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Charlie Chipmunk
Beginning the journey
(1–4 years)
Beginning the journey
(1–4 years)
Herbie Hippo
Solid and experienced
(5-9 Years)
Solid and experienced
(5-9 Years)
Leo Lion
Leading the pack
(10+ Years)
Leading the pack
(10+ Years)
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Marcia Johnson
BA
Lindon
UT
84042
United States
I specialize in setting a good foundation.
Shirk Music Studio
Fredericksburg
VA
22407
United States
I teach piano, organ, and music theory. I believe that every student deserves the chance to play well, to learn and develop a skill that can last a lifetime!
Wendy pearce
BA (Hons) music & Piano Teachers Course - distinction 2025
London
Se1 0fh
England
Making music is at the heart of my lessons. I build strong musical foundations, fostering creativity, and helping students develop confidence in their musicianship. They are given a solid grasp of musical knowledge and theory, combined with great rhythm, technique, improvisation and ear training.
Joy Wojnarowski
Nova
Ohio
44859
United States
I have taught piano for over 15 years, I love creative play, and using games to teach theory. I guide students to practice well and coach them to be well rounded in many styles of music.
Dana McCabe
Portland
OR
97229
United States
I teach both online and in-person lessons. While I am very successful with all levels and ages of students, I really excel at teaching very young beginners. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education and a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education and both serve me very well in my studio.
Niccole Modell
Masters Degree, Member MTAC and NFMC
Camarillo
CA
93012
United States
Based in Camarillo, CA, Niccole Modell helps students grow as confident, expressive musicians through the Piano Safari approach, blending creativity with strong technical foundations.
Joanne Snowden
Member of ISM
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 3JL
United Kingdom
Piano lessons are fun and engaging and include a variety of activities and materials. Students say time flies and they are surprised when their lesson is over! Children learn when they are enjoying themselves and are given the chance to explore with music.
Karin Swanson
San Jose
CA
95125
United States
I'm a classically trained piano teacher providing private lessons for students ages 5 through adult. I focus on strong technique, beautiful tone, creativity, and confident music reading, helping students grow into expressive, motivated, and joyful musicians.
Ana Yoder Coulter
Goshen
IN
46526
United States
I teach piano holistically, believing that genuine learning, creativity, and musical expression will be the natural outcome of a student-centered approach to teaching students of any age and ability. I strive to equip students to understand, appreciate, and express music for a lifetime.
Amy Morgan
Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from Belmont University
Robertsdale
AL
36567
United States
Note: I have listed my home address, but I teach private lessons at two different schools.
I enjoy using Piano Safari as this method appeals to a child’’s imagination. It allows the teacher to enter the child’s world of play and begin with great technique from the very start.
Alexander Seman
M.A.T., B.M.
Little Rock
Arkansas
72202
United States
I teach piano, violin and cello, and utilize piano safari as a way of instilling as much creativity and fun within a rigorous curriculum as I can.
Martha Rogowsky
Salem
Ohio
44460
United States
I’ve been teaching piano for over 45 yrs. I use incentive programs, games, summer piano camp, and other things to help them learn. I use Piano Adventures, Safari, Compose Create , Melody Bober, Robert Vandall, etc. 30 students presently.
The Atkinson Piano Studio
NCTM
Marietta
Ohio
45750
United States
All levels are welcome! We are equipped with the latest technology to offer you both in person and online lessons as well as open up a world of endless possibilities. We love playing together. Students often have the opportunity to work together.
Torey Zachary
B.Mus., A.R.C.T., L.L.C.M., RMT
Vancouver
BC
V6R 1N8
Canada
Whether lessons are in-person or virtual, students learn rhythm, note reading, and improvisation from day 1 so they are prepared to learn music they love! Increase technical proficiency, learn effective practice strategies, and enjoy a comfortable environment geared to your interests and goals.
Adriana Pichardo Gallas
Título de Profesora de Piano, ENA en Cuba 1998. Título superior de pedagogía. CONSMUPA. Máster del profesorado. España.
Oviedo
Asturias
33012
España
Imparto clases de piano a niños, adolescentes y adultos. En mis clases utilizo una gran variedad de recursos didácticos para hacerlas amenas y creativas. Actualmente trabajo con la metodología de Piano Safari y ABRSM. También utilizo recursos de la MLT de E. Gordon.
Music For Life Piano Studio - Melissa Slocum
Suwanee
GA
30024
United States
Encouragement is at the heart of everything I do. I help grow and support Creatives so their work impacts their communities in the most profound ways. Students are driven by their goals and the music they love. Healthy, Individualized Instruction which Motivates & Engages.
Kelli Stegman
Mason
OH
45040
United States
With more than 19 years of experience, I strive to inspire every student to become an independent musician with a lifelong love and appreciation for music. In a supportive environment, we work together to achieve students' musical goals.
Brandon Bascom Music
NCTM, DMA
Clovis
CA
93619
United States
It is my vision to help students improve by incorporating principles I have learned from great teachers that I have found to be successful. I bring as much as I can from my experience in teaching, performing both as a soloist and collaboratively, from course work and my years of lessons.
Patti A Ribertson
NCTM
Kennewick
Wa
99337
United States
I have taught piano for 50 years and was thrilled to discover Piano Safari at an MTNA conference. I teach all ages and ability levels and have had many young beginners in the last few years.
Pianorama
Ph.D.
Jackson
New Jersey
08527
United States
I offer private piano lessons and theory lessons for children and adults, at the beginner to early advanced levels. Students learn to play with technical proficiency so they can express themselves freely and artistically. Technique, Sight Reading, Theory, Ear Training and Recitals.
Blanchard Piano Studio
NCTM
Park Hall
MD
20667
United States
I teach piano to all ages and proficiency levels. My students participate in many local and state events with the Maryland State Music Teachers Association as well as the Royal Conservatory of Music Practical Assessments. Students can also take advantage of weekly Music Mind Games classes.
Emily Mefort Music Studio
Lincoln
Ne
68516
United States
I offer group classes and private lessons with a focus on learning piano with fun and friends.
Ann DuHamel
DMA, NCTM
Morris
MN
56267
United States
While I currently teach at the collegiate level, I have a small private studio, and often use the Piano Safari method with these students. I teach a unit on Piano Safari when I offer my elementary methods of piano pedagogy class. I focus on technical development, musical artistry, and joy of process
Lois Trego, Teacher of Piano
Conroe
TX
77384
United States
BM, MM Piano Performance, Boston University.
Taught for 45 years college. Delighted with your research and publications—pedagogically rich, beautifully illustrated, and printed on good paper, too! No social media as my studio is full with students by referral.
Windy Street Music Studio
Swift Current
SK
S9H4K8
Canada
I teach piano, guitar and vocal. And I love creative ways to connect with students of all kinds. Piano Safari has become the central curriculum for my younger students as they enjoy the course and I enjoy the way it resonates with them and with me.
Pebble and Stone Music Studio
Ed.D.; S.P.C.
Skokie
Illinois
60077
United States
As a dedicated piano teacher, I guide students toward becoming well-rounded musicians. Lessons are designed to help students develop artful musicianship, healthy piano technique, and deep theoretical understanding. Piano Safari is my preferred curricular resource for engaging beginners.
Melissa McMahan
MM
Silver Spring
MD
20902
United States
I love to teach with warmth, curiosity, and an eye out for the skills that will help students become lifelong musicians, whether it's in a packed concert hall or their own living room. Music is a joyful and creative thing, so lessons should be, too!
Janna Williamson
NCTM
West Chicago
IL
60185
United States
I teach piano to pre-college students of all levels, using Piano Safari as my main beginner method of choice.
Schwemmer Studio
NCTM
Huntsville
AL
35802
United States
I primarily teach reading in rhythm.
Mrs. Lola Carroll
Louisville
KY
40205
United States
I teach piano with a focus on creativity as well as technique. I teach all ages from 5+ to 80. I’m very warm and positive. We have performing classes We’re both older and younger students every six weeks on Sun. evenings.
Creative Keys, LLC
Tucson
AZ
85741
United States
Creative Keys is delighted to use the Piano Safari method as our foundation for young musicians. Our small group classes help students grow as musicians while developing their ensemble skills from the very first lessons!
Barbara Finlay
Kyle
Texas
78640
United States
I teach piano to a few students, mostly young beginners, but with some adults or older beginners. After Covid hit, I lost most students and am now trying to increase my studio again. I love Piano Safari for its rote pieces that allow the student to start playing right away.
Music with Brandi
Lagrange
KY
40031
United States
I help beginning musicians achieve confidence, creativity, and a foundational love of music to last a lifetime.
Mackenzie Hunter
Dromore
Northern Ireland
BT25 1AJ
United Kingdom
I teach in a music school and currently completing a ‘TopMusic’ certification course. I have been teaching for 8 years in Northern Ireland and teach from ages 6 to 100.
Noteable Notes Music Academy, LLC
NCTM
Wheaton
IL
60187
United States
We offer private and group lessons using the piano safari method for beginning students ages 2.5 through 7 years old. We also have private lessons with piano safari books and methods for older students.
DuBois Music Studio
Fayetteville
NC
28303
United States
My degree is in Early Childhood Education with a Music Secondary. I have played piano for 45 years and taught piano lessons for over 25 years. I especially enjoy teaching beginners through late intermediate levels. Piano Safari lays a wonderful foundation for young musicians and I love using it!
MARILYN MAY PRICE
AIRMTNZ
Hokitika
Westland
7810
New Zealand
I have taught music since 1994 and became registered in 2010. I am a trained Primary teacher but now only teach music privately. The instruments I teach are mainly Piano and classical guitar but also singing, ukulele and recorder. I love teaching and have special needs students as well.
Kimia’s Piano Lessons
MM
Jersey City
New Jersey
07311
United States
With over nine years of experience teaching students of all ages and levels, I create personalized lesson plans that cater to each student's unique needs and goals. I have a particular interest in working with students with performance anxiety and ADHD helping them direct their energy and creativity
Sara Bevis
Minnetonka
MN
55345
United States
I am a highly invested teacher and love teaching students aged 5 and up. Keyboard and theory skills are taught along with a balanced sight-reading approach that is complimented by chord-based playing skills and rote teaching. Performances are offered throughout the year to help with goal-setting.
Sherri Lynn Nicholson
MTNA
Ankeny
IA
50023
United States
I teach all Piano Pedagogy Courses at Faith Baptist Bible College. I supervise the Music Academy of our upper class students. We use your method for some of our students. I promote your materials to all pedagogy students.
Piano Lessons with Ms. Cheryl
Jacksonville
FL
32256
United States
I teach piano to ages 4-94 with an emphasis on beginners. I have used Safari Friends successfully as well as PIano Safari levels 1 and 2 with great success. We work on learning to read notes using landmark notes and we use plenty of rote playing as well to help the students feel success.
Debbie Clementson
St. George
Utah
84790
United States
I teach private piano lessons in my home. I also teach on line students. The Piano Safari method has become my favorite for beginner students and beyond. My goal in teaching is to create a love for playing the piano and creating music.
