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Music that lasts a lifetime
Learn piano the RIGHT way at Chesapeake Piano in Annapolis, MD. We teach the musical skills and theory concepts required to play Classical, Pop, and Jazz piano.
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There are no short cuts or memorization tricks. Students learn the reading and vocabulary skills they need to play piano and any other instrument they are interested in learning by an educated and highly experience teacher.
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Don't spend years of lessons only to find you still can't read, count music, or understand any of the musical markings on the page.
The Chesapeake Piano Curriculum is aligned with AP Music Theory and The Royal Conservatory Program.
Lessons are customized for All Ages. Music Theory and AP theory integration. All levels Beginning to Advanced are taught at Chesapeake Piano.
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Call or email to schedule a free consultation to learn more about our Piano Curriculum.
Review from a mom of two
If you're looking for someone who is an excellent instructor, builds high-level skills, and is also kind to teach you or your children piano, you can stop here! Suzanne is incredible.
After trying other instructors in the area, I was beginning to despair that I could find someone to teach my elementary-aged children in a way that was organized, positive, and had an actual long-term plan (bonus: her students' journeys are all customized to them- no one-size-fits all!). A friend of a friend recommended Suzanne; five minutes into our initial meet, my oldest turned around and mouthed, "YES!" to me.
Suzanne has taught my oldest two children for a couple of years now, and their progress, knowledge, and ability to apply their musicality in other areas like ballet is amazing.
Not only is Suzanne professional and experienced, she is enthusiastic and has a big heart for her students' growth.
Suzanne teaches to the Royal Conservatory Program and has high standards and expectations (more than our past instructors), yet goes above and beyond to make things fun - because isn't that the way we learn best? She has games, projects, challenges, and even informal gatherings throughout the year to play piano for a small audience in order to build up to the end-of-year formal recital with a large audience. My children especially love the Halloween Recital which is in costume, has a spooky treat and snack bar, and is when they play only for one another. The Christmas open house recital is another favorite, very low pressure and everyone ends up playing much more than they planned! Over the summer, lessons are scaled back if you like and this past year was a water theme that incorporated a lot of educational projects and lessons related to great classical pianists that kept things interesting and creative.
Overall, we cannot recommend Suzanne highly enough!! If you are serious about learning piano, she is the best in the area.
Katherine VanDam
Meet The Teacher
Suzanne holds a degree in piano performance with a specialized study in piano and a Master's degree in music from the University of Maryland at College Park. She is a college professor of music history, music theory, and piano. She has been a choir director, accompanist, and even the keyboardist in a rock band! She has over 30 years of teaching background. When she isn't teaching music Suzanne enjoys backpacking the Appalachian Trail.
Listen to Our Students
We are very happy with this teacher. She follows a regimen, has recitals and has rewards to keep the kids motivated. She has standards and makes our kid live up to them. I highly recommend her.
Stuart Fleming
Your search for a classical piano teacher ends here. Suzanne has decades of teaching and playing experience that she leverages to meticulously craft each lesson to the individual student. The result is highly-customized instruction giving every student the opportunity to thrive if they work hard.
Trevor Adriaanse
As an adult student I couldn't be happier working with Suzanne. I am challenged but it's still fun! If want to learn piano sign up today!
Aubrey Wanner