Introduction

For an adult, learning the piano is a wonderfully fulfilling journey. Whether it is your first time or you are returning after many years of absence, your learning process greatly affects your experience. Two common options are group piano lessons and private classes, both provide unique benefits. The key is to find the approach that fits your goals, learning style, and lifestyle the best.

The Rise of Piano Learning in Adulthood

Gone are the days of thinking that piano lessons are for kids only; at the moment, more adults than ever before are signing up for Piano Classes for Adults. Some will be continuing from years before, while others will be continuing their life-long dream. Adult learners usually also have focus, motivation and life experience to bring to their lessons, which can bring an even more rewarding learning experience.

Whether you take group or one on one lessons, the most important factors have to be consistency, guidance and the learning environment.

Benefits of Group Piano Lessons

In fact, more and more adults are enjoying Group Piano Lessons - for all the right reasons. 

Shared Motivation: Learning with others can be a tremendously motivating experience. Everyone has a common goal, leading to a sense of community, accountability, and support.

Affordable: Generally, group lessons are less expensive than private lessons and still offer quality experience at a lower price.

Social Learning: You’ll hear everyone play in a group, creating your listening skills and confidence and generally accelerating your learning.

Social: Many an adult enjoys the companionship of a group of people with the same interests. This turns lessons into a social occasion and fun activity weekly.

Advantages of Private Piano Classes for Adults

Private classes are great for students who want focused attention or have specific goals in mind.
Customised Training: Your tutor can customise the pace, content, and structure of the lessons specifically to your learning needs and skill level.

Focused Learning: If you are an adult student who wants to make progress quickly or have a specific style of music in mind, private classes allow the tutor to focus in depth.

More Flexibility: Private classes might also give you more options in regard to timings, which allows more flexibility for busy adult students.

Immediate Feedback: You will receive full attention from your instructor, allowing you to immediately correct mistakes in the lesson and start developing good technique.

On a different note:

Group piano classes can establish a teamwork atmosphere and encourage motivation, although they may provide less individualised attention; nevertheless, the common group environment would generally foster quicker learning through group support.
Private classes, in contrast, focus more on individual students and may not provide the same lively and team spirit characteristic of group lessons but are just perfect for those who shine under individual attention.

So, What’s the Best Option?

There is nothing straightforward in this matter. It is dependent on variables such as the student's way of learning, schedule, and musical ambitions.

If you prefer to learn in an energetic social environment with peers who encourage and inspire you, Group Piano classes may suit you well. On the flip side, Private Piano Classes for Adults are geared towards anyone who appreciates personalised learning at his or her own pace. Thus, they have the additional plus of concentration and flexibility.

Why Choose The Excelsis School of Music?

Adult learners have particular characteristics that should be understood. The Excelsis School of Music offers both Group Piano Lessons and Private Piano Classes designed specifically for adult students. The structure of the programmes aids a supportive, flexible, and practical approach—giving you every opportunity to attain your goals. 

They offer:

Qualified instructors rich in experience.

A friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Performances, group activities, and fun with music.

Flexible schedules and reasonable payment schemes.

Helping adults achieve their musical goals for many years.

You will find support and guidance to grow, whether from day one or after years of being away.

Start Your Piano Musical Journey Today

There's no time like the present to indulge your love of music. The Excelsis School of Music can help you through your musical path with instructors with experience, a well-rounded environment and customised, flexible options for adults. Enrol today and experience the piano musical journey at your pace. It is never 'too late' to do something in your life that you believe is worthwhile.