Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the studio's hours?
A: Seven days a week by 30 or 60 minute lesson appointment!
Q: What are the tuition costs?
A: Lessons are $22 or $24 per half hour weekly lesson with an Apprentice Teacher and $27 per half hour weekly lesson with Sherri Dawson during the day and $30 per half hour weekly lesson during premium hours after 3:15pm or on weekends. Lessons are ongoing, with no contractual agreement, and recitals are included in tuition! There is a $26 annual registration per family.
Q: Where is the studio located?
A: Beethoven’s Apprentice Piano Academy is located at 4300 S 48th Street Suite 4, Lincoln Nebraska 68516. It is at the intersection of Pioneers & S 48th Street, across the street from Colby Ridge Ice Cream.
Q: Do I need a piano to start lessons?
A: Yes, you need either an electronic piano or acoustic piano to practice on between lessons. A full size, 88 key piano or keyboard is preferred but there are smaller electric pianos which are weighted and suitable.
Q: What will I be learning in piano lessons?
A: How to read notes, count rhythms, correct playing technic, chords, theory and how to play pieces in different styles: folk, jazz, pop, classical, etc. The beauty of private lessons is we will go over your goals and come up with a plan on how to get you there!
Q: Do I need previous piano or music experience?
A: Not at all! At Beethoven's Apprentice Piano Academy, we have students in all levels, age 5 and up! All are welcome!!
Q: Are there piano recitals?
A: Yes! They are optional but participation is highly encouraged, it's such a good experience! We have two annual recitals…
Our December recital is before the Holidays at Orchard Park Retirement Community. We have been going there for years and it's all about giving back to the community and sharing our love for music! We bring treats and play live Christmas music for the whole afternoon. Not only are the residents blessed by it but so are we! The Spring recital is at Lincoln Berean Church on a stage with a full grand piano and is all about being a STAR!! This recital has a new theme each year (click on the recital tab to see for yourself)!
Q: What makes Beethoven's Apprentice unique from other studios?
A: Our studio is piano only because it's what we love and are experts at. Lessons are on a beautiful Baldwin baby grand in an open concept boutique-style studio where parents of students are welcome to sit in on lessons or simply drop off and pick up. We have a trophy incentive program, studio-wide practice challenges and several annual recitals . Our studio is small enough to get to know students on a personal level and large enough to create a feeling of being a part of something special. We would to welcome you to the Piano Academy! Contact Sherri Dawson to get started or placed on our wait list!