I pushed my 5 year old to try piano as I wanted him to be familiar with reading music. I told him he just had to try once and if he didn't like it we didn't have to continue. I signed him up for a Kids n 'Keys trial class and he came out with a big smile on his face and said he loved it. I'm pretty sure he loved it at first because it was a group class and they played games, but after 6 weeks he's able to read a music and practices about 10-15 min a day on his own.
For a child that showed zero interest in piano, I'm elated that after a month of Kids n Keys, my child loves the challenge of reading and playing music and actually wants to practice vs me pushing him to practice.
Update (a year later):
My child is 6 now and graduated from kids and keys and is doing both private piano and guitar lessons. I love this program because they are so flexible and work really hard with parents to accommodate a modern day kid's schedule. We have other activities and sports and my son loves both piano and guitar but we couldn't do both with our schedule. They suggested we alternate instruments for his weekly lesson. I love this as he is able to pursue both instruments and has time to practice in between lessons. This also allows him
the time to decide which instrument he really wants to focus on when he's older.
Other things I LOVE about this program:
1. Jennifer (the Director): she is extremely organized and on top of all the classes, scheduling and billing. If your child is sick or you have a planned vacation
and need to arrange a make up class,
just send an email and it will be taken care of without a lot of back and forth. As busy parents, it's nice to deal with a business and person that is on top these details.
2. They have summer a la cart classes. With vacations, summer camps etc no need to worry about missing music class. Bach to Rock at this location will let you customize a schedule in the summer that meets your family's crazy schedule.
3. They track your child's progress online with a private account.
I like that I can see what my child covered in class and what he needs to practice online.
If you need a make up class and you're regular instructor isn't available,
Another instruct can teach the class and look at the just at the online notes.
4. The Showcases
B2R always regulars schedules "showcases" and gives your child an opportunity to perform in front of a small group of fellow students, parents and families. Even if my child decides not to pursue music in the future, I think it's a great experience to have the opportunity to stand up on a stage and develop confidence in front of a group. read more