Best Piano Lessons in Reston, Virginia

Candace Cleary is a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music (NCTM) and ARCT State Medalist offering individualized piano lessons in Reston, Virginia. Her approach emphasizes fostering a joyful and relaxed learning environment, tailored to each student’s musical interests and goals. With over 20 years of experience as a private piano teacher, she focuses on building student confidence and developing a strong connection between effort and proficiency. She believes that making music should be fun, mirroring the English expression "to play" the piano.

Libero Piano Studio, led by Claudia Libero, stands out for its comprehensive and deeply rooted approach to piano instruction. Claudia, a graduate of Ithaca College with extensive experience as a pianist and accompanist, continually enhances her skills through mentorship from master teachers like Anthony Chanaka and Nancy Breth, alongside formal pedagogy training from Levine School of Music and George Mason University. Her active involvement in professional organizations such as NVMTA, VMTA, MTNA, and FLMF demonstrates a commitment to staying at the forefront of teaching methods. The studio itself is well-equipped with a Yamaha grand piano and a Roland digital piano, complemented by a recording studio and a music lending library, creating a supportive and enriching learning environment. Claudia’s philosophy centers on fostering a love of music while cultivating essential life skills like discipline, problem-solving, and patience, inspiring confidence and creativity in her students.