WELCOME TO DMS

Here are some informative documents to help you and your student get acclimated quickly to 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), Online Lessons Preparation (for when you can't be there in person), and much more. Click on the images below to download the documents that pertain to you.

What to Expect at Your First Lesson (Kids & Teens)

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 Expect at Your First Lesson (Adults)

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Adult students also need to know what to expect at piano lessons as well as what's expected of them. All your questions are answered 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.

Online and Video Lessons Instructions

While in-person lessons are preferred, you have options when you can't attend a lesson because of a scheduling conflict, inclement weather, or illness. This handy guide will help you and your student be completely prepared for an online or video lesson should the need arise.

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.