Kristen’s Piano Studio

Specialties

Teaching piano lessons fills my days with joy. I love teaching children and

introducing them to the joy of music. In my studio, I tailor lessons

to a child’s learning style. I enjoy making lessons a fun and exciting

event of the week by incorporating educational games and manipulatives

into each lesson. In my experience, the best lessons and playing

happen when we are having the best time. My goal is for lessons to be

enjoyable and relevant for each child. I look forward to developing a

relationship with your child that fosters a love for music and

develops into a journey that progresses from playing ‘Twinkle Twinkle

Little Star’ to Mozart sonatas.

History

Established in 2004.

Managed private studio for 7 years with students from ages 3 and up

Bachelor of Arts in Music with an emphasis in piano pedagogy

Studies with:

Dr. Beth Quillian (DBU)

David Renner (UT)

Shiela Paige (Taubman Instructor)

Professional Involvement:

Presenting local seminars for parental involvement

Continuing education seminars

Adjudicating for local piano events

Heart of Texas Suzuki Association (serving as secretary and president elect)

Austin District Music Teachers Association

Music Teachers National Association

Meet the Business Owner

Kristen Smith S.

Business Owner

I have managed my private piano studio, teaching ages three and older for seven years. While working on my BA, I studied piano with Dr. Beth Quillian (DBU), David Renner (UT) and Sheila Paige (Taubman instructor). My studies with Dr. Quillian and Sheila Paige included the Taubman method, which helps pianists overcome injuries from improper playing and emphasizes pain free playing. Professionally, I am an active member of the Heart of Texas Suzuki Organization, serving as secretary and president elect, as well as a member of the Austin District Music Teachers Association (ADMTA) and Music Teachers National Association. I currently teach in the North Austin area.