I have been an adult student of the "Simply Music" method for a year and a half. I've been surprised at how quickly and easily the progress has come. Many of has had tried piano lessons before and never dreamed that we could be playing so many songs so quickly. And improvising too! And gaining an understanding of theory all along. Sheri is an advanced teacher, and coach to other Simply Music teachers too, and it's obvious one is in the presence of a master teacher. She makes learning fun and rewarding--we've been playing real songs by memory from the beginning without having had to start on the page (and now we are also reading relatively advanced pieces). Sheri is upbeat and positive and always ensures everyone in class receives an optimum experience of success. Though I was in an adult class, I sat in on some of the lessons for children as well (the program for 4-6 year old children is brilliant!) Sheri's ability to meet each student where they are at, and guide them successfully through the lessons is impressive. The beauty of this method is it's simplicity and the sneaky way they teach music theory without you even knowing you are learning it. If I had young children I would definitely enroll them at The Piano Place. I highly recommend you call! Brian M. Agoura Hills Ca. read more

I am very disappointed. Sheri wanted $600 in advance just to begin piano lessons. Average cost for piano lessons in person, NOT a group is about $30. Not only is she very pricey, she expects a huge down payment..... first month, last month, one time $25 enrollment fee. Not to mention the other necessary music materials that were a must which was another $50. She charges $40 for one single 30 min lesson that is a GROUP ZOOM lesson, with several kids. She was extremely inflexible, and nickle and dimes you to near death. After paying $199 for the first month, 1/2 of the 2nd month ( after much negotiation ), and $25 enrollment ) she never made a time a time to learn piano that was doable for our family. It had to be with a group which is nearly impossible to coordinate with other families. It seems she is very good at charging bogus charges and finding reasons NOT to return money that is rightfully not hers. Beware! read more

Sheri is an AMAZING teacher. I am also an adult student. This method- SIMPLY MUSIC - is for anyone one, adult or child, who ever tried traditional piano lessons and GAVE UP! Even better if you never played before! The Simply Music method is brilliant and allows fast progress with zero frustration. You learn to play songs immediately and retain what you learned. I can't say that about the traditional method. And Sheri makes learning fun for adults as well as children. She is an advanced teacher with years of experience in this method. I look forward to my lesson each week and an making amazing progress. I recommend at least trying it! read more

Not all Simply Music teachers are the same! I've taken lesson from another and come away with a 'Huh?' From the get go, I could tell that Sheri knew the' Simply Music' method inside out. She is passionate about Simply Music, and she is experienced teaching it. I am a senior who started with zero music/piano knowledge, and much trepidation. A year later, I am playing at Level 4 of Simply Music. I can sit down at a piano and play from memory. I can play classical pieces such as 'Ode to Joy', 'Minuet in G', 'Lullaby', and 'Sonata in C'. I can also play some blues, many contemporary pieces, plus, accompaniments to songs such as 'Star Spangled Banner', 'Auld Lang Syne' Now, Sheri is teaching me to read music, music rhythm, navigation skills. She unfailingly listens to my questions/problems and comes up with solutions. Sure, I have to practice everyday, but I am never bored nor discouraged. Sheri makes the learning process so interesting that I WANT to practice at home. I have observed children's classes. Sheri is fun, kindly and nurturing as she guides them through the lesson. She is never stern or ever intimidating. She teaches the material. I have never seen a child that was unhappy to be at Sheri's class. This has been such a year of steady progress, of self-affirmation, and of making my dreams come true. Thank you Sheri! Time to make YOUR dream come true! read more

We have been taking piano with Sheri for almost 3 years. My daughter started with the Play-A-Story method and it was so wonderful for a young child (5 years old) to understand the basics of piano, playing chords AND improvising, and not even know they are being taught. This is the method for you if you don't want your children to be bored with rote memorization of notes and reading music, this unique method and Sheri's love of teaching makes learning piano fun! They are still learning the notes and the chords at a very young age, but they are actually PLAYING music almost immediately which gives them the confidence and excitement you need to keep their interest! At age 5 she began with the chords and drawing stories and then 'played the story', on the piano, improvising what she drew using the chords she learned, etc. From there we are now playing songs like Ode to Joy, Amazing Grace and Fur Elise and many more, she is composing and playing duets. We are thrilled with my daughter's progress. Miss Sheri is very dedicated and enthusiastic and professional. I highly recommend Sheri to anyone! read more

Sheri is a natural and enthusiastic teacher and the programs she uses are really impressive. "Play A Story" has helped my 8yo daughter become very familiar with the entire keyboard and has helped develop her ear, her sense of rhythm, and her dexterity. Most of all it's been a fun, and an enriching part of her life. read more

One of my life goals has been to learn to play piano. Finally, at age 60, I decided it was time to finally DO it! I googled adult piano lessons and was so fortunate to find Simply Music and Sheri Reingold. I am a teacher and I find this method not only makes sense from a learning perspective, but is rewarding and so much fun. Sheri makes learning comfortable, and so enjoyable. After just a few months, I'm playing 10+ songs, composing, improvising and improving weekly. And enjoying the whole process with Sheri's guidance and expertise. I'm hoping to get my young grandchildren in her 4-6 year old program. If you've ever wanted to learn to play, I would highly recommend Sheri. I'm so happy I found her. read more

Sheri at Sheri's Piano Place is a wonderful teacher. She is knowledgeable about music, and especially so, about teaching children. She is using a fantastic and smart program that allows kids to experience almost immediately the joy of playing songs. There is also a component to Miss Sheri's teaching that allows kids to be creative with improv and the creation of their own music. I would highly recommend Sheri's Piano place to any parent searching for a teacher. read more

My 5 year old son and I have been attending Sheri's Simply Music program for over a year. My skepticism at her novel teaching method soon replaced by both relief and wonderstruck. I'm relief that my son and I are enjoying our practice time. It's exactly the opposite of the stern looks and tearful piano practice time that I so dreaded. I am wonderstruck by the ease at which my son picked up these musical concepts, internalize it, and mix them together. Sheri nurtured and encouraged both the little ones and the parents to experiment, to approach music not mechanically, but as an emotive language. Countless parents have tried to beat music into their children (be it piano or violin or any instruments), the Simply Music program seeks to instill the love of music, not as an abstraction, but as expressions of feelings, moods, colors..etc. My son's attention span continues to improve, and I use the music program as an incentive (yes you read that right, piano time = carrot) for him to behave. Here is the big disclaimer, your mileage will vary by the level of effort you are willing to invest: One parent is expected play the role of a coach for practice at home on a consistent basis. With only 5 or 10 minutes a day the results are amazing. I'm grateful to Sheri for introducing both my son & I to this hidden world of music, which will be a source of a lifelong discovery and pleasure. read more

I have always wanted to learn to play the piano. When I retired I decided now was the time. I didn't want to start with playing one note at a time, so I investigated and found Simply Music, and I found Sheri. With her skill and the program, I and two other adults who started with me, were playing songs from day one. It has now been several years, and with Sheri's guidance our skills continue to grow and grow. To sit down and play a beautiful piece of music is a life changing skill, and we have Sheri and Simply Music to thank. read more

Sheri is an amazing teacher! She has a lovely rapport with students. She is always encouraging! My children are learning so much music theory without even knowing it! Simply Music is a fantastic program, and Sheri teaches it beautifully! read more

Sheri makes learning to play the piano fun! Her encouragement, enthusiasm, patience and love of piano makes her a really wonderful teacher.

I am an adult student who always dreamed of playing the piano. Not until I was 55 years old did I get the chance to learn, and I started with Sheri and her Simply Music Program. She was the most enthusiastic, dedicated teacher, who made adjustments in her schedule to accommodate my busy schedule as I'm the CEO of two high tech engineering companies and sometimes a planned event as a lesson sometimes is difficult. After two years with Sheri I had to stop, but I always remembered her "pearls" of teaching and her warm personality to put the "student first.". I missed my lessons and after almost three years after quitting I came back to Sheri to re-start my life long dream again. Even though I hadn't practiced, Sheri just cheerfully started wherever I remembered leaving off, and she just started right in. She was as dedicated as I remember, made me feel good about coming back, and was non-judgemental of my slow progress. Today almost one year later, I'm playing with enthusiasm, enjoying every lesson and eager to learn more due to Sheri's kind approach towards working with busy working professionals, and adults who don't always have an easy time to always practice. If you want to learn the piano with ease, whether your a young person or an adult, I highly recommend Sheri as it will be the most rewarding, and personally satisfying way I think one could ever learn to play the piano. read more