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Piano Lessons with Lora Wentworth at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

Piano Lessons in Kelowna for Kids, Teens & Adults

Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
455 Glen Pine Ct, Kelowna, BC, V1V 1R3
250-317-3685

Piano Lessons That Feel Easy and Fun

If you’re looking for piano lessons in Kelowna, you’re in the right place. At Upbeat Music Academy in Glenmore, we specialize in beginner piano lessons for kids, teens, and adults.

Most of our students are complete beginners, so we’re used to starting from scratch. Lessons are relaxed, friendly, and tailored to each student so you can learn at your own pace and actually enjoy the process.

Whether you’re 5 or 65, we help you build confidence from your very first lesson — no pressure, no stress, just steady progress and music you actually like playing.

Beginner Piano Lessons in Kelowna (No Experience Needed)

If you’re brand new to piano, don’t worry — that’s exactly who we teach most often.

Our beginner piano lessons in Kelowna focus on:

  • Getting comfortable at the piano
  • Learning simple songs right away
  • Building rhythm and hand coordination
  • Understanding the basics of music step-by-step

We go at your pace, and there’s never any pressure to “get it perfect.” Most beginners are surprised at how quickly they start playing real music.

This is a great fit for:

  • Kids starting piano for the first time
  • Adults who always wanted to learn
  • Anyone returning after a long break
Piano Lessons Kelowna, Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

A Relaxed Piano Studio in Glenmore, Kelowna

Our studio is located in Glenmore, making it easy for families across Kelowna, Glenmore, North Glenmore, and surrounding areas.

Because we teach in a private studio (not a busy retail store), students can focus better and feel more comfortable — especially beginners.

Parents also appreciate:

  • Easy parking
  • Consistent weekly lesson times
  • A calm, distraction-free environment
  • Dependable, prepared teachers every week

If you’re searching for a piano teacher in Glenmore, Kelowna, having lessons close to home makes it easier to stay consistent and actually stick with learning.

What Happens in Your First Piano Lesson

Your first lesson is simple and relaxed.

We’ll start by getting comfortable at the piano, learning how to sit properly, and exploring the keys. Then we’ll introduce a few easy notes or simple songs so you can start playing right away.

Most beginners are surprised at how quickly things start to make sense. The goal is to make learning feel fun, not overwhelming.

You don’t need any experience or theory knowledge — just come as you are.

Piano Lessons Kelowna, Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

Affordable Piano Lessons in Kelowna with a Friendly, Supportive Teacher

Lessons start at $33 per half hour, making piano lessons in Kelowna accessible for kids and adult learners.

We also host two student showcases each year, giving students a fun, low-pressure way to perform and celebrate their progress.

We also support continuing students

While most of our students are beginners, we also work with students who already have some experience and want to keep improving or pick piano back up again.

We simply meet you where you’re at and help you move forward at a pace that works for you.

👉 Ready to start piano lessons in Kelowna?

Get in touch today to book your first lesson or check availability.

Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth
Lora Wentworth teaching Piano Lessons

We love Lora’s enthusiasm and down to earth teaching style. She is a great piano teacher. She has a large range of musical knowledge and is very supportive. Definitely recommend.

Jen Howard (Parent)

Piano teacher teaching Piano

“My girls love going to their piano lessons! Lora is a fantastic teacher and very lovely person.”

Miranda O’Donnell (Parent)

Piano teacher practicing Piano

“Our daughter has been taking piano and sax lessons with Lora for over 7 years.
Lora is a fabulously fun and knowledgeable teacher.
We can’t recommend her enough.”

Lori McClenaghan (Parent)

Piano Lessons in Kelowna for Kids, Teens & Adults

Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
455 Glen Pine Ct, Kelowna, BC, V1V 1R3
250-317-3685

Piano Lessons That Feel Easy and Fun

If you’re looking for piano lessons in Kelowna, you’re in the right place. At Upbeat Music Academy in Glenmore, we specialize in beginner piano lessons for kids, teens, and adults.

Most of our students are complete beginners, so we’re used to starting from scratch. Lessons are relaxed, friendly, and tailored to each student so you can learn at your own pace and actually enjoy the process.

Whether you’re 5 or 65, we help you build confidence from your very first lesson — no pressure, no stress, just steady progress and music you actually like playing.

Piano Lessons with Lora Wentworth at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

 A Great Piano Teacher

“We love Lora’s enthusiasm and down to earth teaching style. She is a great piano teacher. She has a large range of musical knowledge and is very supportive. Definitely recommend.”

– Jen Howard (Parent)

Beginner Piano Lessons in Kelowna (No Experience Needed)

If you’re brand new to piano, don’t worry — that’s exactly who we teach most often.

Our beginner piano lessons in Kelowna focus on:

  • Getting comfortable at the piano
  • Learning simple songs right away
  • Building rhythm and hand coordination
  • Understanding the basics of music step-by-step

We go at your pace, and there’s never any pressure to “get it perfect.” Most beginners are surprised at how quickly they start playing real music.

This is a great fit for:

  • Kids starting piano for the first time
  • Adults who always wanted to learn
  • Anyone returning after a long break
Piano Lessons with Lora Wentworth at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

 A Fantastic Teacher

“My girls love going to their piano lessons! Lora is a fantastic teacher and very lovely person.”

– Miranda O’Donnell (Parent)

Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

A Relaxed Piano Studio in Glenmore, Kelowna

Our studio is located in Glenmore, making it easy for families across Kelowna, Glenmore, North Glenmore, and surrounding areas.

Because we teach in a private studio (not a busy retail store), students can focus better and feel more comfortable — especially beginners.

Parents also appreciate:

  • Easy parking
  • Consistent weekly lesson times
  • A calm, distraction-free environment
  • Dependable, prepared teachers every week

If you’re searching for a piano teacher in Glenmore, Kelowna, having lessons close to home makes it easier to stay consistent and actually stick with learning.

Piano Lessons Kelowna, Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

What Happens in Your First Piano Lesson

Your first lesson is simple and relaxed.

We’ll start by getting comfortable at the piano, learning how to sit properly, and exploring the keys. Then we’ll introduce a few easy notes or simple songs so you can start playing right away.

Most beginners are surprised at how quickly things start to make sense. The goal is to make learning feel fun, not overwhelming.

You don’t need any experience or theory knowledge — just come as you are.

Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

Affordable Piano Lessons in Kelowna with a Friendly, Supportive Teacher

Lessons start at $33 per half hour, making piano lessons in Kelowna accessible for kids and adult learners.

We also host two student showcases each year, giving students a fun, low-pressure way to perform and celebrate their progress.

Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

We also support continuing students

While most of our students are beginners, we also work with students who already have some experience and want to keep improving or pick piano back up again.

We simply meet you where you’re at and help you move forward at a pace that works for you.

👉 Ready to start piano lessons in Kelowna?

Get in touch today to book your first lesson or check availability.

The Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna serves Kelowna, Rutland, Wilden, Lake Country, Kettle Valley and West Kelowna

FAQ

Lora Wentworth charges $33/half-hour private Piano or Saxophone lesson.

In our experience, children can start learning the Piano successfully age 5 and up.

Piano students should have a keyboard with a minimum of 5 Octaves or 60 full sized keys that are touch sensitive.

When you’re first starting out, an acoustic or digital piano is nice, but it’s not essential to have “weighted keys”.

Weighted keys are what an acoustic Piano has. The Keys are responsive. That means, the harder you press or hit the keys, the louder the sound will be. This will be used to give the music you play dynamics and expression.

Weighted keys are similar to touch sensitive keys but are mildly heavier to press down.

If the student is excelling in their Piano lessons, the next step would be to get into a digital or Acoustic piano with 88 Weighted keys.

When you sign up for lessons, you book in for a specific weekly time slot. Most commonly, September through June, as the Upbeat Music Academy follows the “school calendar”.

Lesson fees are either payable IN FULL for the entire year in advance of starting your lessons, or you have the option of choosing an averaged monthly pre-authorized payment either through your credit card, eTransfer or cash. Please note: casual cash payments are not available.

  • Method book(s), sheet music, worksheets, lesson binder/notebook for lessons and assignments
  • Even though our Piano teachers are equipped with their own Computer, Tablet or Mobile phone which have access to Youtube, if the student is wanting to learn or need help with a particular song by ear, please bring your device the song is on (Ipad, Cel Phone, Etc.).
  • If it’s your first Piano lesson with us and you have taken lessons before, please bring any previous learning material to your lesson.

Yes! If the student is willing, twice a year we arrange a teacher supported, student showcase for our students to perform at outside our studios.

Having anxiety before a performance is completely normal but small performances like this are an important life skill to develop.

If the student understands they are supported and shown appreciation for the hard work they have put in, the more confident they will be with other areas in their lives.

Comfort with public speaking,  interacting with others and feeling safe for going outside your comfort zone all starts with goals like this.

This is highly encouraged as a life lesson.

First off, we’ll miss you!

Two lessons notice must be provided for withdrawal. Immediate withdrawal is subject to a two lesson cancellation fee. The Upbeat Music Academy reserves the right to terminate lesson contracts on unpaid accounts.

If you want to get good, you need to put in the time.

Many of us are used to instant gratification now a days. Please understand you will get out of the Piano what you put into it time wise.  The more consistently you practice, the better you’ll get.

On average, 30 minutes of practice or more a day depending on the level the student is what is needed.

That said most younger students will need to ease into it.

With younger students, start with 15 minutes 4-5 days a week and then increase the practice time slowly till you can get to 20 or 30 minutes a day.

Set a daily time to get in the habit of practicing. For example: After dinner, as soon as you get home from school or a set time 4-4:30pm.

If you do this 5 days a week, take the weekend off.

  • Missed lessons happen from time to time. We do have options like:
    • Online lesson (ZOOM)
    • Extending a lesson (schedule permitting)
    • Rescheduling the lessons for another day (schedule permitting)Keep in mind there are no paid lessons over Christmas holidays or Spring break so make up lessons can be arranged at those times as well. See Lora’s  lesson policies for more information.
  • Hours of operation:Monday: 3-9pm
    Tuesday: 9:30am-9pm
    Wednesday: 3-9pm
    Thursday: 3-9pm

Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
455 Glen Pine Crt.
Kelowna, BC
V1V 1R3
P: 250-317-3685

(We’re very close to Watson Rd. Elementary School)

See our map here

The Upbeat Music Academy follows the School District 23 Calendar

Please note:
– There are still lessons on Pro D days (they are not considered a holiday)
– Clients are not charged for lessons that land on Holidays so there are no make up lessons or refund owed.

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“Lora finds ways to reach and teach each individual student as though they were the only student she teaches.”

Sam Holderness
Parent

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