One of the most common questions I get from parents inquiring about piano lessons is, "is my child ready for piano lessons?". If your child is already showing an interest in learning to play, then the answer is probably yes. There are many different beginner books designed for every age in mind. Whether it be a 4 year old preschooler or a 60 year old adult, the age at which to start is endless. To check if your child is ready to start lessons, here are some questions to ask yourself (this is a condensed list of the questions found on the Wunderkeys website. For a full list, please go to http://wunderkeys.com/is-my-child-ready-for-wunderkeys-piano-lessons/).
If the answer to most of these questions is yes, then your child is certainly ready to start piano lessons! It has been said that the younger a child starts piano lessons, the more benefits the lessons will have for the child. Some of the benefits include helping to raise IQ scores, helping children learn new languages quickly, and helping with math skills. Give your child a head start in life and sign up for piano lessons today!
- Does your child show interest in the piano?
- Does your child know the difference between banging the piano and playing carefully?
- Does s/he respond well to questions when asked?
- Can your child follow two part instructions? (For example, "pick up the book and put it on the table").
- Does s/he know their body parts by name?
- Can your child speak clearly, and make themselves understood in most situations?
- Can s/he wiggle just their thumbs when asked?
If the answer to most of these questions is yes, then your child is certainly ready to start piano lessons! It has been said that the younger a child starts piano lessons, the more benefits the lessons will have for the child. Some of the benefits include helping to raise IQ scores, helping children learn new languages quickly, and helping with math skills. Give your child a head start in life and sign up for piano lessons today!