Learning how to play even a simple song on a piano, in short, involves the following:

A symbol recognition, understanding; information synthesis and processing with practical application/execution using the keyboard. This process often described as "demanding timed multitasking" transforms the "cluster of symbols" (musical notation) into a "finished project" (composition, song) via a complex process that involves manual-to-brain and multi-sensory coordination, requiring and developing the timing, sensitivity and fine motor skills; followed by the technical mastery and memorization, and leading to a live presentation 

(i. e recital or exam performance of the learned song).

A small sample from the large pool of scientific evidence on the value of music education:

At the University of California School of Medicine in San Francisco, the research conducted by Dr. Frank Wilson shows that instrumental practice enhances coordination, concentration and memory and delivers a significant improvement in eyesight and hearing. 

His studies have shown that involvement in music connects and develops the motor systems of the brain, refining the entire neurological system in ways that cannot be done by any other activity. 

Dr. Wilson goes so far as to say he believes "music instruction is actually necessary for the total development of the brain". 

Longer they study, better the benefits: 

Piano lessons produce significant non-musical benefits:

• intellectual
• academic
• behavioural
• social
• health benefits

Does it all come at once?

While even a year or two of piano study makes a difference, all these positive attributes affect and shine over the years of consistent study in a supportive environment. Contrary to that which is taught to our children by our "touch-screen" society, the most worthwhile accomplishments in life take months, years of concentrated effort. The effort that pays off.

Our students are welcomed with our friendly, fun, positive and considerate teaching approach. Yet, let's be frank: Piano study is not the easiest extracurricular activity but is a rather complex, comprehensive and interactive process which...

• requires and improves perseverance, self-discipline, concentration, problem-solving, attention, aesthetic perception;
• teaches and develops patience, the laws of particles, learning strategies;
• builds creativity, poise, self-confidence, self-esteem, coordination and self-efficacy. 

Are we promoting the professional pianist path as a career choice? Only to those that truly feel that is the right fit for them. At Clarkson Piano, we are promoting piano study as a wonderful extracurricular activity that rewards a student with the joy of music-making for life! 

Anyone that plays the piano will tell you: It's fun! It's relaxing!

Playing the piano is about sharing, it's about good, quality time; it's about communicating, making friends ...it's about quality of life. Benefits are many: Personal fulfillment, entertainment, social interaction, cognitive improvement, mild mental and physical therapy, meditation - just to name a few. Whether you like upbeat or soft music, complex or simple tunes, performing alone or for other people, playing the piano is a fulfilling, uplifting, beautiful addition to everyone's life. 

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