Five Star Piano Lessons in Kalamazoo!
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My son is progressing quite quickly! These lessons are so much more productive than the ones I had when I was a kid!
Tammy Cooper
May 30, 2022We were able to have Dan Forbes come and tune a piano we recently purchased. He was very professional and took great care in his skilled work. We are very happy to have found him and will definitely hire him again. It was really wonderful to hear him play a bit as he finished, makes me very excited to play again.
Lisa Moorman
May 30, 2021My 11 year old daughter and myself have both taken piano lessons with Dan and enjoy them. Having the option for both in person and virtual lessons is nice. Dan and the other teachers always have helpful tips & pointers beyond what the practice books show you. They are all easy to get along with and show a interest in helping you get better. Pacing is great, tailored to what the student is comfortable with. Having recitals for the kids is wonderful too. Highly recommend Dan's services to anyone.
Brad King
May 30, 2022 -
My kid has been taking piano lessons for a few months now, and I've noticed his skills improving. Dan gives my kid really good tips and pointers and what to practice on between lessons. He is also pretty flexible with scheduling lessons and makeups.
Nancey Chambers
May 30, 2023We have been using Forbes music for about 2 years now. We have expanded from piano lessons to also participating in lessons for guitar and vocal! All the teachers are excellent. Very professional and the kids enjoy them. Flexibility with virtual lessons and options is also a bonus!
Aash Bhatt
May 30, 2021Dan has been giving my kids piano lessons for about a year now. Recently, for a make up lesson he asked if he could use the time to do something a bit different; he wanted to teach the kids “about” the piano. Of course I agreed, but WOW, I was not prepared for how amazing that would be. He, very carefully and gently as he would during a professional tuning, took the piano apart to revel all the inner workings. It was absolutely fascinating. I have owned that piano my entire life and I’ve never truly understood the intricacies of piano design and engineering. Myself, and my kids, were stunned and awed by the level of genius it must have taken to create such a dynamic instrument. I kept thinking, “This is amazing, how come I’ve never been shown this before?” I think it is such a shame that so many piano lessons have been given, and yet there is a lack of understanding of how a piano truly works. My kids and I now have a much greater appreciation for this beautiful instrument. I highly recommend this particular lesson from Dan. I truly hope that others have the opportunity to learn from him the way we have!
Holly Lewis
May 30, 2022 -
Dan was timely, professional and showed the patience needed to tune the 100 year old baby grand piano we had just purchased. Dan was highly recommended to us and we highly recommend his services for you.
Sanford Gray
May 30, 2021Zea has been a student of Mr. Dan for the last school year. He has exhibited patience and courtesy and professionalism. He is a very gifted piano player himself and has helped her become a more confident and educated musician. I was surprised at how well thought out and planned his student concerts were and thus more enjoyable. We would recommend him and did to a friend who started with him as well!
Make it so
May 30, 2023My girls have really enjoyed piano lessons with Dan!
alison stoughton
May 9, 2024 -
Dan Forbes has been teaching my daughters (7 & 10) piano for about a year now and they've learned a lot. Best of all they really are enjoying learning to play piano and they love their teacher.
Jodes 44
May 30, 2018My son has now been playing with Dan for four years. Not only can he play but he has learned song writing, music theory and piano mechanics. Dan is kind, connects well with kids and makes learning fun
Leslie Oakley
May 30, 2023Dan is awesome and patient with my son, he is a great piano teacher for my son.
Sheila Burton
May 30, 2022 -
Lois has done an amazing job with my 9 year old. He had come so far in just the 6 months he’s been playing.
Laurelle Justus
May 30, 2023Dan provided my organization with quality tuning service on our piano. We were scrambling at the last minute to find a piano tuner, and Dan was able to squeeze us in with less than a week's notice! Highly recommend
Joshua Mcgarry
May 30, 2021My daughter started piano classes 4 months back and I am surprised with the progress she made in these months. This has been possible because Dan Forbes provided us with great quality service. He is very knowledgeable and my daughter enjoys class every time.
Payal Mittal
May 30, 2023 -
We love using Dan Forbes for piano lessons! Our instructor comes to the house which is a HUGE benefit. She has been professional and friendly and we enjoy having her in our home. Dan and his staff is easy to work with. The level of education and pace of learning has been great!
Kari Blair
May 30, 2019Dan Forbes provided us with great quality service. He is very knowledgeable about pianos and seems passionate about music and musical instruments. He did an excellent job getting an old piano that had not been tuned in 25 years back in working condition. We would definitely recommend Dan Forbes’s services to anyone.
Cooley
May 30, 2022He is an amazing piano teacher, an amazing piano tuner, and an amazing piano player!!!!
Geneva Blocker
May 30, 2022 -
Dan Forbes Music does an amazing job of connecting with the students to make learning fun. My children have not only blossomed under this style but really grown to appreciate different instruments.
Tatyana Kelly
May 30, 2023He was very helpful and tuned the piano to perfection
Mr.J Gaming
May 30, 2023My son started with Ms. Lois a couple of months ago and we could not be happier. She keeps him engaged and wanting to learn!
Samantha Anthony
December 30, 2023 -
Dan is so nice, and great with the kids! He is teaching my son piano and is a great teacher.
Jennifer Schimp
May 30, 2018We just had our Piano tuned by Mr. Forbes. He showed up on time, he was a pleasure to have in our home, and he made our piano sing unlike any we've ever heard. Thank you!
Ryan Masell
September 30, 2023Awesome!!!!! My 6 year old has been getting piano lessons from Mr Dan for few weeks now and he is loving the classes . He always looks forward to the next lesson.
Shikha Jha
May 30, 2022 -
Dan Forbes Music has so much to offer! My husband and I have had Dan tune our 6' 3"Grand Piano multiple times and are always very happy with his technical skills to keep it in tune and sounding just like new-every time! Dan is a great person and genuinely strives to serve his clients and students. We have known him for years and he is the "real deal". Thanks for always doing your very best Dan! ~Bud & Karla
Karla Shotts
March 30, 2024I'm 100% satisfied with the quality of service. I was able to call and schedule a piano tuning within the same week. An outstanding job was done for a great price. I reccomend to anybody that needs a tuning
Tboy Brima
May 30, 2018
Piano Lessons, Workshops, and Services in Kalamazoo
FAQ’s
- Never Too Late: There is no age limit for learning the piano. Many adults and even seniors successfully take up piano playing.
- Benefits for Adults: Learning piano as an adult can be a rewarding experience, providing cognitive benefits, stress relief, and a sense of achievement.
- Flexible Goals: Adult learners often have different goals than younger students, such as playing for personal enjoyment rather than preparing for exams or performances.
- Weekly Lessons: It’s recommended for beginners to have one lesson per week. This frequency allows for consistent progress without overwhelming the student.
- Practice Time: Daily practice, even if it’s just 15-30 minutes, is essential to reinforce what is learned in weekly lessons and to build muscle memory and technique.
- Standard Duration: Most piano lessons last between 30 to 60 minutes.
- Beginners: 30-minute lessons are common for beginners, especially younger students, to maintain focus and build foundational skills.
- Intermediate to Advanced: More advanced students often benefit from longer lessons, ranging from 45 to 60 minutes, to cover more complex material and techniques.
- Personalized Instruction: Lessons tailored to your skill level and musical goals.
- Regular Practice: Expect to practice regularly to reinforce what you learn in lessons.
- Progression: Gradual increase in difficulty as your skills improve, with regular feedback from your instructor.
- Music Theory: Lessons on the theoretical aspects of music, which will enhance your playing and understanding.
