Best Piano Lessons in Northampton, Pennsylvania

Michelle’s Piano is a family-owned and operated piano company located in Portland, Oregon, and serving the wider Pacific Northwest region. They are the official dealership for several renowned piano brands, including Mason and Hamlin, Sauter, Roland, and Piano Disc Pianos, offering a comprehensive selection of new and pre-owned pianos. Their focus extends beyond sales to encompass the entire piano experience, suggesting they also provide services such as repair or restoration.

Eleanor McLaughlin at EVM Piano Studios is a highly experienced and certified piano teacher with over 30 years of expertise and a deep passion for fostering musical talent in students of all ages and skill levels. She emphasizes a holistic approach to music education, combining rigorous training with a supportive and encouraging environment. Eleanor’s teaching includes not just the piano skills but also deep music theory and art history. She speaks eloquently to her students about the quirks of the composer, the cultural context of each piece and the historic background of the piece and uses these stories to instill passion and connection in her students. Students have achieved top prizes in numerous prestigious competitions, including Elite International, Crescendo, MMTA Bay State Contest, Opus, MTNA, Young Artist, NEPTA, Rivers Conservatory, Talented Young Musicians Russian Competition, and Sempre Musicke. Eleanor’s pedagogical approach is rooted in the Suzuki method, recognizing music education should be as natural as learning a language, and she tailors her lessons to suit each student's unique learning style.