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"Musicologie teachers are outstanding. They meet you where you are, build confidence, and build technical skills. But most importantly it’s fun!"

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Piano Lessons

Musicologie® is how modern music education should be. Take piano lessons in person at our Cleveland Heights studio or online with an expert Musicologie Cleveland Heights teacher. All ages and abilities.

How Piano Lessons Work

At Musicologie Cleveland Heights, most of what we do is private lessons and piano is one of our main focuses. The piano is an amazing, magical instrument. It’s the perfect place for most students to start. Piano teaches technique and dexterity, theory and note reading, and provides a simple, linear road map of how music works. Once you have that foundation, you can take it anywhere: from impressive classical pieces, to your favorite pop song, to adding another instrument to your resume. Piano lessons are absolutely the best way for every music lover to immerse themselves in music.

How old does my child need to be for piano lessons?

We have a rule of thumb: If your child is excited about playing music now, they should start now. Most piano students can start as young as four years old. For kids younger than four who are excited about music, we have Musicologie Junior. Many of our teachers specialize in early childhood music education. They have the skills, patience and demeanor to help young students grow.

What about adult beginners?

Yes! We love adults who are up for the challenge of learning to play a instrument. It's hard work but so rewarding. And it won't take as long as you think to be able to play your favorite songs! We'll help guide you towards your goals and won't make you do endless scales or theory exercises if that's not what you're into.

Lessons For Experienced Piano Players

What about lessons for experienced piano players? If you have played before, you probably have a good idea of what you want to work on. We'll match you with one of our advanced piano teachers. Some have doctorates and decades of experience teaching at the collegiate level. Some have masters degrees in piano pedagogy or have toured professionally as jazz sidemen. We offer a world-class, university level piano education.

What to Expect from Piano Lessons at Musicologie Cleveland Heights

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Your First Piano Lesson at Musicologie Cleveland Heights

The first step is to attend your first piano lesson. You can sign up online, or contact us at 216-260-6006⁩. You can attend your lesson online over video, or in person at the Cleveland Heights studio at 3473 Fairmount Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44118. We call the first lesson an assessment. But don't worry - it's not a test! It's a chance for us to get to know you, what your goals are and how best to help you achieve what you want. Plus it's a chance for you to get to know us!

Our Studio

At the studio you'll meet our Community Manager and your teacher who will guide you through process. You'll receive a welcome folder with prices and policies, a practice guide and a practice log. You'll spend about 30 minutes getting set up, learning about Musicologie, talking to you teacher about your goals and playing your piano. Your teacher will recommend a curriculum for you, and then, you'll sign up for ongoing voice lessons. You can choose from 30, 45 or 60 minute private lessons. You can also join a band through our RockStars® program. Then, start practicing!

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Music Education Programs

Our Philosophy Of Education

We are driven by a set of unifying principles that guide every lesson, every class, and every interaction.

We Start Early

Research shows the earlier you start, the more lifetime benefits you receive from studying music.

We Teach Life Skills

Music is awesome! It teaches so many things: emotional intelligence, discipline, self-awareness, motor skills, dexterity and more.

We Teach the Process of Learning

We focus on the process rather than the product, facilitating discovery rather than dictating information. We teach how to learn, not just what to learn.

Our Responsibility

We know a student's success is our responsibility. It's our job to make lessons engaging, fun, and easy to be excited about.

We Believe in Immersion + Exploration

All our lessons and classes are experiential and immersive, fun and exciting!

We Assume Good Intentions

We grow the trust, mutual respect and confidence of our students by assuming good intentions from everyone.

We Encourage Mistakes

Making mistakes is what learning is. You try something, make mistakes, and try again. We encourage mistakes so our students are excited to take risks and try new things.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We want you to have total confidence that Musicologie Cleveland Heights is the right place for you or your child to start, or continue your musical journey. So we've collected the most frequently asked questions about our music lessons, our programs, and what it's like learning music at Musicologie.

What is the Musicologie Method™?

The Musicologie Method™ is rooted in two things: a safe environment, and education through play. Research tells us these two elements are key components of the way everyone learns, from kids through adults.

In music lessons, a safe environment means a place where you feel free to be who you are, encouraged to play the music you enjoy, and excited to try new things. Education through play means having fun playing your instrument! That's why it's called playing music! We use games and strategies to help our music students make serious progress while enjoying the process.

What ages does Musicologie teach?

We teach all ages. Many of our students are between the ages of 5 and 12, but we teach toddlers and we teach many adults, too! Our toddler music class is called Musicologie Junior and starts at 6 months. Private lessons start at 5. We also have a rock band class called Rockstars where students ages 7+ learn to be rock stars and play at local venues!

We also have member workshops, open mics, and concerts for all our students, including adults! At Musicologie Cleveland Heights, not only can you learn an instrument from an amazing, friendly, certified teacher, but you can meet other musicians and join a community of music explorers!

How do I sign up for lessons?

Get started here by answering a few questions. We'll match you with a teacher and find a time that works for ongoing lessons. The first lesson is called an assessment lesson.

What's a lesson membership?

A lesson membership is how you sign up for your weekly lesson or class at Musicologie. Your membership fee is billed monthly. The price depends on which lessons or classes you're enrolled in.

Can I do lessons every other week?

Sure, we offer drop-in lessons for students who can't commit to a weekly lesson.

What if I start in the middle of the month?

You will be charged a prorated amount for the remaining days in the month and then you’ll go into our automated system and be billed on the 1st of each month for the upcoming month.

How do I withdraw from lessons?

To withdraw from lessons, you must give 30 days advance notice by filling out our online exit form. This is the only way to withdraw. Contact us for the exit form.

What curriculum does Musicologie use?

We know that you'll stay more engaged by learning music you love and you'll grow faster by using what you've learned in your lessons in performances. We'll take our own Musicologie Method, along with traditional method books like Suzuki, Alfred's, Faber, etc., and combine that with contemporary music you're excited about with the goal of performing in one of our ensembles, group classes, or at one of our concerts.

Do I need my own instrument?

Not for your first lesson. We have instruments at our studios you can use for the first few lessons. But after that you'll want to get your own instrument for practice at home. Your teacher will help you pick out the right one. We also have open practice hours so you can come in and use instruments and practice rooms at Musicologie during the week.

If you do have your own instrument, you should definitely bring it with you, as long as it's easily portable - leave your piano and drums at home 

What's an Assessment lesson?

An assessment lesson is what we call your first lesson. Don't worry, it's not a test! You'll come in, meet your teacher, talk about your goals, go through our policies and develop an individual curriculum. Every student does it regardless of age or ability. For very young students, an assessment is also a chance to see if they're ready for private lessons.

What are Musicologie's prices?

Each of our studios may have different prices, so get started here to learn more!

Can I reschedule a lesson if I can't come?

Of course! Here's how it works:

  1. Log into your account at Musicologie.com

  2. Find the lesson you want to change and select 'cancel' or 'reschedule' at least 24 hours before the lesson. Musicologie Junior and Accelerated Labs can be canceled or rescheduled up to 30 minutes before the class.

  3. The canceled lesson will remain in your account to reschedule at any point in the future.

  4. If you withdraw from lessons, you can no longer reschedule any lessons you cancelled.

  5. If you re-enroll, any previously cancelled lessons will still be available in your account.

How do I pay for lessons?

When you sign up for lessons, your credit card or debit card will be automatically debited a flat fee each month on the 1st of the month. To withdraw, you need to provide us with 30-days notice by filling out a withdrawal form. Contact your teacher for the form.

Does Musicologie offer refunds?

Musicologie cannot offer refunds for any missed or unused lessons.

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Piano Teachers

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Caitlin D.
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Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Community Manager
My name is Caitlin DiFranco and I have been a music teacher for 6 years. I have a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Slippery Rock University and currently perform as a soprano in the Cleveland Orchestra Chorus. I am passionate about teaching music and specialize in voice and beginner piano instruction. I use the principles of vocal function to ensure my students are learning in the most effective way. I believe that anyone can learn to sing and proudly teach students of all ages, from early learners to adults. I am based in Cleveland Heights and have a passion for music education. I look forward to helping my students reach their goals and discover their love of music.
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Inna O.
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Piano
Musicologie Certified M5
Inna G. Onofrei (b. 1980) is an Armenian-American composer and pianist whose music bridges lyrical expression with classical and contemporary influences. She began her musical studies in Russia, where her early compositions earned several awards. After moving to the United States in 2002, she earned her Master of Music degree in Piano Performance and Composition from Cleveland State University. As an educator with over two decades of experience, Inna is dedicated to nurturing creativity and a lifelong love of music in students of all ages and abilities. Most recently, she published a piano album for children, combining artistry and accessibility to inspire young musicians.
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Bryan D.
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Piano, Trombone
Musicologie Certified M1
Bryan Daly is a passionate music teacher from Cleveland with an impressive educational background. He has been teaching piano, trombone, and voice for six years, and believes that everyone has the capacity to make music. He has degrees from Ohio University and Lakeland Community College, and is currently enrolled in courses at Case Western Reserve University. He has a focus on classical education, but encourages discussions into music theory, jazz, and pop music. He is a NATS qualifier from the Ohio state-level competition and the winner of the Great Lakes regional NATS competition in 2015. He loves helping others discover the joys of music and how it can enrich their lives.
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Gordan L.
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Violin, Viola, Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Gordan Liu is a graduate student at the Cleveland Institute of Music, studies viola with Lynne Ramsey, first assistant principal viola of the Cleveland Orchestra. Prior to that, he earned a bachelor's degree from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. As a classical music performer, he has performed at different venues, such as the Severance Music Center, Mixon Hall at CIM, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Hong Kong City Hall, Academy Concert Hall and Recital Hall in Hong Kong playing piano and string instruments. Gordan has premiered the M. Rozsa Viola Concerto with the Academy Symphony Orchestra in Hong Kong.
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Algernon L.
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Piano, Violin, Viola
Musicologie Certified M2
Algernon Lee joined Musicologie in 2024. He came from a musical family. His mother is also a piano teacher and his father was a violin maker and restorer. Algernon started learning piano when he was four and violin when he was seven. He received his Bachelor of Music degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) in 2013 and Master of Music degree from CIM again in 2016. After he received his master degree, he continued to improve his violin performing skill at CIM and received his Professional Studies diploma in 2018. Algernon has taught many music students from the age of 5 to the age of 70 since 2007. For him, helping his students to become the musicians they dream to be is one of the most meaningful things in his life.
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Kari J.
She/her
Clarinet, Saxophone, Recorder, Bassoon, Oboe, Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Community Manager
Oboist and saxophonist Kari Jenks has a Master of Music degree in Oboe Performance at Lynn Conservatory in Boca Raton, Florida. She studied with Nathan Hughes, former principal oboist of the Metropolitan Opera and Joe Robinson, former principal oboist of the New York Philharmonic. Kari had maintained a private woodwind studio while freelancing in South Florida. At Musicologie, Kari teaches all reed instruments, specializing in saxophone, clarinet, double reeds, and piano.
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Kaitlin N.
She/her
Piano, Flute, Recorder
Musicologie Certified M3
Kaitlin Nordstrom is a passionate music educator from Cleveland, Ohio. She has a bachelor degree from Kent State University in music education with a minor in world music. She also holds a full certification in the Orff-Schulwerk music education method. She loves teaching instrumental lessons (piano, flute) and general music (Musicologie Junior). In her free time, Kaitlin loves to read, hike, and learn new instruments by exploring all genres of music, from pop to bluegrass to jazz.
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Dora L.
She/her
Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Hi! My name is Dora and I’m a classically trained vocalist. I received my BA in Music from Duquesne University and a Music Education Certificate from Carnegie Mellon University, where I specialized in choral music. Over the years, I’ve had the chance to explore many different styles of music, from folk and jazz to musical theatre and pop. I've worked in numerous ensembles of many diverse genres, I even had the chance to tour the country! I’m excited to share my knowledge and love of music with my students!
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Palmer S.
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Piano, Voice
Musicologie Certified M1
Hello, my name is Palmer Stillio. I am a graduate from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor's degree is Music Education where I got to study under the best of the best. I specialize in teaching Voice and Piano. Growing up I was fortunate enough to perform on many different stages doing many different things whether is was a musical, an opera, a choir, a band, a show choir, or solo performances. I want to use my knowledge and experiences to help grow others' musicianship, no matter the age or the reason!
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Brooke L.
Violin, Viola, Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Brooke is an accomplished musician and educator. Winner of competitions including the Charleston International Music Competition and recipient of the Heartland Chamber Music Festival Scholarship, she served as concertmaster for the University of Tennessee Symphony Orchestra and played with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. Brooke is an adaptable teacher with a classical approach, experienced in both orchestra sectional and private settings. She holds a bachelor's degree in Violin Performance and Plant Sciences, with a minor in Entomology and Plant Pathology from the University of Tennessee. Currently, she is pursuing a Master of Music in Violin Performance at the Cleveland Institute of Music.
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