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Donna
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$36/h
1st lesson free
- Piano
Experienced tutor in Piano in Westminster, Donna offers private lessons tailored to your needs.
- Piano
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Donna is a respected tutor in our community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Donna
I teach tradition lessons and the Suzuki Approach which begins teaching children at age 3 into adulthood.
I have many adults who have decided to take lessons, telling me it's something they've always wanted to do. It's a wonderful thing to see them learn and they always tell me going to the piano is so relaxing and allows them to forget everything else that is going on in their busy lives. They work on music that will make them want to practice, Patiotic, folk, pop, classical, etc.
Young children do not read music immediately but learn by the “mother tongue” also known as "by rote". Eventually they read music but the process is so much easier than beginning with traditional lessons. Using the Suzuki Approach, students learn the basics first without all the information necessary to read and it’s a smooth transition into reading. Imagine teaching a 3 year old to bake cookies. You give them all the ingredients that you've measured out and explain each step, cracking the egg, stirring the dry ingredients into the liquid, adding walnuts, grease the pan etc. The child is able to do it successfully because you've read the directions and in the end the cookies come out tasting delicious. The child is delighted and feels great about him/herself. This is how the Suzuki Approach works. I teach the child without them reading the music. Eventually, as in baking cookies where they will read the directions, the child learns to read the music and it's so much easier because they already have learned the basics necessary to understand what the written notation represents. I’ve taught students who are blind and visually impaired, people with autism, OCD and other learning disabilities. I teach many adults who have always wanted to learn to play piano. I teach using music that each individual student enjoys. I graduated from the university of Lowell in 1978 and taught public school for over 36 years. I’m now retired but continue to teach my passion which is piano. I’ve taken many workshops all over New England and Canada. If you like the music you will practice. I find teaching piano to be so rewarding and inspiring. Everyone can learn with the correct teacher and method. Try it and I believe you will love it as I do.
I love to watch students enjoy what they are learning. I enjoy making it a fun experience that my student's want to embrace for the joy it brings to their lives. Music surrounds us and to make music yourself is the ultimate.
I charge $25.00 for a half hour lesson. I do not teach on Fridays or weekends.
Give it a try, I think you'll enjoy it!
I started teaching piano when I was a student in college and found it extremely rewarding. There is nothing like teaching and watching students improve and love to play piano. Children are like little sponges. When they come to their lesson and have mastered a skill, they are so proud to show me. I love it! When adult students tells me that it is so relaxing and they forget the stresses of life, I am so happy.
I graduated from the University of Lowell with a BM. (Bachelor of Music in Education)
I have taken many Suzuki Piano Workshops throughout New England and week long Institutes at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, twice at UNH, twice at the University of Maine in Bangor and Wheaton College in Norton, MA.
I taught Public School Music for 36 years. I taught in the Fitchburg Public School and Chelmsford Public School Systems.
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Depending on the age and goals of the student will determine what we will work on. If the student is age 3-8 I like to begin using the Suzuki Approach to teaching them. If the child is older, then usually the traditional lessons, learning to read music, works well. If the student is an adult traditional lessons as well. Once the basics are learned, we branch off learning genre's that the student enjoys. My goal is to have students learning to play piano using the music that they love most of all.
I've worked with students from ages 3-adulthood. Many retired people who've always wanted to learn start and it is a wonderful experience for them and myself.
Over the past 41 years I've taught several blind students, many autistic students, students with OCD, students with motor skill problems and others with different learning disabilitles.
Ask lots of questions and don't be afraid to take a lesson or 2 to see if the teacher is a good fit for your needs.
Every lessons is wonderful. This past week I had 5 year old Erik who is a Suzuki student. He's just starting to learn a new piece. Erik was doing a good job at his lesson, struggling with one small passage but practicing makes a huge difference. He obviously went home to master his piece and his Mom posted Erik playing the music on Facebook and wanted to make sure I saw him doing it. When things like this happen, it is so rewarding.
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Perfect! Donna is a professional all around. She’s excellent with kids I would recommend Donna to anyone looking to piano lessons!
Perfect! Donna is an excellent piano teacher. My girls love going to lessons each week and have learned so much this year. Donna is also very professional and easy to talk to. She truly cares about her students.
Perfect! We are so grateful to have Donna Allard Wada as Miguel's piano teacher! She is incredibly patient, kind, and encouraging. My son always looks forward to his lessons, and we’ve seen wonderful progress in his playing and confidence. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful music teacher!
Perfect! Donna has a very kind, welcoming, calm presence which made learning a new instrument very smooth and comfortable for my daughter . Donna is always very positive and supportive for all progress big and small leaving my daughter feel confident and excited for the next lesson. Communication is always consistent and I appreciate the reminders for lessons or schedule changes. Really glad we found Donna and her piano studio, great fit all around for our family.
Perfect! Donna is an amazing instructor. She has a way of teaching in a fun and engaging and productive manner and for any age. I feel important and valued when I’m with her. She really cares about each and every one of her students. Not only is she a great teacher, but she is a great person. Thank you Donna for being so awesome!
Perfect! Ms. Donna is an exceptional piano instructor. From our very first lesson, she made us feel welcomed with her warmth and genuine kindness. She has a unique gift for encouragement, and it was wonderful to see my daughter leave each lesson excited about her progress and feeling truly capable as a musician.
What sets Ms. Donna apart is her ability to connect with the entire family. She thoughtfully included me in the lessons, transforming practice into a meaningful shared experience for my daughter and me. She also made a point to learn my other children's names and greet them individually each time—a small, personal touch that included a sticker for each of them and made our weekly visits something everyone looked forward to.
Ms. Donna strikes the perfect balance of challenging her students and building their confidence. I highly recommend her to anyone, whether you are just beginning your musical journey or looking to take the next step. She is truly wonderful to work with.Perfect! We love Donna! She is extremely patient and kind. She is very encouraging and positive during her lessons and explains things in a way that’s easily understood. My seven year old daughter has been taking lessons for over a year and absolutely loves it!
Perfect! Donna is incredibly kind, welcoming, talented, and patient. She has helped my children foster a love for piano and they are excelling at an impressive rate. I truly recommend Donna for all ages and level of experience!
Perfect! My child is a very active boy. He loves to tell imagitive stories. Easy to say he is very hard to keep on track. Miss Donna, as my son calls her, has the upmost patience for him. Listens to every single on of his stories but also redirects right back into her lesson. My son absolutely loves piano night and looks forward to it weekly. Donna Allard is an all around amazing teacher with confidence in every one of her students.
Perfect! Donna is an amazing teacher! As an adult learner, it can be frustrating to learn something new, but Donna is incredibly patient and encouraging. Her gentle guidance has made a huge difference in my playing and practice, and her love of both teaching and music is truly infectious.
Perfect! Great with kids, very knowledgeable, my daughter loves the lessons and Donna has been very patient with her. Definitely bringing the rest of my kids for lessons.
Perfect! My 5 year old son has absolutely loved taking piano lessons with Donna. She is so patient and so kind. She knows how to keep him engaged and focused. The makes learning fun and for the young kids, I think that’s so important. Donna is the best! Such a wonderful person and teacher
Perfect! We love her energy that she gives our 3.5 year old and can’t wait to see where it takes our daughter . A plus i’ve had her as my chorus instructor many years ago .
Perfect! If your looking for a piano teacher Donna is a wonderful choice. She is incredibly kind and patient, always creating a welcoming atmosphere in her home and lessons. Her approach to teaching will ensure that, regardless of age or ability, you will succeed. I highly recommend her to anyone with a desire to expand and deepen their musical skills.
Perfect! Ms. Donna has been wonderful for my family. My soon to be 5 year old loooks forward to her lessons and is eager to practice. I believe this is because of Ms. Donna’s demeanor: polite, professional, and most of all passionate.
She also works well with my high energy son. He looks forward to lessons and she accommodates his short attention span so well.
I personally have no musical knowledge, and I have learned so much along with my kids and we just started.Perfect! She’s very helpful with new students, especially her adult students and is understanding of busy schedules for scheduling constraints
Perfect! Ms. Donna is an exceptional teacher - she has helped my daughter musically excel in a short amount of time. She makes lessons fun and engaging, she is patient and supportive. Absolutely wonderful teacher!
Perfect! Donna is kind, patient, and encouraging with our daughter. Our daughter can be very quiet and shy, yet she feels completely comfortable and at home with Donna. She is learning a lot and thoroughly enjoys each and every lesson. It’s a bit of a long drive for us to get to the location, but Donna is worth every minute of the commute. Her home is beautiful, peaceful and welcoming. And she really helps to boost our daughter’s overall confidence. We hope to continue with Donna as long as we can.
Perfect! Our daughter has progressed quickly in only a few weeks. Donna has the experience and character to be both patient and encouraging enough not to waste a second of the 30 minute lesson. If you want your child to learn piano Donna is worth every penny.
Perfect! Donna is awesome to work with and is very patient with my daughter. She is very knowledgeable about music and able to answer all questions my daughter may throw at her . I love how she teaches and the techniques and she uses.
Perfect! Donna is a very calming presence, she is very patient with me and passionate about the piano. I absolutely love taking lessons with her.
Perfect! Worked with Donna for a short period of time and learned so much! She was great with me being a beginner and had such patience when it came to teaching! Donna is very experienced and overall a great person to be around! She made me look forward to each upcoming lesson and would definitely recommend to anyone trying to learn piano!
Perfect! As an adult student who has taken piano lessons in the past, I can wholeheartedly say that in a relatively short time I’ve learned so much from Donna and I highly recommend her.
Donna packs my thirty minute lesson with all the tools I need to ensure a successful week of practicing at home. Donna thoroughly covers sight reading, rhythms, tempos, dynamics, technique and music theory by exposing me to a variety of pieces ranging from classical to the blues.
Donna is an exceptional piano teacher who is knowledgeable, helpful, upbeat, fun, respectful, patient and kind. Donna has made my rediscovery of the piano an absolutely enjoyable experience. Thank you Donna!See more reviews
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Donna is the best! She is a wonderful person who really cares for her students. My kids are excited to see her each week!
Great she’s work with my son. He’s doing wonderful and enjoys his lessons with Donna ❤️
Donna is so enthusiastic and passionate about her craft. My children enjoy their time with her. They are young and Donna is so patient and understanding of their needs and kid-quirks. She is lovely and I highly recommend her services.
We are so happy to meet Donna. She is a big professional and person with an open heart. My 5 years old Daughter adores her and learns Piano amazingly fast. Donna’s unique way to teach Piano is immersive. We are very grateful to her.
My son has been taking lessons with Ms. Donna for a year now and I can confidently say she has changed his life! He started lessons at 4 years old and has autism and struggles with sensory dysregulation on a daily basis. Piano has helped him tremendously and it's all thanks to Ms. Donna's patient and kind spirit. She absolutely has a gift for teaching music and I would recommend her to everyone!
12 years ago I asked my son's primary school music teacher for a recommendation for piano and she said to contact Donna. Two boys have taken piano from her for a total of 12 years so far. She is positive, encouraging, meets kids where they are, and challenges them.
I have been taking piano lessons (as an adult) at Donna's Piano Studio for about two and a half years. I love the fact that Donna's Piano Studio is very quaint (located in a historical building), is an intimate space for learning, and is only a short distance from my house. What I love most about Donna's Piano Studio is that it offers a very quiet environment for learning *without any distractions* which is absolutely essential when focusing on one's lesson. Donna is very encouraging when I may be struggling with a certain element of music, and she is extremely complimentary when I master our lesson. During our weekly, half-hour session, Donna takes the time to go over anything that I may not understand, and she answers all of my questions with patience, seasoned experience, and knowledge gained from her many years as a grade school music teacher. I highly recommend Donna's Piano Studio...not only to build a love for piano and music for younger students, but also to teach adults who are seeking a hobby that will, without doubt, keep their minds sharp !
Are you between the ages of 5 and 85? Are you looking to begin playing the piano or want to return to your love of those black and white keys after many years of absence? Well then, look no further. Donna Allard is the piano teacher for YOU! By some sort of magic, probably known only to her, you'll actually LOVE to practice and be so impressed with your rapid progress. Donna's skills range from classical to hip-hop and everything in between. Individual classes fill up quickly, so call immediately to reserve your spot. You'll be so glad you did.
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- 5h: $180
- 10h: $360
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