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Learn to Play Piano in Metro Detroit

Best of Lessons.com 2019

Top Music Instructor 2026 from Business Rate

Instruction available in Dearborn and Grosse Pointe Woods. Text us or submit a form to start your musical journey.

Best of Lessons 2019 Winner

Top Music Instructor 2026 from Business Rate

Award-Winning Piano, Voice, and Drama Instruction

Nurturing creativity across Dearborn and Grosse Pointe Woods. For your convenience, we accept payments via Zelle, cash, or personal check.

Recognized as Best of Lessons.com 2019

Top Music Instructor 2026 from Business Rate

Piano Lessons and Studio Locations

We provide professional piano instruction across the Metro Detroit area with a focus on convenience and excellence. For inquiries regarding lesson availability, please reach out via text message or our online contact form.

Serving Metro Detroit

Geographic Coverage

Our studio operates from two primary locations: Dearborn on the west side and Grosse Pointe Woods on the east side. We maintain a service radius of approximately 15 miles, which includes surrounding communities such as St. Clair Shores, Eastpointe, Warren, and Clinton Township. Also, Dearborn Heights, Redford, Livonia, and Downriver.

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Important Information

Enrollment and Payment

Accepted payment methods are strictly Zelle, cash, or personal check. If you are interested in beginning your musical journey, please contact us through our website form or send a text message for a faster response.

A Holistic Approach to the Keys

Excellence in Piano Instruction

At Sonneman Studio, we combine academic rigor with a nurturing environment to help you develop a lifelong love for the piano. Our instruction goes beyond simply reading notes; we focus on building a strong foundation of healthy technique, artistic expression, and musical theory to help you reach your full potential.

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Technique

Students learn the classical Dorothy Taubmann Piano Technique, which emphasizes healthy movements to prevent repetitive motion injuries.

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Theory and Composition

Lessons include music theory and it can also include composition to provide a strong foundational understanding of music.

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Repertoire

Students explore a wide range of styles, from classical pieces by Mozart and Chopin to contemporary styles.

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Performance-Based Learning

We focus on performance-based theory, helping students understand how to effectively convey musical expression through their playing.

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Foundations Built on Expert Technique

Master the Keys

We utilize the Dorothy Taubman approach to ensure a healthy, tension-free technique. From classical masterpieces to contemporary styles, we provide the tools you need to play with accuracy, speed, and musical expression at any age level.

Let’s Start Your Artistic Journey

Have questions about lessons or availability? Fill out the form below, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. For the fastest response, please include your mobile number, as Nanette prefers to coordinate via text message between student sessions.

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