Music Lessons for Homeschoolers
5 Benefits of Online Piano Lessons for Homeschool
Rose Park
updated 1/12/25 • 4 min read
We all know that learning to play the piano can help children become musically literate and foster creativity. But what are the actual benefits of taking online piano lessons for homeschoolers?
Let’s find out the top 5 benefits of adding online piano lessons to your homeschooling routine. Learn about lesson costs, tips for getting started, and how piano can enrich your child’s education.
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Why Piano Is the Ideal Instrument for Homeschool
1. Piano Improves Concentration and Focus
Learning to play piano helps homeschoolers improve their focus and concentration. During lessons, students must read sheet music, play correct notes and rhythms, and coordinate hands, fingers, and feet. This level of attention strengthens their ability to concentrate, benefiting academic tasks like studying for exams and completing assignments.
2. Grows motor skills and physical coordination
Playing piano involves intricate hand and finger movements that improve motor skills. These skills also carry over into art activities like drawing and sports requiring hand-eye coordination, such as catching, throwing, or shooting a basketball. Piano playing can complement and improve these abilities.
3. Encourages Creativity and Expression
Playing the piano goes beyond simply following sheet music; it offers homeschoolers a platform to expand their creativity and express themselves musically. During piano lessons, your child can explore different sounds, playing around with melodies, harmonies, and rhythms.
Plus, they can engage in improvisation and composition, where they create their own music, giving them the freedom to express their unique musical ideas and emotions.
4. Strengthens Memory and Learning Abilities
Memorizing music and understanding theory require active use of memory. Through consistent practice, homeschoolers develop memorization techniques that can be applied to other academic areas, such as learning new languages or mastering mathematical formulas.
5. Develop problem-solving skills
When your child plays tricky music pieces, they’re learning much more than just piano. They’re developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills that extend beyond music.
Take a challenging section, for example: your child might slow it down, break it into smaller chunks, or experiment with finger placements until they find what works. This process teaches them to approach problems creatively and patiently—valuable skills that can help them in school, hobbies, and life.
By practicing this way, your child also builds a sense of determination, learning that progress takes effort and perseverance.
What Makes Live Online Piano Lessons Perfect for Homeschool
Flexible scheduling and location
Live online piano lessons offer a flexible and convenient option for homeschooling families so they can learn piano at their own pace and on their schedule. Students can take lessons from the comfort of their homes without the need to travel to the teacher’s studio.
If you’re juggling a busy homeschool routine, online piano lessons can be easier to fit in than in-person sessions, which usually have more limited time slots.
Customized Curriculum
Unlike pre-recorded videos or apps which offer a fixed structure, live online lessons connect your child with professional instructors in real time. This means your child gets customized feedback, tailored lessons, and encouragement right when they need it.
Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced, online teachers can adjust their approach to match their age, musical interests, and goals. And with the convenience of learning from home, you save time on commuting while still giving your child a high-quality music education.
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Cheaper Lesson Costs
Online piano lessons with live teachers are a budget-friendly option for homeschool families compared to in-person lessons. Based on our recent piano lessons cost guide, the average cost for online piano lessons in the USA is $40 per half hour lesson, whereas in-person lessons charge $50 for a half hour lesson on average.
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Live Private Instruction
Online piano lessons offer a wider range of highly skilled and experienced piano instructors who may not be available locally or may have limited schedules. These days, there’s little need to worry about teacher quality between in-person and online lessons because now even the very best piano teachers offer lessons online.
Your child can take live lessons from piano teachers all over the world. This give your child more opportunities to experience diverse music genres, styles and piano techniques taught by professionals all around the world.
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How to Incorporate Piano Lessons into Your Homeschooling
1. Find a Professional Piano Instructor
Adding piano lessons to your homeschool routine can be a wonderful way to enhance your child’s education. As mentioned above, online piano lessons are especially effective because they provide one-on-one attention from teachers.
Begin by browsing online teaching platforms to find qualified instructors, preferably with a Bachelor’s degree in piano. After trying out a trial lesson, prioritize weekly lessons for steady progress. Infrequent lessons, like bi-weekly or monthly, can lead to slower improvement due to extended breaks.
2. Track Practice and Assignments
Tracking your child’s assignments and practice doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. While there’s no need for you to be present during every lesson unless the teacher prefers it, having a notebook on hand for your child to write down assignments and practice goals is a great start. You can check in occasionally and talk to the teacher about how your child is progressing.
Consistency is key when it comes to learning piano. A good rule of thumb is 15 to 20 minutes of focused practice every day or at least four times a week. This helps reinforce skills learned in lessons and builds confidence over time.
Of course, it’s normal for kids to feel unmotivated at times. Try to encourage practice in a way that feels rewarding, not stressful. If you’re unsure whether they’re practicing effectively, their teacher can suggest tips and guidance.
3. Go Beyond the Lessons
Piano lessons are just the beginning of your child’s musical journey. Encourage them to explore music that excites them, whether it’s a favorite composer or a fun piece they’ve discovered. For example, if they’re curious about Beethoven, they can listen to Moonlight Sonata or Symphony No. 5 and learn a bit about his life.
Websites like Classic FM or educational YouTube channels can also make this exploration fun, adding a deeper connection to their piano lessons.
The Perfect Starting Age for Homeschool Piano Lessons
The best age for children to start piano lessons is usually between 7 and 9 years old. But it really depends on how ready your child feels and how interested they are in learning the piano.
What’s important is that your child should be able to communicate with the piano teacher, focus on the materials for at least half an hour, and practice consistently throughout the week. This also means a child should be able to read at a somewhat basic level to understand musical theory written in the method book.
At Lesson With You, we suggest children aged 7 and up start their first piano lesson. Learn more in What’s the best age to learn piano?
How Long and How Often Should My Child Practice Piano?
Consistency is key. Whether your homeschooled child practices for 15 minutes or 30 minutes a day, it’s important that they maintain a consistent practice schedule each week.
We generally recommend children between the ages of 7 and 9 to practice piano at least three times a week for about 15 minutes per session. For those aged 10 to 13, aim for three practice sessions a week, each lasting around 20 minutes on average. For students older than 13, try to practice three times a week, with session durations ranging from 20 to 30 minutes each (frequency may vary).
It’s okay if your child misses one or two practice sessions a week sometimes; what’s more important is that they enjoy learning to play the piano and use their practice time efficiently. Additionally, try to avoid long breaks between lessons, such as during a month-long summer vacation. Students can forget many things, including fingerings and techniques, within just a few weeks without lessons and practice.
How Much Does It Cost to Begin Piano Lessons?
As a homeschooling parent, understanding the cost of piano lessons is important when planning your child’s music education. Piano lessons typically range from $40 to $90 per hour, depending on factors like the teacher’s qualifications, location, and whether lessons are in-person or online.
On average, you can expect to pay around $80 for a one-hour private lesson in the US. If you’re looking for live online lessons through platforms like Zoom or GoogleMeet, rates typically range from $20 to $40 for a half-hour session.
For local private lessons, a half-hour lesson typically costs between $35 and $50, while in-person group lessons can be more affordable, starting at $25 for a half-hour.
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Rose Park
Rose Park is a graduate of the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University where she studied Piano Performance and Arts Administration, receiving both Bachelor's and Master's degrees before co-founding Lesson With You. As a pianist, Rose was a prizewinner in many international piano competitions and performed at various summer programs and festivals across the United States, Italy, and Japan.