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Cost of Piano Lessons in Livermore?

What is the going rate for a 30 minute piano lesson in Livermore? My first grader has been playing for 1 year, so let's call it beginning to intermediate level. We currently pay $30 for 30 minutes, and our teacher is raising her rates to $35. This teacher is solid and covers the basics. She has 20 years of experience teaching music in public school. She doesn't do fancy recitals and national standards testing-- at least not for my first grader. We did not shop around when we chose her. Are we getting a good value? I'd also like to know the price difference for in-home vs. outside lessons.

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Although we live in San Ramon, I thought I'd share our piano lesson experience just as a point of comparison. Our very qualified and experienced piano teacher charges only $20 per 30 minute lesson. She teaches out of her home (we go to her) and she doesn't do recitals (that's ok with us). We are very pleased with her and the progress our 9 year old daugther is enjoying. I know you probably don't want to travel to SR for lesssons, but $35 per lesson seems high. If you're interested, I can provide you with the name and number of our teacher. Good luck!

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A dollar a minute is the going rate for quality experienced piano instruction. If your daughter is enjoying it and progressing then the value is there. Your not overpaying. With private lessons of this nature, often you get what you pay for. She sounds worth it.

I am not sure of the cost but I know a gal who is a privat piano instructor. I would definitely use her when my children are older. If you would like her information I will get it to you. Also, I know that CooleyKatz toy store in Livermore has a room where they offer piano lessons. Something to look into. Hope that helps.

Tuition sounds about right. At home should be about $5 more per session. But with gas prices sky rocketing, I can see teachers raising prices if they have to travel. Also, don't forget the cost of books that you sometimes have to reimburse the teacher for. Sometimes they tack on a fee for the convenience.

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