We strive to provide a joyful and engaging experience at the piano for all students. Each lesson is a collaborative learning experience between student and teacher. Students learn sound musicianship from the earliest years that moves them toward independent life skills at the piano.
With this approach, students may pursue piano and music at advanced levels (see our Artist Musician Program) or simply have the ability to make and understand music to live a more-enriched life.
Regular private piano study is perfect for people at any level or amount of interest:
- Children and youth beginners, K-12 (consider our Piano Detectives Club program for beginners ages 5 and 6).
- Adult beginners and “restarters.”
- College students (non-piano majors continuing study beyond high school or beginners).
- College non-piano music majors needing help with class piano.
- Parents studying to be able to help their students learn.
- Piano hobbyists.
Piano Literature
For regular private piano study, our teachers choose from a rich assortment of piano literature — classical, popular, jazz, and sacred — to name a few, to weave together a well-rounded program for each student that includes theory and technique as well.
Performance Opportunities
Performance Club: For two weeks of the year, private lessons are replaced by Performance Club, an opportunity for solo performance and the chance to experience additional coaching in a group setting. These special classes include activities designed to strengthen performance and listening skills. Students will sign up for their preferred class via an online form distributed by email a few weeks before class.
Recitals: Four are offered each year: Halloween Costume Concerts, Winter Recitals in December, and two more performance opportunities in the spring. The first offers a unique musical experience as students perform in ensembles with parents, siblings, family friends, or with other students from the Music Clubhouse. At the final Spring Recital, students are recognized for their achievements during the year. On each recital weekend, there are multiple concert times – students may choose the time that fits best with their family’s schedule..
Auditions and Competitions: Music Clubhouse students may participate in a number of events that allow students to receive critique or to compete for opportunities to advance and play in special performances. Though teachers might recommend that students participate in certain events, the final decision to enter is always made by the student and family. They require extra preparation from the student and often require an entry fee. The instructor will make these opportunities available to students as appropriate. These opportunities include offerings of the Kansas City Music Teachers Association, such as Music Progressions (an annual performance evaluation and theory test).
Enrollment Details
Our Music Clubhouse year runs August through July. During that period, students receive 40 private lessons and two Performance Club classes (one in October and one in April). The Music Clubhouse will enroll new students throughout the year as the schedule permits. Teachers have an informal interview with new students to review their previous study, if applicable, and place them at appropriate levels using piano study materials best suited for their needs.
Need more information or ready to sign up? Please email contact@musicclubhouse.com with questions or to schedule an interview.
Private Piano Program (August-July)
• 40 private lessons (30, 45 or 60 minutes in length, based on age and availability).
• 2 Performance Club classes (50-60 minutes in length, depending on class size).
Private piano 2026-2027 policies, and calendar (PDF)
Program costs: Varies, depending on length of each lesson, number of weeks in the program, and level of instructor.
Private Piano Lessons Policies
Tuition and the MakeMusic Payment System
Tuition for private piano lessons/Performance Club classes is paid in 12 monthly installments beginning in August 2026 and continuing through July 2027.
We use an electronic system called MakeMusic (formerly called Fons) to collect tuition. At the time of enrollment, you will be prompted via email to set up your MakeMusic account. Your credit card information will be securely stored there, and your monthly installment will be automatically deducted from your bank account on the 5th day of each month.
Discontinuation
If a student needs to withdraw from lessons before an enrollment term is completed, the final payment will be a prorated amount that will include tuition for 30 days beyond the date of notification.
Materials and Other Supplies
Materials needed for lessons and classes vary according to the student’s level of ability and length of lesson. Books and other materials needed may be purchased through Amazon.com or through another publisher website. Teachers will send links via text or email when books and other materials need to be ordered.
Attendance
A year of study includes 40 private lessons and two Performance Club classes.
Students are encouraged to arrive promptly for lessons and classes. Teaching sessions will not extend past the scheduled ending time to compensate for late arrivals. No make-up lessons or classes will be given to compensate for a student’s absence, and no refund of fees will be made.
However, if a student wishes to participate in a “lesson swap,” they may request from the teacher the contact information of other participating students. Then, if the student finds a conflict with the scheduled lesson time, they may contact another student and arrange to swap lesson times that week. Students shall notify their instructor of the change once it has been confirmed.
Inclement Weather
In the event of an inclement weather closing, all affected students will be contacted. All classes and lessons canceled for this reason will be rescheduled.
Performance Club Classes
For two weeks of the academic year, The Music Clubhouse will hold Performance Club classes for all private students. These sessions include opportunities for solo performance and ensemble playing as well as activities for strengthening theory and aural skills.
During performance club weeks, students will NOT have their regularly scheduled private lessons but instead will attend a group class. These sessions will be about 60 minutes in length and will be offered throughout the entire week, Monday through Friday.
An online signup form will be distributed via email prior to Performance Club weeks. Multiple class times will be offered each day of the week, and each class will be taught by two Music Clubhouse teachers. Students will sign up for the performance club class that best suits their schedule. Each class will be limited to eight students.
Additional Recitals and Auditions
Some students may participate in recitals and auditions offered by organizations such as the Lawrence Accredited Music Teachers Association and the Kansas Music Teachers Association. These are in addition to the performance opportunities offered by The Music Clubhouse. These require extra preparation from the student and often require an entry fee. The instructor will make these opportunities available to students as appropriate.
Summer Study
In order to complete the 40-lesson year, students will need to take some of them in the summer. If a student will be away all summer and unable to take summer lessons they have the following options:
- Schedule a private lesson intensive (several lessons in a short period of time to work on specific literature, theory, or technique).
- Schedule online lessons while they are away.
- Schedule additional lessons during the academic year at times when they need extra guidance.
Need more information? Please contact us and we’ll answer any questions you may have or send you additional details about our programs.
