Piano lessons for children can be a great introduction into the world of music, or can be a way of encouraging your child if they are already showing an interest in playing the piano. Search for children’s piano lessons near you using the button at the top of this page.

There is no minimum age for starting to learn the piano, but many instructors would suggest your child gets used to the instrument before starting formal lessons, even if it’s just familiarity with the sight, touch and sound. Typically the ideal age for children to start piano lessons is around 6-10 years old. Although there’s no minimum age limit, children under this age should be allowed to explore and learn the piano in a fun and playful way on their own before taking lessons. Familiarity with the instrument is important and can be encouraged from a young age before structured lessons are introduced.

If you’re not sure whether your child is old enough or ready for piano lessons, keep in mind that they will need to know the difference between left and right and they will also need to know and understand the alphabet. This is so that their tutor can give instructions on the notes and keys to play and which hand should be used to play them. 

There are many mental, social and physical benefits to learning to play the piano:

• Enhances concentration – to play the piano you must use both hands, use your feet to work the pedals, read music and listen to the outcome to make adjustments to the sound. The ability to split your concentration in this way helps to fine tune the mind and makes multitasking easier in other aspects of work or life
• Stimulates the brain – studies have shown that playing music helps to stimulate the brain in ways that other activities or exercises cannot. This keeps the brain healthier and the mind active, making it easier to learn new skills too
• Improves communication – there are many aspects of a piano lesson that improve a child’s communication skills. Such as learning to listen to the instructor and apply the information, communicating any difficulties in a way that allows the tutor to help, accepting feedback and accepting constructive criticism in a positive manner
• Calm and relaxation – playing the piano can be a great way to calm the mind, relax from other worries and generally relieve stress
• Posture, hand muscles and motor skills – playing the piano correctly can help to improve the musicians general posture, strengthen hand muscles, lower blood pressure and help to develop fine motor skills 
• Self confidence – the confidence gained by learning any new skill is invaluable, especially one as difficult but rewarding as the piano