is to inspire confidence and musical independence in every student, nurturing both technical skill and artistic expression.
Trusted piano teacher for real results
88% students feel more skilled, confident, and ready to perform
Rated 49/5 by parents for piano classes
Families love the balance between structure and creativity in each lesson
Piano lessons built around practical learning
Classes center on playing, not just theory or drills
Piano lessons overview
n my personalized tutoring approach, I offer engaging and progressive lessons tailed to diverse students, including over 100 students. I teach digital piano, electric keyboard, classical piano, jazz improvisation, general music theory, and performance coaching. My tech-forward methods incorporate a range of online tools like interactive platforms, video tutorials, and music software to enhance online learning experiences. By integrating empathy and compassion, I create a supportive environment for students at various levels from young children to older advanced students, fostering growth and mastery in piano playing. I also provide customized practice plans, regular progress evaluations, and creative challenges to keep students motivated and on track with their musical development.Through consistent encouragement and goal-setting, I help students build confidence, overcome challenges, and develop a lifelong love for music.
Your piano teacher specialities
Improvisation
Chord Theory
Concepts learning
Test prep
Piano Technique
Ear training
Scales and Arpeggios
Performance Skills
Rhythm and Timing
Sight Reading
Upskilling
Music theory

Piano concept taught by Hailey
Hailey Goodwin led Raymond Garza through piano exercises, focusing on pieces like "In the Hall of the Mountain King," "Arabesque," and revisiting "Clair de Lune." They worked on note accuracy, finger placement, and rhythm, with Hailey providing sheet music and technical guidance. They scheduled their next lesson and discussed Hailey sending annotated sheet music for further practice.
Memory Exercises in Music
Chord Progressions and Finger Placement
Sheet Music Reading
Staccato Notes
Hailey Goodwin tutored Esther Bia in a piano lesson, where they practiced several songs, focusing on dynamics, hand positions, and note accuracy. Esther worked on pieces like "Money Can't Buy Everything," "When the Saints Go Marching In," "Join the Fun," "Papa," and began "The Clown." Esther was assigned to practice "Papa" and the first line of "The Clown" for the next session.
Flats in Music
G Position on the Piano
Dynamic Markings in Music
Reading Music - Note Identification
Note Writing and Recognition
Hands Together Coordination
Staccato Notes
G Position
Hailey Goodwin guided Ambrose through piano practice, focusing on problem areas in "Golden Hour" and beginning instruction on "Piano Man." They covered chords, scales, and specific measures in both songs. Ambrose's homework is to print out the sheet music for "Piano Man."
Golden Hour Chorus
Chord Inversions
Grace Notes
Piano Man Intro Chords
C Major Scale
Hailey Goodwin taught Calil piano, working through songs in the level 1D book. They focused on note reading, rhythm, finger placement, and the introduction of sharp and staccato markings. Calil practiced several songs, including "The Sound," "The Cuckoo," "Money Can't Buy Everything," "Ping Pong," and "Grandpa's Clock," with Hailey providing guidance and corrections.
Repeat Sign
Hand Coordination
Note Reading
Staccato
Sharp Sign
Hailey Goodwin led Arunima through a piano lesson focusing on sight-reading and coordination, particularly with the left hand. They worked on pieces like "Sailor's Tall Tale," "French Minute," and "Ode to Joy," with Hailey providing guidance on notes, rhythm, and musical notation. Arunima was assigned to practice the reviewed pieces, focusing on improving left-hand technique and hand coordination in "Ode to Joy."
Rhythm and Note Recognition
Note Highlighting
Stem Direction
Phrasing Lines
Hand Coordination
Types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in piano classes
Quizzes
Subtitled media
Dictation tools
Presentations
Assessments
Practice worksheets
Chord Diagram Apps
DAWs
Ear Training Software
Backing Track Libraries
Piano Tuner Apps
Student types for piano lessons
School
College
Adult/Professionals
All levels
Interactive piano lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining

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