Rachel Waterman Studio, LLC - Private Piano Lessons

Private Piano Lessons with Mrs. Rachel

Nurturing Excellence through Connection & Curriculum

I believe the best musical education stems from a strong student-teacher relationship built on respect and joy. My studio combines high level teaching certifications with engaging, interactive play to help students exceed their piano goals and build lifelong confidence.

My Teaching Philosophy

Comprehensive Foundations: We cover the "backbones" of piano: note reading, theory, technique, rhythm, and music history.
Engaging Pedagogy: Lessons include interactive games, student-requested pieces, duets, and composition.
Certified Expertise: As a Certified RCM Piano Specialist, I integrate Royal Conservatory of Music standards alongside Faber, WunderKeys, Alfred and Pronto methods.

The Student Experience

To ensure steady progress, every student follows a structured growth plan:

B.E.R.N.S. Routine: Tailored home practice focusing on Body, Exercise, Rhythm, Notes, and Skills.
Assessments: Brief check-ins three times a year to celebrate progress in technique and theory.
Consistent Support: Weekly follow-up emails for parents and students, monthly themed challenges, and clear practice trackers.
Flexible Access: Online lessons are available for illness or by request. Independent curriculum is provided if a lesson is missed.

Studio Logistics & Availability

Ages: Kindergarten (5) through High School (18)
Location: In-home studio off Valley Center (Traveling lessons available upon discussion)

Academic Year (Labor Day – Memorial Day)

Guarantee: 32 lessons per academic year.
Duration: 15-minute to 60-minute weekly lessons
Schedule: Daytime Monday–Thursday (After school slots are currently full; contact me to be placed on the waitlist!)
Break Schedule (follows Belgrade Schools): No lessons during October Break, Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Years, & Spring Break

Summer Term (June – August)

Lessons: Summer Piano Lessons are optional, without a retainer
Flexibility: Pay-per-lesson pricing with various scheduling
Holiday: No lessons around the 4th of July.

Performance Opportunities

I encourage all students to share their gift through various performance venues:

Formal Recital: Held each May at a local church.
Community: December performance at a local rest home.
Digital Presence: Two video performances per year.

Investment

Pricing: Monthly or Semester pricing available.
Fees: Annual materials fee + books as needed.

Ready to start? Contact Mrs. Rachel to schedule your FREE Intro Lesson and discuss scheduling.