WELCOME TO PIANO EXPRESS AT DMS

Here are some informative documents to help you and your student get acclimated quickly to Piano Express at Dana Martin Studio and piano lessons in general. Effective Practice Strategies, How to Be a Helpful and Supportive Piano Parent (even if you don't play piano yourself), Lesson Rescheduling (for when you can't make it to your next lesson), and much more. Click on the images below to download the documents that pertain to you.

What to Expect at Your First Lesson

It can be a little intimidating to go to a new place and meet a new teacher. This overview lets students know what to expect at piano lessons when they come to Dana Martin Studio for the first time and each following lesson.

What to Know About Piano Express

This document contains various questions and answers regarding the Piano Express program. Instructions on operating the software, lesson structure overviews and more can be found here.

Effective Practice Routine for Kids K-5

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This short document lets your child know how to prepare for piano practice at home, how to establish a daily routine, tools to always have handy, and much more.

Effective Practice Routine for Teens and Adults

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When you prepare for piano practice every day with focus, tools, and specific goals in mind, you achieve your music goals much faster. Download this handy reference to help you always have a successful and effective practice session.

What Parents Need to Know About Piano Practice

Piano lessons are a big commitment for anyone, especially a child. This practical guide will help make piano practice at home as pain-free as possible with a little planning and oversight, even if you don't play piano yourself.

What Your Tuition Covers

Piano lessons are a major investment in time and resources for the student and the parents. Piano lessons are also a major investment of time and resources for the teacher, even when your student isn't at a lesson. Here's a snapshot of how you and your student benefit from your investment in piano lessons.