Piano Lessons with Lora Wentworth at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

Piano Lessons Kelowna

Name: Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
Address: 455 Glen Pine Ct, Kelowna, BC, V1V 1R3, Canada
Telephone: 250-317-3685
Rating: 4.9

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

Learn to play Piano at the Upbeat Music Academy!

Amazing Piano Instruction: Learn piano from the positive and friendly Lora Wentworth, Kelowna’s acclaimed piano teacher with over 25 years of experience. Her diplomas in performance, music composition and music teaching (LRSL) guarantee the right piano skills for YOU!
Craft Your Musical Journey: We tailor piano lessons to fit your unique goals, creating a fun and engaging environment.
Play the Songs You Love: From classical masterpieces to chart-topping pop and jazzy riffs, we cover it all!
Lessons for Everyone: Piano lessons near me! The Upbeat Music Academy welcomes aspiring pianists ages 4 and up.
Positive and Encouraging: As a Piano Instructor, Lora creates a safe place for all her students full of laughter and cheer.

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Unlock your hidden piano potential!

Why we’re a great choice:

In-person and online piano lesson options (age 4 and up)
Personalized and structured lessons for quick progress.
Learn your favourite songs, explore new styles and techniques
Spacious and welcoming studios.
Parents are welcome to hang out and listen, and there’s free Wi-Fi for you!
Two chances every year to strut your stuff at our musical showcases!
Super affordable rates, starting at just $31 for a half-hour private session.

Start Today!

Piano Lessons Kelowna, Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

Level Up your love for Music with us!

The Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna offers piano lessons and programs, including:

Beginner Piano Lessons for Kids Kelowna: Build a solid foundation with technique, rhythm and sight-reading.
Beginner Piano Lessons for Adults Kelowna: It’s never too late to learn Piano! You can do this!
Intermediate & Advanced Piano Lessons: Explore challenging songs, and develop your musicality.
Classical Piano Lessons: Dive into classical music, focusing on composers and techniques from various eras.
Pop & Jazz Piano Lessons: Learn to play your favourite pop and jazz tunes like a pro, focus on improvisation, chord progressions, and stylistic flair.
Music Theory for Piano: Unlock the secrets of music theory, enriching your overall musical knowledge and piano skills.
Piano Exams: Take your skills to the next level with certification using classical and popular music styles.

Start Today!

Reviews

“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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“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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“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)

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Piano Lessons Kelowna

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

Learn to play Piano at the Upbeat Music Academy!

Amazing Piano Instruction: Learn piano from the positive and friendly Lora Wentworth, Kelowna’s acclaimed piano teacher with over 25 years of experience. Her diplomas in performance, music composition and music teaching (LRSL) guarantee the right piano skills for YOU!
Craft Your Musical Journey: We tailor piano lessons to fit your unique goals, creating a fun and engaging environment.
Play the Songs You Love: From classical masterpieces to chart-topping pop and jazzy riffs, we cover it all!
Lessons for Everyone: Piano lessons near me! The Upbeat Music Academy welcomes aspiring pianists ages 4 and up.
Positive and Encouraging: As a Piano Instructor, Lora creates a safe place for all her students full of laughter and cheer.

Start Today!

Unlock your hidden piano potential!

Why we’re a great choice:

In-person and online piano lesson options (age 4 and up)
Personalized and structured lessons for quick progress.
Learn your favourite songs, explore new styles and techniques
Spacious and welcoming studios.
Parents are welcome to hang out and listen, and there’s free Wi-Fi for you!
Two chances every year to strut your stuff at our musical showcases!
Super affordable rates, starting at just $31 for a half-hour private session.

Start Today!

Young boy taking a Piano lesson with Lora Wentworth

Level Up your love for Music with us!

The Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna offers piano lessons and programs, including:

Beginner Piano Lessons for Kids Kelowna: Build a solid foundation with technique, rhythm and sight-reading.
Beginner Piano Lessons for Adults Kelowna: It’s never too late to learn Piano! You can do this!
Intermediate & Advanced Piano Lessons: Explore challenging songs, and develop your musicality.
Classical Piano Lessons: Dive into classical music, focusing on composers and techniques from various eras.
Pop & Jazz Piano Lessons: Learn to play your favourite pop and jazz tunes like a pro, focus on improvisation, chord progressions, and stylistic flair.
Music Theory for Piano: Unlock the secrets of music theory, enriching your overall musical knowledge and piano skills.
Piano Exams: Take your skills to the next level with certification using classical and popular music styles.

Start Today!

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

FAQ

How much do Piano lessons cost in Kelowna?

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

What age can my child start Piano lessons?

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

What do I need to start lessons on the Piano?

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.

How does payment for lessons work?

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.

What should I bring to my lesson?

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.

Do your students get the chance to perform?

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.

What if I need to withdraw from lessons?

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.

How much practice should I do each week?

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.

What if I need to miss a lesson?

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.

When are you available to teach?

Hours of operation:Monday: 3-9pm
Tuesday: 9:30am-9pm
Wednesday: 3-9pm
Thursday: 3-9pm

Where are you located?

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

Holidays (when we are closed)

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.