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Best Online Piano Teachers

  • Jennifer Heath
  • Published: March 23, 2026
  • Last updated: May 5, 2026
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Finding the right piano teacher makes all the difference — whether you’re a complete beginner or working past a plateau. Tunelark connects students with experienced, vetted piano teachers for one-on-one online lessons that fit your schedule and your goals.

Here’s a look at piano teachers currently available on Tunelark.

Ready to find your piano teacher? Browse all available teachers on Tunelark and book a trial lesson to get started.

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Piano Teachers on Tunelark

Russell Kranes

Russell Kranes

30-minute trial: $30

Russell is a jazz pianist, musical director, and educator based in Buenos Aires, originally from Brooklyn, NY. He studied under Geri Allen at the University of Michigan and quickly became an in-demand performer and teacher in NYC, working with Grammy winners like Nicole Zuraitis, Sam Weber, and Dan Pugach.

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Travis Sullivan

Travis Sullivan

30-minute trial: $22

Travis has been teaching woodwind and piano students of all ages for nearly 30 years. A dedicated teacher and performer, Travis enjoys sharing his passion for music by providing fun lessons that help students develop a positive relationship with their instrument.

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Sabrina Lee

Sabrina Lee

30-minute trial: $22

Sabrina has managed a private piano studio since 2002. She teaches piano, music theory, harmony, and music history. She holds a diploma from London’s Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music in Piano Pedagogy. She is also an active member of the MTNA, Music Teachers National Association, and is a National Certified Teacher of Music.

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Berit Goetz

Berit Goetz

30-minute trial: $22

Berit Goetz is a classically trained, New Haven-based musician and music director passionate about developing emerging artists. She holds degrees from Brown University (B.A. in music, honors) and Yale University (M.A.R. music and religion, Yale Institute of Sacred Music, Yale Divinity School).

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Heather Dressler

Heather Dressler

30-minute trial: $35

Heather completed classical music training at the Hanna Kogan Conservatory of Music, and holds diplomas from the American College of Musicians, through the National Guild of Piano Teachers (NGPT). She has received multiple performance awards from the Music Teachers’ Association of California.

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Alison Chiang

Alison Chiang

30-minute trial: $14

Alison received her doctorate in piano performance and literature from the Eastman School of Music. She recently made her Carnegie Hall debut with works by Schubert, Rachmaninoff, and Prokofiev. She enjoys performing chamber and collaborative music in addition to her solo career.

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Kathleen Little

Kathleen Little

30-minute trial: $14

Kathleen is an experienced performer and a patient teacher of music theory, woodwinds, and piano. She earned her master of music degree from New York University and has been teaching for 10 years in New Jersey, both through her own studio and, in the last five years, through a music conservatory in Springfield NJ.

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Adriel Ayala

Adriel Ayala

30-minute trial: $17

A lifelong guitarist and pianist, Adriel earned her bachelor’s degree in electronic media with a focus on audio production from Towson University. Adriel has toured the country both as a soloist and as a member of multiple bands.

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Sio Tepper

Sio Tepper

30-minute trial: $14

Sio is an active professional musician, multi-instrumentalist, composer, performer, recording artist/songwriter, and educator now based in New York City and originally from Santa Barbara, California. She has extensive formal training in classical piano and substantial experience in various genres.

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Meghan Swartz

Meghan Swartz

30-minute trial: $22

Meghan S. has made a name for herself in New Orleans as one of the city’s most sought-after and respected pianists, songwriters and music instructors. She currently performs with Leroy Jones, Mark Braud, and Charlie Gabriel’s Preservation Hall All-Stars.

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Christina Bernard

Christina Bernard

30-minute trial: $14

Christina studied classical piano from a young age, taking on her first students as a teenager and becoming a keyboardist and vocalist for a large church in high school. Christina has more than ten years of classical vocal training, and she helps her voice students combine healthy singing with contemporary singing styles.

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TJ Firth

TJ Firth

30-minute trial: $30

TJ, from a family of accomplished musicians, began mastering vocal and piano techniques at the age of four under the guidance of his grandmother, a professional opera singer. Now he is himself an accomplished performer and teaches voice, guitar, piano, organ, mandolin, ukulele, bass guitar and audio production.

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How to Choose the Right Piano Teacher

The best teacher isn’t the one with the longest resume — it’s the one who matches your goals, your learning style, and your schedule.

  • Your goals. Are you learning for fun, working toward a specific piece, or preparing for a performance? Different teachers specialize in different outcomes.
  • Genre and style. Make sure your teacher’s background aligns with where you want to go.
  • Communication style. Some students thrive with structured feedback. Others prefer a relaxed, exploratory approach. Your trial lesson is the best way to find out.
  • Availability. Consistency matters more than almost anything else in music learning. Find a teacher whose schedule you can reliably commit to.

Why Learn Piano Online?

  • Access to better teachers. You’re not limited to whoever lives nearby. Tunelark’s teachers are based across the country, so you can find the right specialist for your goals.
  • Scheduling flexibility. Lessons happen on your schedule — evenings, weekends, whenever works.
  • Comfort of home. Learning in your own space helps most students focus and reduces performance anxiety.
  • Easy recording. Many students record lessons to review technique and feedback between sessions.

Ready to find your piano teacher? Browse all available teachers on Tunelark and book a trial lesson to get started.

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What to Expect in Your First Lesson

Your first lesson is mostly about getting to know each other: where you are now, where you want to go, and how you learn best. Tunelark offers a trial lesson at a reduced rate so you can experience working with a teacher before committing to ongoing sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a piano or can I start with a keyboard?

A keyboard is fine to start — preferably one with 61 or more weighted keys. Most beginners don’t need a full acoustic piano until intermediate stages.

How long does it take to learn piano?

Simple songs are achievable within a few months. Real fluency and independence typically takes 2–3 years of consistent practice. The foundation you build early directly affects how quickly you progress.

Can adults learn piano from scratch?

Yes. Adults learn piano successfully on Tunelark at all ages. The main hurdle is the belief that it’s too late — it isn’t.

How much practice time is needed?

Beginners: 15–20 minutes daily. Intermediate: 30–45 minutes. Daily consistency matters far more than session length.

Classical or contemporary — does my teacher’s background matter?

Yes. A classical-trained teacher and a contemporary specialist will take different approaches. Ask about their focus before booking a trial.

Are online piano lessons as effective as in-person?

For the vast majority of students, yes. The teacher can see your hands and posture on video and correct technique in real time.

Teacher availability on Tunelark changes regularly. Browse the full current roster to see who’s accepting new students now.

About Tunelark

Tunelark is a community of inspiring, professional music instructors. Our shared vision is to help our students connect with their intrinsic love of music and follow their curiosity to grow as musicians and people. 

Lessons take place over video chat so that students can learn from the comfort and convenience of their own home. 

Book a lesson with one of the instructors above, or browse our community of expert teachers and pick the one who resonates most with your goals and learning style. As always, we guarantee a great match or your money back. 

If you’re ready to get started with 1-on-1 online piano lessons, book your first lesson with a Tunelark instructor today. Your first lesson is 50% off!