This is a tricky question. There is no perfect age for a child to begin learning the piano. Generally, I tell parents that if their child:
- seems interested in the piano
- understands the alphabet
- is learning to read words
- can sit relatively still for fifteen to twenty minutes
- has enough motor skill to press the keys and keep their fingers curved
then they are probably ready. The younger the child is, the more the parent needs to be prepared to help everyday and read instructions to them.
*Here are a few links leading to articles that may also help you decide if your child is ready for piano lessons.
Is my child ready for lessons?
How do I know my child is ready to start piano lessons?
Piano Lesson FAQ's
