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Piano Buds in a Pod® is a Steinway Educational Partner located at 91 Street & 2nd Avenue in New York City. Contact Us
New and returning students may book any available classes on the published term schedule. Full-course tickets available anytime up to 24 hours in advance (subject to availability). Group Piano drop-ins open 6 days in advance. No waitlist. First come, first served; advance booking required.
Group Piano is an in-studio program for beginner and intermediate students that develops keyboard fundamentals, note reading, finger dexterity, solo repertoire, and performance skills. Students progress through Alfred’s Piano Method Books at their own pace in a shared lesson format, combining instruction at the grand piano, independent practice on digital pianos, and in-class performances. This structure fosters musical independence, focus, and confidence in a group setting. Class duration: 45-minutes. Class size: 1 to 5 students. Facility: 1 acoustic grand piano and 5 digital pianos. Fees: Group Piano classes are available as either full-course enrollment or single drop-in sessions. Full-course tuition is $38.50 per 45-minute class, and drop-in tuition is $55, or $38.50 for first-time students using code ILOVEGROUPPIANO, limited to one (1) use per student. Effective after June 21, 2026, full-course tuition and the first-time drop-in rate will be $40 per 45-minute class.
Group Piano is a drop-off class without caregiver participation. One parent or caregiver may observe from the designated waiting area for the duration of the class. Due to space constraints, only one parent/caregiver per child is permitted inside Piano Buds in a Pod and must adhere to all Policies and Procedures to support the focus and learning of both students and teachers.
New and returning students may book any available classes on the published term schedule with either a single drop-in class or full-course enrollment.
Baby Beethoven is an early-childhood music and piano program for toddlers and preschoolers that introduces classical music through rhythm instruments, singing, notation, beginner piano exploration with one-finger classical tunes alongside Nina the Ballerina, piano activities with Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse from Alfred’s Music for Little Mozarts, and keyboard exploration using Piano Adventures Lesson Book A. Age: Our classes are recommended for ages 18 months and up, though we happily welcome little ones younger than 18 months, up to age 4. Class Duration: Classes are 45 minutes. Class Size: Limited 1 to 8 students, and include one parent or caregiver per child. Facility: 1 acoustic grand piano, 5 digital pianos, and 8 toy pianos. Fees: Full-course tuition is $34.50 per class; a 1-Class Ticket is $45. An introductory first class is available for $34.50 with discount code BABYBEETHOVEN. Other options are also available, including Class Passes and gift a music class Gift Vouchers. After June 21, 2026, tuition will be $35 per class for full-course enrollment and $45 per drop-in ticket.
Taught by: Alexandra
New and returning students may book any available classes on the published term schedule. Full-course tickets available anytime up to 24 hours in advance (subject to availability). Individual Piano drop-ins open 6 days to 24 hours in advance; No waitlist. First come, first served; advance booking required.
Individual Piano Class is a 1-on-1 weekly piano lesson held in-studio on an acoustic grand piano, designed for beginners through ABRSM Grade 1–8 levels and open to students ages 3 through adult. Students develop keyboard fundamentals, grand staff reading skills, finger dexterity, solo repertoire, and overall performance technique. Beginner students progress through lesson units using Alfred’s Piano Method Books, completing each unit at their own pace. Whether a student’s goal is to learn a favorite piece or prepare for an ABRSM exam, instruction is centered on mastering repertoire as the foundation of their piano education. Class size: 1 student. Facility: 1 acoustic grand piano and 5 digital pianos. Fees: Full-course tuition is $55 per 30-minute class. Drop-in tuition is $75, or $60 for first-time students with code ILOVEPIANO (limit one use per student). Effective after June 21, 2026, full-course tuition and the first-time drop-in rate will increase to $57.50 per 30-minute class.
Individual Piano is a drop-off class without caregiver participation. One parent or caregiver may observe from the designated waiting area for the duration of the class and must adhere to all Policies and Procedures to support the focus and learning of both student and teacher.
We have no availability for in-home lessons during this time. Piano Buds in a Pod® offers the option of in-home lessons, provided there is an 88-key piano in the home. For in-home lessons, please contact us with your preferred day and time for a weekly class, and we will get back to you with our teacher's availability. Class Size: 1 to 2 students. Introductory class are only offered in-studio only for $55 where you can book a class here. Fee: $100/45-minutes class with a 12-Classes Pass ($1,200)valid for a 15-week period from your start date.
Congratulations to our students on their outstanding achievements in the The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Piano Performance Grade Exam! 🏆
Claire Downes, Initial Grade (Merit)
Pacey Aaron Cohen, Initial Grade (Merit)
Anthony Nguyen, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Xin Wang, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Neha Singh, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Shiv Dubey, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Pass 100 | Merit 120 | Distinction 130 of 150