PIANO PLAYING MADE SIMPLE
Live lessons get you unstuck.
You can learn a lot on your own — and the PPMS curriculum is built to take you far. But there are moments when you need someone to actually watch you play. To see what you can't see. To name the invisible skill that's been quietly blocking everything else.
That's what live lessons are for.
When I work with a student live, I'm not just listening to the music. I'm watching how you move, where you hesitate, what you avoid without realizing it. In five minutes of live playing, I can often identify the one thing that's been holding back months of practice.
That's not something a video can do. That's a conversation.
Real-time feedback on the exact skill that needs attention — not generic tips
I can spot the invisible gaps that self-study can't diagnose
You leave every session knowing exactly what to practice and why
Progress that would take months alone can happen in weeks with the right eyes on your playing
“This course helped me unlock music I’ve always wanted to play”
I joined this course to finally learn how to read music and play my favorite classical pieces. It’s been a dream come true. The repertoire selections were beautiful, and I liked how the course incorporated both technique and musicality. I feel like I’m actually making music now—not just pressing keys.
Whether you want to study mostly independently with occasional check-ins or you're ready for consistent weekly guidance, there's a path for you.
Full access to the PPMS curriculum, course books in PDF form, and all recorded lesson videos. Learn at your own pace, on your own schedule. Add a live lesson anytime you need one.
Monthly Membership: $40/month
Annual Membership: $408/year (a 15% savings)
The best of both worlds. Study independently through the curriculum, then schedule a live session with Barb whenever you hit a wall, want a check-in, or need a fresh set of eyes on your playing. Weekly, biweekly, monthly — you set the pace.
30-minute live lesson: $37
45-minute live lesson (recommended): $50
Schedule lessons based on your availability—weekly, biweekly, monthly, or as you see fit.
For students who want consistent, structured progress with regular accountability. A dedicated weekly lesson time with Barb, tailored to exactly where you are and where you're going.
$173/month for weekly sessions
Available to students who have completed a diagnosis lesson.