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High Point Music Studio: Inspiring Musicians Since 1991

Since 1991, High Point Music Studio has been a place where students grow their love for music. Many have sat on my bench, journeying through lesson books and discovering the joy of melodies on the page.

If you’re interested in starting lessons, now is a great time! I offer a free introductory lesson for any student joining the Piano Express Program  We simply add our younger students to the  programs for  that is right for them without the introductory lesson.  Simply register on the website and feel free to call or message me with any questions.

HPM Studio is located in my home in Valley Center, KS, where learning happens in a comfortable and inviting environment.

Our Programs

Little KeyNotes(Ages 4-5)

  • Designed for pre-readers, this play-based program introduces young learners to short two-bar phrases, five-finger positions, and music fundamentals.
  • Lessons are packed with songs, games, and hands-on activities that foster a love for music.

Storytellers(Ages 6+)

  • This program weaves piano lessons into engaging stories, with songs punctuating the narrative.
  • Students use musical elements and piano techniques to illustrate the story, building piano foundations through a pre-reader stave.

Piano Express(Ages 7-70)
Launched in our studio in September 2021, Piano Express offers a unique and innovative learning experience. We’re proud to be one of the first studios in the U.S. licensed to provide this incredible program.

What is Piano Express?

Piano Express combines cutting-edge tools to create a powerful learning environment for students of all ages. Lessons are structured as a weekly, one-hour small-group session divided into two halves:

1. Assessment

  • Students use digital pianos connected to laptops and headphones.
  • They log into their Piano Express account, where software assesses their accuracy in pitch and rhythm as they play along with MIDI-backed tracks.
  • Songs are scored on a scale, with 80+ points required to "pass."
  • The teacher provides support while students enjoy gamified, goal-oriented progress.
  • Accounts are accessible at home, allowing students to continue practicing with tutorial videos, backing tracks, and scoring tools.

2. Discovery

  • This segment includes a variety of activities: working in online workbooks, playing supplemental music, participating in games, or performing ensemble pieces.
  • Each class is unique and designed to enhance learning in fun and engaging ways.

Why Choose Piano Express?

  1. Gamified Progress: Students feel less performance anxiety and more excitement, as passing songs resembles a video game experience. This approach encourages independent problem-solving, faster learning, and purposeful at-home practice.

  2. Social Interaction: Learning in a group setting fosters encouragement, resilience, and the realization that effort leads to success. Students grow both musically and personally by observing and supporting their peers.

  3. Effective At-Home Tools: The Piano Express App equips students with song files, grading systems, and tutorial videos to make practice efficient, focused, and fun.

If you’re ready to embark on this musical journey, register on our website today. I look forward to meeting you and helping your student discover the joy of music!