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Piano Lessons Kelowna

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

Piano student taking a Piano Lesson with Lora Wentworth

Your Journey Starts Here!

Imagine having people gather around a piano in admiration (and respect) to hear you or your child play a recognizable song on the piano.

Piano Lessons at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

What You Need To Know:

  • $31/half hour lesson
  • Open door policy, large studio with waiting area
  • Inclusive, comfortable and encouraging
  • We encourage parents to sit in during lessons with access to our Wi-Fi
  • Ages 3 and up

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

Hours Of Operation
Monday: 3-9 pm
Tuesday:9 am-9 pm
Wednesday:3-9 pm
Thursday:3-9 pm

We’re here to help!

Hey!

We’re excited you’re here! Whether you are looking for your first piano teacher, or returning to music-making after years away, we’re here to help.

Morning Lessons

(9am-12:30pm Tuesdays)

Whether you are an adult, college student or home schooled child, we have a piano lesson time for you Tuesday mornings at our home studio in Glenmore. 

Our supportive lessons take place in a friendly and inclusive setting and we use a variety of piano methods including books, online resources, custom lesson ideas and popular music to ensure that everyone learns.

Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

After School Lessons

(Mon-Thurs, 3-6:30pm)

Our most popular times slots!

Students not only love coming for the piano lessons but also as a safe place with a fun teacher who has an understanding ear.

If you’re looking for piano lessons near me in Glenmore, you’ve definitely come to the right place! We’re located seconds away from Watson Rd. Elementary and a short drive from Dr. Knox Middle School.

Often we have a wait list for these time slots, but don’t let that stop you from contacting us. We may have a solution for you coming up!

High school student taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

Evening Lessons

(Mon-Thurs, 6:30-9pm)

Whether you’re an adult, high school or college student or have kids who can stay up a little later, we’re here to help you learn everything you want to know about playing the Piano!

We strive to make things as fun, supportive and engaging as possible! Give us a call.

Piano student performing with Lora Wentworth at a Piano recital

What We Teach

We’ll teach you the fundamentals but also tailor your lessons with popular music and your favourite tunes. We can also teach classical pieces like those taught through Royal Conservatory exams and even help you prepare for goals like recitals, performances and popular music exams like Rockschool Piano or Keyboard

See Lora’s lesson policies here

The Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna offers:

  • Piano Lessons for Kids
  • Piano Lessons For Adults
  • Piano Scales
  • Classical Piano Lessons (Royal Conservatory/RCM)
  • Piano Chording
  • Improvisation
  • Jazz Piano Lessons and Chording
  • Popular Music
  • Blues Piano
  • Keyboard Lessons
  • Traditional and Contemporary Worship Lessons
  • Classical and Jazz Theory
  • Composition
  • and more…

Lora Wentworth is known as one of the best Piano teachers in Kelowna, teaching kids of all ages in for over 25 years.

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Start Today!

    Your Name (required)

    Your Email (required)

    Your Phone Number (required)

    What instrument(s) are you interested in?

    How old is/are the student(s)(required)

    What days are available to take lessons?

    MonTuesWedThurs

    What time of day is the student available?

    9am-12pm12-3pm3-5pm5-8:30pm

    How did you hear about us?

    Your Message

    Piano Lessons Kelowna

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

    Your Journey Starts Here!

    Imagine having people gather around a piano in admiration (and respect) to hear you or your child play a recognizable song on the piano.

    Piano Lessons at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

    What You Need To Know:

    • $31/half hour lesson
    • Open door policy, large studio with waiting area
    • Inclusive, comfortable and encouraging
    • We encourage parents to sit in during lessons with access to our Wifi
    • Ages 3 and up

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

    Hours Of Operation
    Mon: 3-9pm
    Tues:9am-9pm
    Wed:3-9pm
    Thursday:3-9pm

    Piano student taking a Piano Lesson with Lora Wentworth

    We’re here to help!

    Hey!

    We’re excited you’re here! Whether you are looking for your first piano teacher, or returning to music-making after years away, we’re here to help.

    Morning Lessons

    (9am-12:30pm Tuesdays)

    Whether you are an adult, college student or home schooled child, we have a piano lesson time for you on Tuesday mornings at our home studio in Glenmore. 

    Our supportive lessons take place in a friendly and inclusive setting and we use a variety of piano methods including books, online resources, custom lesson ideas and popular music to ensure that everyone learns.

    Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

    After School Lessons

    (Mon-Thurs, 3-6:30pm)

    Our most popular times slots!

    Students not only love coming for the piano lessons but also as a safe place with a fun teacher who has an understanding ear.

    If you’re looking for piano lessons near me in Glenmore, you’ve definitely come to the right place! We’re located seconds away from Watson Rd. Elementary and a short drive from Dr. Knox Middle School.

    Often we have a wait list for these time slots, but don’t let that stop you from contacting us. We may have a solution for you coming up!

    High school student taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

    Evening Lessons

    (Mon-Thurs, 6:30-9pm)

    Whether you’re an adult, high school or college student or have kids who can stay up a little later, we’re here to help you learn everything you want to know about playing the Piano!

    We strive to make things as fun, supportive and engaging as possible! Give us a call.

    Piano student performing with Lora Wentworth at a Piano recital

    What We Teach

    We’ll teach you the fundamentals but also tailor your lessons with popular music and your favourite tunes. We can also teach classical pieces like those taught through Royal Conservatory exams and even help you prepare for goals like recitals, performances and popular music exams like Rockschool Piano or Keyboard

    See Lora’s lesson policies here

    The Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna offers:

    • Piano Lessons for Kids
    • Piano Lessons For Adults
    • Piano Scales
    • Classical Piano Lessons (Royal Conservatory/RCM)
    • Piano Chording
    • Improvisation
    • Jazz Piano Lessons and Chording
    • Popular Music
    • Blues Piano
    • Keyboard lessons
    • Traditional and Contemporary Worship lessons
    • Classical and Jazz Theory
    • Composition
    • and more…
    Audio Only Click Here

    Start Today!

      Your Name (required)

      Your Email (required)

      Your Phone Number (required)

      What instrument(s) are you interested in?

      How old is/are the student(s)(required)

      What days are available to take lessons?

      MonTuesWedThurs

      What time of day is the student available?

      9am-12pm12-3pm3-5pm5-8:30pm

      How did you hear about us?

      Your Message

      Reviews

      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)

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      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)

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      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)

      Review Link

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

      FAQ

      Lora Wentworth charges $31/half-hour private Piano or Saxophone lesson.

      In our experience, children can start learning the Piano successfully age 4 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

      Hundreds Of Happy Customers

      Lora Wentworth Piano Lessons Kelowna 5 star reviews on Google

      Rated 5/5, year after year!

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

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