Ia Denzer Piano Studio, Piano Lessons

I have been taking weekly lessons with Ia since 2010. Although I view the piano as a hobby, we have worked on challenging pieces which suit my preferences. Lessons include timing, technique, music theory and music history. To really play a piece well, it is important to understand the theory behind it. I appreciate her flexibility with my busy schedule and her understanding those weeks when practicing time was missed. The lessons are completely over the phone now but the first 10 years were in her studio. Her ear is precise when I miss a note even over the phone. Most importantly, I learn something in the lessons.

I am so grateful to have been a student of Mrs. Denzer these past 9 years. It's evident that she truly loves what she does, and I have learned so much from her. Taking lessons with her has prepared me for all the musical opportunities I had in high school. She includes various valuable music theory topics in her lessons when she is teaching. As her student, I have been able to complete the exams for levels 1-9 of the Royal Conservatory of Music.

I highly recommend taking piano lessons with Mrs. Denzer. She is an excellent teacher and also very patient. She wants each of her students to succeed, and I certainly feel that my musical journey's progress was successful.

My daughter started piano lessons with Ia about six months ago when she was four years old. Ia is absolutely wonderful. She is very patient and perceptive—she can read my daughter very well and keeps her challenged, encouraged, and engaged through every lesson. Not an easy feat with a preschooler!Ia is very methodical and intentional with her pedagogy. She doesn’t just work through a primer. Each piece and skill set is part of a broader approach to teaching and she regularly incorporates music theory and ear training. I wish I had been taught in this way! I’m a little jealous of the incredible musical foundation my daughter is getting at such a young age.Finally,… read full review